I noticed motormax sponsors this forum. does anyone from the company ever read the threads here?

I really like the frash Cherries and American Graffiti 1/64 lines. They are nice castings, great detail, nice rubber tires, and even with the recent 50 cent increase, are one of the best bargains in the diecast world. Other companies charger $4-$5 for cars of the same quality.

Anyhow, I wa thinking I how i would really like to see a muscle car lineup done in the same fashion as the cherries and graffiti cars. Anyone else? They already have the 69 GTO & 71 impala castings from the graffiti line, and could use the 71 mustang sportroof from the cherries. Throw in nine new castings like 69 dodge charger, 70 plymouth cuda, an olds 442, a 69 camaro, a chevelle, a mercury cougar XR7, a 67 mustang, a buick GSX, and maybe a 70 superbee, and you'd have a winning lineup. Would probably grab the attention of diecast collectors who are not yet buying the motormax products too.

Another lineup I'd like to see done in similar fasion would be tuners. They already have some great castings in the 3" line that you can buy for aroun 70 cents a piece. Especially the toyota supra and nissan skyline stand out in my mind. Do some new colors, paint a little extra detail, throw on some wheels with rubber tires, and package them in a plastic blister similar to the fresh cherries and american graffiti, and you have another line of premium cars.

Anyone else have any thoughts or ideas on product lines such as these? Would you buy them?

Musclecars are pretty much been-there-done-that. Everyone from Maisto to the Mints is doing them. Motormax have found a unique niche which they should aggressively exploit. Rather than Chargers, 'Cudas, and 442s, they should concentrate on Monacos, Furys, and Delta 88s.

By the way, Johnny Lightning has all those musclecars you seek.

I just wish they would get into older imports. I'd love to see VW Proto Types in 1/64.

Yes they do read the threads and in all honesty, I told them to either limit their involvement or find a spokesperson to be a type of moderator. I have never seen a time where it benefits a company to get directly involved with us. It may start off great but it usually goes south fast. Instead I advised them to channel their efforts into things like AutoFest where they could test some ideas and get feedback in a more personal format where talking face to face and discussing business is better handled. There are many new things being done this year and many on the drawing boards based on ideas and feedback from this source. You are being heard even if direct replies are not made.


Castings. It was made very clear to me where and how MM and FC got to this point. It was the Pintos, Vegas and Gremlins of the world. At first I myself thought they were crazy but in a world that offers 168 versions of the 1968 Camaro, if you want to succeed in a niche market, do you make another '68 Camaro or do you make a Pacer? They know their base, they know where it came from and they know in a tough market that they better be different or else. I applaud this! Now that doesn't mean they may never do a Camaro but what it does mean is, they'd probably look at the "Bluebird and Redbird" type of thing. Something fresh and ripe...........like a fresh cherry!

I'm not answering for them, merely stating feedback I have gotten through my many conversations. They are great people to work with and they are paying attention.

I also think that many more people are paying attention to the line now and if some of those castings were brought back out like the Impala, Caprice and T-bird without the flames and done stock, that these could do really well.

I also think that many more people are paying attention to the line now and if some of those castings were brought back out like the Impala, Caprice and T-bird without the flames and done stock, that these could do really well.
I agree. A Caprice Classic (Like the 1974 I owned) would be a great casting. In the VW line a type 34 would be a great niche car to do. Even the porsche 914 would be another.

Motormax have found a unique niche which they should aggressively exploit. Rather than Chargers, 'Cudas, and 442s, they should concentrate on Monacos, Furys, and Delta 88s.




I agree with this point. No one else has done most of these castings before that MM has. I as a collector do not need anymore 57 chevys, camaros, or older vettes. Let motormax stick to this niche market that they've found and leave it at that.

Happy Hunting (Diecast)

zach

Hopefully more of these cars being done in the smaller scale show up in the 1/24 line. I need more variety in my customs. :)

Hopefully more of these cars being done in the smaller scale show up in the 1/24 line. I need more variety in my customs. :)


I second that !!!!!

I just wish they would get into older imports. I'd love to see VW Proto Types in 1/64.

I agree. Some of those wacky Datsuns from the '70s would make prefect Cherries.

How about...

Opel Mantas
Ford Escorts
Ford Taunus
Ford Cortina
Citroens
Opel Diplomats
Opel Admirals
Opel GT:)
Opel Kadetts
Ford Capri
Dafs


As for American fare....I think 60-80s Land Yachts are RIPE for the Pickings...

Station Wagons of all makes and sizes
Crown Vics
Mercury Mauraders
New Yorkers
Pontiac Bonnevilles
Delta 88s
Buick Electra


the list could go on for a while you know:)

Jeff

How about...

Opel Mantas
Ford Escorts
Ford Taunus
Ford Cortina
Citroens
Opel Diplomats
Opel Admirals
Opel GT:)
Opel Kadetts
Ford Capri
Dafs


:)

Jeff

OK, here´s a brief list of european cars of 60s and 70s never made for any toy company in the 1/60- 1/64 scale that many of us wish it must exist. Enjoy using the imagination

Germany
- 1971 Opel Ascona ( for U.S.A. Opel 1900)
- 1968 Opel Kadett
- 1967 Opel Rekord sedan
- 1977 Volkswagen Derby
- 1978 Opel Rekord
- 1973 Volkswagen 412
- 1971 Ford Taunus sedan

England
- 1971 Morris Marina
- 1973 Austin Allegro
- 1971 Ford Cortina Mk III
- 1975 Austin Princess
- 1971 Vauxhall Viva
- 1973 Vauxhall Victor
- 1970 Austin Maxi
- 1970 Hillman Avenger
- 1968 Hillman Hunter

France
- 1970 Peugeot 304
- 1972 Citroen GS break
- 1967 Renault 10
- 1973 Peugeot 104
- 1967 Simca 1301
- 1970 Simca 1204 break
- 1962 Citroen Ami 6
- 1972 Peugeot 504 break

Italy
- 1970 Fiat 130
- 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud 4 dr fastback
- 1973 Lancia Beta sedan & coupe
- 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta sedan
- 1963 Lancia Fulvia sedan
- 1966 Fiat 1100 D
- 1967 Fiat 125
- 1967 Autobianchi Primula 5 dr
- 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
- 1962 Fiat 600
- 1964 Fiat 850
- 1972 Fiat 132
- 1976 Lancia Gamma
- 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint
- 1975 Innocenti Mini 90

Sweden
- 1960 Volvo PV 544
- 1969 Saab 99
- 1962 Saab 96
- 1967 Volvo 145
- 1976 Volvo 265
- 1971 Saab 99 4dr sedan


Netherlands

- 1960 Daffodil
- 1967 Daf 44
- 1968 Daf 55
- 1972 Daf 66




I hope to everybody like this list, hoping your comments about this, and thanks :wave: :cool:

Dear All:

Station Wagons,please!! Can be from either era. Playing Mantis/Johnny Lightning scored when they introduce their early 1950's Mercury Wagon (in real life,only 1000 1949-1951 Merc SW were done) and there were rumours of a 1974 Chevy SW;even Maisto brought a Chevrolet 1962 SW,and as I saw on this site,more Wagons are sought. And Motormax can use another niche,if that is the case.

The 1/87 Ford Fairmont Sedan and Station Wagon from Atlas was also enthusiasticaly received by the Model Railroader folk;I think that a 1/60 version may also be sucessful. And,yes,keep doing these cars no one want to (in both 1/60 and 1/87 fine as well).

A line of just wagons... call 'em Cherry Crates (sorry, Schwinn) !!

1977 Olds Custom Cruiser
1974 Chrysler Town & Country
1976 Mercury Colony Park
1971 Olds Vista Cruiser
1971 Ford Country Squire
1972 Buick Estate Wagon
1971 Plymouth Sport Suburban
1972 Chevy Kingswood Estate
1975 Pontiac Grand Safari
1972 AMC Matador Wagon

By the way, has anyone else noticed how cool wagon names were back then? It's sad we don't have them anymore.

A line of just wagons... call 'em Cherry Crates (sorry, Schwinn) !!

1977 Olds Custom Cruiser
1974 Chrysler Town & Country
1976 Mercury Colony Park
1971 Olds Vista Cruiser
1971 Ford Country Squire
1972 Buick Estate Wagon
1971 Plymouth Sport Suburban
1972 Chevy Kingswood Estate
1975 Pontiac Grand Safari
1972 AMC Matador Wagon

By the way, has anyone else noticed how cool wagon names were back then? It's sad we don't have them anymore.

I did. I think the Vista Cruisers, Safari Wagons, Sport Wagons and such are just outstanding looking.

I also think the bathtub wagons, Roadmaster, Impala etc of the late 80's 90's are really cool too!

I also think the bathtub wagons, Roadmaster, Impala etc of the late 80's 90's are really cool too!


Dear All:

I like these,too. Last of a breed.

I did. I think the Vista Cruisers, Safari Wagons, Sport Wagons and such are just outstanding looking.

I also think the bathtub wagons, Roadmaster, Impala etc of the late 80's 90's are really cool too!

this was my baby, but the transmission quit just before Christmas at 180k... decided I'd be better off to put the $$$ towards a Pacifica. I miss this car...


http://mywebpages.comcast.net/rwurtz/images/pass.jpg

I'd buy any and all wagons MotorMax put out. (Including a Pacifica, hey, haven't seen a diecast one of them yet.) I'm eagerly awaiting the LeBaron T&C...

--rick

this was my baby, but the transmission quit just before Christmas at 180k... decided I'd be better off to put the $$$ towards a Pacifica. I miss this car...


http://mywebpages.comcast.net/rwurtz/images/pass.jpg

I'd buy any and all wagons MotorMax put out. (Including a Pacifica, hey, haven't seen a diecast one of them yet.) I'm eagerly awaiting the LeBaron T&C...

--rick

I love this car. I think it will be a classic. I know people think I'm crazy now but someday?

Dear Mark:

You are not crazy. These cars - Caprice,Roadmaster,Olds Cruiser Wagon,Cadillac Brougham were the last of a breed,as far as GM was concerned,of a truly full-size,rwd cars and Station Wagons,so they have a special page on Automotive History.Alas,the Brougham,even in 2006 was a best-seller for Cadillac,despite of wearing a chassi that came all the way from 1977.

The same happens with the Dodge St.Regis/Gran Fury/Newport,which was the final of the full size,rwd sedans from that manufacturer (despite their poor perfomance,quality problems and Chrylser's troubled moments then);as far as their large wagons were concerned,that will be a split between the 122 and 118 inch wheelbase Monaco/etc (full-size and mid-size,respectively).

Ford is the sole US manufacturer (despite the fact that these are built in Canada) which offers a true full size car,the Vic/Marquis et al,which are supposed to be discontinued in 2010.
Nick K

postscript... went past the used car dealer where I bought that one yesterday. Now he has a loaded '96 for sale... 101K miles, Collectors Edition (I think all the '96s were), white with burgundy velour, looks pretty nice, for $4500...

oh, if I hadn't just spent 15K on that Pacifica...

--rick

I love these, too. It would be really easy for Motormax to render these in 1/24 since they already have the Caprice sedan. A new body, interior tub, and glass are all they need. They can even reuse the doors and hood !

I can tell MotorMax this much.. if they came out with the '74-76 "Clamshell" GM Wagons in 1/24th scale, wether Kingswood or not, they would fly off the shelves. The derby guys just gobble them up :) I would like to make some customs in 1/64th scale of them too lol

How about '78 Dodge Magnum or Chrysler Cordoba?
http://www.carr.org/~gripper/images/vehicles/magnum1.jpghttp://barkbarkwoofwoof.blogspot.com/uploaded_images/640_1976ChryslerCordobaSportCoupe-730739.jpg

and an 80's AMC Eagle 4wd wagon?
http://www.carr.org/~eripper/images/vehicles/eagle.jpg

Maybe a Mercury Lynx (mustang or escort sister car?) from the early-mid 80s?
http://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/7/web/211000-211999/211593_8_full.jpg


Also, even though it can be considered a muscle car, I don't think any other companies have made this yet. How about some Pontiac Grand Prix from 65, 67, 69, and 77?
http://www.musclecarclub.com/musclecars/pontiac-grandprix/images/pontiac-grandprix-1965a.jpghttp://www.pugetsoundpoci.com/photos/member_cars/Wood_67.jpg
http://www.modelcars.com/products/large/ert33684.jpghttp://www.dansgarage.net/cars4sale/77%20grand%20prix.jpg

I'd take all of those - especially the Cordoba if it comes with a little Ricardo Montalban figure.

...with rich Corinthian leather.

...and Tattoo in the trunk.

I will love to se and of course to get, a 1/60-64 scale Chrysler Cordoba of 1975-77, also the generations of pontiac grand prix never made, like 1967, 1969, 1973, 1977, 1978 models

How about the 1970 Buick Electra 225 with crager rims? That would be an awesome car in 1/60.

http://www.modelcars.com/products/large/ert33684.jpghttp://www.dansgarage.net/cars4sale/77%20grand%20prix.jpg

This looks like Jake's girlfriends (Carrie Fisher) car from the Blues Brothers.