But you don't have to take my word for it. The company is also releasing an "Afterlife" version with barn-found-style weathering in March 2023, but pre-order slots appear to have been sold out at most online retailers (at almost $2,000 a pop).Īll told, while it's notably more expensive than the average plastic scale model car, the Blitzway Ecto-1 is arguably the most detailed and intricate Ghostbusters-related miniature to date. And prices are going crazy on eBay right now, starting at around $3,700 and going as high as $5,000. Currently out of stock almost everywhere (I'm assuming Blitzway made only a few of them), the Ecto-1 was unveiled with a $2,999.99 sticker. And details like the fully functional gurney that fits in the back and the complex lighting system make up for it.īut as you might have already guessed, this scale model is anything but cheap. The engine isn't as detailed as you'd expect given the size (I've seen nicer details in 1:18th scale), but it's not a big deal assuming it's going on display with the hood closed. Sure, the Blitzway Ecto-1 is not entirely perfect. I know what you're thinking, Ray Parker Jr.'s "Ghostbusters" theme song is the first thing I'd play as well. But get this: the model can also play mp3s via USB and micro SD cards. The siren sound effects make everything that much more realistic and fun.
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Overall, it includes no fewer than 45 LED light-up functions inside and out, plus rotating emergency lights with two motors. The control panel in the back also lights up. That's right, while most big-scale models come with opening doors, hood, and trunk, this one also features LED lighting.Īnd it's not just the headlamps, taillights, and emergency roof lights that come to life when the batteries go in. While it's not a kit that you need to paint put together, the Ecto-1 does require some assembly, especially when it comes to roof-mounted accessories and wiring. That's because, on top of doing a great job at replicating the Cadillac Miller-Meteor's shape and details, Blitzway included all the accessories that transform the ambulance into a ghost-hunting machine. Put this massive Ecto-1 in the appropriate setup and it could look like the real thing on camera.
Of course, size isn't everything when it comes to scale models, but this creation is as detailed and accurate as they get. This thing is only six times smaller than the real deal and a whopping 45.7 inches (117 cm) long. But none of them are as spectacular as the 1/6th scale replica from Blitzway. There's a nicely detailed 1:18 version from Hot Wheels, pocket-sized editions from various companies, and even an 18-inch-long (46-cm) LEGO to have fun with. The first package contains 2 assembly stages. Thankfully, enthusiasts have plenty of scale model replicas to choose from. The Ecto-1 is complete in 36 packages (140 assembly stages and magazines).
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