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Posted by: DonTraver Jul 2 2005, 06:27 PM

Subject line got you didn't it,lol.

Anyway, went to the swap meet today. Saw this model of a Porsche 550 Spyder laying in this mostly pile of junk. Asked the guy, "How much", he said "$5", I said, "Sold". Had a thick layer of dust/dirt on it. I cleaned it, and waxed it with Meguiars Tech Wax. Same stuff I use on the cars, turned out really great.

It's 1/18th scale, the steering wheel is connected to the wheels, it has coil over suspension that works, and the engine comes out for cleaning, changing oil, etc.

The toothpick in the pictures was a option.

I think the last time I saw one of these it wasn't cheap, anyone have any idea what's it's worth. It's not for sale, just wondering. To me this is like finding a valuable painting you sometimes hear about. Biggest score I've ever made, wow.




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Posted by: DonTraver Jul 2 2005, 06:28 PM

nuther one


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Posted by: DonTraver Jul 2 2005, 06:28 PM

and nuther one


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Posted by: DonTraver Jul 2 2005, 06:30 PM

last one. This is going to make me get started on the Advent 914-6 model I bought at the LA Swapmeet a couple of years ago.


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Posted by: DonTraver Jul 2 2005, 06:34 PM

One more


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Posted by: Travis Neff Jul 2 2005, 06:51 PM

I walked through Ceasars palace forum shops and they have a real deal 550 in a car/motorcycle shop - very cool!

Posted by: Jeroen Jul 3 2005, 10:33 AM

Nice score!
I've got that one as well... One of the very few 1:18 scale models I have
It's really nice

You should see if you can find the other models that came from that series from Maisto
The 356 #1 (the mid engined one) and an RSK

Posted by: Dominic Jul 3 2005, 10:48 AM

You scored dude! since they are worth around $10.00 $5.00 was a steal

Posted by: Gustl Jul 3 2005, 01:08 PM

I found exactly this model in an online store in Germany
MIB it's about EUR 20 (that's about USD 24) - without shipping
so - well done!!


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Posted by: Mr.C Jul 3 2005, 01:22 PM

I have that exact same one too. I wonder if your value will go up if I wreck mine?

Posted by: trekkor Jul 3 2005, 02:43 PM

I guy up here runs his 550 replica every month at the a/x in Santa Rosa.

KT


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Posted by: DonTraver Jul 4 2005, 08:42 AM

Thanks guys, I was thinking it was worth a lot more, doesn't really matter, I really like it.

There's a real 550 here in San Diego at Symbolic Motors, they also have a real 917k, think it's wearing Martini colors. All it takes is money.

Now to put the 914-6 Advent model together and maybe start another addiction, model cars.

Thanks All, Don

Posted by: STL914 Jul 4 2005, 09:38 AM

My wife bought the exact car a couple of years ago at the local Wallgreen's for less than $10.00. Also have a No. 1 Type 356 Roadster from the same company, same cost. Why pay $50 to $60 for a die cast when these $10 car look just as nice? I allways check the toy section of Wallgreen's any time I happen to be there.

Display it with pride!


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Posted by: jonwatts Jul 4 2005, 11:01 AM

Who cares how much you paid or how much it's worth? It's an awesome model with a great amount of detail. Maisto makes good stuff.

I think it's cool that you rescued it, cleaned it and waxed it. That's the proper level of sickness to have for these cars

Posted by: Gustl Jul 4 2005, 01:08 PM