Amalgam Collection, Porsche 356A 1:8 Model Car
A lot of cars can be called classics or highly desirable, but few have achieved the cult following required that they can be called a legend. The Porsche 356A Speedster is one of those such cars.
First produced in Austria from 1948-49 and then in Germany from 1950-55, the 356 was Porsche’s first production car. It was built specifically with speed in mind and, in an era when many other automotive manufacturers were employing larger engines to gain performance, Porsche concentrated on balance and lightness to achieve the same goals. Its elegant but aluminium body was manufactured by hand, weighing 160 kilograms less than the 356 Coupe.
The Speedster’s popularity has only strengthened since its introduction in the 1950s and it has become the object of affection for various replica companies in recent years. In the USA, the cost at its release was just 2,995 US dollars. Now, to purchase a genuine Speedster in pristine condition, the price point at auction would be expected to pass half a million dollars.
This fine 1:18 scale model is of the Type 2 (or ‘T2’) variant, revised in 1957 to incorporate its exhausts through the rear bumper over-riders. The Speedster version offered some significant differences to it coupé and cabriolet siblings, with a low removable windscreen for weekend racing, fixed bucket seats and side curtains instead of wind-up windows. The ‘T2’ also benefitted from a number of improvements to the gearbox, clutch and steering which made them easier and more pleasant to drive.
Note: This is a 'Kerbside' model and does not feature any moving parts.
Details
Limited Edition of 199 pieces
Bespoke Models can be built to the owner's specification
Each model hand-built and assembled by a small team of craftsmen
1:8 scale model, over 57 cms/22 inches long
Made using the finest quality materials
Over 5000 hours to develop the model
Over 500 hours to build each model
Thousands of precisely engineered parts: castings, photo-etchings and CNC machined metal components
Built using original CAD designs developed from a scan of an original car
Archive imagery, paint codes and material specifications supplied by Porsche
Designers: Amalgam Collection.
Producer: Amalgam Collection.
Manufactured: Bristol, United Kingdom.
Design Year: 2020’s.
Production Year: 2020’s
Type: Handmade Die-cast model.
About Amalgam
To create scale replica car models, Amalgam goes to great lengths to get the details right. Modern automobiles are made using original manufacturer CAD data, while the brand digitally scans the best examples of the classics it can find.
Amalgam are recognised worldwide as makers of the finest hand-made large scale models. Our work is unique in its attention to detail together with a focus on creating models that truly capture the style and spirit of each car. We have dedicated our energy and passion to achieving a level of accuracy, precision and excellence that raises the finished replica far above anything previously created.
Amalgam Collection occupies a unique place in the history of fine car models, fashioning unrivalled examples of the world’s most iconic and luxurious cars at scale. The only maker of model cars that can be considered alongside a maker of fine watches like Richard Mille, we have developed close partnerships with the world’s most important designers, engineers, drivers and manufacturer brands, not only delivering editions of models for their own internal use, but supplying development models, one-offs and displays of every kind. Every one of the models we make, whether it be for a private collector or a world-famous driver is the very best we can achieve with no effort or expense spared. We are continually striving to reach new levels of craftsmanship and to create masterpieces of model-making art with enduring value.
Price: INQUIRE
Contact us for more details or if you are looking for other model Amalgam Collectables.
Delivery:
We deliver worldwide, please contact us for a shipping equation.
Amalgam Collection, Porsche 356A 1:8 Model Car
A lot of cars can be called classics or highly desirable, but few have achieved the cult following required that they can be called a legend. The Porsche 356A Speedster is one of those such cars.
First produced in Austria from 1948-49 and then in Germany from 1950-55, the 356 was Porsche’s first production car. It was built specifically with speed in mind and, in an era when many other automotive manufacturers were employing larger engines to gain performance, Porsche concentrated on balance and lightness to achieve the same goals. Its elegant but aluminium body was manufactured by hand, weighing 160 kilograms less than the 356 Coupe.
The Speedster’s popularity has only strengthened since its introduction in the 1950s and it has become the object of affection for various replica companies in recent years. In the USA, the cost at its release was just 2,995 US dollars. Now, to purchase a genuine Speedster in pristine condition, the price point at auction would be expected to pass half a million dollars.
This fine 1:18 scale model is of the Type 2 (or ‘T2’) variant, revised in 1957 to incorporate its exhausts through the rear bumper over-riders. The Speedster version offered some significant differences to it coupé and cabriolet siblings, with a low removable windscreen for weekend racing, fixed bucket seats and side curtains instead of wind-up windows. The ‘T2’ also benefitted from a number of improvements to the gearbox, clutch and steering which made them easier and more pleasant to drive.
Note: This is a 'Kerbside' model and does not feature any moving parts.
Details
Limited Edition of 199 pieces
Bespoke Models can be built to the owner's specification
Each model hand-built and assembled by a small team of craftsmen
1:8 scale model, over 57 cms/22 inches long
Made using the finest quality materials
Over 5000 hours to develop the model
Over 500 hours to build each model
Thousands of precisely engineered parts: castings, photo-etchings and CNC machined metal components
Built using original CAD designs developed from a scan of an original car
Archive imagery, paint codes and material specifications supplied by Porsche
Designers: Amalgam Collection.
Producer: Amalgam Collection.
Manufactured: Bristol, United Kingdom.
Design Year: 2020’s.
Production Year: 2020’s
Type: Handmade Die-cast model.
About Amalgam
To create scale replica car models, Amalgam goes to great lengths to get the details right. Modern automobiles are made using original manufacturer CAD data, while the brand digitally scans the best examples of the classics it can find.
Amalgam are recognised worldwide as makers of the finest hand-made large scale models. Our work is unique in its attention to detail together with a focus on creating models that truly capture the style and spirit of each car. We have dedicated our energy and passion to achieving a level of accuracy, precision and excellence that raises the finished replica far above anything previously created.
Amalgam Collection occupies a unique place in the history of fine car models, fashioning unrivalled examples of the world’s most iconic and luxurious cars at scale. The only maker of model cars that can be considered alongside a maker of fine watches like Richard Mille, we have developed close partnerships with the world’s most important designers, engineers, drivers and manufacturer brands, not only delivering editions of models for their own internal use, but supplying development models, one-offs and displays of every kind. Every one of the models we make, whether it be for a private collector or a world-famous driver is the very best we can achieve with no effort or expense spared. We are continually striving to reach new levels of craftsmanship and to create masterpieces of model-making art with enduring value.
Price: INQUIRE
Contact us for more details or if you are looking for other model Amalgam Collectables.
Delivery:
We deliver worldwide, please contact us for a shipping equation.
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