dragin70s Posted June 4, 2012 Share Posted June 4, 2012 I occasionally make a run through a very large antique mall close by, hoping to run across a variety of things, among them models. Finally ran across one, and it was just a darn AMT Chrysler 3000, either '03 or '05, can't remember. Really, I mean really, is that a kit-worthy subject? I know, I know, I guess it fits a niche in the hobby and there are those who would find it interesting, but heck, I just want to find racing subjects. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Cole Posted June 4, 2012 Share Posted June 4, 2012 Then, make a race car out of it! BTW, I assume you may have one too many "0"s in the car name. You mean to say "Chrysler 300". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kaleb Posted June 4, 2012 Share Posted June 4, 2012 Buy it and I'll trade you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martinfan5 Posted June 4, 2012 Share Posted June 4, 2012 Then, make a race car out of it! BTW, I assume you may have one too many "0"s in the car name. You mean to say "Chrysler 300". Note a fan of the 300, but thats cool Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pepperdrumstix Posted June 4, 2012 Share Posted June 4, 2012 I remember going to the world's largest antique mall in central Ohio a few times in 2006 and not finding any kits, just a few promos that were real expensive and most were wrapped. What I did find were a couple 10 year old 1/18th diecasts, a '58 Edsel and a '53 Ford F100 custom pickup. Not antiques by any measure but something I bought anyway. Years ago at a nearby antique mall in Phx AZ I found a booth that had lots of old kits. Not rare or real old kits but some that were nice and in good condition, not started or missing important parts and I stepped up and bought them. Eventually I bought every kit they had as I wanted the parts in some of the started kits or kits with missing parts. As time went on and I went back I found many nice older kits and bought them. That mall closed and I miss it. I rarely find old kits or kits at all in the antique malls but when I do I buy them. Now I have heard they re-opened about 5 miles away and I will check it out. Hope that booth is still part of the mall and has old kits. Patrick, "antique himself" old things hunter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bartster Posted June 4, 2012 Share Posted June 4, 2012 l bought one "on the cheap" to get the engine, susp. & interior for future projects. l've used the grille & headlights on a custom project already. Depending on what you like to build, there are some nice parts in it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dragin70s Posted June 5, 2012 Author Share Posted June 5, 2012 Jon Cole: Great point! It was from the "Rides" Collection, and it was a 2005 Chrysler 300. It was $12. Kaleb: PM me if you have any drag or Indy type stuff, maybe we could do as you suggested. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chuck Most Posted June 5, 2012 Share Posted June 5, 2012 Local antique shop usually gets a few promos- though oddly they're usually not 'antiques'. They seem to get in quite a few Brookfield promos- the Brickyard Monte Carlos, Olds Auroras, and the like. I did get an original AMT 40' post trailer from them for a pretty good price, and that's where I found my Renwal '66 Packard. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kaleb Posted June 5, 2012 Share Posted June 5, 2012 Doh no I'll have to pass the drag cars I build and have no Indy stuff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
philo426 Posted June 5, 2012 Share Posted June 5, 2012 Here it is! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kruleworld Posted June 6, 2012 Share Posted June 6, 2012 I occasionally make a run through a very large antique mall close by, hoping to run across a variety of things, among them models. Finally ran across one, and it was just a darn AMT Chrysler 3000, either '03 or '05, can't remember. Really, I mean really, is that a kit-worthy subject? I know, I know, I guess it fits a niche in the hobby and there are those who would find it interesting, but heck, I just want to find racing subjects. Niche? i thought Chrysler was a major us manfuacturer? at least it's something differnet than the endless repops of the 57 chevy. Then, make a race car out of it! BTW, I assume you may have one too many "0"s in the car name. You mean to say "Chrysler 300". Looks like the V8 Supercars entry when it was rumoured Chrysler might join that series (psst: texas 2013) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jantrix Posted June 6, 2012 Share Posted June 6, 2012 These lend themselves well to builds you wouldn't inflict on another kit. This was $5 at a discount store. I made the most of it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paul alflen Posted June 6, 2012 Share Posted June 6, 2012 BUY ANOTHER AND GRAFT THEM TOGETHER TO MAKE A STRETCHED LIMO. REMEMBER ITS PROM AND WEDDINGS SEASON!!!!! OR JUST GET CREATIVE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Cole Posted June 7, 2012 Share Posted June 7, 2012 Perhaps a corpse coach? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zarana-X Posted June 7, 2012 Share Posted June 7, 2012 Perhaps a corpse coach? Those look nicer than the ###### Town & Country funeral coaches I've seen lately. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbwelda Posted June 8, 2012 Share Posted June 8, 2012 hey rob, how in the heck do you get into that thing? thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yahshu Posted June 8, 2012 Share Posted June 8, 2012 That race car is wicked. Hopefully Chrysler is going to be joining the V8 supercars down under next year, will sure make a nice change from the boring ford/holden show. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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