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The Alfa Steering and Front Brake Assembly
Everything in the above photo (except the Pocher back plate and tie rod) is made by MML. Under development for almost a year, the Alfa Steering and Front Brake Assembly is clearly one of our most ambitious projects ever undertaken. Each part in this Assembly started as a hand built prototype created on our workbenches. They are cast in bronze and then undergo a final preparation which includes drilling, tapping and brazing together some sub-assemblies. For more photos and information click here.
The Rolls-Royce Leaf Springs
A combination of stainless steel leaf springs and cast bronze clamps…that actually work! After the gratifying success of our Alfa Leaf Springs, it was obvious to make them for the Rolls. And, for those who have built a Rolls, you know how awful the Pocher one’s are! We have even used compression springs in the rear of our models to hold them up. Well, no more!
The Kit comes with the main leafs preformed at the ends and 00-90 nuts for the clamps. For those determined to achieve prototypical accuracy…we include shrink tubing which we discovered works wonderfully to replicate the gaiters. For more photos and information click here.
We are pleased to announce we are a distributor for the line of fasteners offered by Scale Hardware. We have known and bought from them for many years. Their quality is unsurpassed! We are working with them to develop products for the Pocher builders...such as; 2.0 mm Square Bolts for the Rolls Chassis and studs for the safety wire used on Alfas. We offer Threaded Hex and Carriage Bolts, Simulated Hex and Square Bolts, Washers, Nuts, and Rivets in brass, nickel plate or stainless steel. A separate listing of these products are shown under Scale Hardware after our own Hardware listings.
Our model of the 1935 Merecedes-Benz 500K Spezial Roadster...go to "What's New - Models" for more photos.
Our model of the Rolls-Royce Phantom II Sedanca, 1932...go to "What's New - Models" for more photos. We are dedicated to the enjoyment and improvement of the legendary Pocher 1:8 scale kits. Whatever your interests - complete custom-built models to technical assistance - Model Motorcars. Ltd. is here to serve your needs. From matching a Pocher model to a specific prototype or just providing a finer level of detail, Model Motorcars, Ltd. can provide the detail parts you need to make your Pocher model unique. And if you are searching for replacement kit pieces, send us an email, we can usually help.
We specialize in moving the Pocher large scale classics out of the realm of "tin-plate" toys and into the realm of accurately detailed fine-scale miniatures which have all of the working features of the original kits plus genuine leather interiors, pedal-activated brake lights, correctly detailed engines and correctly proportioned bodies.
The three-dimensional, cast bronze details which we have developed for our custom-built models can be added to any Pocher model to enhance its level of realism. Our experience and technical expertise are made available through our books and CD's, and our constantly expanding line of tools and supplies will be a revelation for any serious, large-scale model builders. Although we specialize in the four great Pocher classic models - The Rolls-Royce Phantom II, the Bugatti Type 50, the Alfa 8C 2300, and the Mercedes-Benz 500/540K's-our parts and tools can help you in any large-scale project, and our experience with these Pocher classics can make it possible for the average builder to accomplish complex conversions of these kits. We have built literally dozens of each of the Pocher classics, and our experience and techniques are shown and explained in our books and CD/ROM's.
Our custom-built models begin with a Pocher kit, but nearly every component is given special attention and modification before the finished model can carry a Model Motorcars, Ltd. serial number. Bodies are carefully smoothed and fitted together so that the panels fit properly and the surfaces are perfect. Automotive paints are used for the finish, and our exterior handles, lights, and windshield posts are triple chrome plated just as on the big versions which show up at Pebble Beach, Meadow Brook Hall, and Amelia Island. Interiors are fitted with the finest German leathers, genuine wood trim, and accurate hardware - all based on careful research of the prototypes. The customer selects the colors and finishes for a Model Motorcars, Ltd. classic, and by the time the project is done, the customer becomes a part of the creative process and has an album of photos to document the journey.
Part of our obsession with Pocher models is the level of detail. But even the best manufactured kit cannot get all of the details correct, which is why we have developed our unique line of detail components which allow the builder to enhance his Pocher kit to the point where photos of the model are easily confused with photos of the prototype. All of our unique components are a result of our development work done in the process of building our custom-made models. From carburetors to windshields wipers, from sterling silver radiator ornaments to piping for the seats, we offer our customers the same line of parts which we use in the construction of our models. Whether you are looking for advice on appropriate period colors or tips on scratch-building a set of brass body panels, Model Motorcars, Ltd. is your source for the components and technical assistance which will allow you to convert your Pocher kit into a unique scale model.
Free Manuals
Model Motorcars is happy to offer Pocher and our Alfa Engine Kit instruction Show us your Pocher!
Finally a chance to see built Pocher cars from all over the world! Just click on the links below to see the Model Motorcars' Pocher Galleries. We have always said anyone who manages to get a Pocher built is in rare company, and the wonderful photos in our Classic Motorcar Gallery are proof that there is also great talent involved. Don't Be Shy. Even if your Pocher project is not complete, we want your photos! Our new Construction Zone features photos of Pocher projects that are on their way to our Gallery but not quite there yet. If you have a great tip for builders or if you just want to show off your orderly progress, send us some construction photos and become famous! These photos have been sent to us over the years, and we will continue to post new photos (Currently over 800) as they come in. No photos will be removed from the Galleries, so we all can look forward to the accumulation of a wonderful resource of ideas and inspiration.
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