Mercedes models/kits

[verytalldave]

Apologies if this a repeat question, but I have searched this forum without success.
I would like to buy a model of a W203. Preferably in 1:18 scale or larger, and again, preferably in silver.
Doesnt seem to be a problem getting hold of W204 models, or the older classic models, but a W203...........
The only one I can find is this....
http://www.3000toys.com/catalog/item_detail.aspx?itemfind=WELLY2097-R
which is OK, but I would rather have something better detailed and larger scale. Colour can always be changed.........
Either in kit form or diecast.
Can anyone point me in the right direction please. :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol:

 

[Micman]

Hi,

It is difficult finding models of the W203 - as you identified a company called Welly do make one. They do make more than just the red one you found though.

They make a 1:18 scale model in Silver - It is model number 19853

check out the link to all the C-class models on their website:

http://www.wellydiecast.com/web/item_details.jsp?gid=609

 

[verytalldave]

Thanks Micman..........
I didnt find that on their website!

 

[verytalldave]

I had no idea how difficult it was going to be to track a model of a W203 down.
I found a retailer in Poland who had one in stock, but in the end I found a shop in France with just one in stock. It should now be winging its way to the UK as I type.............

 

[whitenemesis]

Don't MB sell models of all their, er, models?

 

[philharve]

I had no idea how difficult it was going to be to track a model of a W203 down.
I found a retailer in Poland who had one in stock, but in the end I found a shop in France with just one in stock. It should now be winging its way to the UK as I type.............

Hi verytalldave

Who in France?

I have a hankering to own a W202, preferably in my own car's colour.

My indie has a fine collection of vintage Mercedes in his office, each about 4 inches long. No W202s though. Not yet a classic! Probably never will be.

REGARDS

Phil

 

[Phil D]

minimerc.co.uk - sometimes advertise in the club magazine - have an excellent range including exactly what your'e after for 15 quid plus postage. I got one and then did little number plates so it really is my "mini merc" sad I know but what the hell

 

[verytalldave]

Don't MB sell models of all their, er, models?

I wanted a 1:18 scale or larger model of a W203 finished in silver. The link you kindly supplied is not a W203 - I think its a W202 - but I might be wrong on that point. Also, I think it may only be a 1:43 scale model. MB models dont have a W203 model in 1:18 in silver - at least, I couldnt find one.
E-bay didnt have anything, so I just did an advanced search on Google and tracked a few retailers down. Nothing in the UK, even the well known top model outlets were unable (or unwilling?) to help.
Welly, the actual makers of the model I have purchased, are located in Hong Kong. They dont sell retail - trade only, and have a minimum order value of $8000 plus a few other provisos. :mrgreen:

 

[verytalldave]

minimerc.co.uk - sometimes advertise in the club magazine - have an excellent range including exactly what your'e after for 15 quid plus postage. I got one and then did little number plates so it really is my "mini merc" sad I know but what the hell

You are right............If I had known about that 2 days ago, I wouldnt have needed to order abroad. Damn........
However, to be EVER so nit-picky........I mean really, REALLY nit picky......the model I have ordered has the 5 spoke sports wheels, which is as my car, and not as the model available on the minimerc site which has the regular alloys. A small, point but one that makes the extra cost and bother almost worthwhile. Almost......

Thanks Phil..............

 

[verytalldave]

Hi verytalldave

Who in France?

I have a hankering to own a W202, preferably in my own car's colour.

My indie has a fine collection of vintage Mercedes in his office, each about 4 inches long. No W202s though. Not yet a classic! Probably never will be.

REGARDS

Phil

4" long would probably make it a 1:43 scale model. Its not too much of a problem getting a model in that scale, although varaiation in price and quality of finish/detail is huge. Models at that scale can be anything between less than £5 up to around £50 depending.
I purchased my model from a Mr Charles on this website..... http://en.europe-miniatures.com/
He was the only retailer I could find that had a WELLY model of a W203 in 1:18 scale finished in silver - and in stock.

 

[whitenemesis]

I have def seen a silver W203 in my local MB. I remember 'cos I too would like a model of my car. The one they had was not the estate and it was rather expensive!

 

[Myros]

they had them at the old Merc Museum

in Stuttgart, in fact I think they had one of nearly every Merc model. They even had some Chrysler things as well. I bought a little 300SL convertible, made by Cararama I think. Worth a sniff on google maybe?

 

[whitenemesis]

Next time I'm in Stuttgart (1st wk of Sept) I will try and call into the MB museum

 

[Myros]

maybe save you a trip.

http://www.hongwell.com/cararama.htm


I also bought a teeny-weeny 500SL 107 at the newsagents/ciggy shop at Stuttgart Airport for 4 eu.

 

[Phil D]

You are right............If I had known about that 2 days ago, I wouldnt have needed to order abroad. Damn........
However, to be EVER so nit-picky........I mean really, REALLY nit picky......the model I have ordered has the 5 spoke sports wheels, which is as my car, and not as the model available on the minimerc site which has the regular alloys. A small, point but one that makes the extra cost and bother almost worthwhile. Almost......

Thanks Phil..............

well I suppose one man's nit picky is another man's attention to detail ......whatever would you have said when it arrived and was left hand drive? - forgot to mention that! Hope the one you've bought does the trick.

 

[verytalldave]

well I suppose one man's nit picky is another man's attention to detail ......whatever would you have said when it arrived and was left hand drive? - forgot to mention that! Hope the one you've bought does the trick.

Yes..........thats a problem.....all W203 models I have seen are based on LHD cars. Its unavoidable I am afraid. Even the one I have purchased.

 

[verytalldave]

The model I ordered of a silver W203 1:18 scale arrived yesterday - and very good it is too. I would have prefered an exact copy, but I think this is about as close as I am likely to get.

 

[Phil D]

don't forget to do your number plates ! :smile:

 

[100%Bitch]

don't forget to do your number plates ! :smile:

Well they're not going to fit onto a model, are they?

 

[Phil D]

it's amazing what you can do with a computer, say 12 font size, yellow highlight background for the rear plates - hey presto they fit - with a bit of help from mr prit stick !