5 Towns Models & Co.

[5townsmodels&collectibles]

Your website mentions die cast model repairs but doesn't have any info about it. Can you share more?

Diecast Model Repair

Diecast Aviation Model Repair Services At 5 Towns Models & Co., we take pride in offering expert diecast aviation model repair services, ensuring that your collection remains in pristine condi…

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Please visit the website. It has been under construction, but the model repairs are live now:

Diecast Model Repair

Diecast Aviation Model Repair Services At 5 Towns Models & Co., we take pride in offering expert diecast aviation model repair services, ensuring that your collection remains in pristine condi…

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[OllieBHaas25]

gonna check this out

 

[DaveSoda]

Have to agree with others here, as someone who buys a lot of model collections, and sell them off, your pricing is astronomical. Collectors are not willing to pay inflated pricing on discontinued models when they know the manufacturer and the sort of quantities made.

If your appraisers are telling you this then find a different solution, its bad business.

 

[5townsmodels&collectibles]

Have to agree with others here, as someone who buys a lot of model collections, and sell them off, your pricing is astronomical. Collectors are not willing to pay inflated pricing on discontinued models when they know the manufacturer and the sort of quantities made.

If your appraisers are telling you this then find a different solution, its bad business.

Hi Dave,
Have you had a chance to visit the website recently? We've brought in new appraisers from a well-known company and have completely updated all of our pricing. We're very confident that our current prices are more than fair. As an honest dealership, we've listened carefully to everyone's feedback — and we've taken action.

 

[LorenzoLommus]

Your El Al B747-400 model, released by Gemini Jets in 1:400 scale, is listed for $180.00.

GeminiJets EL AL Boeing 747-400 4X-ELD 1:400 Scale Diecast Model GJELY032

Visit the post for more.

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Completely absurd price!

Meanwhile, your SQ Wings Singapore "Tropical" B747-400 model, in 1:200 scale by SQ Wings, is listed for $200.00.

SQ Wings Singapore Airlines “Tropical” Boeing 747-400 9V-SPL 1:200 Scale L2002

What’s in the box? x1 SQ Wings Diecast Model Removable Magnetic Landing Gears Premium Metal Alloy Stand Airline Card

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It's a much bigger model, full of details, and it costs only 20 USD more than your old 1:400 747. lolwut
Your pricing is all messed up. This El Al 747 model is an old, discontinued model, and it's not rare. It can be easily found for less than 40 USD, maybe even less than $30

Get your prices right. All your answers here on this thread are complete rubbish, sorry but that's true. No one will buy your models with these prices.

Saw another one for sale on ebay for $49.99, look how much this 5towns guy is selling

 

[5townsmodels&collectibles]

Saw another one for sale on ebay for $49.99, look how much this 5towns guy is selling

Saw another one for sale on ebay for $49.99, look how much this 5towns guy is selling

Feel free to share the link, because we’re not seeing it. Also, just for the record—we're an online retailer. Not that it’s any of your business, but we paid around $110 + shipping for this model, so at this price, we’re actually losing money.

 

[LeoMuse747]

Here's the one for $49.99 and, to be honest, you can find this model for even less if you look further and have some patience. It's an old and not rare model.

 

[LorenzoLommus]

Here's the one for $49.99 and, to be honest, you can find this model for even less if you look further and have some patience. It's an old and not rare model.

That's why he paid $110

 

[Sithan400]

Here's the one for $49.99 and, to be honest, you can find this model for even less if you look further and have some patience. It's an old and not rare model.

The new JC version of the same subject is on a superior mould, and cheaper. Why would anyone pay so much for that mould? Registration?

 

[TheEpicBirb]

have a look at the prices they sold for instead

 

[LorenzoLommus]

The new JC version of the same subject is on a superior mould, and cheaper. Why would anyone pay so much for that mould? Registration?

He probably doesn't even know there's a brand called JC

 

[LorenzoLommus]

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have a look at the prices they sold for instead

Only an idiot wants to buy one for $85 with an ugly seam

 

[MIAv8Diecast]

For these prices the models better do tricks on it. Like dawg what are you doing

They better do more than that....

 

[Aeromini]

Forget about the used models this is one of the few retailers that sells SQ Wings and Legacy Jets in the US. I've purchased the Legacy EI-AI MD-11 and 747, and multiple SQ wings models as well. Everytime I've ordered the models they arrived at my doorstep in 2 days in some cases the next day. The models have been packaged packaged extremely well with zero qc issues. And customer service has been excellent too.

 

[5townsmodels&collectibles]

Ultra-Rare Alert for Serious Collectors
We’ve got something truly special dropping — and once it’s gone, it’s gone for good.

Patriot Models 1:200 Scale KC-33 Tanker & SR-71A Blackbird Combo
Only 160 pieces made — NEVER to be produced again!
Scale: 1:200 | Item: PT-200-007

This set features two aviation legends:
Boeing KC-33 Tanker N1352B – The ultra-rare 747-100 testbed converted for refueling missions.
Lockheed SR-71A Blackbird 61-7955 – The fastest jet ever flown, paired here in an exclusive collector's duo.

Click here to own a piece of rare aviation history:

Patriot Model Boeing KC-33 Tanker N1352B + Lockheed Martin SR-71A Blackbird 61-7955 1:200 Scale PT-200-007

What’s in the box? x2 Patriot Diecast Model (KC-33 + SR-71) Gear doors for both 747 and SR-71 Replaceable Booms Acrylic Stand Item Card

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Perfect for elite collectors, aviation fanatics, and anyone who appreciates true rarity. Don’t wait — this one won’t sit on the runway for long.

 

[TheEpicBirb]

Forget about the used models this is one of the few retailers that sells SQ Wings and Legacy Jets in the US. I've purchased the Legacy EI-AI MD-11 and 747, and multiple SQ wings models as well. Everytime I've ordered the models they arrived at my doorstep in 2 days in some cases the next day. The models have been packaged packaged extremely well with zero qc issues. And customer service has been excellent too.

Yes, their prices on used models are expensive but I do agree that they are one of the few sellers of these 2 brands.
Good to see that we have another option for those brands, and also good to know you had a good experience with them.

 

[5townsmodels&collectibles]

Yes, their prices on used models are expensive but I do agree that they are one of the few sellers of these 2 brands.
Good to see that we have another option for those brands, and also good to know you had a good experience with them.

When we first started out, we made some honest mistakes — one of them was overpaying for certain models. As a new business, we didn’t have the proper tools or appraisers in place to guide us, and unfortunately, that led to some pricing issues.

We’re now working hard to fix that. We’ve brought in experienced appraisers and are reviewing our pricing to make it fair and accurate for our customers. For many of the older models, we’re simply trying to recover what we originally paid — nothing more.

To show our appreciation for your support and understanding, we’re currently offering 20% off all Gemini and JC Wings models. Just add GEMINIJCWHO code at checkout. Thank you for sticking with us as we grow and learn.

As for Brands, we will no longer carry Gemini/ JC Wings models. We are exclusively dealing with SQ Wings, HX Models, Patriot Model, Legacy Jets and Aeroclassics