DeLorean DMC - 12 Time Machine (1:18, Sunstar)
- DeLorean DMC - 12 Time Machine (from 1981)
- Sunstar
- 1:18
- Showcase model / No engine
- Stainless Steel
- ch2714
- In near mint condition
- Original packaging exists
- Not for sale
The story of the DeLorean DMC-12
The DeLorean DMC-12 is a cool car made by the DeLorean Motor Company in the early 1980s. This car, often just called the "DeLorean," became famous worldwide for its unique design and its role in the "Back to the Future" movie trilogy. The DeLorean DMC-12 was a fancy sports car that first hit the road in 1981 and was designed by John DeLorean and Giorgetto Giugiaro.
Technically, the DeLorean DMC-12 had a 2.85 liter V6 engine that pumped out around 130 hp, allowing it to hit a top speed of about 175 km/h (109 mph). The car's chassis was made of stainless steel, giving it a cool and distinct look. Other cool features included the gullwing doors and the futuristic yet classy design. The DeLorean DMC-12 was a symbol of innovation and style in the car world, even though they only made it until 1983.
Details about the 1/18 scale model of Sunstar
This neat model car in a scale of 1/18 was made by Sunstar and belongs to the collection of Modelly member "Movie-Chris". This model captures the DeLorean DMC-12 in its iconic time machine version. The precision and details on this model are impressive, especially with the time travel components on the back and roof of the car. The gullwing doors that can open are a standout feature.
The model has been decked out with lots of details to perfectly replicate the look of the original. The stainless steel look of the body is spot on, and the intricately recreated interior elements and dashboard make this model a real gem. The tracks visible in the photos, upon which the model stands, pay homage to a key movie scene and give the model a special context.
The DeLorean in "Back to the Future"
The DeLorean DMC-12 reached peak fame through its use in the Back to the Future film series. In these movies, the characters Dr. Emmett Brown (played by Christopher Lloyd) and Marty McFly (played by Michael J. Fox) used the DeLorean to time travel. The DeLorean was fitted with a fictional "Flux Capacitor" that made time travel possible. The car plays a central role in many key scenes of the movie series, like the famous one where it had to hit 88 miles per hour to travel between past or future.
Special features of the model
This 1/18 scale model by Sunstar showcases the DeLorean DMC-12 in a special paint job and setup closely resembling its movie counterpart. The model's paint job gives it the stainless steel look of the original. The detailed representation of the time travel components on the roof and rear, as well as the faithfully recreated wheels and tires, give the model an authentic appearance. These features make the model a particularly attractive collector's item.
In the first production year of the DeLorean DMC-12, 1981, many significant events took place that help understand the time period. For example, the MTV music television network launched, and Kim Carnes' song "Bette Davis Eyes" was a global hit. These events provide context to understand the significance of the car and place it in history.
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