Now this is a cool surprise from the Kyosho team, a first look at their new project the 1:18 Bugatti Chiron. Nice to see they are doing something different than their immediate competition! The model comes from their OUSIA series, which means diecast and closed-body design. Two colours are scheduled for release in early 2017, they include the feature colour Blue and Black and all Black. Based on the initial images of the pre-production hand-sample the model does look promising. We see metal grilles front and rear. On the flip side we would consider lowering the overall stance a few millimeters.
Product# C09548BBK / C09548BK
Burago openable toy, Kyosho Ousia sealed diecast, MR sealed resin … how I wish back the times in which waiting for the sure-to-come AUTOart diecast Bugatti was a no-brainer.
Well maybe the model will be completed in metal, since the colours are deep and rich, something that has been missing from most of their composite series models. Fingers crossed!
I wouldn’t be so fast in condemning the Bburago. Their Ferrari Signature models are truly good, and even their standard range is improving by the day. Their Chiron will be 1:18 PLUS.
But as for a sealed one, well, boo.
Apart from the rims, this doesn’t actually look any better than the Bburago. I know it’s only a first look, but if I was buying a Chiron I wouldn’t pay more than twice as much to have this version.
The Chiron will be a huge deal for AutoArt like the Veyron was (and somehow still is) and they’ll have enough data points about the whole “plastic-composite experiment” to take advised decisions about what material to choose and which specific market they want to tackle. By the time it is developed the market might be saturated with sealed models from medium to high end plus the opening Burago. So I sincerely hope they will make the right choice and opt for quality (opening) diecast.
While reading all these comments ,one thing becomes abundantly clear …….There seems to be agreement on a few points. One, is that Chiron is a very desirable car that most agree is the kind of car that is Autoart’s meat and potato’s. They will undoubtedly produce (dare I say) the best version of this car ! (As they often do) Second, is everyone is glad that Burago has at last stepped up its game with its Signature series, and is now making diecast’s with a higher grade of material and better detailing , but finally ,and most importantly IT SEEMS that like myself everyone here is unhappy about the deluge of resin sealed pieces…..These curbside models no matter how pretty they are, for someone like myself who has always loved the miniaturization of mechanical things the movable and working aspects of these models, or finger-fun as Joe Kelly Jr. (Car room and Diecast X) always put it the ability to open a door and really examine interiors, or flip down a sun visor , or especially to position front wheels indicating movement is paramount to the experience and my enjoyment of a diecast piece It’s my hope that those who share that particular p.o.v. about diecast VS. resin make their preference known to manufacturers of the companies you like.
Well stated. Also, there is a much more “permanent” stature to a diecast, something a lump of plastic can never achieve.
Bburago/maisto version is the perfect base to start from I think….I’ve completed 3 different projects and every one of them looks far better than what is presented here. Panel gaps on the model are good in my opinion and with a bit of love or a complete overhaul, I’ve turned $14.00 models into real gems. While this model and the ones from other Resin makers might have some greater details like real grills and such, their high costs just dont seem justifiable in my eyes….and they are completely sealed. That’s just my two cents…..
I agree ,like yourself I’ve also had the joy of taking a lower priced diecast and if it has the basic elements and reasonable paint,with an entire engine block,instead of just a top facade with the carb and valve covers set in a plastic mold. I will set about an upgrade in whatever way my skills will permit . Painting body lines left out , using pic’s of engines to supply hoses , plugs wires and other details using discarded electronics(stereo’s , vcr’s etc.) to get tiny thin multi colored wires perfectly in scale instead of oversized which look clunky thick and altogether wrong. I’ve only recently discovered Transkits ,having up to now always finding pieces of old watches , lighters, and whatever other crap I find around the house. Also searching out craft and .99 cent stores in order to fabricate parts including noble materials wherever possible.Forming them with my trusty old Dremel . Here’s another little hint crinalin, ya know, the crap they make petticoats out of (ask your mom ,or girlfriend) this stuff makes great fine screening. It’s stiff, but bendable and can be painted and formed .Used right it beats the hell out of metal screen …..NO BLEEDING !! Anyway these improvements will please the hell out of anyone, and the more you do the better you get.! The whole point I guess IS that Resin also does not allow for this kind of engagement with a piece…….I have to believe that a lot of us , especially us old guys started out building models. I no longer have the time space or inclination for that, besides I prefer metal to plastic . Look I can’t say that resin doesn’t make for some beautiful models, but for a whole host of reasons ,especially involvement, and engagement and of course PRICE….As if I haven’t said it before DIECAST has a much wider range of potential than as George K. put it , and I’ll include 1 word, an INERT lump of plastic !! I don’t resist change, but its gotta be for the better !!