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8801
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Mercedes SL 500 (R129) 1997 Revell 1:18
The Revell Mercedes SL 500 (R129) is a diecast metal model featuring removable top. Simplified and strong details like window frames in relief contribute to a model that can be used as a toy.
Codes and colors
M = Metallic
MM
8824
(1997)
(1998)
Model dimensions
Variation
Length
9.88 in / 251.0 mm
+0.4%
Width
3.98 in / 101.0 mm
+0.3%
Height
2.93 in / 74.5 mm
+4.3%
Wheelbase
5.49 in / 139.5 mm
-0.2%
Model details
Points
Proportions deviation
2.7
5
10
1:18 scale deviation
+1.1%
8
10
Body material
metal
8
8
Body quality
very good
6
8
Mold lines
0
8
8
Opening parts gap
small
4
6
Body:
39
50
Fixed side glasses
2 / 2
10
10
Door glasses
0
4
Windshield frame
-
10
10
Black frit band
0
6
Door glasses frame
in relief, not painted
2
10
B-pillars
realistic
10
10
Glasses and frames:
32
50
Plastics quality
good
6
10
Instrument panel
simple
4
10
Engine
detailed
4
8
Door locks
plastic, black colored
5
6
Blinkers
-
6
6
Labels
painted
4
6
Carpet
0
4
Small details:
29
50
Opening parts number
4 / 5
8
10
Roof up
4
4
Popup headlights
-
4
4
Door hinges
unrealistic
4
8
Door springs
0
6
Suspension springs
0
8
Steering
10
10
Movable parts:
30
50
200
130
Sum:
Pros
Cons
Precise diecast
Removable roof
Detailed front end
Limited choice of colors
Suspension springs missing
Front end clearance too big
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