I was surprised to learn that the mints have only presented us with five 1960 Impala hard top precision 1:24th scale models. Three are from Franklin Mint, including this latest iteration and two from Danbury Mint including their low rider rendition. I supposed it just ‘felt’ like they were all around us. Based from FM’s 1993 original tool, this limited edition is all about blue. FM sprayed the car in a period two-tone that makes this a welcome repaint. On this car, it works well. The top appears as a Horizon Blue while the body is a deep Royal Blue Poly with contrasting light blue side spear accent.
FM opted for a matching dark blue with light blue insert seating and the stippled pattern of the inserts are nicely done. Don’t expect high tech or new innovations here, it is mostly a repaint issue in limited quantities. But do expect a great finish, highly glossy and metallically-scaled, nice little emblem and insignia tampos and a grand presentation of a period Impala for the masses. It depicts an automatic, single exhaust car with a straight six. Twin antennas are thin metal. You’ll find coil springs on the non-working suspension but the stance is spot on. Definitely a collector for the Impala fan, the color makes it a success. Issue price is $145.
-Tony Perrone