Die-cast: Automodello 1971 Lincoln Continental Mark III

Resin Continental Mark III a rare offering Rarity plays a big role in full-size vintage auto prices. This is true too for diecast models, which is what makes Automodello’s new 1:24 Lincoln Continental Mark III a hit, even at its strong $299 asking price. This is a car for baby boomers who favor the classics over... Continue Reading →

August 16, 2014 2

Die-cast: Automodello Mustang I

Automodello cranks out a rare Mustang I in 1:24th OK, I get it, not all you plastic modelers are diecast nuts like me. But how about a resin Mustang I Concept car, and in 1:24 scale no less. That’s what the folks over at Automodello have cranked out for you, and only a limited number... Continue Reading →

August 1, 2014 0

Chasing Classic Cars: A jewel of a Jag and a T’bird with clipped wings

I carry my phone with me all the time! So I live just a couple of minutes north of Pewaukee Lake, one of Wisconsin's largest. On the east shore there is always something going on. Many times I'll sit with the family when we get ice cream. They're looking at the sunset while I'm looking... Continue Reading →

September 4, 2013 0

Promo model: 1960 Ford Thunderbird

Here's a quick question and I bet only the T'bird geeks will get it. Geeks in a good way. The T'bird might not have happened at all. Henry Ford II came up with a 2-seat concept and it was called the Vega! Wonder what Chevy would have had to come up with a name for... Continue Reading →