PAUDI MODELS 2012 Infiniti G37S coupe
1:18 | $150
Ever hear of Paudi Models? You will. This maker of higher-end, highly-detailed modern ma- chinery is becoming a favorite of collectors who favor modern Asian-market automobiles, and images like this beautifully presented, newly tooled Infiniti G37S coupe is part of the reason why. The feature list on the piece is impressive: opening doors, hood, and trunk, steerable wheels, a tilt-up sunroof (with sliding shade beneath), working suspension, a working gas filler door (yes, really), and even side-view mirrors that fold for parking. The carpeted interior has a sharp center stack and dash, soft-touch seats that tilt and slide back and forth, and an opening console; under the hood, the 330-horsepower V6 is comprehensively detailed and decorated. Out back, the trunk’s carpeted floor lifts to reveal a spare tire. Here’s another feature: it’s heavy as hell, thanks to its diecast chassis. With raised-foil badges, steel brake discs, and neat satin-toned wheels, this one’s sharp from end to end. The company is still working out U.S. distribution, but we’re sure they’ll get it all locked in, and soon. Keep an ear – and an eye – out for these. – Joe Kelly Jr. paudimodel.com
