1960 Lincoln Continental Mk.V Convertible by Brooklin Models

 Brooklin Models BRK 57X Factory Special - 1960 Lincoln Continental Mk V Convertible

This Factory Special came in March 2000 and was a top-up version of the 1960 Lincoln Continental Mark V Convertible. This top-up version is finished in a color that the Ford Company called maple leaf, actually it's a deep maroon metallic. It has more brown tones than the maroon of the BRK18 Packard. The interior of this special is finished in a two-tone platinum gold and pale mauve. The top is a deep shade of ivory and the baseplate is inscribed "Limited Edition Factory Special". 800 of this factory special were produced.

Unlike the base model, this Factory Special does not have chrome handles, but only a hint of them. The usual price of this model is also lower.

1960 Lincoln Continental Mk. V Convertible By Brooklin Models 

Manufacturer:	Brooklin Models
Scale:	1/43
Production Year:	2000
Part Number:	BRK 57X
Color:	Deep Maroon Metalic/Ivory
Material:	White Metal
Rating:	7/10

1960 Lincoln Continental Mk V Convertible by Brooklin Models

  Brooklin Models BRK 57 - 1960 Lincoln Continental Mk V Convertible

The 1960 Lincoln Continental Mark V was a luxury car that embodied the bold and extravagant design philosophy of the late 1950s and early 1960s. As the final model year of the third-generation Continental (1958-1960), the Mark V was the last of the "big-body" Lincolns before a major downsizing in 1961.

The 1960 Continental Mark V was notable for its massive dimensions—one of the largest unibody cars ever produced. It featured a sleek, squared-off design with a bold, upright grille and prominent tailfins, which were toned down slightly from previous years.

The standard Brooklin Model 1960 Lincoln Continental Mark V Convertible (BRK57) was released in March 1996 and deleted in 2009. It is finished in polaris white with cream/red interior, yellow license plate and whitewall tyres. For the last batch the body of the anniversary version was used with a different shade of white. This model has separate chrome door handles and narrow whitewall tyres. The chrome behind the rear seats is a little smaller and the two white parts on each side are separated and not cast with the body. Extravagant chrome trim, giving it a distinct luxury appearance.

1960 Cadillac Series 62 Six Window Sedan by Brooklin Models

 Brooklin Models BRK 189 - 1960 Cadillac Series 62 Six Window Sedan

The model replicates the striking and distinctive design of the 1960 Cadillac Series 62, with its vast, sweeping lines, large tail fins, and massive chrome bumpers. From the moment you glance at it, the model exudes the same presence as the full-size car, with its polished chrome accents and smooth, flowing contours.

The tailfins are one of the most prominent features of the real 1960 Cadillac, and Brooklin has carefully recreated these with precision. The rear end of the model features the signature vertical stabilizer fins, highlighted by the detailed tail lights and twin bullet-style rear lamps, which are carefully painted and finished to match the look of the original. The chrome trim that runs along the sides of the vehicle is finely executed, reflecting the meticulous craftsmanship that Brooklin is known for.

The front of the car captures the wide, imposing grille, flanked by quad headlights, which gives the model its characteristic Cadillac face. The headlights are individually detailed, and the grille is finely replicated, with the classic Cadillac emblem proudly displayed in the center. The large chrome bumpers are also sculpted to perfection, giving the car a sense of weight and luxury.

One of the standout features of the Brooklin Models BRK 189 Cadillac is the level of interior detail. While the interior is not as visible on a 1:43 scale model as it would be in real life, Brooklin still manages to convey the luxurious atmosphere of the 1960 Cadillac's cabin. The dashboard, seats, and even the steering wheel are intricately molded, painted, and finished to reflect the quality materials and opulent design found in the full-size vehicle.

The finish of the model is immaculate, with the paintwork being smooth and glossy,  in classic Cadillac colors like pastel blues, whites, and metallics, capturing the luxury car’s elegant appearance. The overall fit and finish of the model are superb, with parts fitting tightly together, and the model has a polished look that stands out in any collection.

Whether you're a dedicated Cadillac enthusiast, a model car collector, or simply someone who appreciates automotive history, the BRK 189 is a model that will undoubtedly be a prized addition to any collection.

1960 Cadillac Series 62 Six Windows Sedan By Brooklin Models

Manufacturer:	Brooklin Models
Scale:	1/43
Production Year:	2013
Part Number	BRK 189
Color:	Olympic White / Pelham Blue Poly
Material:	White Metal
Rating:	10/10

1969 Pontiac GTO Judge by Franklin Mint

1969 Pontiac GTO Judge 

1969 Pontiac GTO Judge Ram Air III, A true American Icon is one of the best-looking real muscle car of all time. The name was inspired by the Ferrari 250 GTO, the successful race car. The most significant event of 1969 for the GTO was the launch of a new model called "The Judge". The package was US$332 more expensive than a standard GTO, and included the Ram Air III engine  455 was rated at 360 hp (270 kW) Rally II wheels without trim rings, Hurst shifter (with a unique T-shaped handle), wider tires, cable controlled Ram Air Hood Inlet, blacked out grill, various decals, and a rear spoiler wearing its own "The Judge" decal on top.  Correct color combination - Carousel Red with Black interior and original style Judge stripes. Fully detailed chassis including dual exhaust.

This is the rarest model Franklin Mint.the last of the models in 1:43 scale . The extraordinary amount of detail, very expensive production and a small number of units ordered  is the reason why the model is so rare and hard to find. But it is the top of the collection.

1969 Pontiac GTO Judge by Franklin Mint

Manufacturer:	Franklin   Mint
Scale:	1/43
Production Year:	1999
Part Number	B11YB21
Color:	Carousel   Red
Material:	Die Cast
Rating:	10/10

1960 Chevrolet Impala 4 Door Sport Sedan by Brooklin Models

There aren’t too many things more American than a vintage  Chevy Impala.. Few Chevrolet sedans have been as charismatic as the second generation 1959-'60 models, with their characteristic "bat wing" tailfins.
Here is '60 Chevrolet Impala 4 Door Sport Sedan!
A more conservative approach, with „jet smooth“ lines, evident with the aircraft inspired side trim. Chevrolet changed much of the bodylines from the more wilder ‚59‘s. The new look for 1960 suited the glamorous top of the line Impala, as Chevrolet reshaped and separated the famous  (from my perspective) horizontal „bat wing“ tail fins, and added 3 round tail lamps to the rear. Additional features included a short molding strip extending back from the headlights, twin pairs of bar molding above and below the fender strip, the quarter panel missile ornaments had 2 moldings streaking rearward, and the area between them was filled with a white insert and Impala script.
The 1960 Chevrolet Impala also became the best-selling automobile in the US, and continued to hold that position for the next decade. Luxury leader of the low price field for 1960s standards,  you could choose from four new Impalas – Sport Sedan, Sport Coupe, 4-Door Sedan and Convertible.  Total Model production for the Chevy Impala in 1960 was around 511,925 produced. Of that 79,903 consisted of Convertibles.The ‘flat top’ styling of the four door sport sedan, was carried over, although sales figures were a third of the regular sedan. The ‘flat top’ is a much prized collectible today.
This  model ’60 Chevrolet Impala 4-door hardtop Sport Sedan, known as the “flat top” is finished in Tasco Turquioise Poly / Ermine White color combination.
The experts at The Brooklin Models have created a handsome model using their new one-piece, chromed frame “birdcage” for the windshield and all window surrounds. This is clever, because when the contrasting color roof is fitted, the result is a very accurate and good-looking pillarless hardtop model with great rear panoramic window. The rocket mascot is very well done, grill is black-washed All exterior trim, is done with carefully fitted separate plated white metal pieces
Both the lines and details match properly from all angles, and dimensions are right on 1:43 scale. A truly terrific Chevy model.

1960 Chevrolet Impala 4-door Sport Sedan

"Bat wings"tailfins

1960 Impala Sport Sedan and 1961 Impala Sport Coupe

1960 Impala Sport Sedan, In the background is 1954 Chevrolet Bel Air

'61  Chevy Impala and '60  Chevy Impala with '54 Chevy  Bel Air 

Manufacturer:	Brooklin Models
Scale:	1/43
Year of Production:	2015
Part Number:	BRK 166
Material:	White Metal
Rating:	9/10

1963 Studebaker Avanti by Franklin Mint

The Studebaker Avanti was a personal luxury coupe built by the Studebaker Corporation between June 1962 and December 1963. Studebaker itself referred to the Avanti as "America's Only 4 Passenger High-Performance Personal Car!" in its sales literature.
Designed by Raymond Loewy's team on a 40-day crash program, the Avanti featured a radical fiberglass body design mounted on a modified Studebaker Lark Daytona 109-inch convertible chassis with a modified 289 Hawk engine.
The front had no conventional grille - just an air scoop below a thin bumper. The hood had an asymmetrical hump, and the interior featured aircraft-style instrumentation and controls, some placed above the windshield. Occupants sat in four slim-section bucket seats as in Alfa Romeo or other Italian sport car.
The original Studebaker Avanti has been described as "one of the more significant milestones of the postwar industry". Nevertheless, this model did not save Studebaker from the abyss. The factory doors closed in December 1963 thanks to poor production rates.
My Franklin Mint model looks a bit oversized. The model has great detail the actual car:  designed sport chrome mirrors typical for sixties, chrome wheel covers, Avanti logo on all sides, interior doors chrome trimmed  panels and color of the original Avanti Gold bodywork. Impressive are chrome frames of all windows. Not only chrome-faced, but faithfully quality chrome. Nice interior and detailed chassis.  For a Franklin well-fitting doors and bonnet.
It is a model of the iconic car, but does not look too American.

Franklin Mint 1963 Studebaker Avanti

Manufacturer:	Franklin Mint
Scale:	1/43
Year of Production:	1988
Part Number:	PY77
Material:	DieCast
Rating:	7/10

1968 Dodge Charger R/T by Franklin Mint

One of the more memorable Command Performances of the 60s was the completely restyled 1968 Dodge Charger R/T. This gritty semi-fastback offered the public a sport car look without breaking the bank. The car was restyled to give it a more menacing look.  The rear taillights were changed from full length to smaller red circular lights similar to those on the Corvette. The R/T performance option was also added this year. The car came with a 440 Magnum engine and "shark-like" body styling. and the car appeared in numerous Hollywood movies.
 All recaptured in a remarkable 1:43 scale die-cast replica Franklin Mint. The full, unbroken front grille is deeply recessed and the friction cheating hood featured twin, simulated air scoops. From the vertical rear deck to the 440 Magnum V-8 engine and complete undercarriage, every feature is state-of-the-art in die-cast engineering. Model is painted Sunfire Yellow, one of the car´s original 16 color choices. Bumble Bee racing stripes were standard and buzzed across and down the sides of the sporty rear fenders. The vinyl roof on model was standard. The nice detail is gas cap - using an Indianapolis pitstop idea, the car featured a quick fill gas cap.

Franklin Mint 1968 Dodge Charger R/T

Manufacturer:	Franklin Mint
Scale:	1/43
Year of Production:	1998
Part Number:	XF71
Material:	DieCast
Rating:	9/10