Another classic from Amalgam comes in the form of the 1:8 scale Lotus 49B – 1968 Monaco GP Winner – Hill car. The example features some meticulous details with the series of photos providing some evidence. The Lotus 49B nose and tail do provide the collector access to the internal bits. This model from Amalgam comes in at $17,844 US.
About the Lotus 49B… “The Lotus 49 was designed by founder Colin Chapman and Maurice Philippe for racing in the 1967 Formula One season. Powered by the Cosworth DFV engine that powered most of the grid, it was one of the first Formula 1 cars to use a stressed-member drivetrain to reduce weight. Since then, virtually all F1 cars have been built this way. The 49B chassis was introduced during the 1968 season and would continue to be used into the 1970 season, whilst the 49C variant was introduced when its intended replacement, the Lotus 63, was a failure. A serial winner during its four-season lifespan, the 49 won its debut race with Jim Clark at the wheel and would go on to win twelve races, gain nine further podiums and win two Drivers’ and Constructors’ Championships for Team Lotus, before it was replaced by the Lotus 72.”
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It is very interesting, are there any owners of models from Amalgam on our forum?
You would be surprised who lurks in the background.
I have several …
As do I: but purchased them few years ago, before the price went atmospheric; that model could have been purchased for half that price then.
Amalgam’s models are always very interesting and impressive to look at, although clearly unaffordable to most hobbyists.
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The Amalgam site currently lists a number of models at $89 marked down from $299 with photos that would appear to be of their 5 figure models. Can anyone verify or comment?
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