Ertl 1/18 Don Carlton Mopar Missile 73 Plymouth Duster

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Click image to supersize. Ertl 1/18 Don Carlton Mopar Missile 73 Plymouth Duster - GoMotorBids Item #821004 Manufacturer: Ertl Year Produced: 2004 Scale or Size: 1/18 Production Run: 2,004 Product Condition: Excellent Package Condition: Very Good Description: This awesome collectible of one of the most famous Pro Stockers ever was produced exclusively for Mopar Performance Parts, and was distributed by Merchandising Incentives Corporation. It was limited to only 2,004 pieces. The story behind the real car follows: In 1973, Chrysler Corporation again returned to the winners circle in Pro Stock action, when this Hemi powered "Mopar Missle" Plymouth Cuda won the Springnationals with a final 9.40 @ 147.75 mph run, defeating Butch Leal, who was also piloting a Hemi-motivated Duster. The Mopar Missle ran bests of 9.35 ET and topped 148 mph, and finished second at the Winternationals. The Mighty Mopar Missile. At the time, it was considered by many to be the most sophisticated car in drag racing. Designed by Chrysler engineers as a "factory exercise" in research and development, it set new standards in both performance and innovations, such as on-board computers and a crank-triggered ignition system. Among other innovations was the "smaller-engine,less-weight"(399 cu.in.)philosophy made possible by extensive use of exotic metals; namely titanium. Such was the fame of the Mopar Missile and someone once remarked, "The earth would rotate a quarter-mile every time driver Don Carlton would drop the hammer". Features Include: Opening Doors Opening Hood Opening Trunk Steerable Wheels Engine Wiring Engine Hoses & Belts Detailed Gauges Rollcage Tampo Printed Graphics Display Base Diecast Body Condition: This item is considered to be in excellent condition. This generally means that the item is in "factory-mint" or like-new condition. It may have very slight flaws, which were present from the factory. It was probably never displayed. Nothing is 100% perfect, but this is as close as it gets.The packaging for this item is considered to be in very good condition. This usually means that the package is very close to excellent but might have a small sign of shelf wear or a slightly dinged corner. You will have to look closely to find any flaws. The GoMotorBids Store is a great place to grow your prized automobilia collection! GoMotorBids is the only internet auction dedicated exclusively to automotive and racing collectibles and memorabilia. Our no fraud guarantee and autograph verification procedures have helped to make us the most trusted source on the internet for automotive collectors and race fans who are looking for authentic collectibles and race-used items. With GoMotorBids, t are never any reserve prices, so the highest bidder always wins! Find other great deals at the GoMotorBids Store ! All shipments are sent either UPS, FedEx, or USPS at our discretion. The shipping fees are determined using the eBay shipping calculator, and the stated rate will apply regardless of what courier we utilize. Our shipping rates are not negotiable, so please refrain from bidding if you feel the rates are unacceptable. Shipping information is provided by GoMotorBids via email once the shipment is sent. At this time GoMotorBids only ships to the United States, United States Territories, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. For international destinations, you are responsible for all duties, taxes, and other import fees. Please do not ask us to ship the item as a gift to avoid paying duties and taxes.Your shipping address and phone number must be input correctly at the time you complete your payment. In the event that your address or phone number is incomplete or incorrect when the item is shipped, you the winner are responsible for the cost of the item and any additional shipping charges if/when the item is re-shipped. If the item is shipped to the wrong address and is not returned by the courier, you will remain obligated for payment of the item and shipping fees.We can only combine shipments with... read more

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