Re: [FWDLK] 1957 Dodge models/kits

[brian <xm2cars@xxxxxxx>]

Ross,

Thanks for the info. I was unfamiliar with Joe Wheat's Memory Lane Models and
that they had even made a 57 Dodge CRL convertible! Of the 150 resin models
(kits?) made, are any still around for sale?  How long ago was this model
available and what did it cost new?

I noticed our local Menards stores have stocked up well with Ertl's new Plymouth
Fury and Belvedere 1/18th models in a variety of colors at only $19.95. Since
are all 2 dr hardtops and not very expensive, I was wondering if anyone had ever
tried modifying one of these into a Dodge or other Forward Look make model?

It would appear that with some judicious cutting, modeling, filling, smoothing,
painting and foiling,  that one could do just that. Any one ever try?

Brian
D500s in MI

Ross Klein wrote:

> Brian,
>
> There was no promotional model or annual kit for the '57 Dodge, however, in
> the late 50's, the Irwin toy company did a fairly accurate solid plastic toy
> that represented a '57 Coronet 2 dr. hardtop. It's about 6 1/2" (approx.
> 1/32  scale) and the entire car was chrome plated. They are now extremely
> rare, and I've only seen one other than the one in my own collection (which
> I painted red & white). The other '57 Dodge in my collection is a Custom
> Royal convertible created by Joe Wheat's Memory LaneModels in 1/25th scale.
> Only 150 of these resin cast convertibles were made. I have photos of these
> and Western's '57 Dodges on my website. Here's the link:
> http://www.geocities.com/finsnchrome/finsnchrome.html Hope this was some
> help.
>
> Ross Klein
> '56 Imperial sedan
> 'Life's too short to drive 'ordinary' cars"
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "brian" <xm2cars@xxxxxxx>
> To: <L-FORWARDLOOK@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
> Sent: Sunday, November 25, 2001 12:40 AM
> Subject: [FWDLK] 1957 Dodge models/kits
>
> > Does anyone in the group know of any 1957 Dodge 2dr h/t kits or models
> (other
> > than the 1/43 Western Models) available in either plastic or metal in 1/24
> or
> > 1/18?
> >
> > I have never even seen a '57 Dodge promo. I do believe that a '58 promo
> was
> > made.
> >
> > I would appreciate any leads!
> >
> > Brian
> > D500s in MI