Model Collector – August 2019

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WE TRY BEFORE YOU BUY All you need to

know before buying your next model

OttOmobile Fiat Ritmo Abarth

n 1:18 scale n rrp £128.99 n 1,500 pcs n cat no. OT294

GT Spirit Brabus 800 E Class, Emerald Green

n 1:18 scale n rrp £131.99 n cat no. GT208

OttOmobile Mitsubushi Lancer Evo 8 MR FQ-400

n 1:18 scale n rrp £109.99 n 2,000 pcs n cat no. OT301

Dom's verdict There's plenty rally enthusiasts will love

about this. The car's 1979 Group 2 Rallye Monte Carlo racing

scheme and sponsorship logos are well-applied, and under-

neath is a well kitted-out model, with excellent reproduction

of the bare metal galvanized floor plates to the interior.

Dom's verdict Resplendent in semi matt green, GT Spirit's

Brabus really looks the business. The remarkable attention

to detail on the brakes and alloy wheels is matched by the

superb work on the grille, lamps and interior, where the

impressively replicated to scale dash is of particular note.

Dom's verdict I'm not so impressed with the interior here,

which seems dull and plasticky – though, in fairness, that may

be true of the real thing! The exterior, though, sports a fantastic

paint finish, with very credible shut lines, wheels and brakes.

Glazing is super, too.

Bellissimo n RATING: 10/10

CONTACT DETAILS See ads or call John Ayrey on 01274 594119 for stockist advice

Brutishly handsome Brabus n RATING: 10/10

CONTACT DETAILS See ads or call John Ayrey on 01274 594119 for stockist advice

Excellent exterior, somewhat dull interior n RATING: 8/10

CONTACT DETAILS See ads or call John Ayrey on 01274 594119 for stockist advice

Scores

10/10!