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Post by Albert on Mar 22, 2004 23:01:10 GMT 1
In the last times I have found Herpa models with slight differences and details. Differences that I think were not in the standard programs. Do you know about other models?
Mini Cooper with 2x fog lights on the front bumper.
Mini Cooper with 4x fog lights on the front bumper.
Right hand drive Mini Cooper.
Right hand drive Range Rover.
Renault 4 with blinded window.
Volkswagen Golf III CL 2 door with black bumpers and steel rims.
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Post by cfesmire on Mar 23, 2004 3:02:11 GMT 1
I guess Herpas differences in these 2 are the differences one sees in the real thing(s) but basically the same body:
VW Touareg
Porsche Cayenne
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Post by BillC on Mar 23, 2004 9:55:15 GMT 1
I guess Herpas differences in these 2 are the differences one sees in the real thing(s) but basically the same body: VW Touareg Porsche Cayenne There's also a difference in that the Touareg is made by Wiking and the Cayenne by Herpa.  Speaking of the Touareg, the promotional version came with the roof spoiler while the regular production model had a smooth roof. |
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Post by cfesmire on Mar 23, 2004 13:48:23 GMT 1
Ooops! my apologies.
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Post by Marc S. on Mar 23, 2004 14:34:26 GMT 1
Speaking of the Touareg, the promotional version came with the roof spoiler That would be the roof rack. The parts can be moved close to each other for slightly better (rather: less bad) aerodynamics when the rack is not in use. By the way, the 807's Tow-areg comes with the rack. As for slightly different Herpa models, there is a "Classic Fun" Mercedes A-Class and the 007-BMW 7-series (James Bond three-car set). Their wheels were only used for the promotional model, but never again. Marc |
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Post by BillC on Mar 23, 2004 14:39:58 GMT 1
Thanks, Marc!
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Post by Albert on Mar 23, 2004 23:46:26 GMT 1
, there is a "Classic Fun" Mercedes A-Class and the 007-BMW 7-series (James Bond three-car set). Their wheels were only used for the promotional model, but never again.Marc Interesting. I hadn´t noticed these differences. The wheels in the A-class where used in any other miniature? |
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Post by skunk on Mar 24, 2004 3:22:23 GMT 1
I just bought a bunch of Herpa 2CV's because I wanted to use their wheels for some Norev conversions. Of course, I hadn't noticed that the wheels were simple flat black items on older 2CV's... The seller only offered pictures from head on.  This is an internal difference: Got a PC F40 (GT Superturismo version) that I love; sadly the wheel under the front lid has a different rim and is not chromed. Slackers. |
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Post by skunk on Mar 24, 2004 3:25:25 GMT 1
I also was not aware that Herpa ever made RHD versions, the only company I heard of before that offered both LHD and RHD versions was Rietze, on their Escort. Interesting. I converted a Herpa Mini to RHD, now I feel that my work was slightly pointless.
What did the rims on the 007 BMW 7 and the A-class look like?
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Post by Marc S. on Mar 24, 2004 9:17:57 GMT 1
The wheels in the A-class where used in any other miniature? Albert, The A-Class "Classic Fun" promotional model (the last promo before M-B facelifted the prototype) in dark metallic blue-grey came with AMG-style five-arm wheels. I have never seen these on any other Herpa model, not even another A-Class. They differ from both the Classic and the Avantgarde wheels the pre- and post-facelift A-Classes wear. The James-Bond 750i (they call it iL, but is has the short wheelbase) comes with BMW M-style wheels, rather similar to the M-style accessories set Automobilia offers. It looks just like the prototype in "Tomorrow never dies". The wheels were only used once on that E38 (7 Mk3). Marc |
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Post by skunk on Mar 24, 2004 9:31:40 GMT 1
Found another subtly modified Herpa that I had forgotten about:
The Puch 300GE. I am bidding on one right now, but I don't know if it has the right badgework or not? Is it worth my while?
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Post by Marc S. on Mar 24, 2004 10:16:27 GMT 1
Skunk,
The Puch G exists in metallic silver (nothing special; sold regularly in Austria) and dark metallic green-grey (rather rare promotional model), both of them in PC box. The badge is the correct one for Daimler-Steyr-Puch. If you have a chance to get the greenish one, take it!
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Post by skunk on Mar 24, 2004 21:40:17 GMT 1
It is silver of course. Luckily, I only want it for my own enjoyment and so it doesn't really make a difference.
thank you for the info. How common was the Puch in Switzerland (I will one day work on a Swiss diorama ten years in the making)?
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Post by Albert on Mar 25, 2004 16:33:50 GMT 1
I also was not aware that Herpa ever made RHD versions, I wonder if Herpa have done any other RHD models. (Transit, Capri..?) The A-Class "Classic Fun" promotional model ... in dark metallic blue-grey came with AMG-style five-arm wheels. The James-Bond 750i comes with BMW M-style wheels, I am intringuish about teh A -classe. Will look for it at Ebay  The Puch G exists in metallic silver (nothing special; sold regularly in Austria) and dark metallic green-grey (rather rare promotional model), Yes, the Puch, a nice variation. I have 2 Puch in green and never have seen it in silver. So have I got the rare version two times? If Herpa have made RHD cars and have modified the badge in the MB-G, they could have done Vauxhall models too.  |
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Post by skunk on Mar 26, 2004 0:02:33 GMT 1
Yes, the Puch, a nice variation. I have 2 Puch in green and never have seen it in silver. So have I got the rare version two times? If Herpa have made RHD cars and have modified the badge in the MB-G, they could have done Vauxhall models too. I'll be happy to trade you the silver one for a green one... I'll pay for the shipping to make up for the difference in value  Regarding the Vauxhalls, I do not think they consider it worthwhile. I remember reading somewhere on the board that 85% of Herpa's car sales were in Germany and Austria, implying that Austrians bought a substantial number of cars. Are there any Austrian members of the board that could expand? |
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