CMC Mercedes Benz Racecar Transporter 1:18

[timbo333]

Well i have finally obtained my first CMC model.

It is of the Transporter above and wow what a model it is.

I have admired this marvellous truck for some time now and decided i needed it in my collection.

I have not yet purchased a racecar for the flatbed of the truck as i need to save some more pennies.....

The model itself is very large in this scale and weighs over 3kg. The loading ramps are functional and tie on to the deck when not in use with leather and metal buckles. The ramps themselves are stainless steel. Also the engine cover removes behind the cab to reveal the engine (out of a 300 SL no less!!) which propelled the real truck at speeds of up to 105mph with race car!.

Even the side windows slide along and the interior is something else.

I shall try and attach a picture of the truck with race car in place. The truck comes with the tie-down racecar turnbuckles to secure the racecar to the truck. Just like the real thing.

A truly impressive model and worthy of your inspection. The model also comes in 1:43 scale by CMC.

Cheers,

Timbo.

[Maximus]

Timbo, sounds like a good buy.

Can you email me some quality pics when you get them
maximus_mission@yahoo.com.au

Cheers

[timbo333]

Originally posted by Maximus
Timbo, sounds like a good buy.

Can you email me some quality pics when you get them
maximus_mission@yahoo.com.au

Cheers

Your better of looking at the website for CMC at

www.cmc-modelcars.de


Cheers,


Timbo.

[wayno]

I have been thinking about obtaining a CMC model for quite a while and have been eyeing off this model in UK magazines. I am yet to see one in the flesh here in Victoria however.

[Maximus]

Thanks for that Timbo.

The 1:12 SLR Mercedes looks amazing, I guess it costs a heap though.

Cheers

[timbo333]

Originally posted by wayno
I have been thinking about obtaining a CMC model for quite a while and have been eyeing off this model in UK magazines. I am yet to see one in the flesh here in Victoria however.

Hi Wayno....

Yes they are fabulous models indeed.

Keep your eyes on e-bay as every so often they appear for a very good price! One of the better sellers is in OZ. The silver arrows and the W196R which has just come out are simply sensational. It is one of these which i will get for the truck......eventually.

Good Huntin'......


Timbo.

[ferrari fan]

I have the 1/43 scale version, but in resin that was made a fair while ago in UK ,made by Vroom PLmodels.
I did get a brumm Mercedes rw196 as a racecar.
I have eyed this same on e at Stanbridges as well, but all the other transporters that I have are in 1/43.
Well done and good to see that it found a good home:)

[SmartyMarty]

Timbo and wayno,

check this out.....
http://cgi.ebay.com.au/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=7313&item=6927888588&rd=1&ssPageName=WDVW
This is a great offer...the price is even cheaper than in germany....ordered mine already;) you won't get that car cheaper.
I got a couple of cmc models,both auto-union,w154, w196, w165, w125 and soon the w196r.
They are the peak of my collection.
Fortunately they will produce italian pre-war racecars ...most likely alfa's and ferrari's...can't wait.
cheers Marty

[ferrari fan]

Originally posted by SmartyMarty
Timbo and wayno,

check this out.....
http://cgi.ebay.com.au/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=7313&item=6927888588&rd=1&ssPageName=WDVW
This is a great offer...the price is even cheaper than in germany....ordered mine already;) you won't get that car cheaper.
I got a couple of cmc models,both auto-union,w154, w196, w165, w125 and soon the w196r.
They are the peak of my collection.
Fortunately they will produce italian pre-war racecars ...most likely alfa's and ferrari's...can't wait.
cheers Marty

Look out for the Revival brand, in Italian prewar models.
Also there are 3 models made a Looong time ago by Polistill 1/16 scale namely a Mercedes RW196, a Maserati F250 &Ferrari F2 500, but be prepared to fork out Da Mulla for these ones.

[wayno]

I wish people would stop posting links that take me directly to e-bay. That's a great price for that car but unfortunately I have to pass.
I start my seven weeks holidays on Oct 3rd and I need to save every cent for that (after my kids bled me dry at Sandown!). I hope this guy is still selling them at the end of November because I'll be on one then for sure.
Once again thanks for the link.

[SmartyMarty]

sorry wayno.....:(

ferrarifan
doesn't have ferrari special model editions for ferrari owners only? I think there were a couple of prewar models made too in a pretty big scale(1:16,1:20?)....unfortunately very pricy and unless you know a ferrari owner who isn't interested in the models it's hard to get one..(or two...or three....)

cheers Marty

[ferrari fan]

Yes , I do have the 312T2 1976 scale 1/6! made specialy for the Championship win by N. Lauda ,by Toschi, comes complete with a bottle of Toschi.
Toshi started this with the1/6 scale F2 500 1952 Ascari World championship winning car, I do not have that one (as yet)
A bugger to display correctly due to the huge space it takes.
There have been a fair few more issued by the different Ferrari owners clubs arround the world over time.

[timbo333]

Thanks for the link SmartyMarty.

Yes this is the same seller whom i got the Transporter off. Very good prices on CMC. I have the e-bay e-mail thing which tells me when new items are listed for CMC and other brands i keep my eye on. I will eventually get one of these cars for the flatbed, but not at the moment. I might go for the Monoposto W196 like the one in the photo i posted earlier in this thread, though without the racing number as they have all sold out!!

Thanks for thinking of me....:)

If you have yet to see these models in the flesh....do yourself a favour. They are simply magnificent.

The McLaren SLR in 1:12 scale sells for around US$2,000-$2,200 depending on what colour you want!! Maximus are you getting one....:eek:

Cheers,

Timbo.

[Hey Charger]

Picked up the 54/55 Mercedes Streamline Racer No18, a month ago....all I can say is Impressive...hope more cars of that era, in particular the Ferraris, are reproduced

[SmartyMarty]

timbo....how much did you pay for the transporter if i may ask? The only two models missing now are the transporter and the w25....
the guy seems to be nice...had a chat on the phone with him...he's sending me a link to his online shop....good to have a cheap connection for those cars....
cheers marty

[Hey Charger]

SmartyMarty - when you get that link can you post it on the forum please? want to build up my collection of that era cars and CMC is doing a fantastic job...hard finding any stockists here in Melbourne and if I do they are way too expensive and have to resort to trading in other items Cheers
:)

[timbo333]

SmartyMarty,

I have PM'd you on the price for the Transporter.

Sounds like you are building a fine collection. I would like to see some pics of your CMC models if you don't mind.

Do you have the Auto Union's as well?

Timbo.

[SmartyMarty]

hey charger......i'll post the link as soon as i got it . i was looking for CMC prices in that big shop upstairs close to flinders station....was pretty expensive there...something well over 300Au$ even for the early releases....good shop to look because they have a lot in there but too pricey (for my taste as a tight a**)
Yep...will definately get more of those prewar cars...was never into them but the older i get the better i like them....

check this out......the real thing and don't forget to turn the volume up:D

http://www.brun.cistron.nl/zwickau/

timbo....yep i have both auto union...great models...unfortunately the c-type has dunlop tyres ( which as far as i know have never been on there )
i don't have pics of the models but my collection arrived in melbourne yesterday and in about 10 days i've got it here at home....as soon as all my cars are on display i'll post pics....got a photo album of some of my models here-----> http://www.pixum.de/viewalbum/?id=663606

cheers marty

[Hey Charger]

SmartyMarty

Know the place ur talking about...its a good place to see first hand how it looks up close, usually buy there as a last resort.....good to see we're on the same wavelength....cant wait til you get the link...thanks greatly appreciated

[SmartyMarty]

Hi there...got my streamliner today and i am really happy with it.
A great model...CMC is getting better with every model they produce....
It was very well packed and Mr.Santarelli also put a set of J.M.Fangio Postcards in the box...very pleased with that...for sure not the last model i ordered from that guy....
here is his internet shop.....
www.diecastmodel.net

have fun cheers marty

[Hey Charger]

Hi SmartyMarty thanks for the effort...but I cant seem to connect...are they in the States or local shop????

[SmartyMarty]

hi charger...sorry was my fault...din't spell it right...
www.diecastmodels.net

:rolleyes:

[Hey Charger]

Works a charm - thank you:)

[timbo333]

Finally a picture of my CMC and Racecar (W196).

These two are so heavy together...


Cheers,

Timbo.

[jager]

I just added the 1:43 version of CMC's transporter to my collection. Looks superb with Minichamps '55 Mercedes SLR. Will try to post some pictures.

[timbo333]

Originally posted by jager
I just added the 1:43 version of CMC's transporter to my collection. Looks superb with Minichamps '55 Mercedes SLR. Will try to post some pictures.

Yes please Jager! I am still mulling over whether i get the 1:43 as well. Look forward to your pics.......:)

Cheers,

Timbo.

[wayno]

Timbo that looks fantastic. I was trying to talk myself out of one of these, but after seeing how good that looks I might have to reconsider!

[timbo333]

Originally posted by wayno
Timbo that looks fantastic. I was trying to talk myself out of one of these, but after seeing how good that looks I might have to reconsider!

:D ......Wayno, my pathetic photo does not do it justice. I recommend that you visit the CMC models site to have a good look at it. The transporter is a work of art with the stainless steel ramps, leather tie ons and metal turnbuckles for the race car.

Even the windows in the cab of the truck slide back and forth.....

The Engine compartment lifts of too...! The box even has a silk cleaning cloth in it. I kid you not. tweezers too.....etc...etc.

Good luck old son.....


Cheers,

Timbo.

[wayno]

Originally posted by timbo333
:D ......Wayno, my pathetic photo does not do it justice. I recommend that you visit the CMC models site to have a good look at it. The transporter is a work of art with the stainless steel ramps, leather tie ons and metal turnbuckles for the race car.

Even the windows in the cab of the truck slide back and forth.....

The Engine compartment lifts of too...! The box even has a silk cleaning cloth in it. I kid you not. tweezers too.....etc...etc.

Good luck old son.....


Cheers,

Timbo.

I think after I get the cost of the GP out the way this will be on my hit list. You are my other halfs new favourite person! :D