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Volkswagen Caddy - Eurovia

Maker:  WSI
Model No:  02-1268
Scale:  1:50
Review Date:  March 2013


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Packaging   (max 10)7
Detail   (max 30)25
Features   (max 20)12
Quality   (max 25)18
Price   (max 15)11
Overall   (max 100)73%

Footnotes


Volkswagen Caddy - Eurovia Video
Eurovia branded box.
Plastic lenses on the rear lights.
Decent wheel trims.
Steering movement at the maximum.
Attending a VINCI Liebherr R 924.
Comment on this model.

The Volkswagen Caddy is a general utility van.  Fully loaded it weighs around 2 tonnes.

This version of the model is in the colours of Eurovia which is part of the VINCI Group.

Packaging

The box is in Eurovia branding and inside the model is held in an expanded polystyrene tray with a clear plastic lid. 

There were no missing parts or defects on the review model.

There is no information provided about the real van or model. 

Detail

The chassis is detailed with the spare wheel and exhaust system indicated within the casting.  Treaded tyres are mounted on small detailed wheels.

The body is metal with panels and doors delineated within the casting, and the Eurovia graphics are sharp.  Tiny indicators are highlighted with paint.

At the front the lights have lenses and the VW logo is nicely rendered.  There are number plates front and rear, and the rear lights also have lenses.  The view inside the rear doors is not good as there is a large obtrusive element of casting which is probably a connection point from the chassis.

Detail inside the driver's cabin is excellent with a hazard warning button indicated.

Features

The steering is notched with a limited range of movement. 

Both the front and rear axles have sprung suspension.

Quality

It is well made with good paint and graphics, some of which are very small.

Price

The model is reasonable value noting the small size.

Overall

This van from WSI provides an interesting addition posed with other models in a matching livery.

Footnotes

The model in Eurovia colours appeared in early 2013 and was made in a run of 300 models.

 
Eurovia graphics are sharp.
Profile view.
Painted door handles.
Interesting chassis.
Strange looking casting inside the rear doors spoils the look.
Tilting cab and detailed engine