Unusual, large 30” 1966 Batmobile on eBay

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Unusual, large 30” 1966 Batmobile on eBay

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https://www.ebay.com/itm/225445807763

Unusual. Maybe one of a kind? It’s a little rough, I’m sure someone on this board could do something with it and make it into a very nice display. It’s 2 1/2 feet long. Seller says that he bought it about 25 years ago.

Anyone know anything about it?
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That is the Joemobile, a GIJoe convention exclusive from the 90’s. A few hundred were made. That one is done up nicely and a good fit for 1/9 to 1/8 scale figures, but a little tight for 1/6. Nice in any collection, and this one is nicely built.they shipped as a kit. That price is really good too. These were $125 new.
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Thanks, Lou! Now I know what a Joemobile is.
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James Desimone ran a GIJoe collectors club and would have special vehicles made for club events.
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https://www.liquisearch.com/gi_joe_-_ha ... s_desimone

Raw kit shown here

https://www.worthpoint.com/worthopedia/ ... 1913489933



Here’s one with Hot Toys figures inserted
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Wes McCue photos of the James DeSimone JoeMobile
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Awesome information and photos, John. I just found one of the magnetic models Batmobiles, as well, after seeing a couple on eBay. I had no idea they existed.

I’m sure this is all pretty much old news to most of you, but I appreciate your patience and sharing the knowledge and resources.
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Very old, but brings back fond memories of pre-licensed era. Had one of the Magnetic models. Actually ordered a 1/16 scale from Italy, and it was “lost” in the Italian post. Have you seen the GDM Batmobiles? Your face will melt right off. In 1/43 scale, a Batmobile, a Futura show car, and a It started with a kiss” Futura. Then they issued a very limited run of 1/24 Batmobiles, two runs of 25. That’s a grail car…
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First time I ever heard of a GDM Batmobile.

Saw a Clifford model on eBay. Looks rough and missing the beacon but seller says “perfect.”
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Is it the GADM (Great American Dream Machines)? My son figured it out. Wow! Looks like they specialize in concept cars. There are two of the Lincoln Futura 1/43 scale models on eBay right now.
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My GADM (Great American Dream Machines) 1:64 Futura and Batmobile. While I dont have them in the larger scale I do have photos somewhere!
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Sorry about that - yes GADM - White Metal models out of the UK. They made some of the great GM showcars from the 1950's. I had all three, but sold them off to buy more bat goodies.
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