tucker 48?

[codie27]

Hi all, not sure really where to place this post as its not a model build, but a question for you all. Does any model company offer a Tucker 48/Torpedo as a kit? If not, is anybody out there producing them in resin? I dont know about anybody else,but I would absolutely love to get my hands on one of these. Imagine the possibilities that could result from such an awesome subject.....

[jjsipes]

To my knowledge no one has ever offered a Tucker in plastic but the Modelhaus does offer a resin one. See link attached.

http://modelhaus.com/index.php?c=4234&p=63578

Edited September 9, 2010 by jjsipes

[philo426]

tHe Modelhaus makes one but it does not have engine or suspension detail. Here is mine!

[dwc43]

I've seen some metal cars before with some great detail to them. Franklin Mint type detail, but I have not seen an ad for them in a while. Might try doing a net search for them. Might even combine the metal with a resin body if you feel the need.

[codie27]

Hey guys, thanks for the replies. I thought this was not going to be an easy one to find,seems I might be right. Although Im going to have to try and find a Modelhaus resin body and build my own chassis and find some suitable running gear for it. I like the model that you posted Phil ,looks very sharp. Has anybody here ever used a diecast body and made modifications to it? I have seen the Tucker in 1/18 scale and have a 1950 Studebaker Champion also in that scale which I want to pull apart and add some real detail and body mods.

[philo426]

Thanks1 You must mean this Stude.

[codie27]

Thanks1 You must mean this Stude.

Thats the one,mine is a champagne colour. They are detailed nicely,but could do with more.

[philo426]

I got that at Big Lots for 10 bucks about 18 months ago!