Franklin Mint / 1935 Mercedes 770K Sedan / From Paul's Model Art Production Run / 1:24th Scale
Maroon & Black
This is the Franklin Mint regular production color above
This is the actual model for sale made for Paul's Model Art
One of the most magnifificent touring cars of all time was the Mercedes-Benz (Daimler-Benz) Grosser Type 770. Designed in Stuttgart, Daimler-Benz built these powerful touring cars for heads of state, (including ex-Kaiser Wilhelm II and Emperor Hirohito) dignitaries and businessmen in limited numbers. They were very select in whom they sold these cars to. Only 117 of these cars were built.
Franklin Mint went all out to reproduce this beauty which featured a straight-eight, overhead-valve 467.0 cu.in. (7655cc) with a cast iron block. It had a six speed Maybach gearbox surrounded by a solid box-section chassis frame, with beam axle and half-elliptic spring suspension in front and rear. Weighing in at close to 6000 Lbs (the 1.1 not the 1:24), the 770 was equipped with power assisted brakes. Almost all 770s were fitted with clutch operated superchargers that could be turned on or off at the driver's will.
This model is beautiful. The two-tone black and RED? color selection, with gold pin-stripes, really grabs your attention. The replica comes with the official Hirohito Seal emblems in gold and features a blue (see-through) sun-visor. Get this one while you can, it's been discontinued a while and will probably never be offered by FM again.
from the "Garden State " Franklin Mint Collection
The models in this Storage Find Collection are in Like New & Mint condition. Most were purchased directly from a Franklin Mint Gallery Store.
Adult owned from a pet-free & smoke-free household.
Since the models were properly cared for & stored, the paint is glossy and rash-free, very mild if present at all.
Most models include original paperwork & hang tags.
Since this collection was purchased in person at a Gallery Store , the overall condition of the boxes are in excellent condition writing on the flap identifying.
Satisfaction Guaranteed or free return shipping. GSFM
Part #: SD61_E
Condition: New in the box w/ all papers
This model was produced by Franklin Mint for Pauls Model Art. Pauls sold it in their own packaging,
with "Pauls Model Art" script on the rear undercarriage.
However, the original owner of this maroon 1935 770K bought it directly from Franklin Mint. It was shipped & came in the regular production,
SD61 box & all paperwork. Also the chassis is not stamped "Pauls". My guess is Franklin had an over-run of Pauls production and the factory in China just filled the FM order
with whatever 1935 Mercedes were around, bright red or maroon.
Price: $495.00
Status: In Stock