Test report by CoMod Long on the Carrera Evo/D132 Audi A4 DTM 2008
(27238 and 30435)
The third in the group is the Audi Sport Team Abt T. Kristensen in the trendy color white.
So unpack, get out on the track and see what the A4 can do!
Optics:
After removing the film, only one thing came to mind: WOW, that turned out beautifully! And truly, the white 1:32 scale version is in no way inferior to the original. It takes a while to discover all the details, be it the printing, the design of the diffuser, or the numerous spoilers and flaps.
Technology:
There's not much to report here. Fewer screws are needed. The swivel range of the guide keel could be larger, but it's manageable. The soft return spring was a positive.
Processing:
The Audi presents itself at its best: flawless. Great lettering, delicate flaps, and spoilers. The two beautiful red side mirrors should be removed while driving, as they are easily damaged in a crash.
Driving behavior:
Setup: That's a matter of taste. The Audi can be driven safely and quickly with both magnets. Without the rear magnet, a little more concentration is required, but the driver is rewarded with realistic handling. The tires had decent grip on the test track. I really liked the Audi.
Conclusion:
Whether Audi or Mercedes: the two new DTM cars are superbly executed and are worthy little brothers to the full-size original. Most buyers will surely be found in Europe, with the great race tracks—no surprise there! I'd love to see the 1:24 DTM as a new release in 2010!
CoMod Long
(27238 and 30435)
The third in the group is the Audi Sport Team Abt T. Kristensen in the trendy color white.
So unpack, get out on the track and see what the A4 can do!
Optics:
After removing the film, only one thing came to mind: WOW, that turned out beautifully! And truly, the white 1:32 scale version is in no way inferior to the original. It takes a while to discover all the details, be it the printing, the design of the diffuser, or the numerous spoilers and flaps.
Technology:
There's not much to report here. Fewer screws are needed. The swivel range of the guide keel could be larger, but it's manageable. The soft return spring was a positive.
Processing:
The Audi presents itself at its best: flawless. Great lettering, delicate flaps, and spoilers. The two beautiful red side mirrors should be removed while driving, as they are easily damaged in a crash.
Driving behavior:
Setup: That's a matter of taste. The Audi can be driven safely and quickly with both magnets. Without the rear magnet, a little more concentration is required, but the driver is rewarded with realistic handling. The tires had decent grip on the test track. I really liked the Audi.
Conclusion:
Whether Audi or Mercedes: the two new DTM cars are superbly executed and are worthy little brothers to the full-size original. Most buyers will surely be found in Europe, with the great race tracks—no surprise there! I'd love to see the 1:24 DTM as a new release in 2010!
CoMod Long
