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Scale Models
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CORGI JUNIORS WHIZZWHEELS This model of the Ogle Reliant Scimitar GTE was produced by the Mettoy Company Limited in 1970 and was based on the actual Ogle Scimitar GTE There were four slightly different versions: light blue with silver wheels, light blue with black wheels, white with black wheels and dark blue with black wheels. According to collectors there were a few early models with the word Britain spelt incorrectly on the base (it was spelt Britian).
Above: Corgi Junior Whizzwheels Reliant Ogle Scimitar GTE Version 1: (light blue with silver wheels)
Above: Corgi Junior Whizzwheels Reliant Ogle Scimitar GTE Version 2 (light blue with black wheels)
Above: Corgi Junior Whizzwheels Reliant Ogle Scimitar GTE Version 3 (white with black wheels)
Above: Corgi Junior Whizzwheels Reliant Ogle Scimitar GTE Version 4 (dark blue with black wheels). I spotted this one recently on a Corgi collectors forum, but never seen one before.
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AUTOSCULPT
These miniature models are made in England from a mixture of polyester resin and aluminium powder, giving an beautiful authentic pewter finish. The Reliant Scimitar GT, GTE and SS1's are available through the Reliant Sabre and Scimitar Owners Club or can be bought through Ebay.
Above: AUTOSCUPLT Pewter effect 1/92 models.
Above: AUTOSCUPLT also do a bigger pewter effect 1/32 scale model of the Scimitar GTE is also available through Ebay
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MIKANSUE
Above: I finally managed to get one of these rare models for my own collection! This soft white metal 1/43 model kit (Grand Tourisme Kit 19) of the Scimitar GT was based on a the straight six model. Like the GTE models, these are very rare and rarely turn up in their original kit form.
Above: Example of fully built and painted model
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MIKANSUE
Above: 1/43 (Grand Tourisme Kit 13). This soft white metal model Scimitar GTE SE5a was based on a 1973 model. These have become very collectable and they rarely turn up in their original kit form.
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A BDB - TREAVALON PRODUCTION
Above: This very limited edition Reliant Scimitar SS1 set is number 24 of only 30 made.
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PATHFINDER Pathfinder models are among the most desirable models to collect. They are very well detailed. The Reliant Scimitar GTE was produced in two colours. A nevada yellow and blue car were produced in limited numbers. The production of these models was only 300 in each colour. This has made these models very sought after. They appear on Ebay occasionally and prices range from £100 to £250 for a mint model in its original box.
Above: 1/43 Pathfinder Model Scimitar GTE SE5a (Pathfinder Model 5)
Above: Scimitar GTE in Nevada Yellow
Above: Scimitar GTE in Blue
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"This is different concept in the presentation of scale model vehicles. Instead of showing the usual high level of detail, this range of models presents the vehicles in their basic form. All are made to the standard collector's scale of 1/43 so that they can sit alongside other products at the same scale. Each model carries a serial number and is accompanied by a certificate of that number. Different people have described them in different ways, such as sculptures or being like the original clay model that the vehicle manufacturers make as part of their development programmes"
Above: Resin Model of the Reliant Scimitar GTE These are available and retail at £35.00 each (plus postage and packaging). If you are interested in a model, then please contact David Rootes via email: enquiries@theessenceofthecar.co.uk Visit David's website for his other creations http://www.theessenceofthecar.co.uk/index.htm
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Other Models not in my collection include:
Above: Echoes Models. Made from soft white metal, models produced included a Scimitar GTE SE6, a Scimitar GTC and a Scimitar Sabre.
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