 | | Small Conrad box. |  |  | | Side door does not open on this version. |  | | Graphics at the back. |  | | Getting instructions. |  | | In use as a service van with other Cardem equipment. |  | | A worker takes a break. |
|  Comment on this model.
The Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is a general purpose van.
This version of the model is in the colours of Cardem which is a demolition company and part of the VINCI Group.
Packaging
The model comes in a small Conrad branded box with the model held inside a foam rubber wrapper.
The review model had no missing parts although the rear doors did not close fully.
The only assembly required is to fit the door mirrors.
There is no information supplied about Cardem or the real vehicle.
Detail
The floor pan of the van is plastic with the transmission and spare wheel holder detailed, and the axles and steering is plastic. The wheels have decent small tyres on plastic hubs.
At the front the Mercedes-Benz emblem stands out and the main headlights have plastic lenses and it is good to see a realistic number plate.
The doors have nicely detailed handles and the interior detail inside the cab is reasonable, with the interior of the load area being unlined. The sides and roof have casting details to represent the lines of the real van and these look good, and the applied graphics are sharp.
The rear doors appear to be plastic and have reasonably discreet hinges given the scale, although the fit was not so good on the review model and some trimming of the plastic was required. The graphics at the rear are interesting.
Features
The steering can be posed at a realistic angle without being fouled by the wheel arches.
The two rear doors can be opened to a wide angle.
Quality
This is a reasonable small model although this version has a higher plastic content compared to previous versions, and the poorly fitting doors on the review model were not so good.
The paintwork and graphics are applied to a good finish.
Price
The model is a limited edition although it has reduced functionality and more plastic than previous versions so the value is lower.
Overall
This model goes well with others in Cardem livery. However given the model number (1610 series) is the same, it is surprising that it has reduced functionality with no opening side door, and more plastic parts. The previous versions of the model were better overall.
Footnotes
This Cardem liveried model appeared in July 2014 as an exclusive edition for the VINCI webshop in a run of 300 models.
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|  |  | | The model is packed inside a foam rubber insert. |  | | Profile view. |  | | Steering angle is moderate. | |
|  | | Plastic floor pan. |  | | Reasonable interior. |  | | Escorting a load. |
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