The worst model I reviewed? Chevrolet Bell Air Hardtop Coupe 1953 by Sun Star

[@feisarplinsky5496]

One of the worst features of the Sun Star models, but not all, are the showy door gapes, I can't understand why they are not designed with more attention; Sun Star knows how to do the models well, I own some excellent ones, but it remains a step behind the latest generation ones, I hope they improve.

[@DiecastNewb]

Usual open Sunstar models suffer from these bad gaps, especially on the doors. I only have a few European releases and one Mustang, and that's it. Haven't jumped on their models because of their quality. If they were priced more like Maisto, they would be better received, in my opinion. As for what to do, try building an old school garage diorama, make it a bit dirty and showcase it. I don't mind lower quality models if I paid peanuts for them, but if I have the time and space, I'd probably use them for diorama stuff.

[@GnatGoSplat]

I had a similar experience with my Sun Star 1957 Cadillac Eldorado Brougham. One side is fine with decent gaps, the other side, the 2 doors don't shut all the way and the little triangular window is a bit misaligned like on your model, but bent towards the inside. That causes the rear door to not shut all the way. There is also a major gap between that window and the metal. At least mine has 1 good side, so I display that side out. I only paid $55 total shipped, so I'm not too upset. With yours, I don't think you'll get a better one if you exchange it. That huge gap between hood and doors is really bad design. Looks like it was done on purpose to compensate for a poorly designed hinge.

[@KKS6000]

I think you should customize it a bit and give it some patina, its ok for an old rusty car to have panel gaps! And maybe cover the ugly spare tire with some fabric? -and no, the quality/price is not ok

[@A_Eichler]

I know this feeling. And those dog leg hinges are craptacular.

[@ExternalStar]

I usually receive broken and destroyed models but not really low quality from the factory models.

[@janickgoudeau6126]

Brilliant review;) I don't think I would return it. However, I would not purchase from the same company again.

[@climbaclubba]

SunStar is a strange producer. They're between a toy and model. So I couldn't buy W100 nor Lincoln limos for my collection. More than 100 bucks! :((( OMG, not worth more than 35. Anyway, hope to get W223 Maybach from Almost Real both for me and you, Marek. :))

[@ExternalStar]

I ordered the w223 yesterday :)

[@climbaclubba]

@@ExternalStar amazing! me soon...

[@alexander1485]

that "foil" was clear plastic. I think they were trying to go for a "cover" on the spare tire.

[@pianodaryl]

This was a 1st generation of SUN Star models, and yes, you are correct that the "Platinum's" are much better quality without the "Dogleg" hinges for the trunk, doors and hood. The trunk on this 53 Chevy has a spare tire that's supposed to simulate a tire cover, which is why it looks wanky.

[@flynnstone3580]

From what you are showing, I've got Road Signature cars and trucks from the '50s that are flawless for third the cost for what they want.

[@budakota]

I AGREE With You 125%..as in my opinion Road Signature Can Be Compared To the Quality Of Sun Star, if Not More ...Many of the really cheap MAISTO Die Cast , I Have Bought ($15-$20)..Have there PAINT QUALITY. Comparable /Compatible To AUTO WORLD ($80-$300)..in my opinion

[@JxT1957]

Sun Star makes great looking model cars. i like them even better than Road legends or Road signature.

[@Bernd_Ernst]

To be honest: THAT is not a model, but a toy. - And for about 100,-$, it's inacceptable. I'm sorry for your disappointment. - Very bad model!

[@pianodaryl]

This is one of the 1st generation Sun Star models which is why the quality is so mediocre by todays standards. Compared to it's competition at that time "Welly, Maisto, and Motor Max" Sun Star was pretty good. The Sun Star Platinum Collection is the 3rd generation models, and obviously they've come a long way. Sun Star Platinum Collection competes with the likes of Autoworld, Acme, Autoart and Highway 61. They may have a way to go to be Norev, Paragon and GMP, but for the high detail, quality and cost, you cannot beat Sun Star.

[@andrew124s]

Toooo much money for this bad quality control maisto has better quality control for 3 times lower price

[@digiNanok]

Where is the final rating?

[@ExternalStar]

Here it is: 3/10

[@makingsensewithsteve3620]

Is Sunstar the primary diecast where you are? here in America Sunstar is the bottom of the barrel

[@andreafazion7119]

Ciao è più bella la versione Rossa tetto bianco

[@petrsvoboda5119]

Ekčely 🥴

[@svastojebsvastojeb3408]

Like lego bricks made.😀😁

[@ExternalStar]

Dont insult lego!

[@svastojebsvastojeb3408]

@@ExternalStar No man, I am very fan of lego. But this model is like two year kids toy. To me, the best Sun Star model ever is Cadillac last chinese emperor scale 1/18. kzbin.info/www/bejne/p6m4gpareqehY8k