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360driver
Netherlands
454 Posts |
 Posted - 09/18/2010 : 08:13:32
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Hi guys,
I have a 599 GTO on pre order from Mike by make up, but he told me that it might take a while since the 599 is not very polular in the east.
So now my question is: which 599 GTO should I get: the Looksmart or the BBR?
Please advise me.......I haven't seen both yet in real life only on pics....
Thanks!
Mark |
Edited by - 360driver on 09/18/2010 08:14:03 |
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ferrari4evr1
USA
297 Posts |
Posted - 09/18/2010 : 08:33:09
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quote:
Originally posted by 360driver
Hi guys,
I have a 599 GTO on pre order from Mike by make up, but he told me that it might take a while since the 599 is not very polular in the east.
So now my question is: which 599 GTO should I get: the Looksmart or the BBR?
Please advise me.......I haven't seen both yet in real life only on pics....
Thanks!
Mark
Hey Mark, Paolo purchased a white 599 GTO from MR Collection and it is beautiful. He posted pictures here:
http://miniwerks.com/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=145&whichpage=8
I am sure he can comment more about it but from the pictures he posted, it is a stunning example!!
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christian
Austria
443 Posts |
Posted - 09/18/2010 : 09:43:17
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I had 13/24 in my hands and the only thing I can say
WOW
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dino
Poland
23 Posts |
Posted - 09/18/2010 : 12:27:28
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I have 17/24 and I agree with James.
This is the best choice. |
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360driver
Netherlands
454 Posts |
Posted - 09/18/2010 : 12:44:13
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I have two issues with the MR:
first is the black strip around the doors.....i fond it too thick
Second is the interruption of the section mounted at the back
Both marked with yellow triangle......
The BBR version looks in this areas better to me so I think I choose the BBR.......
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ramapao69
Italy
512 Posts |
Posted - 09/18/2010 : 13:41:21
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quote:
Originally posted by 360driver
I have two issues with the MR:
first is the black strip around the doors.....i fond it too thick
Second is the interruption of the section mounted at the back
Both marked with yellow triangle......
The BBR version looks in this areas better to me so I think I choose the BBR.......
First i have to see the BBR one to see differences between the two models, and is always a matter of personal taste ( i usually prefer MR as shape of the car...even whith the 458 italia...), about the back section is a building defect that i've noticed as i make the photo...in the reality is not so marked....here is the other side photo to make you see that the other is perfect....it's a little mistake that makes me love this car more because is an handbuilt model.
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For me is a spectacular model.....
This is the right side and as you can see the defect ia absent...
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dave w
USA
30 Posts |
Posted - 09/18/2010 : 14:19:22
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I have both the Looksmart & BBR 599XX's. Although not the GTO, a few differences that have been pointed out to me:
The Looksmart has carbon fibre decals on the front splitter and rear spoiler & diffuser, as well as the dashboard & side mirrors, while the BBR has a a flat grey finish in most/all of these areas. It is a matter of opinion as to which is preferable however the real car has carbon fibre in these areas.
The front headlights on the Looksmart may be a little more accurate in that they should have the same crease (character line) that the front fenders have.
The side sliding windows on the BBR 599XX are nicer in my opinion as they are clear plastic like the real car, not photetched. (The GTO does not hae this type of window, however.
I assume some of the above differences will hold true for the 599 GTO's as well.
They are both very nice models
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360driver
Netherlands
454 Posts |
Posted - 09/19/2010 : 00:41:45
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| Thanks guys for all your input, but I hope you forgive me for choosing the BBR GTO......:-o |
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sash81
Austria
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Posted - 09/19/2010 : 02:50:02
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I bought the looksmart.
It's better in shape and the details.
I don't like the tires on the BBR.
And a big reason for me to choose a looksmart instead of the BBR-concepts is the new,very cheap looking display-case of the BBR's. |
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moriaan
Netherlands
510 Posts |
Posted - 09/19/2010 : 04:03:12
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| I would (am not) go for an MR, its gorgeous!! |
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aball
USA
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Posted - 10/06/2010 : 12:38:45
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| I have considered both extensively and am going with the Looksmart as well. I feel the details are more accurate and the wheels look just right. |
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360driver
Netherlands
454 Posts |
Posted - 02/06/2011 : 02:59:55
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hi guys,
I am now the owner of two 1:43 GTOs: one BBR and one looksmart........
an F1 red one (BBR) and my looksmart GTO is TDF Blue..... |
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Question 599 GTO 1:43
