1958 Edsel Bermuda Station Wagon by Minichamps

The vertical grille was the focal point for criticism of the Edsel. 

Nice detail - Ornament "E" 

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Ford had its Country Squire, Mercury had its Colony Park, and when Edsel made its debut for 1958, it would have its own deluxe Bermuda Station Wagon. Like its counterparts from the other Ford Motor Company divisions, the 1958 Edsel 

Launched amid a colossal advertising campaign, Ford’s Edsel brand—named for the late son of company founder Henry Ford—was a short-lived venture intended to fill the price gap between Ford- and Mercury-branded cars. As one sales executive recalls, the Edsel was “the car for the young man on his way up.”

The Bermuda represented the highest trim level available within the Edsel brand for a station wagon,

In addition to deluxe interior appointments, the Bermuda also was outfitted with simulated wood panels and frames, a hallmark of premium station wagon models produced by Ford and Mercury. 

To separate the Bermuda from Ford models, the Bermuda received Edsel's front fascia and vertical grille assembly as well as unique boomerang-shaped taillights. The shape of the taillights posed a problem when used as turn indicators – the left hand taillight appeared as an arrow pointing right and vice versa from a distance.

The model from Minichamps displayed the signature Edsel horse-collar grille, au courant wood-grain side trim, and boomerang-shaped taillights—an ill-conceived design element found on real Edsel wagons.  The spectacular body’s lines are reproduced perfectly. Only 1,008 units produced, but still available on eBay.

Manufacturer:	Minichamps
Scale:	1/43
Year of Production:	2007
Part Number:	400082014
Material:	DieCast
Rating:	8/10

1949 Ford F1 PickUp Coca Cola Delivery by Mnichamps

The Ford F-Series truck has become a staple of the American road, enjoying unprecedented success in the Eighties and Nineties. The Ford truck has been the best-selling vehicle of any kind in America and the emblem of the truck mania that has swept through the U.S. auto market. Was there a single soul who could have imagined such a thing in 1948?
This is the first generation Ford F-Series produced between 1948-52 as a replacement for the previous car-based pickup line introduced in 1941. It had a flat, one-piece windshield a wider cab and integrated headlamps. F1 was the smallest of F serie 1/2 ton serving the broadest range of needs experienced by farmers, tradesmen, and merchants. Car was on the standard of today's small size. Only roof height was taller to accommodate the majority of truck owners who, as was the custom in those days, wore hats.

This model Minichamps is combination legendary brands Ford and Coca Cola - two door pickup model Coca Cola delivery (Official Licensed Product) in dark yellow color with matt black painted running boards. The grille composed of five thick horizontal bars and headlights resided in a recessed panel on the face of each vehicle. The ledge above the grille held chrome block letters that spelled out "FORD" and above this sat a large alligator-style hood with bright-trimmed "nostrils." The front bumper is painted in Coca Cola red color instead of the usual chrome. The same red color is applied to the wheels instead of the usual body color. All these details are faithfully captured in the model. The only inaccuracy is missing passenger-side windshield wiper. The pickup bed used a plastic imitation of hardwood floor with metal strips and wooden side panels. Coca Cola logo on the doors and the roof is very decently made. Model manufactured in 2010 can still be brought.

Ford F1 Pick Up Coca Cola Delivery

Manufacturer:	Minichamps
Scale:	1/43
Year of Production:	2010
Part Number:	400082062
Material:	DieCast
Rating:	9/10

1940 Ford Sedan Delivery by Brooklin Models

BRK 09 - 1940 Ford Sedan Delivery - Black

Brooklin Models - 1940 Ford Sedan Delivery

The 1940 Ford car line was a great styling statement, and so was the 1940 Ford Sedan Delivery derivation. Many connoisseurs of design declare it one of the most beautiful commercial vehicles ever.
A sedan delivery, commonly called a delivery, is a two-door station wagon with driver and front passenger seats or driver's only seat, and steel sheet-metal panels in place of rear side windows. Sedan deliveries have spartan interior trim and were used by businesses ranging from plumbers, couriers and local merchants such as bakeries as cargo vans are used today.
A total of 5,325 Ford Sedan Deliverys were built with a sticker price of around $700.00. This vehicle is equipped with a- 85 bhp, 221 cu. in. L-head V-8 engine, three-speed sliding gear manual transmission. Ford also introduced sealed-beam headlights in 1940, finally eliminating the persistent problem of moisture degradation, with their housings also incorporating the parking lights into one single unit.
New pivoting glass wings in each front door offered improved ventilation. A split, fixed windshield with cowl-mount wipers was standard.

Brooklin Models 1940 Ford Sedan Delivery Van "Ford Service" - black, light tan interior. Brooklin produced more than 5000 of these in a variety of liveries between 1979 and 1993. This is the standard model with Ford logos and sign "O'Neil Ltd Sales, Parts, Service" that was discontinued in 1991. Despite this fact, it is still easy-to-find model. Black color model fits well. Beautifully curved lines of the car are captured perfectly, chrome bumpers, grill and lights. White wall tires are nice, and was really on the car.

1937 Lincoln Le Baron Convertible Sedan By Brooklin Models 

Manufacturer:	Brooklin
Scale:	1/43
Production Year:	1979 - 1991
Part Number	BRK 09
Color:	Black
Material:	White Metal
Rating:	6/10

1949 Ford Custom Convertible by Minichamps

As automobile production resumed after World War II, offerings were limited to existing prewar designs, but by 1949, the Big Three had fresh, innovative concepts on sale. Ford was first, showing all-new 1949 models on June 8, 1948. They were as un-Ford-like as anything the public had ever seen. Slab-sided and streamlined, the company proudly announced that the New York Fashion Academy had judged Ford the “Fashion Car of the Year!
From a styling standpoint, the new Ford’s adopted slab sides, wrap-around bumpers, minimal trim, and bullet-adorned grille set it apart from most other cars on the road.
Two trim levels were offered: Standard and Custom. Although Ford’s station wagon was the most expensive 1949 model, the convertible carried the most prestige.

This.10 years old model from Minichmps absolutely meets the current standards of treatment. Excellent details, proper scale and nice interior are plus. Color is black.
I am  only disappointed in the quality of the painting on the sides of the model - not quite smooth as usual for Minichamps.
I do not know what he was thinking Minichamps FL letters in the model name. Ford does not know anything like that....Maybe L-head V-8 engine? Rather, it is nonsense.
Nice pictures of this model are there.

Minichamps 1949 Ford Cabriolet

Manufacturer:	Minichamps
Scale:	1/43
Year of Production:	2003
Part Number:	400 082231
Material:	DieCast
Rating:	8/10

1955 Ford Crown Victoria Skyliner by Franklin Mint

1955 was a strong year for the American car industry and Ford in particular. There were 49,966 Fairlane Sunliners produced during that year and it easily outsold its closest competitor, the Chevy Bel Air convertible which saw only 41,292 examples produced.
 The 1955 Ford was advertised as a car with the feeling of motion built into the basic shape of the car itself....with imaginative styling, chrome and stainless trim, fresh new two tone colors, and modern interiors.

 1955 would be the first year of the Crown Victoria, part of the Ford Fairlane range of products and was produced at Fords plant in Dallas, Texas. Being the top trim level for 1955, the Fairlane included chrome moldings around the window and 'A' pillar, chrome side sweep moldings, and chrome headlight door eyebrows. The engine is a 272 cubic-inch V8 that develops 162 horsepower and has a top speed of 100 mph.

 The first Crown Victoria Skyliner is a two-door Fairlane with a pillared hardtop and transparent green plexi-glass in the forward half. It was part of the Ford Fairlane range, which differed from the regular Victoria model by a stainless steel band that 'crowned' the roofline, passing over the car as an extension of the B-pillar. Production of the 'Crown Victoria' lasted from 1955 to 1956. The Skyliner was the most expensive Fairlane model, costing $2,372 new from the factory.
 This beautifull 143 model is fantastic recaptured by Franklin Mint in Extension set Classic Cars of the 50's. Model is in original colours Tropical Rose / Snowshoe White in version Fairlane Crown Victoria Skyliner with continetal kit.. Wonderful details grille, acrylic glass top, continental kit and plenty of chrome accessories. Simply - sweetheart of collection!

Manufacturer:	Franklin Mint
Scale:	1/43
Year of Production:	1990
Part Number:	UK08
Material:	DieCast
Rating:	10/10

1964 Ford Mustang Convertible by Franklin Mint

 Franklin Mint TC19 - 1964 Ford Mustang in Rangoon Red

Here it is. The sporty curves of the first generation 1964½ Ford Mustang. That innovative , youthful  "mean machine" that caused a frenzy among new car buyers in 1964. Those some clean lines that defined the term "ponycar"- and still causing a sensation today - are all recaptured in this 1:43 replica by Franklin Mint.

The legendary Ford Mustang combined good looks with four-seater capability and the retail price of an economy car. Although  Ford called the first Mustang the 1965 model, and it was referred to all advertising as the 1965, it actually came out inApril of 1964 - and it is always referred to as the 1964½ Mustang by people who know.

This Franklin Mint  is just like the original painted in the car´s original factory color - Rangoon Red.  From the signature "Pony" grille emblem and th unmistakable Mustang tailights to the ferocious V-8 engine and complete  undercarriage, every feature is state-of-the-art in die-cast engineering of 90´s. Details are not so razor-sharp like on todays models (Mininichamps, Ixo...) but quality of paint and chrome is unbeatable! The model will look great even for another twenty years!

1964 Ford Mustang by Franklin Mint  

Manufacturer:	Franklin Mint
Scale:	1/43
Production Year:	1991
Part Number	TC19
Color:	Rangoon Red
Material:	DieCast
Rating:	8/10

1964 Ford Country Squire Wagon by Premium X

The Ford Country Squire is a full-size station wagon which was built by the Ford Motor Company in the United States from 1950 until 1991, encompassing seven model generations. It was the premium station wagon model in Ford's full-size car range throughout this period. The Country Squire was initially built as a full "woodie". After the mid-1950s the rear body was composed of fiberglass covered by a vinyl appliqué printed to simulate wood. Later versions featured an all-steel body and are best remembered for featuring body sides and a tailgate covered by simulated wood trim and panels.
When one pictures the classic American station wagon, thoughts drift to the Ford Country Squire.
The fourth generation of this luxury the above 5.5 meter long American giant station wagons  were built from 1960 to 1964.
A total of nine seats made ​​the Ford to a real space saver , almost as large as today's popular SUV 's from the same home. His technical highlights of course was the electrically operated , fully retractable panoramic slice of the two-part tailgate. The space cruiser was powered by a 5 liter V8 engine with an output of 195 hp,  enough for a maximum speed of approximately 170 km/h.

Premium X presents us now a nice metal model of this American luxury liner, with fine details, a perfect grille, of course, the "Woody" - side trim, a huge chrome roof rack and the interior clearly the three rows of seats with room for 9 people. It's amazing how today's technology makes amazing details for a low price -  wipers, door handles, body labels and type descriptions on the body.
Apparent negative of the model is cheap chassis made ​​of  black plastic with very little detail. This is a big minus of all models Premium X.

Manufacturer:	Premium X
Scale:	1/43
Year of Production:	2013
Part Number:	PRD203
Material:	DieCast
Rating:	* * * *