Just wondered how many people on here collected diecast bus models corgi,britbus or creative master northcord etc. Also maybe the specific ones people have or how many they actually have.
I collect mainly northcord ones, will do a tally up one day this week and get back to you on which ones I have! I know I've got "0000" of Ukbus 6018, and "0002" of Ukbus 1007 though.
I haven't bought any for the past 12 years, but I still have the following:
65 x Corgi Metobuses (may have a full or near full set)
14 x Corgi Leyland Lynx
10 x Corgi Hong Kong commemorative liveries (Tri-axle Leyland/Volvo Olympians), Van Hool Alizee, Dennis Dart etc
24 x EFE Leyland National I/II
Plus a handful of Corgi Plaxton Premiere/ Van Hool Alizee in various NX operating company colours & the TMH Plaxton Vario
I just counted I have 51 which are on display and a mixture of all sorts from tridents/metrobuses/citaro's/solos/eclipses/enviro200/400/darts/omnicity's/presidents most types of recent model buses.
I've got 135 at present. Midland Red, WMPTE, TWM, Travel Dundee and Travel London. Also a selection of modern London buses, EFE Routemasters, Dublin bus, and am starting to get a selection of First, Arriva and Stagecoach models from all over the country.
On another note, Corgi have announced the model of 'V382 SVV' when branded for the 37 with Central Connect. Out in July, with dual destination.
http://www.corgi.co.uk/shop/corgi-direct/corgi-catalogue-july-december-2013/the-original-omnibus-company/om44711b-dennis-pointer-touchwood-connections-37-birmingham/
I've got tons, nearly all the CMNL Trident and Enviro models. I will try get some more pics but theyre all hidden away apart from these few:
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Cant wait for that Touchwood Connection dart :P
Looks like a model shop...
Quote from: BU07 LGO on March 18, 2013, 12:09:20 PM
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Very impressive collection must have cost a lot to get some of those buses as some have only around 300 produced. Where do you normally buy them ebay or model shops.
Nothing on 4718s collection but I have all the following Nothcord's.
6011 3026 0023 8012 0028 6017 3025 1005 6018 1012 2010 4004 1001 6006 1008 6010 6028 6023 2005 1007 1009 6014 1039 3002 8015 6029 8004 1010 3024 5105 and lastly my favourite non NXWM bus 1021
Quote from: Ash on March 18, 2013, 08:50:54 PM
Very impressive collection must have cost a lot to get some of those buses as some have only around 300 produced. Where do you normally buy them ebay or model shops.
I started about 6 years ago and didnt really buy any the last couple of years until recently, yeah pretty much all of those are off ebay and also check out britishmodelbuses.com as they are normally first to post details of new commisioned ones and how to order them as they sell for silly prices on ebay after lol
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This one I have is the rarest though
http://wmbusphotos.com/models/nxwm4780.html
Quote from: Tony on March 20, 2013, 08:05:20 PM
This one I have is the rarest though
http://wmbusphotos.com/models/nxwm4780.html
Now that CMNL/NML are back making models I keep hoping that 4780's model will be put into production, but it don't look like it. :(
Do you actually have it tony?
Quote from: BU07 LGO on March 20, 2013, 10:11:10 PM
Do you actually have it tony?
Yes, two were sent over for us to comment on, I have one, the manager who authorised the production that hasn't yet happened has the other
Well if you are interested in selling it i will be more than happy to buy it :)
Quote from: BU07 LGO on March 20, 2013, 10:16:06 PM
Well if you are interested in selling it i will be more than happy to buy it :)
Sorry - staying in my collection at the moment, currently sat next to a Coventry Bendi-bus!
Quote from: Tony on March 20, 2013, 10:23:50 PM
Quote from: BU07 LGO on March 20, 2013, 10:16:06 PM
Well if you are interested in selling it i will be more than happy to buy it :)
Sorry - staying in my collection at the moment, currently sat next to a Coventry Bendi-bus!
I dont suppose you have any more pics of the back do you Tony?
I am extremely jealous!
Quote from: www.britishmodelbuses.com
TWO NEW MODELS ANNOUNCED BY THE NORTHCORD MODEL COMPANY
Many thanks to Peter at Yardley Wood for advising me of two new models from the Northcord Model Company. Both these models were previously announced as Creative Master Northcord Ltd models:
UKBUS6034 ADL Enviro400H Hybrid Stagecoach in Oxford
UKBUS6035 ADL Enviro400H Hybrid Stagecoach Manchester
As these were announced in CMNL days, I wonder if there is any hope for us people wanting the model of 4780, and The Green Bus President, as they were both announced as future models by CMNL as well.
Wasn't there also plans for two NXC livery vehicles, a Trident and a Citaro bendy?
I think we will see it eventually., they seem to be just finding their feet again but the silly RRP isnt going to help sales
Quote from: Gareth on April 18, 2013, 11:15:32 PM
Wasn't there also plans for two NXC livery vehicles, a Trident and a Citaro bendy?
Yes, the Trident was going to be 4454 so I heard
Quote from: John on April 19, 2013, 07:45:34 AM
Quote from: Gareth on April 18, 2013, 11:15:32 PM
Wasn't there also plans for two NXC livery vehicles, a Trident and a Citaro bendy?
Yes, the Trident was going to be 4454 so I heard
4453 would be a good choice in the coventry transport livery it currently has
Quote from: Ash on April 19, 2013, 07:57:16 AM
4453 would be a good choice in the coventry transport livery it currently has
Thats a good idea Ash. It may be done in the future, you never know. It would go good with the Coventry Heritage Metrobus. 4453 was not around in that livery when these others models were announced.
On the subject of models does anyone know where i can find:
UKBUS6022 - Go2 Devon
UKBUS6025 - Arriva London
UKBUS6029 - Hybrid Demonstrator for a reasonable price?
Theyre the last 3 enviros i need!
Also got 0019 on ebay if anyone is interested :)
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/CMNL-UKBUS-0019-Northcord-Dennis-Trident-Stagecoach-ALX-400-Bus-Scotland-OOC-/140957132866?_trksid=p5197.m1992&_trkparms=aid%3D111000%26algo%3DREC.CURRENT%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D14%26meid%3D7095375373177445952%26pid%3D100015%26prg%3D1006%26rk%3D2%26sd%3D390574349017%26#ht_5393wt_958
Speaking of ebay, its with regret I've decided to sell the remains of my collection off now. The increasing cost of models old and new is just becoming ridiculous for a little hobby and they don't do much on my shelf!
On the subject of Die-cast models can anyone tell me if there is an Equivalent 'gauge' for bus models as there is for model railways?.. ie o,oo,N, ect..and does anyone have any rail models? (static)...Most Die cast retailers concentrate on anything from fire engines to buses, and cars to JCB's these days...They don't seem to valuate the potential of Rail Loco models,? There are more than enough enthusiasts often with substantial money to spend on charter trains.. so why not??? ..... I personally would like to get my hands on a 'static' (Model) Loco design the size of a typical Stobart semi trailer model often seen for sale at various Truck meetings... (pref in a glass case.)... can't see it happening though unfortunately.. >:(
Many of the buses in my collection are the equivalent to 'oo' model trains
scale, which is 1:76. Sometimes on the packaging or on the underside of
the model this is shown. Many model buses are made to this scale so
that model railway enthusiasts can use them on their layouts.
I don't see much of a market for die cast trains, since there is already
a huge amount of ready to run plastic bodied trains. N Gauge scale is
1:148 and seems to have an ever growing selection of road vehicles
being made available. There doesn't appear to be a separate scale
for buses, they appear to follow the railway gauges/scales.
Sorry to plug my own auction but this might interest somebody on here http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/230975959699?ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1555.l2649 If you scroll down you'll see why ;)
seen this whislt i was on ebay too, tempted to bid :)
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Northcord-CMNL-UKBUS-1007-Travel-West-Midlands-Dennis-Trident-0002-of-3000-/230976806346?pt=UK_ToysGames_DiecastVehicles_DiecastVehicles_JN&hash=item35c74a5dca#ht_352wt_1606
Quote from: BU07 LGO on May 07, 2013, 08:37:55 PM
seen this whislt i was on ebay too, tempted to bid :)
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Northcord-CMNL-UKBUS-1007-Travel-West-Midlands-Dennis-Trident-0002-of-3000-/230976806346?pt=UK_ToysGames_DiecastVehicles_DiecastVehicles_JN&hash=item35c74a5dca#ht_352wt_1606
Haha! Feel free to ;)
Quote from: trident4370 on May 07, 2013, 08:43:01 PM
Quote from: BU07 LGO on May 07, 2013, 08:37:55 PM
seen this whislt i was on ebay too, tempted to bid :)
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Northcord-CMNL-UKBUS-1007-Travel-West-Midlands-Dennis-Trident-0002-of-3000-/230976806346?pt=UK_ToysGames_DiecastVehicles_DiecastVehicles_JN&hash=item35c74a5dca#ht_352wt_1606
Haha! Feel free to ;)
Collection Possible? ie cash on collection?
Not something I'd normally do but if you fancy doing a deal outside of ebay?
http://www.flickr.com/photos/42207416@N07/8720350788/
Can never have too many? :P
Why not if theyre going cheap :P
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/161025736118?ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1555.l2649
Here's one some people might find "interesting"
Quote from: John on March 20, 2013, 08:09:13 PM
Quote from: Tony on March 20, 2013, 08:05:20 PM
This one I have is the rarest though
http://wmbusphotos.com/models/nxwm4780.html
Now that CMNL/NML are back making models I keep hoping that 4780's model will be put into production, but it don't look like it. :(
Good news, a production run of models 4780 should be on sale before Christmas!
Quote from: Tony on September 11, 2013, 09:53:26 PM
Good news, a production run of models 4780 should be on sale before Christmas!
:) One on my list to get
As well, if people don't know the model of the 37 liveried Central Connect Dart is out this week, with dual destinations
Fantastic bit of news there. I'm guessing prices around £38 - £48
Just announced by Corgi are models of B7RLEs, are Wolverhampton 2068 on either the 27 or 126E, and Dundee 2043 on either the 28 and 29. Expected next year
http://www.modelbuszone.co.uk/ooc/releasedates/2014jan-jun_pics/om46704a.jpg
http://www.modelbuszone.co.uk/ooc/releasedates/2014jan-jun_pics/om46704a_dest.jpg
http://www.modelbuszone.co.uk/ooc/releasedates/2014jan-jun_pics/om46704b_dest.jpg
http://www.modelbuszone.co.uk/ooc/releasedates/2014jan-jun_pics/om46705a.jpg
Nice to see Dudley spelt correctly...
Ooh!! That'll be two for my collection! Very nice!
Quote from: trident4370 on September 13, 2013, 04:35:48 PM
Nice to see Dudley spelt correctly...
Surely they won't put it on sale with that, what a cock up...
I don't know why they chose to use the 27 and 126E either ::)
I thought it might be on a route where B7RLE are the regular allocation.
Quote from: NXWM Spectra on September 13, 2013, 05:36:25 PM
I thought it might be on a route where B7RLE are the regular allocation.
Methinks a BC one maybe 2150 on the 58. That'll be different
Quote from: nitromatt1 on September 13, 2013, 05:31:38 PM
Quote from: trident4370 on September 13, 2013, 04:35:48 PM
Nice to see Dudley spelt correctly...
Surely they won't put it on sale with that, what a cock up...
I don't know why they chose to use the 27 and 126E either ::)
Surely they could have used 2/3/4/5/6/10 instead of two routes that aren't even allocated B7's ::)
Although technically B7RLE's are allocated on the 27 but on Sundays ;)
With the NXWM OmniCity now been put into production, I wonder if we will see The Greenbus President model that was also planned? They were announced around the same time
Id say more than likely at some point, the rrp of new models is getting expensive though
Quote from: BU07 LGO on September 15, 2013, 01:55:17 PM
Id say more than likely at some point, the rrp of new models is getting expensive though
Yeah, the Northcord ones especially. I managed to get the Stagecoach London OmniCity on eBay for £45 with postage. In shops they were selling for £60
I know, I only collect the enviros and alx400 models but got the oxford hybrid for £38 which was quite good. Just the two new London ones I need now and a few alx400'
Now i'm quite aware that this forum is not really about model buses,but i have something quite interesting to say... I remember a couple of years ago where there was a Double Deck Omnicity Model on route 115, and i doubt that i'll ever be released... But as a model bus collector aswell, I'd like to show you something Corgi is going to produce next year January...
http://www.corgi.co.uk/shop/corgi-direct/corgi-catalogue-january-june-2014/the-original-omnibus-collection/om46704a-wright-eclipse-2-national-express-west-midlands-27-wolverhampton-via-goldthorn-park/
http://www.corgi.co.uk/shop/corgi-direct/corgi-catalogue-january-june-2014/the-original-omnibus-collection/om46704b-wright-eclipse-2-national-express-west-midlands-126e-dudley-via-roseville/
I did request this livery, and they will be producing this as it is officially in the cataloque for next year...
See
http://wmbusphotos.com/forum/index.php?topic=1490.30
where I only posted a few days ago that the Omnicity would be released before Christmas
Quote from: Tony on September 21, 2013, 04:41:50 PM
See
http://wmbusphotos.com/forum/index.php?topic=1490.30
where I only posted a few days ago that the Omnicity would be released before Christmas
Thanks for the photo, Tony! I really appriciate it... I came across it on my old kindle when the website changed that year...
Quote from: clayderman on September 21, 2013, 04:38:24 PM
Now i'm quite aware that this forum is not really about model buses,but i have something quite interesting to say... I remember a couple of years ago where there was a Double Deck Omnicity Model on route 115, and i doubt that i'll ever be released... But as a model bus collector aswell, I'd like to show you something Corgi is going to produce next year January...
http://www.corgi.co.uk/shop/corgi-direct/corgi-catalogue-january-june-2014/the-original-omnibus-collection/om46704a-wright-eclipse-2-national-express-west-midlands-27-wolverhampton-via-goldthorn-park/
http://www.corgi.co.uk/shop/corgi-direct/corgi-catalogue-january-june-2014/the-original-omnibus-collection/om46704b-wright-eclipse-2-national-express-west-midlands-126e-dudley-via-roseville/
I did request this livery, and they will be producing this as it is officially in the cataloque for next year...
My bad... I'm sorry, there wasn't a photo on the CMNL site and i was unaware that there was nly 2 produced for you and the producer...
Here's the 126E pic that might've inspired OOC:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/nitromatt1/8542592955/
and here's 27:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/john-s-91/7148825345/
Quote from: clayderman on September 21, 2013, 06:40:28 PM
Here's the 126E pic that might've inspired OOC:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/nitromatt1/8542592955/
and here's 27:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/john-s-91/7148825345/
Just noticed thats Matts photo! :)
Quote from: Trident 4609 on September 21, 2013, 09:11:23 PM
Quote from: clayderman on September 21, 2013, 06:40:28 PM
Here's the 126E pic that might've inspired OOC:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/nitromatt1/8542592955/
and here's 27:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/john-s-91/7148825345/
Just noticed thats Matts photo! :)
And the 27 one is mine! Would be nice if Corgi did look at them and choose the routes from our pics :)
Quote from: John on September 21, 2013, 09:21:26 PM
Quote from: Trident 4609 on September 21, 2013, 09:11:23 PM
Quote from: clayderman on September 21, 2013, 06:40:28 PM
Here's the 126E pic that might've inspired OOC:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/nitromatt1/8542592955/
and here's 27:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/john-s-91/7148825345/
Just noticed thats Matts photo! :)
And the 27 one is mine! Would be nice if Corgi did look at them and choose the routes from our pics :)
The Director of Northcord comes all the way from Hong Kong and does his own photographs for a lot of their models.
The good news is he is visiting NXWM again in 10 days time!
Quote from: Tony on September 21, 2013, 09:35:46 PM
Quote from: John on September 21, 2013, 09:21:26 PM
Quote from: Trident 4609 on September 21, 2013, 09:11:23 PM
Quote from: clayderman on September 21, 2013, 06:40:28 PM
Here's the 126E pic that might've inspired OOC:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/nitromatt1/8542592955/
and here's 27:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/john-s-91/7148825345/
Just noticed thats Matts photo! :)
And the 27 one is mine! Would be nice if Corgi did look at them and choose the routes from our pics :)
The Director of Northcord comes all the way from Hong Kong and does his own photographs for a lot of their models.
The good news is he is visiting NXWM again in 10 days time!
Wonder what he will look at. I would like a model of a Plaxton President to be done
Or a Hybrid... ;)
Quote from: Trident 4609 on September 21, 2013, 10:05:49 PM
Or a Hybrid... ;)
It would be good if they made one of each :)
I'd like a model of a BC Trident in NXWM Livery to be made
VERY UNLIKELY TO HAPPEN! But, if there was a chance to make a depot set, of up to 5 buses. I'd choose a BC Set.
Made up of:
x1 - Volvo B5L Hybrid - 22/23
x1 - Newer Enviro 400 - 24 / 60 / 900 / 957
x1 - 99 branded E200 - 99
x1 - Wright Pulsar Eclispe 2 - 29 / 29A / 98 / x64
x1 - Dennis Trident - 24 / 61 / 63
Quote from: clayderman on September 23, 2013, 09:01:02 PM
VERY UNLIKELY TO HAPPEN! But, if there was a chance to make a depot set, of up to 5 buses. I'd choose a BC Set.
Made up of:
x1 - Volvo B5L Hybrid - 22/23
x1 - Newer Enviro 400 - 24 / 60 / 900 / 957
x1 - 99 branded E200 - 99
x1 - Wright Pulsar Eclispe 2 - 29 / 29A / 98 / x64
x1 - Dennis Trident - 24 / 61 / 63
This. (Would be my ideal set as well. Good job.)
If I'm honest they need something Southern anyway. As I don't remember anything apart from the 18-route metro and 45/7 branded metro models. Anyone else know of original BC routes on a model, let me know.
I'd want a Pensnett one! Made up of..
1 x Enviro400 on 9
1 x Volvo B6LE on 244
1 x Mercedes O405N (X96-branded) on X96
1 x 823 on 276!
1 x Dennis Trident on 246
What was the destination and also fleetnumber of the Y reg TWM trident Die-Cast model.
There was 4128 (Jubilee),4396 (Travel Coventry) And a TWM one
Quote from: Trident 4609 on September 23, 2013, 09:15:09 PM
What was the destination and also fleetnumber of the Y reg TWM trident Die-Cast model.
There was 4128 (Jubilee),4396 (Travel Coventry) And a TWM one
4183, on the (now non-existence) 96 route to Chelmsley Wood, Bluebell Drive... The Reg Plate was Y707 TOH
Quote from: clayderman on September 23, 2013, 09:17:40 PM
Quote from: Trident 4609 on September 23, 2013, 09:15:09 PM
What was the destination and also fleetnumber of the Y reg TWM trident Die-Cast model.
There was 4128 (Jubilee),4396 (Travel Coventry) And a TWM one
4183, on the (now non-existence) 96 route to Chelmsley Wood, Bluebell Drive... The Reg Plate was Y707 TOH
It was 'Y787 TOH' for 4183.
Also, the Jubilee Trident was 4128 on the 51, Birmingham via Scott Arms
Quote from: clayderman on September 23, 2013, 09:17:40 PM
Quote from: Trident 4609 on September 23, 2013, 09:15:09 PM
What was the destination and also fleetnumber of the Y reg TWM trident Die-Cast model.
There was 4128 (Jubilee),4396 (Travel Coventry) And a TWM one
4183, on the (now non-existence) 96 route to Chelmsley Wood, Bluebell Drive... The Reg Plate was Y707 TOH
Y707 TOH? :o it's 787 isn't it?
Quote from: nitromatt1 on September 23, 2013, 09:20:33 PM
Quote from: clayderman on September 23, 2013, 09:17:40 PM
Quote from: Trident 4609 on September 23, 2013, 09:15:09 PM
What was the destination and also fleetnumber of the Y reg TWM trident Die-Cast model.
There was 4128 (Jubilee),4396 (Travel Coventry) And a TWM one
4183, on the (now non-existence) 96 route to Chelmsley Wood, Bluebell Drive... The Reg Plate was Y707 TOH
Y707 TOH? :o it's 787 isn't it?
My mistake... I read it off the Unofficial CMNL site and must've misread it. ::)
Here's the site:
http://www.modelbuszone.co.uk/cmnl/
I have just taken the MD of Northcord to BC where he did photos of 4899 on the 900 and 5401 on the 24 He is now off to Wolverhampton to get exterior shots of a WN hybrid on the 1
good to see more local buses but I still think a nxwm liveried trident is screaming out to be done
Quote from: BU07 LGO on October 01, 2013, 05:06:05 PM
good to see more local buses but I still think a nxwm liveried trident is screaming out to be done
Before the collapse of CMNL, there was word of a NXC liveried Trident, 4454 I think
that would be good to see, I collect all the alx400 and enviro models from all operators but would like a few more locals
Quote from: Tony on October 01, 2013, 12:59:17 PM
I have just taken the MD of Northcord to BC where he did photos of 4899 on the 900 and 5401 on the 24 He is now off to Wolverhampton to get exterior shots of a WN hybrid on the 1
Here is how 4899 & 5401 should look when the models come out
4899 http://wmbusphotos.com/NXWM/4700-4879/4899.html
5401 http://wmbusphotos.com/NXWM/5001-9959/5401.html
I still like the bottom photo on the 5401 page
Some more on my to buy list then :)
I still think we need a President Model to complete the set for double deckers
Also, I just remembered, as well as the rumours of the model of 4454, there was also rumours of a model of a Cirato Bendi in NXC livery
Quote from: John on October 01, 2013, 11:02:16 PM
Some more on my to buy list then :)
I still think we need a President Model to complete the set for double deckers
Also, I just remembered, as well as the rumours of the model of 4454, there was also rumours of a model of a Cirato Bendi in NXC livery
The Citaro bendi in Travel Coventry livery was produced, I have one off those!
I think he means the newer livery?
I agree a president would look good, I saw a code 3 that someone did themselves at wythall open day in 451 toothpaste livery and it looked spot on!
Quote from: Tony on October 01, 2013, 12:59:17 PM
I have just taken the MD of Northcord to BC where he did photos of 4899 on the 900 and 5401 on the 24 He is now off to Wolverhampton to get exterior shots of a WN hybrid on the 1
I'm getting those two when they come out :)
Quote from: Tony on October 01, 2013, 09:50:22 PM
Quote from: Tony on October 01, 2013, 12:59:17 PM
I have just taken the MD of Northcord to BC where he did photos of 4899 on the 900 and 5401 on the 24 He is now off to Wolverhampton to get exterior shots of a WN hybrid on the 1
Here is how 4899 & 5401 should look when the models come out
4899 http://wmbusphotos.com/NXWM/4700-4879/4899.html
5401 http://wmbusphotos.com/NXWM/5001-9959/5401.html
I still like the bottom photo on the 5401 page
Do you know when these will be released around?
Quote from: clayderman on October 11, 2013, 05:58:45 PM
Do you know when these will be released around?
Not until next year I would think, maybe February/March at the earliest, that is just guessing though :)
Quote from: John on October 11, 2013, 06:42:10 PM
Quote from: clayderman on October 11, 2013, 05:58:45 PM
Do you know when these will be released around?
Not until next year I would think, maybe February/March at the earliest, that is just guessing though :)
I suspect you are correct. They are waiting for the official drawings to be sent from NXWM HQ before making a couple of pre-production models for approval. I will hopefully get one of these to photograph to show on here before they go on sale
Quote from: Tony on October 11, 2013, 06:44:15 PM
Quote from: John on October 11, 2013, 06:42:10 PM
Quote from: clayderman on October 11, 2013, 05:58:45 PM
Do you know when these will be released around?
Not until next year I would think, maybe February/March at the earliest, that is just guessing though :)
I suspect you are correct. They are waiting for the official drawings to be sent from NXWM HQ before making a couple of pre-production models for approval. I will hopefully get one of these to photograph to show on here before they go on sale
Yes! I'll have a shelf full of National Express buses, possibly by November 2014! After these, i'll possibly get some London Transport or Yellow Buses (Bournemouth's RAPT Buses Company) - Who knows, if CMNL keep coming out with new NXWM buses, i'd need a NEW SHELF! ;D ;D - However, my most prized possession is a Corgi Routemaster on route 8B to Old Ford. - It's limited edition, for £74.99, but i got to snag one for around £35 at The Entertainers in BullRing Birmingham. IT HAS A WORKING BELL!!! ;D
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/176-th-scale-Resin-National-Express-West-Midlands-Volvo-B10L-bus-P129-KSL-7129-/261307756790?pt=UK_Collectables_Bus_CoachCollectables_SM&hash=item3cd727f0f6
Quote from: trident4370 on October 18, 2013, 01:21:28 AM
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/176-th-scale-Resin-National-Express-West-Midlands-Volvo-B10L-bus-P129-KSL-7129-/261307756790?pt=UK_Collectables_Bus_CoachCollectables_SM&hash=item3cd727f0f6
At £21 for the bid, i guess the person's got their money's worth! ;D
Any news of anymore future releases? NXWM or not?
Quote from: John on September 13, 2013, 04:27:44 PM
Just announced by Corgi are models of B7RLEs, are Wolverhampton 2068 on either the 27 or 126E, and Dundee 2043 on either the 28 and 29. Expected next year
http://www.modelbuszone.co.uk/ooc/releasedates/2014jan-jun_pics/om46704a.jpg
http://www.modelbuszone.co.uk/ooc/releasedates/2014jan-jun_pics/om46704a_dest.jpg
http://www.modelbuszone.co.uk/ooc/releasedates/2014jan-jun_pics/om46704b_dest.jpg
http://www.modelbuszone.co.uk/ooc/releasedates/2014jan-jun_pics/om46705a.jpg
now listed on corgi website priced at £36.99 each
http://www.corgi.co.uk/shop/corgi-direct/corgi-catalogue-january-june-2014/the-original-omnibus-collection/om46704a-wright-eclipse-2-national-express-west-midlands-27-wolverhampton-via-goldthorn-park/
http://www.corgi.co.uk/shop/corgi-direct/corgi-catalogue-january-june-2014/the-original-omnibus-collection/om46704b-wright-eclipse-2-national-express-west-midlands-126e-dudley-via-roseville/
http://www.corgi.co.uk/shop/corgi-direct/corgi-catalogue-january-june-2014/the-original-omnibus-collection/om46705a-wright-eclipse-2-national-express-dundee-28-douglas-via-arbroath-road/
http://www.corgi.co.uk/shop/corgi-direct/corgi-catalogue-january-june-2014/the-original-omnibus-collection/om46705b-wright-eclipse-2-national-express-dundee-29-charleston-via-city-centre/
£32 here ;)
http://www.ehattons.com/stocklist/results.aspx?searchfield=eclipse wright
They still haven't fixed the "Dudely" spelling on the 126E one!
They probably would have done by the time the production ones are released.
Quote from: nitromatt1 on November 05, 2013, 06:18:34 PM
They still haven't fixed the "Dudely" spelling on the 126E one!
Corgi have spelt Dudley right on the webpage for that model.
Also, has anyone else noticed that the Dundee model of the 29, Charleston via City Centre, has route number 28 on both destinations, where one should be 28 and the other 29. Again the webpages state the true route numbers
Quote from: John on November 05, 2013, 08:40:21 PM
Quote from: nitromatt1 on November 05, 2013, 06:18:34 PM
They still haven't fixed the "Dudely" spelling on the 126E one!
Corgi have spelt Dudley right on the webpage for that model.
Also, has anyone else noticed that the Dundee model of the 29, Charleston via City Centre, has route number 28 on both destinations, where one should be 28 and the other 29. Again the webpages state the true route numbers
In the image preview, it shows "Dudely 126E".
Quote from: nitromatt1 on November 05, 2013, 08:43:36 PM
In the image preview, it shows "Dudely 126E".
On the picture of just the display for the 126E, Dudley is spelt wrong, on the picture of the full bus it spells Dudley right, also on the webpage it is spelt right
Releated to the NX models out next year of 2043 and 2068, here is a pic of the front end of Corgi's Urban 2 model on a preproduction model, the first pic I've seen.
http://www.britishmodelbuses.com/LargeImages/CorgiOOC3/OM46702_Wright%20Eclipse%202_Bus%20Eireann_N_PP_Large.jpg
Quote from: John on November 26, 2013, 05:26:41 PM
Releated to the NX models out next year of 2043 and 2068, here is a pic of the front end of Corgi's Urban 2 model on a preproduction model, the first pic I've seen.
http://www.britishmodelbuses.com/LargeImages/CorgiOOC3/OM46702_Wright%20Eclipse%202_Bus%20Eireann_N_PP_Large.jpg
They look alright. Can't wait for the pre-production pics of the NX ones!
Corgi seem to be upping the game now and closer to cmnl standard!
Who remembers this? It was a brief production of B6 resin models before discontinuing a few years back... I really wanted one, but never got to it. :(
I do, Clayderman. I had one on order from CFS Model shop (Rednal, local) but the stock never came in. I asked for my £47 back for sure.
Quote from: Liverpool Street on December 09, 2013, 08:33:13 PM
I do, Clayderman. I had one on order from CFS Model shop (Rednal, local) but the stock never came in. I asked for my £47 back for sure.
I feel the same about the Arriva Midlands X38 Optare Versa resin models I pre-ordered of TTC Diecast's website. They were out earlier this month, but have not heard off them. I only had to pay a penny to register my debit card but don't think I will ever see them >:(
Whilst poking 'round the net for a new display picture, (an Enviro 400) I stumbled upon this... It's an 1/24 scale model of the vehicle. Not NX, but the resemblance is uncanny, nontheless! The pic is followed by many more buses to this scale, the last, my favourite... (A 1:24 scale MCW Metrobus in CMB livery and working blinds)
http://www.cybermodelers.com/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?f=3&t=26
If you want a good deal on 2014 Corgis look at www.ywbc.co.uk. Best prices I've seen.
Quote from: John on December 09, 2013, 08:41:32 PM
Quote from: Liverpool Street on December 09, 2013, 08:33:13 PM
I do, Clayderman. I had one on order from CFS Model shop (Rednal, local) but the stock never came in. I asked for my £47 back for sure.
I feel the same about the Arriva Midlands X38 Optare Versa resin models I pre-ordered of TTC Diecast's website. They were out earlier this month, but have not heard off them. I only had to pay a penny to register my debit card but don't think I will ever see them >:(
TTC diecast seem pretty decent usually, have you emailed them? and ive finally got every Enviro 400 model ever released :D
Quote from: clayderman on December 09, 2013, 10:47:04 PM
Whilst poking 'round the net for a new display picture, (an Enviro 400) I stumbled upon this... It's an 1/24 scale model of the vehicle. Not NX, but the resemblance is uncanny, nontheless! The pic is followed by many more buses to this scale, the last, my favourite... (A 1:24 scale MCW Metrobus in CMB livery and working blinds)
http://www.cybermodelers.com/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?f=3&t=26
Website doesn't work for me but are those models Radio Controlled?
Quote from: BU07 LGO on December 10, 2013, 02:11:12 PM
Quote from: John on December 09, 2013, 08:41:32 PM
Quote from: Liverpool Street on December 09, 2013, 08:33:13 PM
I do, Clayderman. I had one on order from CFS Model shop (Rednal, local) but the stock never came in. I asked for my £47 back for sure.
I feel the same about the Arriva Midlands X38 Optare Versa resin models I pre-ordered of TTC Diecast's website. They were out earlier this month, but have not heard off them. I only had to pay a penny to register my debit card but don't think I will ever see them >:(
TTC diecast seem pretty decent usually, have you emailed them? and ive finally got every Enviro 400 model ever released :D
With my brief dealings with TTC, I've never had a problem. But saying that I've never pre-ordered from them so that could distigush a difference.
Quote from: Liverpool Street on December 10, 2013, 03:51:24 PM
Quote from: clayderman on December 09, 2013, 10:47:04 PM
Whilst poking 'round the net for a new display picture, (an Enviro 400) I stumbled upon this... It's an 1/24 scale model of the vehicle. Not NX, but the resemblance is uncanny, nontheless! The pic is followed by many more buses to this scale, the last, my favourite... (A 1:24 scale MCW Metrobus in CMB livery and working blinds)
http://www.cybermodelers.com/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?f=3&t=26
Website doesn't work for me but are those models Radio Controlled?
Quote from: BU07 LGO on December 10, 2013, 02:11:12 PM
Quote from: John on December 09, 2013, 08:41:32 PM
Quote from: Liverpool Street on December 09, 2013, 08:33:13 PM
I do, Clayderman. I had one on order from CFS Model shop (Rednal, local) but the stock never came in. I asked for my £47 back for sure.
I feel the same about the Arriva Midlands X38 Optare Versa resin models I pre-ordered of TTC Diecast's website. They were out earlier this month, but have not heard off them. I only had to pay a penny to register my debit card but don't think I will ever see them >:(
TTC diecast seem pretty decent usually, have you emailed them? and ive finally got every Enviro 400 model ever released :D
With my brief dealings with TTC, I've never had a problem. But saying that I've never pre-ordered from them so that could distigush a difference.
The model was on display... I don't think it is RC but the doors were open. (Manually opened doors, presumably...)
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Creative-Master-Alexander-Royale-Travel-WM-Bus-vehicle-PRO-WEATHERED-LOOK-OO-/400622245205?pt=UK_Trains_Railway_Models&hash=item5d46f25555
wonder how much they would want to weather one of my 4718 models?
Quote from: BU07 LGO on December 10, 2013, 11:19:15 PM
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Creative-Master-Alexander-Royale-Travel-WM-Bus-vehicle-PRO-WEATHERED-LOOK-OO-/400622245205?pt=UK_Trains_Railway_Models&hash=item5d46f25555
wonder how much they would want to weather one of my 4718 models?
There's a whole host of market opportunities there in their quest to add 'realism' to model buses. They could offer window etching, mis-matched or unpainted panels, even a badly applied vinyl wrap that's starting to come off. Bet they could never make a model of 4351 look as sh*t as the real thing though.
Quote from: Mike K on December 10, 2013, 11:27:09 PM
Quote from: BU07 LGO on December 10, 2013, 11:19:15 PM
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Creative-Master-Alexander-Royale-Travel-WM-Bus-vehicle-PRO-WEATHERED-LOOK-OO-/400622245205?pt=UK_Trains_Railway_Models&hash=item5d46f25555
wonder how much they would want to weather one of my 4718 models?
There's a whole host of market opportunities there in their quest to add 'realism' to model buses. They could offer window etching, mis-matched or unpainted panels, even a badly applied vinyl wrap that's starting to come off. Bet they could never make a model of 4351 look as sh*t as the real thing though.
Haha, you're not far wrong there Mike!!
I wonder how its done though? I expect its not real dirt but a lightly sprayed dark colour in all the right places. (Or in 4351's case, the wrong places)
http://www.corgi.co.uk/search/?q=OM46701&utm_campaign=Corgi_Newsletter108_187226&utm_medium=Email&utm_source=CM_hornby-corgi
OOC Wright Eclipse 2's in Bournemouth's More livery is out now... on services M1 & M2 - And might i say, they look fab! I've seen this buses in real life before, and will probably pick on up, along with the NX 126E Model...
Tony, have they started to produce the Scania Omnicity's yet?
Ive been speaking to Danny Chan's son, he said they're expected January
Quote from: BU07 LGO on December 14, 2013, 01:51:58 PM
Ive been speaking to Danny Chan's son, he said they're expected January
Oh, Okay... Thanks! ;D
http://www.modelbuszone.co.uk/ooc/
FULL PRODUCTION PICTURES OF 'More' FROM BOURNEMOUTH & POOLE.
Find: Confirmed Releases (Dated: 12 December)
Quote from: clayderman on December 17, 2013, 06:56:14 PM
http://www.modelbuszone.co.uk/ooc/
FULL PRODUCTION PICTURES OF 'More' FROM BOURNEMOUTH & POOLE.
Find: Confirmed Releases (Dated: 12 December)
Looks like corgi are finally upping their game!
Went in Ian Allan today. They are selling a model that someone has painted themselves of 4780 on the 115, for £35. When I first saw it, I first thought it had been released, then I thought it was a pre-production model, but on closer inspection, it was a repaint of UKBUS9003 (YN08 OBP), the rear numberplate still read this. Quite a crude repaint, but not a bad attempt
Quote from: John on December 21, 2013, 06:08:28 PM
Went in Ian Allan today. They are selling a model that someone has painted themselves of 4780 on the 115, for £35. When I first saw it, I first thought it had been released, then I thought it was a pre-production model, but on closer inspection, it was a repaint of UKBUS9003 (YN08 OBP), the rear numberplate still read this. Quite a crude repaint, but not a bad attempt
Im looking for ukbus9001 if you ever see it?
Thanks
New NB4L Model from GoAhead London - to be set as a dual destination bus on route 11:
First one: '11 to Fulham Broadway'
Second One: '11 to Liverpool Street'
Third bus in production to not feature a West End show on advertisement.
EDIT:
'11 to Liverpool Street' is the First of the Two variant - OM46610A
'11 to Fulham Broadway' is the second variant - OM46610B
Photo Credit to Corgi
Quote from: BU07 LGO on December 22, 2013, 11:29:48 PM
Im looking for ukbus9001 if you ever see it?
Thanks
One came on ebay yesterday, just missing a nearside mirror
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/CMNL-Northcord-UKBUS-9001-East-London-Scania-Omnicity-Stagecoach-FAULT-/141150150844?pt=UK_ToysGames_DiecastVehicles_DiecastVehicles_JN&hash=item20dd3460bc
Quote from: clayderman on December 27, 2013, 06:50:40 PM
New NB4L Model from GoAhead London - to be set as a dual destination bus on route 11:
First one: '11 to Fulham Broadway'
Second One: '11 to Liverpool Street'
Third bus in production to not feature a West End show on advertisement.
I must get the second one...
Quote from: Liverpool Street on December 27, 2013, 10:07:16 PM
Quote from: clayderman on December 27, 2013, 06:50:40 PM
New NB4L Model from GoAhead London - to be set as a dual destination bus on route 11:
First one: '11 to Fulham Broadway'
Second One: '11 to Liverpool Street'
Third bus in production to not feature a West End show on advertisement.
I must get the second one...
I'd want the Liverpool Street one too, or one of the 24's to Parliament Square...*
*This has been mentioned on the Corgi's FB page - It shows one on route to Fulham Broadway though.
ALSO, Has anybody been to WHSmith's in the City Centre recently? They have a mini ModelZone Shop near the old checkouts near the back of the first floor. So far, only model buses I've seen were a set of two old London Buses - one of them's a AEC Regent, I think...
Quote from: clayderman on December 29, 2013, 09:06:38 PM
ALSO, Has anybody been to WHSmith's in the City Centre recently? They have a mini ModelZone Shop near the old checkouts near the back of the first floor. So far, only model buses I've seen were a set of two old London Buses - one of them's a AEC Regent, I think...
Yeah, I went in on Boxing Day after seeing ModelZone posters on the Union Street entrance. They did not have much, but it is nice to see them still around, with staff out of the Bull Street store. I wonder if any other larger WH Smiths stores will have them in
Quote from: John on December 29, 2013, 09:10:30 PM
Quote from: clayderman on December 29, 2013, 09:06:38 PM
ALSO, Has anybody been to WHSmith's in the City Centre recently? They have a mini ModelZone Shop near the old checkouts near the back of the first floor. So far, only model buses I've seen were a set of two old London Buses - one of them's a AEC Regent, I think...
Yeah, I went in on Boxing Day after seeing ModelZone posters on the Union Street entrance. They did not have much, but it is nice to see them still around, with staff out of the Bull Street store. I wonder if any other larger WH Smiths stores will have them in
One day this week I'll go and have a look
Quote from: John on December 29, 2013, 09:10:30 PM
Yeah, I went in on Boxing Day after seeing ModelZone posters on the Union Street entrance. They did not have much, but it is nice to see them still around, with staff out of the Bull Street store. I wonder if any other larger WH Smiths stores will have them in
WH Smith have opened 10 ModelZones in their branches to date and are also selling on-line. Details are at http://www.whsmith.co.uk/brands/modelzone/home (http://www.whsmith.co.uk/brands/modelzone/home)
Quote from: Roy on December 29, 2013, 09:25:49 PM
Quote from: John on December 29, 2013, 09:10:30 PM
Yeah, I went in on Boxing Day after seeing ModelZone posters on the Union Street entrance. They did not have much, but it is nice to see them still around, with staff out of the Bull Street store. I wonder if any other larger WH Smiths stores will have them in
WH Smith have opened 10 ModelZones in their branches to date and are also selling on-line. Details are at http://www.whsmith.co.uk/brands/modelzone/home (http://www.whsmith.co.uk/brands/modelzone/home)
I wonder if Solihull's Branch will get a Mini ModelZone Shop
Quote from: John on December 27, 2013, 06:59:11 PM
Quote from: BU07 LGO on December 22, 2013, 11:29:48 PM
Im looking for ukbus9001 if you ever see it?
Thanks
One came on ebay yesterday, just missing a nearside mirror
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/CMNL-Northcord-UKBUS-9001-East-London-Scania-Omnicity-Stagecoach-FAULT-/141150150844?pt=UK_ToysGames_DiecastVehicles_DiecastVehicles_JN&hash=item20dd3460bc
Thanks for that but that's actually mine! I like them all to be perfect but unfortunately it was delivered minus a mirror so im looking for another :( the seller refunded me half anyway
Quote from: BU07 LGO on December 30, 2013, 12:13:05 AM
Thanks for that but that's actually mine! I like them all to be perfect but unfortunately it was delivered minus a mirror so im looking for another :( the seller refunded me half anyway
I know how you feel about them been perfect. I have had to glue a few mirrors back on, but they have fell off in my cabinet. I'm exactly the same, even the boxes all have to have the outer packaging and certificate for the model :)
Quote from: John on December 30, 2013, 09:13:57 AM
Quote from: BU07 LGO on December 30, 2013, 12:13:05 AM
Thanks for that but that's actually mine! I like them all to be perfect but unfortunately it was delivered minus a mirror so im looking for another :( the seller refunded me half anyway
I know how you feel about them been perfect. I have had to glue a few mirrors back on, but they have fell off in my cabinet. I'm exactly the same, even the boxes all have to have the outer packaging and certificate for the model :)
It seems to be a particular problem with Northcord buses, I have several hundred EFE and Britbus
models with mirrors and have never had one come off. Corgi mirrors will come off but need a good knock to do it.
I know, i like to display them and store the box somewhere but ive got too many now and not enough space!
Anybody else disappointed with the new packaging and no certificates? I think the descriptions on the boxes made the model :(
Quote from: BU07 LGO on December 30, 2013, 02:55:40 PM
Anybody else disappointed with the new packaging and no certificates? I think the descriptions on the boxes made the model :(
Yeah I am, with the newest CMNL ones (with the brown generic boxes), you don't get the certificates with them. I have a number of those, Magicbus Manchester Trident, Arriva Merseyside Enviro400 and the open top Stagecoach Cumbria Trident are ones I can remember.
The only new Northcord Model I have at the minute is of the Stagecoach London OmniCity, and that has a certificate. Are the rest of the new Northcord ones supplied with certificates?
Quote from: John on December 30, 2013, 03:03:48 PM
Quote from: BU07 LGO on December 30, 2013, 02:55:40 PM
Anybody else disappointed with the new packaging and no certificates? I think the descriptions on the boxes made the model :(
Yeah I am, with the newest CMNL ones (with the brown generic boxes), you don't get the certificates with them. I have a number of those, Magicbus Manchester Trident, Arriva Merseyside Enviro400 and the open top Stagecoach Cumbria Trident are ones I can remember.
The only new Northcord Model I have at the minute is of the Stagecoach London OmniCity, and that has a certificate. Are the rest of the new Northcord ones supplied with certificates?
John what's on the blind of the omnicity?
Quote from: Dylan4579 on December 30, 2013, 03:11:40 PM
John what's on the blind of the omnicity?
The Stagecoach London one is on the 48 to London Bridge. UKBUS9010
Quote from: John on December 30, 2013, 03:03:48 PM
Quote from: BU07 LGO on December 30, 2013, 02:55:40 PM
Anybody else disappointed with the new packaging and no certificates? I think the descriptions on the boxes made the model :(
Yeah I am, with the newest CMNL ones (with the brown generic boxes), you don't get the certificates with them. I have a number of those, Magicbus Manchester Trident, Arriva Merseyside Enviro400 and the open top Stagecoach Cumbria Trident are ones I can remember.
The only new Northcord Model I have at the minute is of the Stagecoach London OmniCity, and that has a certificate. Are the rest of the new Northcord ones supplied with certificates?
I know the later cmnl ones in the brown packaging you can't see the top half because it's covered by the box
I've got ukbus6034, 6035, 6039 and 6043 and none have certificates :(
Quote from: BU07 LGO on December 30, 2013, 09:38:44 PM
Quote from: John on December 30, 2013, 03:03:48 PM
Quote from: BU07 LGO on December 30, 2013, 02:55:40 PM
Anybody else disappointed with the new packaging and no certificates? I think the descriptions on the boxes made the model :(
Yeah I am, with the newest CMNL ones (with the brown generic boxes), you don't get the certificates with them. I have a number of those, Magicbus Manchester Trident, Arriva Merseyside Enviro400 and the open top Stagecoach Cumbria Trident are ones I can remember.
The only new Northcord Model I have at the minute is of the Stagecoach London OmniCity, and that has a certificate. Are the rest of the new Northcord ones supplied with certificates?
I know the later cmnl ones in the brown packaging you can't see the top half because it's covered by the box
I've got ukbus6034, 6035, 6039 and 6043 and none have certificates :(
Are they of limited production though?
Anyone know if there is a model available of a Leyland Fleetline in West Midlands travel colours (the later blue/grey/red stripe livery) as would really like one? Always thought EFE would produce one but have never seen one.
Quote from: j789 on December 30, 2013, 09:54:52 PM
Anyone know if there is a model available of a Leyland Fleetline in West Midlands travel colours (the later blue/grey/red stripe livery) as would really like one? Always thought EFE would produce one but have never seen one.
There's a few code 3's knocking about I know of.
Cheers.
Shame they don't do a 90s pack of a Metro, Fleetline, National and lynx! Now that would be something.
Quote from: j789 on December 30, 2013, 10:22:20 PM
Cheers.
Shame they don't do a 90s pack of a Metro, Fleetline, National and lynx! Now that would be something.
Was I imagining or isn't there a GM (Greater Mancs Buses) one from that era?
Quote from: Liverpool Street on December 30, 2013, 09:42:24 PM
Quote from: BU07 LGO on December 30, 2013, 09:38:44 PM
Quote from: John on December 30, 2013, 03:03:48 PM
Quote from: BU07 LGO on December 30, 2013, 02:55:40 PM
Anybody else disappointed with the new packaging and no certificates? I think the descriptions on the boxes made the model :(
Yeah I am, with the newest CMNL ones (with the brown generic boxes), you don't get the certificates with them. I have a number of those, Magicbus Manchester Trident, Arriva Merseyside Enviro400 and the open top Stagecoach Cumbria Trident are ones I can remember.
The only new Northcord Model I have at the minute is of the Stagecoach London OmniCity, and that has a certificate. Are the rest of the new Northcord ones supplied with certificates?
I know the later cmnl ones in the brown packaging you can't see the top half because it's covered by the box
I've got ukbus6034, 6035, 6039 and 6043 and none have certificates :(
Are they of limited production though?
Yes, it just says 1 of 504 on the plastic plinth
http://www.modelbuszone.co.uk/
Theres a review of the mk2 b7rle model on there
A few new additions since my last pictures
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I have two!
1) Wright Crusader Liberator B10 (branded Line 33), 1412, P412 EJW. It is in Travel West Midlands livery. Bought it for £22.49 ex p&p.
2) Wright Eclipse Gemini (branded Line 33), 4477, BJ03 EWH. It is in Travel West Midlands livery. Bought it for £29.99 ex p&p.
Quote from: P419 EJW on December 31, 2013, 07:42:49 PM
I have two!
1) Wright Crusader Liberator B10 (branded Line 33), 1412, P412 EJW. It is in Travel West Midlands livery. Bought it for £22.49 ex p&p.
2) Wright Eclipse Gemini (branded Line 33), 4477, BJ03 EWH. It is in Travel West Midlands livery. Bought it for £29.99 ex p&p.
No wonder your forum name is!
Favourite route 33 per chance? Hah, fair play Liam
Quote from: Liverpool Street on December 31, 2013, 07:51:22 PM
Quote from: P419 EJW on December 31, 2013, 07:42:49 PM
I have two!
1) Wright Crusader Liberator B10 (branded Line 33), 1412, P412 EJW. It is in Travel West Midlands livery. Bought it for £22.49 ex p&p.
2) Wright Eclipse Gemini (branded Line 33), 4477, BJ03 EWH. It is in Travel West Midlands livery. Bought it for £29.99 ex p&p.
No wonder your forum name is!
Favourite route 33 per chance? Hah, fair play Liam
Haha! I like the brand design of Line 33, not favourite route though. 😜 I was looking for a model of a B6 but it seemed they were discontinued. Was rather sad as I would love to have a TWM B6 model.
You know what model I'd like to see? The Enviro 200's, not on any particular route, but it would be nice to have had them made... Also, I can't wait to see the pre - production models of 4899 & 5401! - Definitely getting 5401, Service 24 is by far my favourite BC route... I might consider getting 4899, as it would be a take on the new bus liveries...
http://glostransporthistory.visit-gloucestershire.co.uk/mellor_ATeam.htm
Very interesting code 3's there!!
AMENDED MODEL DETAILS FROM CORGI
Corgi have today announced a change of details to a previously announced model as follows:
"there has been a slight amendment to the destination boards of OM46704A/B Wright Eclipse 2, National Express West Midlands.
OM46704A will read – 27 Wolverhampton via Gornal Wood
OM46704B will read – 27 Dudley via Gornal Wood"
A shame as I wanted the 126E one as well! :(
Have a look at this. New Tooling for the Wright Eclipse Gemini 2:
http://corgi.tumblr.com/post/72070071134/new-year-new-shots-off-tooling-at-corgi-hq
Quote from: clayderman on January 04, 2014, 06:37:33 PM
Have a look at this. New Tooling for the Wright Eclipse Gemini 2:
http://corgi.tumblr.com/post/72070071134/new-year-new-shots-off-tooling-at-corgi-hq
That is impressive. A great improvement from the older Gemini 1 models. I will be certainty getting the Metroline model
I got the East Lothian Urban 2 model today, and that is a fantastic also, my first time seeing the new casting for real. It is a vast improvement from the Urban 1 models
The destination details of this model have been amended, see www.britishmodelbuses.com
"there has been a slight amendment to the destination boards of OM46704A/B Wright Eclipse 2, National Express West Midlands.
OM46704A will read – 27 Wolverhampton via Gornal Wood
OM46704B will read – 27 Dudley via Gornal Wood"
todays new additions
UKBUS9006 - London United Omnicity
UKBUS9010 - Stagecoach London Omnicity
Quote from: BU07 LGO on January 07, 2014, 08:34:00 PM
todays new additions
UKBUS9006 - London United Omnicity
UKBUS9010 - Stagecoach London Omnicity
I got the Commisioned OOC Dublin Bus B9TL Gemini Model today, and another NBfL model
Quote from: John on January 07, 2014, 08:42:33 PM
Quote from: BU07 LGO on January 07, 2014, 08:34:00 PM
todays new additions
UKBUS9006 - London United Omnicity
UKBUS9010 - Stagecoach London Omnicity
I got the Commisioned OOC Dublin Bus B9TL Gemini Model today, and another NBfL model
Have you got a picture of the gem?
Quote from: BU07 LGO on January 07, 2014, 11:05:27 PM
Quote from: John on January 07, 2014, 08:42:33 PM
Quote from: BU07 LGO on January 07, 2014, 08:34:00 PM
todays new additions
UKBUS9006 - London United Omnicity
UKBUS9010 - Stagecoach London Omnicity
I got the Commisioned OOC Dublin Bus B9TL Gemini Model today, and another NBfL model
Have you got a picture of the gem?
Thanks that looks nice, im really liking the new corgi models. Ive only got CMNL at the moment but will be tempted to get some corgi in the future
I've decided today that I might take up painting Code 3's in my spare time... A trick my mother taught me was: if you'e painting near any windows, use sticky tape/masking tape - so they don't go onto it... I've tend to do this more recently any it works perfectly! Unless the windows aren't etched, then it might take off some paint. Masking tape wouldn't much though!
I'm tempted to get a Bus Eireann Wright Eclipse 2 just for a treatment of code 3. :) ;)
Quote from: clayderman on January 11, 2014, 08:45:00 PM
I've decided today that I might take up painting Code 3's in my spare time... A trick my mother taught me was: if you'e painting near any windows, use sticky tape/masking tape - so they don't go onto it... I've tend to do this more recently any it works perfectly! Unless the windows aren't etched, then it might take off some paint. Masking tape wouldn't much though!
I'm tempted to get a Bus Eireann Wright Eclipse 2 just for a treatment of code 3. :) ;)
I'm a fan of Code 3's done properly. Free hand all the way with no brush strokes.
It always struck me as very bizarre why there has never been (to my knowledge) a model of a standard post 1971 Park Royal/Mcw bodied standard PTE Fleetline. Could never understand why the ex London DMS Fleetlines 55** sequence were chosen as models in favour of the predominate standard Fleetline. Seems crackers to me. Anyone else agree? Craig ;-)
Quote from: craighu on January 11, 2014, 11:23:13 PM
It always struck me as very bizarre why there has never been (to my knowledge) a model of a standard post 1971 Park Royal/Mcw bodied standard PTE Fleetline. Could never understand why the ex London DMS Fleetlines 55** sequence were chosen as models in favour of the predominate standard Fleetline. Seems crackers to me. Anyone else agree? Craig ;-)
A no-brainer really. EFE had the DMS casting, which guarantees LT sales as well as the multitude of second hand liveries (as per the WMPTE 55xx). I doubt any of the majors will touch the WMPTE 'standard', though would love to be proved wrong.
Quote from: Liverpool Street on January 11, 2014, 08:48:00 PM
Quote from: clayderman on January 11, 2014, 08:45:00 PM
I've decided today that I might take up painting Code 3's in my spare time... A trick my mother taught me was: if you'e painting near any windows, use sticky tape/masking tape - so they don't go onto it... I've tend to do this more recently any it works perfectly! Unless the windows aren't etched, then it might take off some paint. Masking tape wouldn't much though!
I'm tempted to get a Bus Eireann Wright Eclipse 2 just for a treatment of code 3. :) ;)
I'm a fan of Code 3's done properly. Free hand all the way with no brush strokes.
Might post pics, you never know... But can't promise no brush strokes :) lol. It'll certainly be trial and error before I can perfect this - but I have two practice pieces to do before I continue with this project. Both Dennis dart and Optare solos been given a black paint treatment - ready for white repaint before final livery! :-D
Quote from: clayderman on January 11, 2014, 08:45:00 PM
I've decided today that I might take up painting Code 3's in my spare time... A trick my mother taught me was: if you'e painting near any windows, use sticky tape/masking tape - so they don't go onto it... I've tend to do this more recently any it works perfectly! Unless the windows aren't etched, then it might take off some paint. Masking tape wouldn't much though!
I'm tempted to get a Bus Eireann Wright Eclipse 2 just for a treatment of code 3. :) ;)
I would certainly like to see the results of your efforts. I used to do loads of West Midlands code 3s and surprised myself how good some of them looked. I sold all 300 in the end, but wish I had kept a few now. Good luck with it.
Quote from: clayderman on January 12, 2014, 12:26:33 AM
Both Dennis dart and Optare solos been given a black paint treatment - ready for white repaint before final livery! :-D
White over black? With respect, you're better priming with a mid grey undercoat. To get a decent white livery on top of black you'll need several coats, which is not only time consuming, it will result in a thick paint finish that will obscure detail.
You would be advised to dismantle the model and strip the factory finish by immersing the metal body only in brake fluid, Model Strip or equivalent to remove the original paint.
Quote from: The Real 4778 on January 13, 2014, 10:41:57 AM
Quote from: clayderman on January 12, 2014, 12:26:33 AM
Both Dennis dart and Optare solos been given a black paint treatment - ready for white repaint before final livery! :-D
White over black? With respect, you're better priming with a mid grey undercoat. To get a decent white livery on top of black you'll need several coats, which is not only time consuming, it will result in a thick paint finish that will obscure detail.
You would be advised to dismantle the model and strip the factory finish by immersing the metal body only in brake fluid, Model Strip or equivalent to remove the original paint.
Dismantle the body... easier said then done!
The cmnl tridents are quite easy to strip
Quote from: BU07 LGO on January 13, 2014, 05:32:07 PM
The cmnl tridents are quite easy to strip
Meh. I'd rather paint metal then cmnl plastic anyway.
Corgi ones are a bit more difficult.
Pre production models:
I have to admit, the overall look is lovely, however, the front does seem to look a bit fat and flat! And they seemed to be using the wrong 'font' on the display... I'm sure that's what the tridents show...
http://www.corgi.co.uk/shop/corgi-direct/corgi-catalogue-january-june-2014/the-original-omnibus-collection/om46704a-wright-eclipse-2-national-express-west-midlands-27-wolverhampton-via-goldthorn-park/
Quote from: clayderman on January 28, 2014, 12:04:57 AM
Pre production models:
I have to admit, the overall look is lovely, however, the front does seem to look a bit fat and flat! And they seemed to be using the wrong 'font' on the display... I'm sure that's what the tridents show...
http://www.corgi.co.uk/shop/corgi-direct/corgi-catalogue-january-june-2014/the-original-omnibus-collection/om46704a-wright-eclipse-2-national-express-west-midlands-27-wolverhampton-via-goldthorn-park/
I have the Lothian Urban 2 model, and the front is a lot better in real than in the pictures
I have seen the detailed pictures of the wilts and dorset eclipse 2 and that looks quite impressive!
I think you bought my ukbus6017 on ebay john?
I think the NXWM eclipse looks great. Just a shame that with the current fare increases, it's immediately out of date before it's even released.
Quote from: BU07 LGO on January 28, 2014, 12:39:59 PM
I think you bought my ukbus6017 on ebay john?
Yes I did, looking at the pics of it you linked to on here ;D
Quote from: John on January 28, 2014, 08:41:44 PM
Quote from: BU07 LGO on January 28, 2014, 12:39:59 PM
I think you bought my ukbus6017 on ebay john?
Yes I did, looking at the pics of it you linked to on here ;D
Glad you got it ok, I was going to message you and offer to drop it around to save you the postage but was a bit shy lol
Quote from: John on December 09, 2013, 08:41:32 PM
Quote from: Liverpool Street on December 09, 2013, 08:33:13 PM
I do, Clayderman. I had one on order from CFS Model shop (Rednal, local) but the stock never came in. I asked for my £47 back for sure.
I feel the same about the Arriva Midlands X38 Optare Versa resin models I pre-ordered of TTC Diecast's website. They were out earlier this month, but have not heard off them. I only had to pay a penny to register my debit card but don't think I will ever see them >:(
Finally heard of TTC this week, so should have them towards the end of next week. :D :D
I have also pre-ordered the model of Spectra 4010 (on the 79)
My latest addition is ukbus5106
http://www.modelbuszone.co.uk/cmnl/sd/5100/ukbus5106.htm
Quote from: John on January 31, 2014, 05:14:07 PM
Quote from: John on December 09, 2013, 08:41:32 PM
Quote from: Liverpool Street on December 09, 2013, 08:33:13 PM
I do, Clayderman. I had one on order from CFS Model shop (Rednal, local) but the stock never came in. I asked for my £47 back for sure.
I feel the same about the Arriva Midlands X38 Optare Versa resin models I pre-ordered of TTC Diecast's website. They were out earlier this month, but have not heard off them. I only had to pay a penny to register my debit card but don't think I will ever see them >:(
Finally heard of TTC this week, so should have them towards the end of next week. :D :D
I have also pre-ordered the model of Spectra 4010 (on the 79)
Received them yesterday. Worth the high price tag, a lot more detailed than CNML models, both inside and out. Can't wait for 4010
Quote from: John on February 11, 2014, 05:02:55 PM
Quote from: John on January 31, 2014, 05:14:07 PM
Quote from: John on December 09, 2013, 08:41:32 PM
Quote from: Liverpool Street on December 09, 2013, 08:33:13 PM
I do, Clayderman. I had one on order from CFS Model shop (Rednal, local) but the stock never came in. I asked for my £47 back for sure.
I feel the same about the Arriva Midlands X38 Optare Versa resin models I pre-ordered of TTC Diecast's website. They were out earlier this month, but have not heard off them. I only had to pay a penny to register my debit card but don't think I will ever see them >:(
Finally heard of TTC this week, so should have them towards the end of next week. :D :D
I have also pre-ordered the model of Spectra 4010 (on the 79)
Received them yesterday. Worth the high price tag, a lot more detailed than CNML models, both inside and out. Can't wait for 4010
Which ones did you receive, John? Not the NX Spectra for sure?
Quote from: John on February 11, 2014, 05:02:55 PM
Quote from: John on January 31, 2014, 05:14:07 PM
Quote from: John on December 09, 2013, 08:41:32 PM
Quote from: Liverpool Street on December 09, 2013, 08:33:13 PM
I do, Clayderman. I had one on order from CFS Model shop (Rednal, local) but the stock never came in. I asked for my £47 back for sure.
I feel the same about the Arriva Midlands X38 Optare Versa resin models I pre-ordered of TTC Diecast's website. They were out earlier this month, but have not heard off them. I only had to pay a penny to register my debit card but don't think I will ever see them >:(
Finally heard of TTC this week, so should have them towards the end of next week. :D :D
I have also pre-ordered the model of Spectra 4010 (on the 79)
Received them yesterday. Worth the high price tag, a lot more detailed than CNML models, both inside and out. Can't wait for 4010
TTC was selling the Versas at the Manchester Christmas cracker at the beginning of December so he took his time to deliver. Someone I know bought the pair so they were not just for show.
Quote from: Liverpool Street on February 11, 2014, 06:06:11 PM
Quote from: John on February 11, 2014, 05:02:55 PM
Quote from: John on January 31, 2014, 05:14:07 PM
Quote from: John on December 09, 2013, 08:41:32 PM
Quote from: Liverpool Street on December 09, 2013, 08:33:13 PM
I do, Clayderman. I had one on order from CFS Model shop (Rednal, local) but the stock never came in. I asked for my £47 back for sure.
I feel the same about the Arriva Midlands X38 Optare Versa resin models I pre-ordered of TTC Diecast's website. They were out earlier this month, but have not heard off them. I only had to pay a penny to register my debit card but don't think I will ever see them >:(
Finally heard of TTC this week, so should have them towards the end of next week. :D :D
I have also pre-ordered the model of Spectra 4010 (on the 79)
Received them yesterday. Worth the high price tag, a lot more detailed than CNML models, both inside and out. Can't wait for 4010
Which ones did you receive, John? Not the NX Spectra for sure?
Sorry I should have said ;), I got both of the X38 Optare Versas, one branded and the other unbranded. I think the Spectra is not out until later this year
Quote from: filbus1 on February 11, 2014, 07:47:28 PM
Quote from: John on February 11, 2014, 05:02:55 PM
Quote from: John on January 31, 2014, 05:14:07 PM
Quote from: John on December 09, 2013, 08:41:32 PM
Quote from: Liverpool Street on December 09, 2013, 08:33:13 PM
I do, Clayderman. I had one on order from CFS Model shop (Rednal, local) but the stock never came in. I asked for my £47 back for sure.
I feel the same about the Arriva Midlands X38 Optare Versa resin models I pre-ordered of TTC Diecast's website. They were out earlier this month, but have not heard off them. I only had to pay a penny to register my debit card but don't think I will ever see them >:(
Finally heard of TTC this week, so should have them towards the end of next week. :D :D
I have also pre-ordered the model of Spectra 4010 (on the 79)
Received them yesterday. Worth the high price tag, a lot more detailed than CNML models, both inside and out. Can't wait for 4010
TTC was selling the Versas at the Manchester Christmas cracker at the beginning of December so he took his time to deliver. Someone I know bought the pair so they were not just for show.
I seem to remember him saying on their facebook they was arriving in lots of small quantities?
Finally managed to get CMNL UKBUS0037 last week, the Stagecoach Strathtay Enviro400 on the 73, only 56 were made. Got one with a certificate as well!
Well it's good that you got it as these will be replaced later this year by ADL bodied B5LH's
Quote from: Kiewii on March 27, 2014, 04:31:23 PM
Well it's good that you got it as these will be replaced later this year by ADL bodied B5LH's
ADL bodied B5LHs?
Quote from: Tony on March 27, 2014, 04:36:08 PM
Quote from: Kiewii on March 27, 2014, 04:31:23 PM
Well it's good that you got it as these will be replaced later this year by ADL bodied B5LH's
ADL bodied B5LHs?
Well thats what it said on the press release...
"The order – for 18 Volvo B5LH ADL bodied hybrids – represents a Stagecoach investment of around £3.8million with a further £1.4million coming from the Scottish Government's Green Bus Fund."
Pre-production model of 4780 on eBay. A bit battered, but it looks a very detailed model, with advert on the rear and that little cartoon boy on the back from a few summers ago
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Preproduction-CMNL-UKBUS-9009-Scania-OmniCity-National-Express-West-Midlands-/141238997339?pt=UK_ToysGames_DiecastVehicles_DiecastVehicles_JN&hash=item20e280115b
It does say on the listing 'model never put into production'. Is this true?
Quote from: John on March 28, 2014, 09:57:39 AM
Pre-production model of 4780 on eBay. A bit battered, but it looks a very detailed model, with advert on the rear and that little cartoon boy on the back from a few summers ago
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Preproduction-CMNL-UKBUS-9009-Scania-OmniCity-National-Express-West-Midlands-/141238997339?pt=UK_ToysGames_DiecastVehicles_DiecastVehicles_JN&hash=item20e280115b
It does say on the listing 'model never put into production'. Is this true?
It hasn't been produced yet, bit is due to be released somtime around May/June.
Quote from: Tony on March 28, 2014, 10:24:14 AM
Quote from: John on March 28, 2014, 09:57:39 AM
Pre-production model of 4780 on eBay. A bit battered, but it looks a very detailed model, with advert on the rear and that little cartoon boy on the back from a few summers ago
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Preproduction-CMNL-UKBUS-9009-Scania-OmniCity-National-Express-West-Midlands-/141238997339?pt=UK_ToysGames_DiecastVehicles_DiecastVehicles_JN&hash=item20e280115b
It does say on the listing 'model never put into production'. Is this true?
It hasn't been produced yet, bit is due to be released somtime around May/June.
Be nice if and when it appears. Been waiting a long time for one. Was there talk of an Enviro hybrid also.
Quote from: filbus1 on March 28, 2014, 03:45:22 PM
Quote from: Tony on March 28, 2014, 10:24:14 AM
Quote from: John on March 28, 2014, 09:57:39 AM
Pre-production model of 4780 on eBay. A bit battered, but it looks a very detailed model, with advert on the rear and that little cartoon boy on the back from a few summers ago
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Preproduction-CMNL-UKBUS-9009-Scania-OmniCity-National-Express-West-Midlands-/141238997339?pt=UK_ToysGames_DiecastVehicles_DiecastVehicles_JN&hash=item20e280115b
It does say on the listing 'model never put into production'. Is this true?
It hasn't been produced yet, bit is due to be released somtime around May/June.
Be nice if and when it appears. Been waiting a long time for one. Was there talk of an Enviro hybrid also.
Yes, they have all the spec for 5401 so that should appear at some point
Quote from: John on March 28, 2014, 09:57:39 AM
Pre-production model of 4780 on eBay. A bit battered, but it looks a very detailed model, with advert on the rear and that little cartoon boy on the back from a few summers ago
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Preproduction-CMNL-UKBUS-9009-Scania-OmniCity-National-Express-West-Midlands-/141238997339?pt=UK_ToysGames_DiecastVehicles_DiecastVehicles_JN&hash=item20e280115b
It does say on the listing 'model never put into production'. Is this true?
What was the idea of the little cartoon lad on the rear? I've seen it in the flesh and was snuffed..
Quote from: Liverpool Street on March 29, 2014, 09:30:28 AM
Quote from: John on March 28, 2014, 09:57:39 AM
Pre-production model of 4780 on eBay. A bit battered, but it looks a very detailed model, with advert on the rear and that little cartoon boy on the back from a few summers ago
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Preproduction-CMNL-UKBUS-9009-Scania-OmniCity-National-Express-West-Midlands-/141238997339?pt=UK_ToysGames_DiecastVehicles_DiecastVehicles_JN&hash=item20e280115b
It does say on the listing 'model never put into production'. Is this true?
What was the idea of the little cartoon lad on the rear? I've seen it in the flesh and was snuffed..
Something to do with NetworkWM, they had a scheme where children had to spot the cartoon boy, named Theo, and see how manythey could see over the holidays... Great Model!
Quote from: clayderman on March 29, 2014, 10:33:00 AM
Quote from: Liverpool Street on March 29, 2014, 09:30:28 AM
Quote from: John on March 28, 2014, 09:57:39 AM
Pre-production model of 4780 on eBay. A bit battered, but it looks a very detailed model, with advert on the rear and that little cartoon boy on the back from a few summers ago
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Preproduction-CMNL-UKBUS-9009-Scania-OmniCity-National-Express-West-Midlands-/141238997339?pt=UK_ToysGames_DiecastVehicles_DiecastVehicles_JN&hash=item20e280115b
It does say on the listing 'model never put into production'. Is this true?
What was the idea of the little cartoon lad on the rear? I've seen it in the flesh and was snuffed..
Something to do with NetworkWM, they had a scheme where children had to spot the cartoon boy, named Theo, and see how manythey could see over the holidays... Great Model!
Ohh, I see, I saw loads around I thought it was just people sticker bombing the place. Like random stickers on street signs and name plates in Digbeth. For a similar scene I expect.
Quote from: John on March 26, 2014, 04:04:00 PM
Finally managed to get CMNL UKBUS0037 last week, the Stagecoach Strathtay Enviro400 on the 73, only 56 were made. Got one with a certificate as well!
I got one a year ago with a certificate but mine is missing the woman on the rear window!?
I noticed 4780 on ebay. Think I will wait for the production one seeing how battered it is, unless tony will sell me his :D
ooc should do Nxwm hybrid 😞
Quote from: samboulton 87 on April 03, 2014, 10:16:13 PM
ooc should do Nxwm hybrid
If I remember correctly it's E400H 5401 on the 24 also E400 4899 on the 900. :)
Quote from: Rob H on April 03, 2014, 10:18:44 PM
Quote from: samboulton 87 on April 03, 2014, 10:16:13 PM
ooc should do Nxwm hybrid
If I remember correctly it's E400H 5401 on the 24 also E400 4899 on the 900. :)
Correct Rob :). Christopher Mark 2 has joined the forum it seems!
Quote from: Nathan on April 03, 2014, 10:23:57 PM
Quote from: Rob H on April 03, 2014, 10:18:44 PM
Quote from: samboulton 87 on April 03, 2014, 10:16:13 PM
ooc should do Nxwm hybrid
If I remember correctly it's E400H 5401 on the 24 also E400 4899 on the 900. :)
Correct Rob :). Christopher Mark 2 has joined the forum it seems!
Haha! Although, I'm still waiting for this preproduction pictures on the unofficial CMNL site, and, of course, the actual release itself!
EDIT: Whilst on the topic of a variety of models, I hope soon that they produce Arriva Sapphire buses. Their liveries are exceptional. ;D
Kingsway Models produce a wide variety of card garage kits, and one that caught my eye is the Yardley Wood one...
http://www.kingswaymodels.com/page5.htm#BIRMINGHAM
Quote from: clayderman on April 25, 2014, 09:33:20 PM
Kingsway Models produce a wide variety of card garage kits, and one that caught my eye is the Yardley Wood one...
http://www.kingswaymodels.com/page5.htm#BIRMINGHAM
Why no BC one? That's garage-ist, that is.
Quote from: Liverpool Street on April 28, 2014, 07:28:14 PM
Quote from: clayderman on April 25, 2014, 09:33:20 PM
Kingsway Models produce a wide variety of card garage kits, and one that caught my eye is the Yardley Wood one...
http://www.kingswaymodels.com/page5.htm#BIRMINGHAM
Why no BC one? That's garage-ist, that is.
Truly. Kingsway models only go about doing old London Depots, as you can see... I guess you could modify it in any way, there's some extra extensions. :)
For anyone who is interested the OOC NXWM Wright Eclipse is to be released in the week commencing 19th May.
Quote from: filbus1 on May 02, 2014, 01:42:08 PM
For anyone who is interested the OOC NXWM Wright Eclipse is to be released in the week commencing 19th May.
I'll be getting that one, and the Dundee version.
Also a new model from EFE is of Midland Classic 71 (Ex-Diamond). Should be out in June
http://modelbuszone.co.uk/efe/large_pics/27508.jpg
still no news on any cmnl models :( Ive got all the enviros and all but 2 tridents. I need more to buy!
Quote from: John on May 02, 2014, 07:17:17 PM
Quote from: filbus1 on May 02, 2014, 01:42:08 PM
For anyone who is interested the OOC NXWM Wright Eclipse is to be released in the week commencing 19th May.
I'll be getting that one, and the Dundee version.
Also a new model from EFE is of Midland Classic 71 (Ex-Diamond). Should be out in June
http://modelbuszone.co.uk/efe/large_pics/27508.jpg
Speaking of Diamond, a DiamondBus Dart is way overdue! lol :) If so, I think a route 16 to Hamstead would be wise... ;) (By Darts, I'm most likely reffering to the shorter Pointer Darts, all over blue livery with big DIAM<>ND Logo
I'd love to see one of the blue darts as a model, I think it would look quite smart.
Quote from: trident4370 on May 05, 2014, 01:15:55 PM
I'd love to see one of the blue darts as a model, I think it would look quite smart.
Or an older livery, probably of the longer version, like this: http://wmbusphotos.com/diamondpages/20850.html
on service 50? Or the old 404...
If we could pick and choose, I'd love to see a model of the old long 56 branded darts, they looked great.
Quote from: filbus1 on May 02, 2014, 01:42:08 PM
For anyone who is interested the OOC NXWM Wright Eclipse is to be released in the week commencing 19th May.
It has now been released. Ordered mine last night, along with the Metroline NBFL
Quote from: John on May 23, 2014, 09:38:36 AM
Quote from: filbus1 on May 02, 2014, 01:42:08 PM
For anyone who is interested the OOC NXWM Wright Eclipse is to be released in the week commencing 19th May.
It has now been released. Ordered mine last night, along with the Metroline NBFL
Had my Eclipse today, model looks good but do the mirrors look a bit large?
Any piccies?
Quote from: BU07 LGO on May 26, 2014, 03:36:20 PM
Any piccies?
Looking at the ones on Model Bus Zone, they are on the large side, but it does look a very good model. Should get mine tomorrow
http://www.modelbuszone.co.uk/ooc/sd/om460/img/om46704b_1.jpg
http://www.modelbuszone.co.uk/ooc/sd/om460/img/om46704b_2.jpg
Are the passenger doors inside out?
It irks me how OOC uses the FlipDot fonts on the LED Displays! >:( Why is it always that the prototypes look better?
Quote from: John on May 23, 2014, 09:38:36 AM
Quote from: filbus1 on May 02, 2014, 01:42:08 PM
For anyone who is interested the OOC NXWM Wright Eclipse is to be released in the week commencing 19th May.
It has now been released. Ordered mine last night, along with the Metroline NBFL
Ian Allan has loads of them if anyone wants to get one
Quote from: John on May 28, 2014, 05:35:11 PM
Quote from: John on May 23, 2014, 09:38:36 AM
Quote from: filbus1 on May 02, 2014, 01:42:08 PM
For anyone who is interested the OOC NXWM Wright Eclipse is to be released in the week commencing 19th May.
It has now been released. Ordered mine last night, along with the Metroline NBFL
Ian Allan has loads of them if anyone wants to get one
I'll have a look tomorrow - Are they any good? Price-wise, are they at the Recommended Retail Price? (£36.99) I had requested to Corgi that they'd make one, but of a BC one on preferably service 29/29A or 98
EDIT: I'd requested it way before it had been announced anywhere btw. Anyway, still looking forward to the (still overdue) Scania & the E400s - Definitely getting the Hybrid on the 24! (Only if I get enough money) - any news on them? Also, a new model's been released in Hong Kong.
Quote from: clayderman on June 01, 2014, 02:13:26 PM
I'll have a look tomorrow - Are they any good? Price-wise, are they at the Recommended Retail Price? (£36.99) I had requested to Corgi that they'd make one, but of a BC one on preferably service 29/29A or 98
Yes, they are £36.99. They had both destinations when I looked
Ywbc charging £27
Quote from: karl724223 on June 01, 2014, 03:24:24 PM
Ywbc charging £27
I'm sure they're only online. It's ashame! I'm not much of a fan of internet shopping... I hate waiting for the post to arrive, and I get disappointed if it's not too prompt, I can only handle 2 days of waiting! ::)
Quote from: clayderman on June 01, 2014, 07:14:37 PM
Quote from: karl724223 on June 01, 2014, 03:24:24 PM
Ywbc charging £27
I'm sure they're only online. It's ashame! I'm not much of a fan of internet shopping... I hate waiting for the post to arrive, and I get disappointed if it's not too prompt, I can only handle 2 days of waiting! ::)
YWBC not only on line, they do rallies at Wythall bus museum and Aston Manor plus many others. Also they do mail order from the address on their adverts in Buses mag, but only take cash/cheques for payment. unfortunately Pete the boss is on holiday until 13th June so no orders will be processed until then.
My 2068 model came yesterday, I've stuck a few pics on my flickr: https://www.flickr.com/photos/101550299@N05/
@N94 Those shots of the bus looks stunning! :) Also, I like the pictures of 819 on the 83.
@John I did go to see the B7RLE Models on Monday, unfortunately there was only three left, all going to Dudley. I guess they're selling quickly!
Ian Allen had a few more NXWM B7RLEs today. Now more variety... Also, they have some more WM Buses there, old and relatively modern (Toothpaste liveries. Hoping to pick one up!) In other news, The Unofficial OOC Site has confirmed the NX Dundee B7RLE Models are due for release near 13th Spetember...
I noticed a fair few older TWM OOC models in the Ian Allen shop when I popped in last week too. What horrified me though was the price they were selling some of the older models for! It's no wonder people are giving up collecting. If you don't have the option to trawl the internet looking for bargains there's little to no competition for model collectors on the High Street any more. Such a shame.
I feel model shop mottos have changed to 'Go big or go home' - Modelzone in WHSmiths is a right letdown. The only model buses there are a dual pack routemaster set, for about £14.99 if i'm correct. Bargain, but very cheap compared to Ian Allen. Still, no competition in the collecting hobby means more older/limited editions for me! lol. I don't get them very often though, out of my price range...
Also, still waiting for the TWM Scania Omnicity. At this rate, they'd be bound to change the livery of the model, like the real one! (of 4780)
Quote from: clayderman on July 28, 2014, 09:27:38 PM
I feel model shop mottos have changed to 'Go big or go home' - Modelzone in WHSmiths is a right letdown. The only model buses there are a dual pack routemaster set, for about £14.99 if i'm correct. Bargain, but very cheap compared to Ian Allen. Still, no competition in the collecting hobby means more older/limited editions for me! lol. I don't get them very often though, out of my price range...
Also, still waiting for the TWM Scania Omnicity. At this rate, they'd be bound to change the livery of the model, like the real one! (of 4780)
Plenty of competition if you want them cheaper look for Yardley Wood Bus Club
http://ywbc.co.uk/bus/
Generally a lot cheaper than the shops, get them mail order, or in some instances they can arrange for them to be picked up at the NXWM Pavillions travelshop
Quote from: Tony on July 29, 2014, 07:42:37 AM
Quote from: clayderman on July 28, 2014, 09:27:38 PM
I feel model shop mottos have changed to 'Go big or go home' - Modelzone in WHSmiths is a right letdown. The only model buses there are a dual pack routemaster set, for about £14.99 if i'm correct. Bargain, but very cheap compared to Ian Allen. Still, no competition in the collecting hobby means more older/limited editions for me! lol. I don't get them very often though, out of my price range...
Also, still waiting for the TWM Scania Omnicity. At this rate, they'd be bound to change the livery of the model, like the real one! (of 4780)
Plenty of competition if you want them cheaper look for Yardley Wood Bus Club
http://ywbc.co.uk/bus/
Generally a lot cheaper than the shops, get them mail order, or in some instances they can arrange for them to be picked up at the NXWM Pavillions travelshop
YWBC also attend events like Wythall bus museum and Aston Manor open days as well as rallies around the country.
I got an volvo b7rle 27 to Dudley model. I ordered it from plymouth on ebay
The last CMNL models were released nearly a year ago, im starting to think they've gone bankrupt again
Quote from: BU07 LGO on July 29, 2014, 12:03:21 PM
The last CMNL models were released nearly a year ago, im starting to think they've gone bankrupt again
There's been one or two releases in Hong Kong a while back, OOC looks like they're trumping CMNL at this rate. Hope they've not gone bankrupt, really hoping on the 24 hybrid being released...
Speaking of E400s, there's some 4718 models in Ian Allen, @BU07 LGO. Hoping to pick one up soon.
Quote from: clayderman on July 29, 2014, 05:50:30 PM
Quote from: BU07 LGO on July 29, 2014, 12:03:21 PM
The last CMNL models were released nearly a year ago, im starting to think they've gone bankrupt again
There's been one or two releases in Hong Kong a while back, OOC looks like they're trumping CMNL at this rate. Hope they've not gone bankrupt, really hoping on the 24 hybrid being released...
Speaking of E400s, there's some 4718 models in Ian Allen, @BU07 LGO. Hoping to pick one up soon.
Corgis parent company, Hornby' have problems too so they are not entirely safe
Quote from: Rob on April 03, 2014, 10:18:44 PM
If I remember correctly it's E400H 5401 on the 24 also E400 4899 on the 900. :)
I'm so out of the loop, when will this be available? I'd quite like a model of 4899
Sorry if this has been asked before, I'd just like it clarified again if thats ok :)
Quote from: Ben on August 03, 2014, 10:37:47 PM
Quote from: Rob on April 03, 2014, 10:18:44 PM
If I remember correctly it's E400H 5401 on the 24 also E400 4899 on the 900. :)
I'm so out of the loop, when will this be available? I'd quite like a model of 4899
Sorry if this has been asked before, I'd just like it clarified again if thats ok :)
Well. By the looks of things, not very soon. I can only predict sometime next year at the earliest, if CMNL ever do pick up from where they've left off.. As for current models, OOC seem to be doing better and they seem more promising. But before anything else, I think certain releases such as TWM Livery Scania is one of the top priorities, before these.
Another reason production may be delayed is the modelling of the product. ADLs buses over the past couple of years have got the indent under the headlights, for an LED variation or something like that. These have already been casted on 2 Limited Edition E200s of london spec, and I think it may take some time to produce a new cast or mold, so to speak...
The problem with CMNL or Northcord as they are now called hasn't been the production of casting variations, rather the same kinds of problems that have been blighting EFE releases.
Aside from the company going bust and starting up under a (very slightly) different name, there have been labour problems in China - this is why EFE's releases have been so sporadic.
I wonder whether CMNL (as it was) released too much too quickly. You can still pick up a number of their older releases at filthy cheap prices, especially their Pointer/Dart MPD model which is a super casting.
I feel like there are certain areas of the bus model market not being addressed these days, which is why I buy/make models to paint. Buses and coaches of the 1980s and early 90s seem fairly poorly represented in current releases.
Quote from: clayderman on July 29, 2014, 05:50:30 PM
Quote from: BU07 LGO on July 29, 2014, 12:03:21 PM
@BU07 LGO. Hoping to pick one up soon.
Thanks for the heads up, ive already got one though :) got one of every enviro400 now
Quote from: BU07 LGO on August 04, 2014, 12:08:28 PM
Quote from: clayderman on July 29, 2014, 05:50:30 PM
@BU07 LGO. Hoping to pick one up soon.
Thanks for the heads up, ive already got one though :) got one of every enviro400 now
Yes. After I'd posted this, I went back to Page one of this thread. A very impressive collection, I congratulate you. My collection is co small, it fits in a shoebox. Saving up for another 4718, I guess £30 is a bargain, seeing as it's some of 1700 produced (my last one was destroyed, by "didn't-know-any-better me") lol
EDIT: I'm actually hoping to add people to the E400, or if not, I'll scrap the whole idea and just get the 37 branded B7RLE, in the toothpaste livery. Missed out last time, not intending to again!
Quote from: clayderman on August 04, 2014, 08:29:07 PM
Quote from: BU07 LGO on August 04, 2014, 12:08:28 PM
Quote from: clayderman on July 29, 2014, 05:50:30 PM
@BU07 LGO. Hoping to pick one up soon.
Thanks for the heads up, ive already got one though :) got one of every enviro400 now
Yes. After I'd posted this, I went back to Page one of this thread. A very impressive collection, I congratulate you. My collection is co small, it fits in a shoebox. Saving up for another 4718, I guess £30 is a bargain, seeing as it's some of 1700 produced (my last one was destroyed, by "didn't-know-any-better me") lol
EDIT: I'm actually hoping to add people to the E400, or if not, I'll scrap the whole idea and just get the 37 branded B7RLE, in the toothpaste livery. Missed out last time, not intending to again!
Thanks :) yeah I've seen some with people on they look good but knowing me I would break something! Ordered ukbus9001 and it turned up Saturday with both mirrors rattling around in the box :(
*sigh* My bus pass ran out yesterday. I guess I won't be going out to town as much, I did pop in Ian Allen on Friday, and they had both TWM & NXWM (4766) models. I think there were 3x 4718 models and 2x 4766 models and i'm contemplating which model i'd like more... It's not like I.A. would do a BOGOF offer anytime in the near future. All I can hope for is a Christmas time offer, although I doubt they'll put on a sale, or if the models would still be there!
P.S. Still keeping my hopes up high with the model of 5401. Although, by now they'd probably modify the route for the 1... 4899 would still look nice though...
Quote from: clayderman on August 17, 2014, 05:44:41 PM
*sigh* My bus pass ran out yesterday. I guess I won't be going out to town as much, I did pop in Ian Allen on Friday, and they had both TWM & NXWM (4766) models. I think there were 3x 4718 models and 2x 4766 models and i'm contemplating which model i'd like more... It's not like I.A. would do a BOGOF offer anytime in the near future. All I can hope for is a Christmas time offer, although I doubt they'll put on a sale, or if the models would still be there!
P.S. Still keeping my hopes up high with the model of 5401. Although, by now they'd probably modify the route for the 1... 4899 would still look nice though...
If they've got 4766 for £30 id get that, I seen one sell for £50 on ebay!
Yeah, I to collect die-cast models.
I collect all Birmingham & West Midlands bus & tram models and have everyone that Corgi, EFE, CMNL. Forward Models, Britbus, CsM, Peak Horse & ABC have produced so far. They are all code 1 or 2 models - I'm not interested in code 3's.
I have collected so far:
43 x 1:76 scale BCT & WMPTE bus models
3 x 1:50 scale BCT bus models
34 x 1:76 scale WMT / TWM / NXLWM bus models
3 x 1:50 scale TWM bus models
4 x 1:130 scale TWM bus models
1 x 1:130 scale WMT bus model
I also have:
11 x 1:76 scale Midland Red bus models
1 x 1:50 scale Midland Red bus model
3 x other Midland Red vehicle models - AEC Fuel Tanker, Land Rover & Austin K8 van
17 x 1:76 scale other local operator bus models i.e: Green Bus, National Express coaches. Central Connect, North Birmingham Busways, Flights, Stevensons, Travel De Courcey, Stratford Blue & Johnsons
25 x 1:76 scale London Transport bus / tram models
1 x 1:50 scale London Transport bus model
20 x various scale London Transport vehicle models
100 x 1:64 scale Corgi various advertisement & operator Routemasters
10 x 1:76 scale random other bus models from Corgi, Dinky & Matchbox
Regards
Tony.
Would've LOVED one of these: Not a Model Bus, but another piece of Merchandise from Oriental Retailer, 80M Model Shop
An Octopus Card Reader Alarm Clock: http://www.orientalmodelbuses.co.uk/Xtra/alarm_clock-1-big.jpg
- If these were modified to look like West Midlands Card Readers, they'd look flawless...
In other related merchandise, I still want one, and hoping for one for Christmas, is a Farebox Money Box: (in red, of course)
http://www.80mbusmodel.com/eshop/photos/80221.jpg
In Yellow:
http://www.80mbusmodel.com/eshop/photos/80226.jpg
EDIT: The money boxes would total to around £10 to £15 each (with cheapest P&P), and it is only 28cm high.
Has anyone seen this?
http://buildtheroutemaster.com/
Collect-and-build your own routemaster, it's brilliant!
Issue 1: £1.99
Issue 2: £4.99
Issue 3+: £7.99 (98 issues at this price)
1:12 scale, with much more 'funtionality' than the 1:24 Sun Star models. I've subscribed, only for the free gifts :P - but really only keen for the roundel badge. I hope I can finish this. Totaled price, the build would be just under £800...
Ouch! I remember they did those before with all sorts but I bet they do a couple then when the uptake isn't what they were expecting they stop selling it so your left with a 1/9999999999th built bus!
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Corgi-GS89201-New-Bus-For-London-Routemaster-LT60-General-Livery-Code-3-/231647821195?hash=item35ef493d8b
Looks good. A code 3, from Corgi's 'Best of British' souvenir(?) range. I won't lie, the paint looks a bit shoddy and blotchy in some areas, although, still decent overall... Shame about the price though. Around six times it's original retail price, and I can only imagine it getting higher.
May I suggest that this thread should be moved to the General Discussions section? Considering that there is a slim chance of another NXWM model, unless manufactured by OOC, in the process, at the moment - which suggests that this thread may/no longer have any more relatable replies regarding NXWM.
All the same, whilst recently browsing among Modelbuszone[dot]com recently, i've noticed that in the proposed OOC models, they wish to release 5 additional New Routemasters. Not too exciting, I know - until I clocked that one was in the Silver Heritage(?) livery - and the other with allover Coca-Cola branding (see link)
http://modelbuszone.co.uk/ooc/dd/om466/om46615a.htm
Which made me think, of course this livery is still in use, as opposed to say, the YouTube ads, but what if OOC would imagine recreating the Exterion Media ads, which would lead to a plethora of new models... For example, 'Adidas', 'Proper Corn', 'Tommy Hilfiger', 'VitaCoco' (Coconut Water), etc... There would be endless possibilities - which again, would propbably all come down to cost. So yet again, I let my mind wonder off... ::) :D
Quote from: clayderman on December 29, 2015, 07:11:02 AM
May I suggest that this thread should be moved to the General Discussions section? Considering that there is a slim chance of another NXWM model, unless manufactured by OOC, in the process, at the moment - which suggests that this thread may/no longer have any more relatable replies regarding NXWM.
All the same, whilst recently browsing among Modelbuszone[dot]com recently, i've noticed that in the proposed OOC models, they wish to release 5 additional New Routemasters. Not too exciting, I know - until I clocked that one was in the Silver Heritage(?) livery - and the other with allover Coca-Cola branding (see link)
http://modelbuszone.co.uk/ooc/dd/om466/om46615a.htm
Which made me think, of course this livery is still in use, as opposed to say, the YouTube ads, but what if OOC would imagine recreating the Exterion Media ads, which would lead to a plethora of new models... For example, 'Adidas', 'Proper Corn', 'Tommy Hilfiger', 'VitaCoco' (Coconut Water), etc... There would be endless possibilities - which again, would propbably all come down to cost. So yet again, I let my mind wonder off... ::) :D
Perhaps when Exterion make the vinyls for the allover ads, they could produce sets in miniture as well, so modelers could just apply the adverts themselves?
Just a note to say there may be a WMPTE model to come in the not too distant future. Talks have began with Jotus model manufactorers in China and there is real possibility something will happen.
Quote from: Tony on December 29, 2015, 07:59:18 AM
Perhaps when Exterion make the vinyls for the allover ads, they could produce sets in miniture as well, so modelers could just apply the adverts themselves?
Seems the only thing we can do is hope for it... Your idea sounds wonderful, Tony. :)
It's a pity more wmpte wmt twm Nxwm buses Arnt done like the amount of London buses done each year by every model company
Quote from: clayderman on April 29, 2015, 05:42:13 PM
Has anyone seen this?
http://buildtheroutemaster.com/
Collect-and-build your own routemaster, it's brilliant!
Issue 1: £1.99
Issue 2: £4.99
Issue 3+: £7.99 (98 issues at this price)
1:12 scale, with much more 'funtionality' than the 1:24 Sun Star models. I've subscribed, only for the free gifts :P - but really only keen for the roundel badge. I hope I can finish this. Totaled price, the build would be just under £800...
So you pay £800 to get one model and have to build it yourself!
The build your own Routemaster never happened. It was cancelled due to 'production difficulties' before the first issue was published. I had a letter of apology and a random free magnifying glass for the inconvenience.
Quote from: karl724223 on December 29, 2015, 05:37:36 PM
It's a pity more wmpte wmt twm Nxwm buses Arnt done like the amount of London buses done each year by every model company
Very true. I have often wondered why EFE never produced any WMT/TWM/ NXWM versions of their models. I guess something to do with licensing but surely there would be a decent market for them. I always wanted a Fleetline in WMT red stripe livery, but a National would be equally well received.
Quote from: j789 on December 29, 2015, 09:48:11 PM
Very true. I have often wondered why EFE never produced any WMT/TWM/ NXWM versions of their models. I guess something to do with licensing but surely there would be a decent market for them. I always wanted a Fleetline in WMT red stripe livery, but a National would be equally well received.
EFE have produced a few models as this page from the Modelbuszone website shows
http://www.modelbuszone.co.uk/efe/operators/westmididx.html
I have the Leyland National, Daimler CVG6, Wright bodied Volvo B10B, Willowbrook bodied Leopard and both the old and new versions of the DMS Fleetline, the latter only released in April 2015.
Quote from: Bryan on December 30, 2015, 12:28:48 AM
EFE have produced a few models as this page from the Modelbuszone website shows
http://www.modelbuszone.co.uk/efe/operators/westmididx.html
I have the Leyland National, Daimler CVG6, Wright bodied Volvo B10B, Willowbrook bodied Leopard and both the old and new versions of the DMS Fleetline, the latter only released in April 2015.
I have a few of those, but the models I particular want are post deregulation 1986 models which EFE does not seem to do for the West Midland Travel etc.
Finally got my hands (waiting to be delivered) cmnl uk bus 6014 (4718). Along with three other models (Reading Bus Scania Omindekka, Arriva Yorkshire Leyland Olympian and Tower Transit wright gemini 2)
Haven't been purchasing models for a (long) while; i'm talking years.. Today, I decided I'd break into the piggy bank and treat myself to a particular model I've been eying up for a while; the New Routemaster
Now, I could've waited a little longer for Corgi's 60th Anniversary "Book of Mormon" Routemaster, but since I was browsing in person, I settled on the Silver livery one instead:
OM46614B: New Routemaster (Charlie and the Chocolate Factory) 453, Deptford Bridge
Certified: 1067 of 1600
Just read on www.britishmodelbuses.com that Northcord are creating models of the Enviro400 MMC and Enviro400 City
Quote
NEW CASTING
UKBUS6500 ADL Enviro400 MMC / Enviro400H City
Northcord Model Company is now pleased to announce that the company has successfully concluded its year-long negotiations with Alexander Dennis Limited (ADL) and has been authorised to model the brand new Enviro400 MMC and Enviro400H City.
Northcord Model Company, commonly abbreviated to "Northcord" (representing parent company Northcord International Limited), arose from Creative Master Northcord Limited (CMNL) which was a joint venture company between Creative Master Limited and Northcord International Limited. Since CMNL ceased the business in January 2012, Northcord Model Company picked up the bus model-making business and owns all of the castings that CMNL developed since 2000.
Creative Master Northcord Limited (CMNL) had developed ADL Enviro400 models (UKBUS6000 series) since August 2006. Since then more than 50,000 units of UKBUS6000 bus models have been produced. All UKBUS6000 series models have gained excellent success and reputation worldwide, and especially in both the Hong Kong and UK markets.
The first production model of the brand new casting will be available in the United Kingdom by the end of the fourth quarter in 2017. As the Enviro400 MMC bus is developed from the former Enviro400 series, Northcord Model Company will put the new products into a new series categorised UKBUS6500 et seq, as a continuation from the current UKBUS6000 model range. The collectors will therefore recognise these models as the follow up version within the ADL Enviro400 double deck bus range.
The newly developed comprehensive casting will include the following versions of Britain's best-selling double-deck buses:
1. 10.3 metre 1 & 2 door Enviro400 MMC and Enviro400H MMC
2. 10.3 metre 1 & 2 door Enviro400 City and Enviro400H City
3. 10.9 metre 1 door Enviro400 MMC
Northcord Model Company will make an announcement in detail about planned liveries and model dimensions nearer to its launch date.
Northcord Model Company (NMC)
------The World's Miniature Bus Co.
Quote from: John on March 08, 2017, 12:52:19 PM
Just read on www.britishmodelbuses.com that Northcord are creating models of the Enviro400 MMC and Enviro400 City
Great news !!! Hopefully they make NXWM Crimson and Platinum MMC Models. Good to see Northcord are restarting making models as Corgi seem to be making far less models this year than other years
Would be nice if a Nxwm model was done but I doubt it
Quote from: karl724223 on March 08, 2017, 03:48:19 PM
Would be nice if a Nxwm model was done but I doubt it
Well, with a casting for a 10.9m model, I would be a little optimistic for an MMC in NX liveries.
edit:
Bit of a long shot to be fair, but with these castings, I am expecting/hoping for a few. Regarding the NXWM variants - I'd like to see 6147/6148 for Crimson; as for Platinum, a generic "attributes" branding would do me nicely. ;D
Exciting times ahead.
Quote from: karl724223 on March 08, 2017, 03:48:19 PM
Would be nice if a Nxwm model was done but I doubt it
Two apparantly, according to reliable sources.
Evening gents, I thought this was a good a place as any, I have come across 2 corgi model buses. I have WMT Leyland Lynx 1:76 fleet no 1199 still in plastic wrapper, never opened and WMT Metrobus 1:64 fleet no 3043. Mint condition in box. Would they be worth anything to anyone on here?
Many thanks all.
Quote from: BN on April 30, 2017, 09:25:28 PM
Evening gents, I thought this was a good a place as any, I have come across 2 corgi model buses. I have WMT Leyland Lynx 1:76 fleet no 1199 still in plastic wrapper, never opened and WMT Metrobus 1:64 fleet no 3043. Mint condition in box. Would they be worth anything to anyone on here?
Many thanks all.
Sorry to be a pain guys, do you think these have a value to anyone?
Quote from: BN on May 01, 2017, 05:52:48 PM
Sorry to be a pain guys, do you think these have a value to anyone?
Just a few pounds unfortunately. I am a member of Yardley Wood Bus Club and we sell bus models, we see these two all the time for £5 or less.
Citibus models have released images of their resin E400MMC in NXWM (Platinum) spec. Information can be found on Modelbuszone; additional photos can be found at their facebook page. I don't know about you, but at £43.50 a pop (inc. P&P), I'd much rather wait for the Northcord version. I'm not sure; I'll see how it turns out. ;)
Quote from: clayderman on June 12, 2017, 11:02:32 PM
Citibus models have released images of their resin E400MMC in NXWM (Platinum) spec. Information can be found on Modelbuszone; additional photos can be found at their facebook page. I don't know about you, but at £43.50 a pop (inc. P&P), I'd much rather wait for the Northcord version. I'm not sure; I'll see how it turns out. ;)
There's something definitely not right with the front top deck. apart from that it looks OK but expensive for a kit. Yardley Wood Bus Club will be stocking the Northcord versions but they probably won't arrive until late this year or early next year.
https://scontent.fbhx1-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/21034728_495729047447160_2855514526834678812_n.jpg?oh=351959b338d26e586dc656fe4acba3f4&oe=5A572F14
Saltire model buses are also releasing another E400MMC kit. Due Summer 2018 apparently. Looks better than Citibus' model, but I'm still counting on Northcord's. :D
NORTHCORD MODEL COMPANY - PRESS RELEASE
May be published in full or in précis
Date: 3rd November 2017
NEW CASTING
ukbus 6500 ADL Enviro400 MMC update
Northcord Model Company is pleased to update the progress of the development of the captioned, brand new casting. The First Shot models have just been released from the factory and photos of some of these are appended, below. The pre-production prototype models in operators' liveries will be prepared shortly.
In the meantime, Northcord Model Company is releasing its plans for the initial six production models as follows :
ukbus 6501 :
Go-Ahead London (E400H)
EH108 – YY66 OZP
January 2018
ukbus 6502 :
National Express West Midlands
6126 – SN15 LGV
January 2018
ukbus 6503 :
Stagecoach London
10347 – SN16 OLO
February 2018
ukbus 6504 :
Stagecoach in Oxfordshire
10684 – SN66 WHC
February 2018
ukbus 6505 :
Reading Buses
758 – YX64 VRU
April 2018
ukbus 6506 :
First Bristol
33960 – SN65 ZCU
April 2018
The above planned models are awaiting pre-production samples to be made
and / or final operators' authorisation.
The newly developed, comprehensive casting will include the following versions of Britain's best-selling double-deck buses:
1. 10.3 metre 1 & 2 door Enviro400 MMC and Enviro400H MMC
2. 10.3 metre 1 & 2 door Enviro400 City and Enviro400H City
3. 10.9 metre 1 door Enviro400 MMC
Northcord Model Company strives to ensure that authenticity is paramount in the new castings. Therefore, although the models within a classification may appear identical, often NMC has adapted the basic toolings to represent special features that are operator-specific and these differentiated items can include tree deflectors, interior seating plans, destination equipment, lights and door arrangements.
Still sat 6101 should have been done as the nx mmc 😞
I'm trying to get the word out, so here seems as good of a place as any:
One of my current ''little''* projects is to refurbish my models, one of them being a Brighton and Hove B10BLE, into a TWM B10L (yes, i know one was done in ''line33'' back in the early noughties, but I've seen flying elephants that are more accurate than that...) which meant that i added a wheel chair bay in, and have started work on the window arrangement (as the originals are unsalvageable, after they unknowingly took a bath in acetone). Anyway, point is, I'm planning to sell it once it's finished, so if anyone is interested, PM me.
Model Specs:
EFE Volvo B10BLE/Wright Renown - Backdated to Volvo B10L/Wright Liberator
Scale: 1:76
Livery: Travel West Midlands ''Low Floor'', full colour logos, c. 2008
Vehicle: 1414, P414 EJW
Destination (Intended): 258, Merry Hill, via Blackheath
* I say little, one of them is a 1:32 scale DB250LF/ALX400, which won't be for sale!
Note to moderators, remove if this isn't allowed, just thought i could get it out there a bit more
Quote from: karl724223 on November 03, 2017, 07:26:06 PM
Still sat 6101 should have been done as the nx mmc 😞
Seconded; either that or 6147/6148! In spite of that, I am really looking forward to these releases. They look really promising, I can barely contain my excitement!! Nothing yet up on the Model Bus Zone; but that's possibly subject to change very soon. Deary me, how time flies. Seems like only yesterday the original press release was announced!
Anyone remember the Matchbox models?
Was it me, but were the buses difficult to get?
They used to do the DMS version of the Fleetline until sometime in the 80's when it changed to a Titan(I think?).
Quote from: Westy on November 04, 2017, 09:16:26 AM
Anyone remember the Matchbox models?
Was it me, but were the buses difficult to get?
They used to do the DMS version of the Fleetline until sometime in the 80's when it changed to a Titan(I think?).
I had loads of them as a kid, still few lurking in my collection
First photographs of the preproduction model of NXWM 6126 are here
http://www.wmbusphotos.com/models/nxwm6126.html
Looks amazing, I have pre ordered one with Yardley Wood Bus Club, hoping to get a First Bristol one in April
Quote from: Tony on December 07, 2017, 08:23:29 PM
First photographs of the preproduction model of NXWM 6126 are here
http://www.wmbusphotos.com/models/nxwm6126.html
Accurate representation with partial rear route branding missing
Quote from: Trident 4194 on December 07, 2017, 08:30:23 PM
Accurate representation with partial rear route branding missing
It looks like the production version will have the full branding.
Hard to say I'm not excited for this release, I'd preorder via YWBC but would much rather see them in the flesh first. Taken into account that the photos are of pre-production models, I will have to give NMC the benefit of the doubt when it comes to the inaccuracies - hoping they'll be rectified prior to release.
One thing that does irk me about what I see, and I must admit it is a very minor detail, is the painted headlights. Don't get me wrong, it looks fantastic in the third photo - but I'm not really a fan of it. Would've much preferred the separate plastic pieces for the headlights, like on the older E400 model, than a unibody design with paint applications. Looks unlikely to be one of the changes before release, but hey ho.
Nevertheless, the detail on the preproduction model seems impeccable (i.e. green emergency exit stickers on the windows). Regardless of whether the production version will have full rear branding, the missing on on this did make me chuckle.
Quote from: CL on December 09, 2017, 05:48:48 AM
Hard to say I'm not excited for this release, I'd preorder via YWBC but would much rather see them in the flesh first. Taken into account that the photos are of pre-production models, I will have to give NMC the benefit of the doubt when it comes to the inaccuracies - hoping they'll be rectified prior to release.
One thing that does irk me about what I see, and I must admit it is a very minor detail, is the painted headlights. Don't get me wrong, it looks fantastic in the third photo - but I'm not really a fan of it. Would've much preferred the separate plastic pieces for the headlights, like on the older E400 model, than a unibody design with paint applications. Looks unlikely to be one of the changes before release, but hey ho.
Nevertheless, the detail on the preproduction model seems impeccable (i.e. green emergency exit stickers on the windows). Regardless of whether the production version will have full rear branding, the missing on on this did make me chuckle.
I'm sure most of the inaccuracies will be corrected when the people who have the pre-production models give their views. The headlights are no doubt down to cost, People were expecting a price of £70+ for these and thankfully this didn't happen.
Network Shuttle (Model 1), a Hong Kong model retailer, has listed NMC UKBUS6501 on their website.https://networkshuttle.com/collections/new-release/products/1-76-nmc-ukbus6501-alexander-dennis-enviro400h-mmc-go-ahead-london
Shame UKBUS6502 isn't online yet. Would love to see the final production model; I fear both won't be released in the UK until early Feb.
britishmodelbuses[dot]com also says that Network Shuttle has a few Enviro 200 MMCs in the pipelines. I can't find photos as of yet, but I have high expectations, as their models are actually quite good. These are in UK spec, with two London spec ones (Abellio) (Stagecoach) and a regional Stagecoach Chesterfield one.
QuoteHONG KONG MANUFACTURER MODEL 1 ANNOUNCES SECOND NEW CASTING
Model 1 Company Limited have announced a second new casting on their Facebook page this afternoon:
"A must-have for the collectors of the modern-era buses, our second casting is the ADL Enviro200MMC, also officially licensed by the operators and TfL, in London and provincial specification. Very much like our other products, a detailed interior, including individually moulded seats and realistic decals, is the standard for Model 1's model buses. The diecast ADL Enviro200MMC is in 1/76 scale, making this a great companion of our Enviro400MMC".
Three photographs accompany the post showing three Enviro200MMC:
Abellio (London)
Fleet number: 8848
Registration number: YX16NZW
Route number: C10
Destination: Canada Water
Stagecoach London
Fleet number: 36604
Registration number: YY15OWX
Route number: 499
Destination: Heath Park Estate
Stagecoach Chesterfield
Fleet number: 26085
Registration number: YY16YJP
Route number: 74
Destination: Duckmanton via Staveley
I assume they'll be retailing for around £50-60, excluding the costs for shipping.
BMB's facebook page also states that Network Shuttle are producing their own E400MMCs, with three planned for the third quarter of this year.
QuoteNEW RANGE OF BRITISH MODELS ANNOUNCED BY HONG KONG MANUFACTURER MODEL 1
The following announcement has today been published on the Model 1 Company Limited Facebook page:
"Model 1's first UK model bus was released in 2011, since then we have been receiving suggestions for our next release. We are pleased to announce that we are now developing three castings for the UK buses, with the first one being the ADL Enviro400MMC in London and provinical specification. Our model buses are welcomed by collectors for its detailed interiors and authentic appearance. These will be reflected in all of our UK releases, with the features of individually moulded seats with moquettes and preceisely reproduced decals, whilst the price will stay competitive. We have already received approval from various operators, and the first release is expected at the third quarter of this year".
Three photographs accompany the post showing three Enviro400MMC:
Abellio (London)
Fleet number: 2500
Registration number: YY64TYZ
Route number: 109
Destination: Croydon Town Centre
Stagecoach London
Fleet number: 12369
Registration number: YX16DGH
Route number: 53
Destination: Whitehall Horse Guards
Stagecoach Manchester
Fleet number: 10611
Registration number: SN16OWO
Route number: 203
Destination: Piccadilly
Quote from: CL on January 26, 2018, 01:15:32 PM
Network Shuttle (Model 1), a Hong Kong model retailer, has listed NMC UKBUS6501 on their website.
https://networkshuttle.com/collections/new-release/products/1-76-nmc-ukbus6501-alexander-dennis-enviro400h-mmc-go-ahead-london
Shame UKBUS6502 isn't online yet. Would love to see the final production model; I fear both won't be released in the UK until early Feb.
britishmodelbuses[dot]com also says that Network Shuttle has a few Enviro 200 MMCs in the pipelines. I can't find photos as of yet, but I have high expectations, as their models are actually quite good. These are in UK spec, with two London spec ones (Abellio) (Stagecoach) and a regional Stagecoach Chesterfield one.
I assume they'll be retailing for around £50-60, excluding the costs for shipping.
BMB's facebook page also states that Network Shuttle are producing their own E400MMCs, with three planned for the third quarter of this year.
From the latest sources, the first CMNL models are about six weeks from release in the UK.
Quote from: filbus1 on January 26, 2018, 02:57:16 PM
From the latest sources, the first CMNL models are about six weeks from release in the UK.
Oh right, better late than never I suppose. The paint application on 6501 looks top notch, if I may add. I've high expectations for 6502 (hoping its photos are released soon! :o)
@Tony any news on northcord release of their new MMC Models?
Quote from: Chris on February 18, 2018, 05:38:48 PM
@Tony any news on northcord release of their new MMC Models?
Look at the post above yours
A report on the British model buses facebook page this morning states that the first model of the MMC400 by Northcord UKBUS6501 will arrive here during the last week of March. The second one UKBUS6502, which is the NXWM model has been delayed due to staffing problems during the Chinese new year at the factory producing them. No definite date has been set for the release of this.
I have received an email from Northcord this morning stating that the NXWM E400MMC is now in final assembly, and that they hope to ship the first ones to the UK at the end of the month
Not the NXWM one but the first Northcord MMC400 Go-Ahead London is now on sale in the UK.
Quote from: filbus1 on March 22, 2018, 05:53:15 PM
Not the NXWM one but the first Northcord MMC400 Go-Ahead London is now on sale in the UK.
I should hopefully receive the first NXWM ones in around 10 days time. Northcord have now started work on the Platinum
Quote from: Tony on March 22, 2018, 08:05:00 PM
I should hopefully receive the first NXWM ones in around 10 days time. Northcord have now started work on the Platinum
Is the platinum model going to be based off 68** X1 X2 branded?
Quote from: Chris on March 22, 2018, 09:12:27 PM
Is the platinum model going to be based off 68** X1 X2 branded?
It's going to be X1 branded 6843
Quote from: Tony on March 22, 2018, 08:05:00 PM
I should hopefully receive the first NXWM ones in around 10 days time. Northcord have now started work on the Platinum
YWBC should receive theirs soon then.
Is northcord planning a e200 mmc model?
Quote from: Chris on March 26, 2018, 09:07:47 PM
Is northcord planning a e200 mmc model?
No but Model 1 are
Got the first new Enviro400MMC model today, and have to say it is brilliant. Can't wait for the NX ones and the others
Hope I didn't get anyone's hopes up from a new post in this thread lol
I've just bought CMNL UKBUS6014 from eBay - the model of 4718 in Toothpaste livery - for a relatively reasonable price. There's another listing for ukbus6014, but for 64.99, exclusive of P&P, it's a tad unjustifiable. For anyone who may be interested, here it is:
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/UKBUS-6014-ADL-Enviro-400-Travel-West-Midlands-Bus-Creative-Master-CMNL-1-76/222889537114?_trkparms=aid%3D111001%26algo%3DREC.SEED%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D50980%26meid%3D03ac5cbc12514a2986b0224602388147%26pid%3D100675%26rk%3D1%26rkt%3D10%26sd%3D222889537114%26itm%3D222889537114&_trksid=p2481888.c100675.m4236&_trkparms=pageci%3A0b02e7d3-3b67-11e8-a240-74dbd180f925%7Cparentrq%3Aa6d597cd1620a9c10e0a8d02fffb4582%7Ciid%3A1
Definitely regret not snagging 6014 and 6018 from Ian Allen when they had them (for £30 a pop) a couple years back.
First official photo of a production model of 6126 from Northcord
Quote from: Tony on April 09, 2018, 10:08:53 AM
First official photo of a production model of 6126 from Northcord
Looks pretty accurate, the only thing that seems 'off' is the seats inside, but I guess that'd be too hard to have painted?
NMC ukbus6502 now up for preorder on Network Shuttle. Inclusive of delivery (from HK), it amounts to just under £50; still under its RRP but way more than what TTC Diecast or YWBC are selling them for!
Quote from: CL on April 11, 2018, 04:48:19 PM
NMC ukbus6502 now up for preorder on Network Shuttle. Inclusive of delivery (from HK), it amounts to just under £50; still under its RRP but way more than what TTC Diecast or YWBC are selling them for!
You could get stung for import duty too, be aware of this.
Quote from: filbus1 on April 12, 2018, 08:24:05 AM
You could get stung for import duty too, be aware of this.
Thanks for the heads up! I was hoping to get one (maybe two if possible) from YWBC at Wythall's Running Day in May, if that were possible. I wasn't going to get one online anyway; excluding any possible import charges, £48 was a dealbreaker for me! Haha
Quote from: CL on April 12, 2018, 11:44:51 AM
Thanks for the heads up! I was hoping to get one (maybe two if possible) from YWBC at Wythall's Running Day in May, if that were possible. I wasn't going to get one online anyway; excluding any possible import charges, £48 was a dealbreaker for me! Haha
I am part of YWBC and I would pre-order if I was you, they are selling like hot cakes.
Quote from: filbus1 on April 13, 2018, 09:50:11 AM
I am part of YWBC and I would pre-order if I was you, they are selling like hot cakes.
@filbus1 I was going to, but I wasn't sure how to go about constructing the email. Is it as simple as just writing the catalogue number of the model? I've never ordered online with YWBC before. Thanks. :)
Quote from: CL on April 13, 2018, 11:53:35 AM
@filbus1 I was going to, but I wasn't sure how to go about constructing the email. Is it as simple as just writing the catalogue number of the model? I've never ordered online with YWBC before. Thanks. :)
Just look at the contact details on the ywbc website. Not sure if I can post a link on here but google it.
Quote from: filbus1 on April 13, 2018, 12:00:57 PM
Just look at the contact details on the ywbc website. Not sure if I can post a link on here but google it.
Alright, thanks! :)
Quote from: CL on April 13, 2018, 11:53:35 AM
@filbus1 I was going to, but I wasn't sure how to go about constructing the email. Is it as simple as just writing the catalogue number of the model? I've never ordered online with YWBC before. Thanks. :)
I know filbus is part of YWBC and has given you the heads up, but for what it's worth I recently dealt with YWBC by mail order for the first time for the Go Ahead London MMC. I sent them an email when the models were first announced placing an order and received a prompt and friendly reply from Pete Turland, as soon as the models arrived in the UK mine was mailed out to me with invoice. I must say that the whole experience was a pleasant one and I can happily recommend them. I've been buying off them at rallies for ages but I'll definitely be pre-ordering off them again! (I have the NatEx model on order of course!!)
Quote from: Pete50492 on April 15, 2018, 08:05:39 AM
I know filbus is part of YWBC and has given you the heads up, but for what it's worth I recently dealt with YWBC by mail order for the first time for the Go Ahead London MMC. I sent them an email when the models were first announced placing an order and received a prompt and friendly reply from Pete Turland, as soon as the models arrived in the UK mine was mailed out to me with invoice. I must say that the whole experience was a pleasant one and I can happily recommend them. I've been buying off them at rallies for ages but I'll definitely be pre-ordering off them again! (I have the NatEx model on order of course!!)
Thanks for that. Just to say YWBC have upped their allocation of models to one fifth of the total production (300) so hopefully there will be enough to go round.
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/RARE-Corgi-Original-Omnibus-OM44109-OPTARE-SOLO-TRAVEL-WEST-MIDLANDS-COVENTRY/282939027549?hash=item41e07af05d:g:TlYAAOSw72Na4Csz
Code 3 Optare Solo in Travel Coventry livery!
The light blue looks a little off, but it could just be down to lighting. Also there's the fact that (to my knowledge), Coventry's Solos didn't carry the first generation low-floor livery, with the thicker "descending bands" (if you will). Other than that, the paint application looks immaculate.
Also appears to be displaying A1?
Saves me from having to make another post; found this youtube video on NMC UKBUS6502. I follow the same guy on Instagram (modelbuses62); he had confirmed that this was the one that had been shipped from Hong Kong (Network Shuttle/model 1, presumably).
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vQvl1GXfdIc
The first production models of 6126 are now in the UK
@filbus1 When do you expect your first batch to arrive?
Quote from: SL 16 YPN on May 01, 2018, 09:27:32 PM
@filbus1 When do you expect your first batch to arrive?
During May, can't give an exact date until we get notified by the wholesaler.
Third Northcord MMC now released in Hong Kong and expected in UK in June; Stagecoach London UKBUS6503
http://www.modelbuszone.co.uk/cmnl/index.html
I ordered the ones NX staff can buy cheap today. Should arrive next week, hopefully on sale the week after
Not sure if it's been mentioned on here, but...
Rapido Trains Inc. of North America have some BCT/WMPTE Guy Arabs in the making, and from the photos I've seen, they're really starting to take some shape. Here's a video from when they visited Wythall last July. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fyeBliqVHuc
Photos of *disassembled* pre-production models have been featured in their latest online updates.
http://myemail.constantcontact.com/Rapido-News-UK-Vol--16---The-Latest-and-Greatest.html?soid=1101318906379&aid=KyCNDa0Svm4
I'm really interested in them; at the moment, I'm tied between a deluxe model (which features interior lighting!) of MOF 62 on "11 Outer Circle", or JOJ 976 with "750 Wythall Transport Museum" on the blinds. Having seen their other products, my expectations are very high. The detailing of their HO Scale GM Bus is impeccable, to say the least. For an asking price of £49.95 (Deluxe), I think that's quite worthwhile.
Quote from: CL on May 23, 2018, 11:23:34 PM
Not sure if it's been mentioned on here, but...
Rapido Trains Inc. of North America have some BCT/WMPTE Guy Arabs in the making, and from the photos I've seen, they're really starting to take some shape. Here's a video from when they visited Wythall last July. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fyeBliqVHuc
Photos of *disassembled* pre-production models have been featured in their latest online updates.
http://myemail.constantcontact.com/Rapido-News-UK-Vol--16---The-Latest-and-Greatest.html?soid=1101318906379&aid=KyCNDa0Svm4
I'm really interested in them; at the moment, I'm tied between a deluxe model (which features interior lighting!) of MOF 62 on "11 Outer Circle", or JOJ 976 with "750 Wythall Transport Museum" on the blinds. Having seen their other products, my expectations are very high. The detailing of their HO Scale GM Bus is impeccable, to say the least. For an asking price of £49.95 (Deluxe), I think that's quite worthwhile.
If you can make it to Wythall this coming bank holiday Monday Rapido will be there with some samples of the BCT standard and hopefully news of their next project.
Quote from: filbus1 on May 24, 2018, 07:31:49 AM
If you can make it to Wythall this coming bank holiday Monday Rapido will be there with some samples of the BCT standard and hopefully news of their next project.
I hope I'll be able to! :)
Is there any news of the British release of 6502?
Quote from: SL 16 YPN on May 27, 2018, 03:13:01 PM
Is there any news of the British release of 6502?
They left China on a ship on 26th April and the trip takes six weeks so should be here in about another two weeks. If you are a NXWM employee you can get one from the travelshops as theirs were flown in.
Quote from: filbus1 on May 27, 2018, 04:32:44 PM
They left China on a ship on 26th April and the trip takes six weeks so should be here in about another two weeks. If you are a NXWM employee you can get one from the travelshops as theirs were flown in.
Thank you for the update
TTCDiecast appears to have 6502 in stock now. I'm sure it shouldn't be long until YWBC gets theirs. ;)
Quote from: CL on May 30, 2018, 10:22:10 AM
TTCDiecast appears to have 6502 in stock now. I'm sure it shouldn't be long until YWBC gets theirs. ;)
He hadn't got them yesterday but said they were due at the Wholesalers. We have had no notificationa and use the same people.
Quote from: filbus1 on May 30, 2018, 12:08:32 PM
He hadn't got them yesterday but said they were due at the Wholesalers. We have had no notificationa and use the same people.
Update on the above is that we have now received a notification from John Ayreys Wholesalers that the models will be with us (YWBC) tomorrow (Thursday)
Quote from: filbus1 on May 30, 2018, 12:48:34 PM
Update on the above is that we have now received a notification from John Ayreys Wholesalers that the models will be with us (YWBC) tomorrow (Thursday)
That's excellent news! Looking forward to receiving mine :D Cheers
@filbus1
Quote from: CL on May 30, 2018, 03:10:53 PM
That's excellent news! Looking forward to receiving mine :D Cheers @filbus1
Models now in stock at YWBC, will have some at West Bromwich Garage open day.
My mate has sent me a screenshot of what looks to be Northcord's press release.
It states that the Platinum model of 6843 is due to be a dual destination model, with the first half carrying Coventry blinds, and the other half Birmingham blinds. The catalogue number for these appears to be UKBUS6508A and UKBUS6508B, respectively.
Due for release in November 2018, which even I suppose is a bit ambitious.
Also, in other news, Jotus has announced their resin single door Spectras. Hopefully we'll see a West Midlands one in the works. So far they've released sample photos of the demonstrator & Reading Buses liveries.
Quote from: CL on August 31, 2018, 03:55:39 PM
My mate has sent me a screenshot of what looks to be Northcord's press release.
It states that the Platinum model of 6843 is due to be a dual destination model, with the first half carrying Coventry blinds, and the other half Birmingham blinds. The catalogue number for these appears to be UKBUS6508A and UKBUS6508B, respectively.
Due for release in November 2018, which even I suppose is a bit ambitious.
The first two samples of 6843 have arrived at Miller Street today so not over ambitious.
Quote from: Tony on August 31, 2018, 04:28:33 PM
The first two samples of 6843 have arrived at Miller Street today so not over ambitious.
Lovely news; and great timing. lol ;)
I don't suppose there'd be photos of the samples on the main site, tonight? Here's the full press release, courtesy of the British Model Buses facebook page:
Quote from: British Model BusesNorthcord Model Company News Release
Model Release Update
As the first tranche of models announced last year will be completed with the release of the Reading Buses models early next month, it is good timing for NMC to announce some further planned releases that will cover quarter 4 of 2018 and into early 2019.
Part One : Models that have had the pre-production samples produced and / or authorised for final production by the operator
UKBUS0061 : Reading Buses (758 – YX64 VRU) – September 2018 (renumbered from UKBUS6505)
UKBUS0062 : Reading Buses Greenline (758 – YX64 VRU) – September 2018 (new details)
UKBUS6507A : Bluestar (1641 – HF66 CFM) Rt1 Winchester – October 2018
UKBUS6507B : Bluestar (1641 – HF66 CFM) Rt1 Southampton – October 2018
UKBUS6508A : National Express West Midlands (6843 – SN66 WFM) X1 Coventry – November 2018
UKBUS6508B : National Express West Midlands (6843 – SN66 WFM) X1 Birmingham – November 2018
Part Two : Planned models that are awaiting pre-production samples to be made and / or final operator authorisation
UKBUS6509 : Abellio Bus (2600 – YY67 GZW)
UKBUS6510 : Yellow Buses (200 – SN17 MTO)
UKBUS6511 : Stagecoach West Scotland (10930 – SN67 XAY)
UKBUS6512 : Southern Vectis (1660 – HW67 AHY)
UKBUS6513 : Stagecoach South (10892 – YX67 VCE)
UKBUS6514 : First in Glasgow (33982HB – SN65 OFX)
UKBUS6515 : Metroline (TEH2087 – LK15 CUH)
Northcord Model Company Ltd (thereafter referred to by the shorthand name "Northcord") has become increasingly aware of a number of questions, rumours and comments on Social Media that refer to various aspects of Northcord's status.
We wish, therefore, to clarify the current situation regarding these questions.
"The former toolings that were used by CMNL / NMC were taken away by third parties and are not in the ownership of NMC".
This is completely untrue. NMC has all former CMNL toolings safely stored at the factory which will produce future models initiated by Northcord.
Secondly, "The old CMNL / NMC toolings are unable to be reused due to damage from inactivity"
This is also untrue. The older castings are quite able to be reactivated when the time is right and when further liveries are found that will be commercially viable.
Northcord Model Company (NMC)
------The World's Miniature Bus Co.
Photos will be on Monday. Although the models are at Miller Street I am not as I am out with a private hire with 2957 all day
Quote from: Tony on August 31, 2018, 07:27:35 PM
Photos will be on Monday. Although the models are at Miller Street I am not as I am out with a private hire with 2957 all day
Nice! Better than never, I suppose. ;) Looking forward to tomorrow at Walsall.
Quote from: CL on August 31, 2018, 07:50:25 PM
Nice! Better than never, I suppose. ;) Looking forward to tomorrow at Walsall.
Same
I will make a proper page for them tonight, but here's a first look at the platinum. Some of the branding needs to be changed because it has been changed since they first photographed the bus, but any other comments welcome
http://wmbusphotos.com/models/IMG_7427.JPG
Quote from: Tony on September 03, 2018, 01:31:23 PM
I will make a proper page for them tonight, but here's a first look at the platinum. Some of the branding needs to be changed because it has been changed since they first photographed the bus, but any other comments welcome
http://wmbusphotos.com/models/IMG_7427.JPG
Looks brilliant
Looks brilliant, look forward to it joining 6126
Hope its not too late to give suggestions, but I'd love to see the final production model with the updated/new style blinds; especially considering if it's going to be a dual destination model. :)
Overall, it's looking quite the part. Likewise to
@SL 16 YPN , I can't wait for this to join my collection!
Quote from: Tony on September 03, 2018, 01:31:23 PM
I will make a proper page for them tonight, but here's a first look at the platinum. Some of the branding needs to be changed because it has been changed since they first photographed the bus, but any other comments welcome
http://wmbusphotos.com/models/IMG_7427.JPG
I know it's been mentioned elsewhere but the model has black headlight surrounds
Quote from: John on September 03, 2018, 04:11:57 PM
I know it's been mentioned elsewhere but the model has black headlight surrounds
Art imitates life. :P
*when 6759/60 were new* lol
Surely a problem that'll be rectified in production; when the preproduction photos of 6126 came out, the bumpers were in a darker shade of red than they were meant to be.
Bursting with excitement as we near closer to the release of Northcord's Platinum MMC, I've been doing some snooping to see if there's been any updates. Instead, while looking through the British Model Buses facebook page, I stumbled upon the 'Dream Bus Model'. I'm almost certain that they're based in Hong Kong, though I'm uncertain, and it hardly matters, does it?
Cutting to the chase, they produce one-off commissions - one of which includes 4879 in the Pride livery! Detail-wise (save for the headlight clusters) it looks impeccable, but judge for yourself:
http://images5.fotop.net/albums7/jphandmade/e400/bx61lnz_3.jpg
http://images5.fotop.net/albums7/jphandmade/e400/bx61lnz_2.jpg
http://images5.fotop.net/albums7/jphandmade/e400/bx61lnz_1.jpg
Quote from: CL on October 13, 2018, 04:42:47 PM
Bursting with excitement as we near closer to the release of Northcord's Platinum MMC, I've been doing some snooping to see if there's been any updates. Instead, while looking through the British Model Buses facebook page, I stumbled upon the 'Dream Bus Model'. I'm almost certain that they're based in Hong Kong, though I'm uncertain, and it hardly matters, does it?
Cutting to the chase, they produce one-off commissions - one of which includes 4879 in the Pride livery! Detail-wise (save for the headlight clusters) it looks impeccable, but judge for yourself:
http://images5.fotop.net/albums7/jphandmade/e400/bx61lnz_3.jpg
http://images5.fotop.net/albums7/jphandmade/e400/bx61lnz_2.jpg
http://images5.fotop.net/albums7/jphandmade/e400/bx61lnz_1.jpg
Those links don't work mate
Quote from: StourValley98 on October 13, 2018, 09:38:36 PM
Those links don't work mate
My apologies. They were working in post preview, so I'm not sure what's happened there ???
Here are the links; these should hopefully work.
http://www.fotop.net/jphandmade/e400/bx61lnz_3
http://www.fotop.net/jphandmade/e400/bx61lnz_2
http://www.fotop.net/jphandmade/e400/bx61lnz_1
Quote from: CL on October 13, 2018, 11:40:11 PM
My apologies. They were working in post preview, so I'm not sure what's happened there ???
Here are the links; these should hopefully work.
http://www.fotop.net/jphandmade/e400/bx61lnz_3
http://www.fotop.net/jphandmade/e400/bx61lnz_2
http://www.fotop.net/jphandmade/e400/bx61lnz_1
It looks stunning credit to everyone who made that
Quote from: CL on October 13, 2018, 04:42:47 PM
Bursting with excitement as we near closer to the release of Northcord's Platinum MMC, I've been doing some snooping to see if there's been any updates. Instead, while looking through the British Model Buses facebook page, I stumbled upon the 'Dream Bus Model'. I'm almost certain that they're based in Hong Kong, though I'm uncertain, and it hardly matters, does it?
Cutting to the chase, they produce one-off commissions - one of which includes 4879 in the Pride livery! Detail-wise (save for the headlight clusters) it looks impeccable, but judge for yourself:
http://images5.fotop.net/albums7/jphandmade/e400/bx61lnz_3.jpg
http://images5.fotop.net/albums7/jphandmade/e400/bx61lnz_2.jpg
http://images5.fotop.net/albums7/jphandmade/e400/bx61lnz_1.jpg
The platinum model should be authorised by NXWM this week when final checking to make sure it is spot on are completed
Quote from: Tony on October 14, 2018, 08:41:12 AM
The platinum model should be authorised by NXWM this week when final checking to make sure it is spot on are completed
Sounds excellent! Glad to see some progress, if at all. :) Things sound like they're on track then, yes?
Quote from: I love Walsall buses on October 13, 2018, 11:44:49 PM
It looks stunning credit to everyone who made that
The headlights are a massive let down
Maybe an opportunity for corgi to do models of the heritage fleet
Metrobus tridents and b7 single
Quote from: karl724223 on October 21, 2018, 09:24:29 PM
Maybe an opportunity for corgi to do models of the heritage fleet
Metrobus tridents and b7 single
I can't see that happening mate, they can't even get their models out in time now.
NX have authorised production of the Platinum model today
If anyone's interested Rapido Models will be at the Warley Model Railway Exhibition at the NEC with their 1/76 scale model Birmingham City Transport Guy Arab VI plus news of the next release expected to be the WMPTE Fleetline, Wythalls 6311 was there today which is the one they used for the prototype drawings.
Rapido are making allowances in the tooling to render 6311 and its ilk, plus variations in indicator light and ventilator positions; should be fine model buses well worth the wait.
Quote from: The Real 4778 on November 27, 2018, 01:11:14 PM
Rapido are making allowances in the tooling to render 6311 and its ilk, plus variations in indicator light and ventilator positions; should be fine model buses well worth the wait.
Wonder if Rapido will make a Jumbo dual doored variant of the Fleetline in the near future?
If anyone still wants a model of the E400 in '50' crimson livery or can persuade someone to buy them one for Christmas, They will be on sale in the Travel shops to the general public for £40 probably from tomorrow
Quote from: Squiz1971 on November 27, 2018, 01:57:06 PM
Wonder if Rapido will make a Jumbo dual doored variant of the Fleetline in the near future?
Completely different casting so no, some other stuff in their plans but best let them announce them when the time comes.
Quote from: Tony on November 27, 2018, 02:37:24 PM
If anyone still wants a model of the E400 in '50' crimson livery or can persuade someone to buy them one for Christmas, They will be on sale in the Travel shops to the general public for £40 probably from tomorrow
Do you know if any of the Travel Shops still have them on sale at all?
Quote from: StourValley98 on December 31, 2018, 06:39:17 PM
Do you know if any of the Travel Shops still have them on sale at all?
Yes they all do
Quote from: Tony on December 31, 2018, 06:46:55 PM
Yes they all do
Brilliant, thanks. Are they still 40 GBP?
Quote from: Tony on December 31, 2018, 09:03:08 PM
Yes
Thanks, I'll be picking one up in the new year.
Quote from: British Model Buses
NORTHCORD MODEL COMPANY - PRESS RELEASE
The following press release has been received today from the Northcord Model Company:
ADL Enviro400 MMC
UKBUS6508A / 6508B National Express West Midlands
Following the significant success in launching the brand new casting of the Alexander Dennis Enviro400 MMC model in the livery of Go-Ahead London, National Express West Midlands, Stagecoach London & Stagecoach in Oxfordshire, First Bristol, Reading Buses and Bluestar, Northcord Model Company is releasing the tenth and eleventh versions - UKBUS6508A and UKBUS6508B - in the livery of Platinum X1 of National Express West Midlands.
UKBUS6508A / 6508B represents fleet number 6843 (SN66 WFM) that has 10.9 metre, single door bodywork and was new to National Express West Midlands in 2017. 6843 carries a full and colourfully branded livery for Platinum X1. The special, comprehensive livery and branding are 100% reproduced onto the UKBUS6508A and 6508B models.
The stand-out features of the branding are : "Birmingham I NEC & Airport I Coventry", "up to every 20 minutes" frequency, and the prominent route number "X1" along with the key locations served that are repeated on each side ("Fast via Coventry Road) and on the front, upper windscreen and the rear (Fast between Sheldon, Yardley, Birmingham City Centre"). Fares details are carried in the first nearside window. On the nearside panels and engine access door, wording refers to the extra legroom available on board in addition to the "comfier seats" whilst the offside advertises the "greener emissions, free WiFi and next stop announcements".
The model also correctly portrays the name "Connie" that is carried on the front, below the windscreen on the nearside, and on the rear, at the top of the engine cover on the offside, of the bus 6843.
Both UKBUS6508A and 6508B operate on route X1. UKBUS6508A is showing the destination Coventry, whilst UKBUS6508B shows Birmingham.
The Alexander Dennis Enviro400 MMC UKBUS6508A / 6508B is a one-piece casting whose clean lines accentuate the square, gasket-mounted windows and the livery application on which all logos and lettering are clearly legible. Another main feature on the UKBUS6508A / 6508B models is the provision of a single tree protector at the front. The front dome on the model is significant, with curved windscreens on both upper deck and lower deck.
Northcord Model Company is also creating new design standards within the interior of both saloons. These features, inside the compartments, will represent the real, outstanding layout of the Enviro400 MMC, such as the extensive portrayal of handrails on upper deck and lower deck, etc.
The brand new 10.9 metre Enviro400 MMC bus models will be distributed by John Ayrey Die-Casts Limited (UK), Porte Publishing Company (Japan), 80M Bus Model Shop and Concorde Hobby Shop (HK) respectively. The UKBUS6508A and 6508B models are each limited to 600 pieces worldwide respectively.
http://www.britishmodelbuses.com/LargeImages/NorthcordModelCompany/UKBUS6508A_ADL%20Enviro400%20MMC_National%20Express%20West%20Midlands_Large.jpg
http://www.britishmodelbuses.com/LargeImages/NorthcordModelCompany/UKBUS6508B_ADL%20Enviro400%20MMC_National%20Express%20West%20Midlands_Large.jpg
http://www.britishmodelbuses.com/LargeImages/NorthcordModelCompany/ukbus6508A_6508B_Packing_Large.jpg
Birmingham's Ian Allan Book & Model shop set to close in two days :(
No model buses in sight, but all remaining stock (books, etc...) seemingly reduced to 75% off
Quote from: CL on September 12, 2019, 11:55:30 AM
Birmingham's Ian Allan Book & Model shop set to close in two days :(
No model buses in sight, but all remaining stock (books, etc...) seemingly reduced to 75% off
Bloody hell! I've spent many long hours in there man and boy - in fact it's partly responsible for my bus hobby. Unfortunately, it's a niche store which hasc probably been hit by online sales.
Good luck to the departing staff.
Forward Models, who produced the models of the Birmingham Standards, has announced that it is closing down.
https://www.forwardmodels.net/Forward-Models-at-the-terminus.html
Quote from: Roy on September 15, 2019, 10:51:00 AM
Forward Models, who produced the models of the Birmingham Standards, has announced that it is closing down.
https://www.forwardmodels.net/Forward-Models-at-the-terminus.html
With Rapido producing their fancy models from scanning real vehicles, I've been expecting this for a while. Sad news.
Quote from: British Model BusesNORTHCORD MODEL COMPANY - PRESS RELEASE
The following press release has been received a few minutes ago from the Northcord Model Company:
Herewith we itemise an update on likely release dates and status for announced models in the UKBUS1500 and UKBUS6500 range. In addition, nine further future releases are announced.
Production delays due to shortage of appropriate labour in all factories in southern China are affecting many manufacturers and it is appropriate that NMC should advise you accordingly. Furthermore, the usual delays will be accommodated due to the return of factory staff to their provinces during Lunar New Year and the resultant need to recruit staff to replace those who do not return to the factories.
UKBUS1500 Range
NMC will relaunch the model based on the casting of the Alexander ALX400 – bodied Dennis Trident opentop in 2020.
UKBUS1501 – megasightseeing.com (18496 – LX06AHC)
UKBUS1502 – Stagecoach North West "the White Lady" (17012 – S812BWC)
The pre-production samples of both items for checking are in the course of being prepared with an anticipated production slot being available during early April 2020.
UKBUS6500 Range
UKBUS6516 – Stagecoach South Gold (10770 – SN66VYR): production is scheduled for completion by early January 2020.
UKBUS0063 – Ensign Bus (132 – YX66WLH): production is scheduled for completion by the end of January 2020.
UKBUS6519 – Stagecoach Oxford Gold (10786 – SN66VZH): production is scheduled for completion by early March 2020.
UKBUS6520 – Stagecoach South 700 Coastliner (10942 – SN18KNF): pre-production samples for checking are in the course of being prepared with an anticipated production slot being available during early June 2020.
KBUS6521 – Xplore Dundee (6695 – SK68MBO) pre-production samples for checking are in the course of being prepared with an anticipated production slot being available during early May 2020.
IEBUS0005 – Dublin Bus (AH1 – 191-D-44403) pre-production samples for checking are in the course of being prepared with an anticipated production slot being available during late June 2020.
UKBUS6524 – Stagecoach North West 555 Lakes Connection (10555 – SN16ONX): pre-production samples for checking are in the course of being prepared with an anticipated production slot being available during early July 2020.
UKBUS6526 – National Express West Midlands (6937 – SK68MJE) pre-production samples for checking are in the course of being prepared with an anticipated production slot being available during early August 2020.
Lovely to see other models in the scope for Northcord - other than the MMC.
Then again, two new National Express Group models lined up has given me something to look forward to! The Dundee model in particular has cleared up some of my suspicions.. (There's been a photo or two of the pre-production model on the careers site since it was updated - albeit missing the front glazing)
https://careers.nationalexpress.com/
Quote from: CL on January 07, 2020, 09:10:34 PM
Lovely to see other models in the scope for Northcord - other than the MMC.
Then again, two new National Express Group models lined up has given me something to look forward to! The Dundee model in particular has cleared up some of my suspicions.. (There's been a photo or two of the pre-production model on the careers site since it was updated - albeit missing the front glazing)
https://careers.nationalexpress.com/
In think those are Photoshop more than prototype, I am expecting the first pre production in a few weeks
Quote from: Tony on January 07, 2020, 10:04:50 PM
In think those are Photoshop more than prototype, I am expecting the first pre production in a few weeks
The Dundee and Kings Ferry ones are 100% Photoshops, just from having a quick look.
Since Northcord are doing the E400 MMC model, I wonder if they will be starting to do the E400 City variant and E200 MMC?
Quote from: SL 16 YPN on February 03, 2020, 09:08:02 PM
Since Northcord are doing the E400 MMC model, I wonder if they will be starting to do the E400 City variant and E200 MMC?
@SL 16 YPN Wonder no more! Talk about good timing ;)
Here's a press release from only a few hours ago..
Quote from: Concorde Hobby Shop on FacebookNORTHCORD MODEL COMPANY- PRESS RELEASE
May be published in full or in précis
Date: 4th February 2020
NEW CASTING
ukbus 6800 ADL Enviro400City on Trident 2 & BYD Chassis
Northcord Model Company is now pleased to announce that the company has successfully concluded its licensing negotiations with Alexander Dennis Limited (ADL) and has been authorised to model the Enviro400 "City" body based on both the Dennis Trident 2 chassis and the BYD chassis, the latter named as the Enviro400EV.
Northcord Model Company had developed the ADL Enviro400MMC models (ukbus 6500 series) since January 2018, and during the two years since then, more than 15,000 units of ukbus 6500 bus models have been produced. All ukbus 6500 series models have gained excellent success and reputation worldwide, and especially in both the Hong Kong and UK markets.
The first production model of the brand-new casting should be available in the United Kingdom by the end of the fourth quarter in 2020. As the Enviro400City is developed from the former Enviro400 series, Northcord Model Company will put the new products into a new sub-series categorised ukbus 6800 et seq, as a continuation from the current ukbus 6500 model range, and the ukbus 6000 range before that. The collectors will therefore recognise these models as the follow up version within the ADL Enviro400 double deck bus family.
The newly developed comprehensive casting will initially include the following versions of Britain's best-selling double-deck buses:
1. 10.8 metre 1 & 2 door BYD-chassised Enviro400 City
2. 10.9 metre 1 & 2 door Enviro400 City Trident 2-chassised to follow as a continuation of the previous Enviro400 MMC Licence Agreement.
Northcord Model Company will make an announcement in detail about planned liveries and model dimensions nearer to its launch date. The range will be expanded with the shorter versions of each type in due course.
NMC is currently engaged in researching and negotiating licensing with Scania for the possibility of utilising the Trident 2 Enviro400City body as the basis for a Scania N280UD derivation that will, of course, be listed within the ukbus00xx range due to the different wheelbase and front and rear overhang dimensions compared to the Trident 2 variant. Whilst the metal parts of the body will be those of the Trident 2, the glazing will be to the discrete design as applied to the Scania. These buses are being taken by a number of high-profile fleets such as Nottingham, in its variety of route branding colours, and various First fleets, and production of all NMC models is subject to end user agreement, of course.
NB : As a footnote to the previously advised plans and dates for 2020 model releases, NMC wishes to advise retailers and collectors that, due to some severe travel restrictions to and within Mainland China in order to attempt to slow down the spread of the Coronavirus, the factory will not resume manufacture for at least a further week following the traditional LNY holiday period. This will have a knock-on effect by delaying when the models will be released following production.
Northcord Model Company (NMC)
------The World's Miniature Bus Co.
Quote from: CL on February 04, 2020, 11:11:58 AM
@SL 16 YPN Wonder no more! Talk about good timing ;)
Here's a press release from only a few hours ago..
😂 well hope they do the NX Electrics one 😀
Following its announcement nearly 1½ years ago; the Rapido Trains' Fleetline still in the works! (CAD image is quite a scroll down)
https://myemail.constantcontact.com/Rapido-News-124---New-Steam-Heaters--Buses--Videos-and-a-SALE-.html?soid=1101318906379&aid=thmHTnwYksI
Design completed & now in for tooling. Full announcement expected in the summer! Worth mentioning that the link above is almost a month old; so not too long a wait, hopefully! ;D
I just hope there's not too many second hand operator liveries to begin with. I'd love for all WMPTE, WMT, grey, red stripe.
I'd imagine the initial release will just see WMPTE and WMT blue and cream variations.
Quote from: Gareth on May 19, 2020, 11:25:44 PM
I just hope there's not too many second hand operator liveries to begin with. I'd love for all WMPTE, WMT, grey, red stripe.
I'd imagine the initial release will just see WMPTE and WMT blue and cream variations.
Hopefully they won't release too many at one go as they did with the Guy and spread the releases over a period of time or else many people will be bankrupt trying to buy them all before they disappear.
Promising stuff! First look pictures of Rapido's Fleetline
https://www.world-of-railways.co.uk/news/first-photos-of-rapidos-leyland-fleetline-bus/
Photos of the first pre-production model of 6695
http://wmbusphotos.com/models/6695.html
Comments welcome
(already know about tree deflector and wrong colour headlight surrounds)
Does anyone know what happened to http://wmbusphotos.com/models/nxwm4780.html
I see that very few pre production models are out there but why didn't this go into production?
Rapido has announced some of the fleet numbers/routes and liveries of their Fleetlines due in 2021.
https://rapidotrains.co.uk/fleetline/
It has also announced a new batch of Birmingham Standards for 2021 with new fleet numbers and routes.
https://rapidotrains.co.uk/birmingham-guy-arab-iv-bus/
They are fantastic! Love them all. A shame there's no proper WH example, but I'll settle for the excellent looking 7000!
Quote from: Gareth on December 01, 2020, 04:19:04 PM
They are fantastic! Love them all. A shame there's no proper WH example, but I'll settle for the excellent looking 7000!
I'm not much of an expert on bus models - but modelling the standard PTE Fleetline must be quite tricky, with its curves and angles.
Hi
@Tony, just wondering if there's any update on an ETA for the Xplore Emerald E400MMC, it must be due about now.
Quote from: DavieDD2 on December 02, 2020, 11:04:08 PM
Hi @Tony, just wondering if there's any update on an ETA for the Xplore Emerald E400MMC, it must be due about now.
NX freebies arrived yesterday by airmail. Ones for sale will be a few weeks away on a boat
TTC Diecast has commissioned 4 extra Rapido Fleetlines which are exclusive to them. They are 6537 in WMPTE livery (9 Quinton), and three in 1977 Queen's Silver Jubilee livery - 6431 (service 501), 6432 (service 9) and 6433 (service 14). Details are on their website in the Rapido section.
I have put an 'as new' model of MCW Metrobus 3033 in West Bromwich livery on ebay if anyone is interested
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/334021133245
Quote from: Tony on May 30, 2021, 05:50:20 PM
I have put an 'as new' model of MCW Metrobus 3033 in West Bromwich livery on ebay if anyone is interested
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/334021133245
That one soon sold, so I have now put a Post Office liveried Mark 1 Metrobus (2322) on
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/334021273987
Quote from: Tony on May 30, 2021, 07:12:29 PM
That one soon sold, so I have now put a Post Office liveried Mark 1 Metrobus (2322) on
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/334021273987
Got any newer ones?
Quote from: BN on May 30, 2021, 08:19:02 PM
Got any newer ones?
Quite a few will be for sale in the next couple of weeks. I have about 30 in my office at BC but can't remember what they all are
Quote from: Tony on May 30, 2021, 08:42:06 PM
Quite a few will be for sale in the next couple of weeks. I have about 30 in my office at BC but can't remember what they all are
DMS on ebay now
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/334022220294
I have put 4 more models on ebay tonight if anyone is interested
Van Hool Alizee P111SAS in Speedlink livery https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/334023745411
Metrobus 2477 in Hitachi livery https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/334023757544
Metrobus 3088 in Birmingham livery (professional repaint) - https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/334023819472
Metrobus 2856 in Birmingham livery (professional repaint) - https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/334023814295
Random question but when a new bus model comes out in the livery of an old operator, such as Birmingham City Transport or WMPTE, does the manufacturer pay royalties (or similar) to the modern day company, eg NXWM?
Quote from: j789 on June 02, 2021, 03:12:41 PM
Random question but when a new bus model comes out in the livery of an old operator, such as Birmingham City Transport or WMPTE, does the manufacturer pay royalties (or similar) to the modern day company, eg NXWM?
At NX we give the model manufacturer the authority to produce them and normally get a small number of free models, but no royalties are oaid
Quote from: Tony on June 02, 2021, 03:54:37 PM
At NX we give the model manufacturer the authority to produce them and normally get a small number of free models, but no royalties are oaid
Thanks for answering my question.
Is there any particular reason why there are no EFE models (eg on the Fleetline) with WMPTE, WMT or TWM livery. It always stood out to me how they made models for their predecessors like BCT but never the later liveries.
More buses on ebay
Metrobus 3043 on the 14 route https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/334025078692
Metrobus 2801 on the 45 route https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/334025089303
Lynx 1290 on the 65 route https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/334025100262
National Express Bova V10NAT https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/334025107829
More buses on ebay
Travel Coventry trident 4396 https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/334026551189
Metrobus 2962 https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/334026557993
Rare Multipart promotional metrobus https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/334026565856
Plaxton Premiere in NX Royal British legion livery https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/334026583085
Plaxton Premiere in NX poppy appeal livery https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/334026590187
Quote from: Tony on June 03, 2021, 06:42:08 PM
More buses on ebay
Travel Coventry trident 4396 https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/334026551189
Metrobus 2962 https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/334026557993
Rare Multipart promotional metrobus https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/334026565856
Plaxton Premiere in NX Royal British legion livery https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/334026583085
Plaxton Premiere in NX poppy appeal livery https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/334026590187
Newer please
Quote from: BN on June 03, 2021, 07:02:56 PM
Newer please
Not selling my couple of rare newer ones, That Travel Coventry is the newest.
My Scania Omnicity is the rarest as only 10 ever produced and that one isn't going anywhere.
Hopefully some 6937 models coming soon though
Quote from: Tony on June 03, 2021, 07:04:57 PM
Not selling my couple of rare newer ones, That Travel Coventry is the newest.
My Scania Omnicity is the rarest as only 10 ever produced and that one isn't going anywhere.
Hopefully some 6937 models coming soon though
Is it a NX OmniCity model? If so, I'd love to see some photos if you don't mind sharing them please.
Quote from: DJ on June 03, 2021, 07:56:01 PM
Is it a NX OmniCity model? If so, I'd love to see some photos if you don't mind sharing them please.
There's some here
http://wmbusphotos.com/models/nxwm4780.html
Quote from: Tony on June 03, 2021, 07:59:12 PM
There's some here
http://wmbusphotos.com/models/nxwm4780.html
Thanks, that looks brilliant. Shame it wasn't put into production.
Next 5 models for sale
Travel Merry Hill Mercedes Vario 259 https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/334027895266
Travel West Midlands Optare Solo 315 https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/334027891662
Travel London Optare Solo 240 https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/334027878557
Mobile Bus & Coach Metrobus https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/334027904252
National Express Bova Futura https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/334027910325
Two more on today
Another Leyland Lynx after the first one sold
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/334028984433
And an ESOP green Metrobus
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/334029001942
One last one today
Metrobus 2683 https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/334029062154
Quote from: Tony on June 05, 2021, 04:52:25 PM
One last one today
Metrobus 2683 https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/334029062154
Wow someone had that one within 30 minutes of you posting here.
Quote from: ellspurs on June 05, 2021, 06:10:18 PM
Wow someone had that one within 30 minutes of you posting here.
Yes, made me an offer above my expected sale price
I have put one of the rarer genuine heritage collection BCT livery metrobuses on ebay tonight
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/334033159269
Photos of pre-production 6937 have emerged
https://www.instagram.com/p/CVf0hpxqxUC/?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet
Quote from: CL on October 26, 2021, 05:19:13 PM
Photos of pre-production 6937 have emerged
https://www.instagram.com/p/CVf0hpxqxUC/?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet
Yes, as you can see I posted them originally, once I have shrunk them I will put all 4 on here
Photo 1 - nearside
Offside
Front
Rear
Any comments welcome before the productiion run
Just seen a production model of 6937 in person; wouldn't think it'll be long until the retailers get their stock
Quote from: CL on February 02, 2022, 02:34:41 PM
Just seen a production model of 6937 in person; wouldn't think it'll be long until the retailers get their stock
Couple of months.
Rapido Trains UK has announced that their next models will be Mark 1 and Mark 2 Leyland Nationals. https://rapidotrains.co.uk/leyland-national-bus/
Quote from: Roy on April 22, 2022, 04:24:34 PMRapido Trains UK has announced that their next models will be Mark 1 and Mark 2 Leyland Nationals. https://rapidotrains.co.uk/leyland-national-bus/
Excellent news! I hope we get a variety of WM liveries.
Quote from: Gareth on April 22, 2022, 05:42:54 PMExcellent news! I hope we get a variety of WM liveries.
Only if people ask for them. That's going to be the difference with this run of buses they are only going to tool for what people ask for so if you don't ask for MRW or WM liveries then they won't exist. Which I think is a good way to make sure you don't have sheds of models hanging around.
Pensnett X10 model bus 6937 is now available from YWBC
Quote from: karl724223 on May 19, 2022, 02:35:38 PMPensnett X10 model bus 6937 is now available from YWBC
Got mine today direct from TTC Diecast