Digging into the mould vaults, GMP is back with a blast from the past, welcome the 1:18 scale Pontiac GTO based on the 2006 car. In addition to diecast metal panels and a full 350 access model, the piece provides an adequately detailed look at the 6.0 LS2 V8 engine. Two colours will be made available, they include Black and Red. Suggested retail $139.99 US. Both specimens should arrive in November 2022.
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One of the negative drawbacks to recycling molds from 15 years ago is that often times, you still get those rough-around-the-edges issues that were more of the norm from the hobby during that time period. I know this one has carpeting and likely a feel touch ups, but the overall shape of the car itself is a bit off.
I wish AutoArt attempted this with their old Holden mold, but with Pontiac touches. That would’ve been the proper GTO.
I feel like this one was made for someone who regretted not buying one brand new 15 years ago. And at $139 suggested retail price.. that’s a bit steep for carpeted interior on an old mold.
Better still, I’d love to see Autoart make in 1/18, the PONTIAC G8 in black WITH FULLY OPENING PARTS
Agreed AA would make the better GTO model. As a Holden nut (and 1:1 G8 owner) I think Biante/Apex (owned by Downies) would be the best manufacturer to make the G8 happen. Or even just a road going VE Commodore besides the Apex mold HSV W427, such as an SSV. Heck I would settle for a resin closed body G8 even. Anyone else out there want to make it?!
Agreed. The model does show its age as it is not polished as one would say.
i rather would like to see AA making updated version of HSV GTO… just because the US (Pontiac) version is just plain ugly…
To each his own, butI say Autoart should make both for those who either prefer the HSV or the Pontiac. I prefer the Pontiac. Especially for the glory of the fact that this was Pontiac’s last model before GM murdered the marquee
I agree with both of you actually.. in fact I want one so badly that I’m willing to compromise and call it a deal if they make a LHD Holden.. that would make it closer to a Pontiac for me.
I personally prefer it with the Pontiac fascia. It makes it look sharper IMO. Plus I also love the Pontiac logo, even though I know that’s superficial
Beautiful!!! Underrated car!!! I have the Monaro by AA. Nice model and it keeps his age well