In this photo set, I am comparing a couple of models from 1932. The automotive buyers were offered a wide variety of choices in the 1932 showrooms. Two of those, I am featuring here...

At Chevrolet, one could choose this very sharp and cute Confederate Series BA Deluxe Sports Roadster. Chevrolet went all-out to present a nicely designed car with plenty of style and class.
Sometimes referred to as the "Baby Cadillac" which, in my opinion, I totally agree. The Confederate Sports Roadster had a lot to offer it's new owner for under $650.

The Franklin Mint captured all that style and class with their 1932 Chevrolet model, a bright yellow finish with the red wheels, with plenty of chrome make this a perfect model in any collection.

The second model entry in my photo set is from a Cadillac, and it is another beautiful Roadster. This magnificent automobile is nearly twice the size of the Chevrolet, with even more style.
Instead of the "Stovebolt" 6-cylinder engine offered by Chevrolet, the Cadillac featured the V-16. Introduced by Cadillac in 1930, they were the first to offer the engine, and it was produced from 1930 to 1940.
Cadillac built 4076 cars with the V-16 engine, with most of them being built in 1930 before the Great Depression took hold. In 1932, only 296 were built. Each year after that the totals were far less.
The V-16 Cadillac was priced at $4700 or higher, usually much higher. A big price difference from the Chevrolet's $650.

The Danbury Mint crafted a spectacular model, with all the elegance and style of the real Cadillac. DM chose an excellent color combination with a dark orange and deep brown, and also included plenty of chrome.

Together, these two models are brilliant miniatures. The accent each other perfectly, and in this humble collector's opinion. Two of the finest models offered by the Mints.
They are perfectly suited to represent both ends of the automotive spectrum in 1932.

Tags:   1:24 scale diecast Danbury Mint Franklin Mint Chevrolet Cadillac Roadster Sports Roadster

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In this photo set, I am comparing a couple of models from 1932. The automotive buyers were offered a wide variety of choices in the 1932 showrooms. Two of those, I am featuring here...

At Chevrolet, one could choose this very sharp and cute Confederate Series BA Deluxe Sports Roadster. Chevrolet went all-out to present a nicely designed car with plenty of style and class.
Sometimes referred to as the "Baby Cadillac" which, in my opinion, I totally agree. The Confederate Sports Roadster had a lot to offer it's new owner for under $650.

The Franklin Mint captured all that style and class with their 1932 Chevrolet model, a bright yellow finish with the red wheels, with plenty of chrome make this a perfect model in any collection.

The second model entry in my photo set is from a Cadillac, and it is another beautiful Roadster. This magnificent automobile is nearly twice the size of the Chevrolet, with even more style.
Instead of the "Stovebolt" 6-cylinder engine offered by Chevrolet, the Cadillac featured the V-16. Introduced by Cadillac in 1930, they were the first to offer the engine, and it was produced from 1930 to 1940.
Cadillac built 4076 cars with the V-16 engine, with most of them being built in 1930 before the Great Depression took hold. In 1932, only 296 were built. Each year after that the totals were far less.
The V-16 Cadillac was priced at $4700 or higher, usually much higher. A big price difference from the Chevrolet's $650.

The Danbury Mint crafted a spectacular model, with all the elegance and style of the real Cadillac. DM chose an excellent color combination with a dark orange and deep brown, and also included plenty of chrome.

Together, these two models are brilliant miniatures. The accent each other perfectly, and in this humble collector's opinion. Two of the finest models offered by the Mints.
They are perfectly suited to represent both ends of the automotive spectrum in 1932.

Tags:   1:24 scale diecast Danbury Mint Franklin Mint Chevrolet Cadillac Roadster Sports Roadster

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In this photo set, I am comparing a couple of models from 1932. The automotive buyers were offered a wide variety of choices in the 1932 showrooms. Two of those, I am featuring here...

At Chevrolet, one could choose this very sharp and cute Confederate Series BA Deluxe Sports Roadster. Chevrolet went all-out to present a nicely designed car with plenty of style and class.
Sometimes referred to as the "Baby Cadillac" which, in my opinion, I totally agree. The Confederate Sports Roadster had a lot to offer it's new owner for under $650.

The Franklin Mint captured all that style and class with their 1932 Chevrolet model, a bright yellow finish with the red wheels, with plenty of chrome make this a perfect model in any collection.

The second model entry in my photo set is from a Cadillac, and it is another beautiful Roadster. This magnificent automobile is nearly twice the size of the Chevrolet, with even more style.
Instead of the "Stovebolt" 6-cylinder engine offered by Chevrolet, the Cadillac featured the V-16. Introduced by Cadillac in 1930, they were the first to offer the engine, and it was produced from 1930 to 1940.
Cadillac built 4076 cars with the V-16 engine, with most of them being built in 1930 before the Great Depression took hold. In 1932, only 296 were built. Each year after that the totals were far less.
The V-16 Cadillac was priced at $4700 or higher, usually much higher. A big price difference from the Chevrolet's $650.

The Danbury Mint crafted a spectacular model, with all the elegance and style of the real Cadillac. DM chose an excellent color combination with a dark orange and deep brown, and also included plenty of chrome.

Together, these two models are brilliant miniatures. The accent each other perfectly, and in this humble collector's opinion. Two of the finest models offered by the Mints.
They are perfectly suited to represent both ends of the automotive spectrum in 1932.

Tags:   1:24 scale diecast Danbury Mint Franklin Mint Chevrolet Cadillac Roadster Sports Roadster

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In this photo set, I am comparing a couple of models from 1932. The automotive buyers were offered a wide variety of choices in the 1932 showrooms. Two of those, I am featuring here...

At Chevrolet, one could choose this very sharp and cute Confederate Series BA Deluxe Sports Roadster. Chevrolet went all-out to present a nicely designed car with plenty of style and class.
Sometimes referred to as the "Baby Cadillac" which, in my opinion, I totally agree. The Confederate Sports Roadster had a lot to offer it's new owner for under $650.

The Franklin Mint captured all that style and class with their 1932 Chevrolet model, a bright yellow finish with the red wheels, with plenty of chrome make this a perfect model in any collection.

The second model entry in my photo set is from a Cadillac, and it is another beautiful Roadster. This magnificent automobile is nearly twice the size of the Chevrolet, with even more style.
Instead of the "Stovebolt" 6-cylinder engine offered by Chevrolet, the Cadillac featured the V-16. Introduced by Cadillac in 1930, they were the first to offer the engine, and it was produced from 1930 to 1940.
Cadillac built 4076 cars with the V-16 engine, with most of them being built in 1930 before the Great Depression took hold. In 1932, only 296 were built. Each year after that the totals were far less.
The V-16 Cadillac was priced at $4700 or higher, usually much higher. A big price difference from the Chevrolet's $650.

The Danbury Mint crafted a spectacular model, with all the elegance and style of the real Cadillac. DM chose an excellent color combination with a dark orange and deep brown, and also included plenty of chrome.

Together, these two models are brilliant miniatures. The accent each other perfectly, and in this humble collector's opinion. Two of the finest models offered by the Mints.
They are perfectly suited to represent both ends of the automotive spectrum in 1932.

Tags:   1:24 scale diecast Danbury Mint Franklin Mint Chevrolet Cadillac Roadster Sports Roadster

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The next installment in my "Design Evolution" series takes a little look at both sides of the price range in 1930.
The Cadillac V-16 LWB Imperial Sedan was a among the finest available in 1930.
At the other end was the Ford Model A Tudor Sedan.
While both cars had a lot to offer, the still Ford had plenty of style and class for the price.

Both models are 1:24 scale and were issued by the Franklin Mint.

Tags:   1:24 scale diecast Franklin Mint 1930 Cadillac Ford Model A Tudor Sedan Imperial Sedan

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