Welcome the new series called “Bespoke Collection” from GreenLight. What is Bespoke Collection, as defined by GreenLights, Fine, Resin, Automobiles. By early 2020 we should see two models come to market, both in 1:12 scale, they are the The A-Team (1983-87 TV Series) – 1983 GMC Vandura and Gone in Sixty Seconds (2000) – 1967 Ford Mustang “Eleanor”.
Each sell for a suggested retail of $399.99 US or about $529 CND. That’s a hefty price tag for a resin and sealed item, especially when the likes of OttOmobile and GT Spirit retail items of 1:12 scale starting around $230 CND. That is more than double! I hope these “delicately developed models” are all that and more. The collection isn’t limited to 1:12 scale only, so fans of 1:18 or possibly smaller can hopefully have a taste as well. Looking forward to the new releases come January. We have the complete press release below:
“Indianapolis (July 22, 2019) – Introducing Bespoke Collection by GreenLight Collectibles, a brand-new product line launching in early-2020, bringing fine resin automobiles to the collector market with the GreenLight Hollywood touch, starting with initial product launches in 1:12th scale.
The first two models from Bespoke Collection by GreenLight will be:
– 12101 1:12 Bespoke Collection – 1:12 The A-Team (1983-87 TV Series) – 1983 GMC Vandura
– 12102 1:12 Bespoke Collection – 1:12 Gone in Sixty Seconds (2000) – 1967 Ford Mustang “Eleanor”
“We carefully studied our licensing portfolio and considered all licensing partners when formulating the best approach for the launch of Bespoke Collection by GreenLight”, said Russell Hughes, President of GreenLight Collectibles. “With the amazing fan support we’ve seen from The A-Team and Gone in Sixty Seconds enthusiasts over the years, we couldn’t have launched the Bespoke Collection by GreenLight program with any better support and market appeal”.
MSRP for these models will be US$399.99 per unit. Master cases, from a business-to-business perspective, will be 4 pieces per master. These delicately developed models will be delivered with 1:12 scale limited edition polystone cast resin bodies. These 15+ inch masterpieces features perfectly detailed bodywork, serialized metal plaques on the chassis and will come packaged in polyfoam, with closed box presentation that will contain eloquently developed artwork to preserve the models for years to come.
First models have an expected arrival date of January 2020″
I admire Greenlight quite a bit; for their dedication to movie cars, for keeping the diecast flames burning, and for turning out cars somewhat outside of the norm (like their Furys/Monacos/Coronets, their Broncos, re-releasing the Hwy 61 molds)… but I’m a bit mystified by this 1/12 trend. Several makers are releasing new 1/12s, especially sealed resins, and I don’t understand why. No matter the manufacturer, most of the 1/12 subjects have already been done, and done well, in 1/18 scale. Does anyone look at a 1/18 and say to themselves, “I wish this was bigger, but with no opening features?” The Eleanor Mustang, okay, it’s a sexy car, but the Vandura? I’m not trying to take anything away from the A-Team show or its fans, but this is going to be a big box you can’t open. A sexy box, sure, but you won’t be able to look inside to see the A-Team all hunkered down inside, or even the furnishings… you’ll be able to see a little bit between the front seats, through the windshield. Am I missing something? This is genuine curiosity, I’m not trying to poke fun or mock anyone. :)
Zack, we’re just as puzzled as you are!