M
1091
(2003)
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Volkswagen Golf GTI 1976 Sun Star 1:18
The Sun Star Volkswagen Golf GTI is a diecast metal model. While it captures the classic silhouette, it exhibits a notable scale deviation, measuring slightly larger than it should be for 1:18 scale. With a Width Deviation of 6.7% the model appears visibly wider than the original car. 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
1092
(2005)
1093
(2007)
1095
(2007)
Model dimensions
Variation
Length
8.27 in / 210.0 mm
+2%
Width
3.8 in / 96.5 mm
+6.7%
Height
2.95 in / 75.0 mm
-2.9%
Wheelbase
5.24 in / 133.0 mm
-0.3%
Model details
Points
Proportions deviation
6.4
0
10
1:18 scale deviation
+2.9%
4
10
Body material
metal
8
8
Body quality
very good
6
8
Mold lines
0
8
8
Opening parts gap
precise
6
6
Body:
32
50
Fixed side glasses
4 / 4
10
10
Door glasses
4
4
Windshield frame
in relief, black painted
6
10
Black frit band
-
6
6
Door glasses frame
in relief, black painted
6
10
B-pillars
realistic
10
10
Glasses and frames:
42
50
Plastics quality
good
6
10
Instrument panel
detailed
6
10
Engine
very detailed
6
8
Door locks
plastic, black colored
5
6
Blinkers
plastic
6
6
Labels
painted
4
6
Carpet
0
4
Small details:
33
50
Opening parts number
3 / 4
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
137
Sum:
Pros
Cons
Precise diecast
Elaborate plastic details
Wide choice of colors
Suspension springs missing
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