muddys-blues Posted April 29, 2015 Share Posted April 29, 2015 Hello fellow Modellers, I have been offered the chance to buy some Skytrex GUVS, but it will be a week or two before I get to see them, the question is are they any good shape wise compared to the Westdale Kit or the Heljan RTR offering ? Also does anybody know how much they cost when Skytrex was selling them ? Many thanks in advance Craig. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobR Posted April 30, 2015 Share Posted April 30, 2015 The Skytrex Spring 2013 catalogue lists them at £240.00, and shows them available in crimson, blue, and green. I've never seen one so I can't comment on the shape compared to the Westdale or Heljan ones. Rob Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
deltic17 Posted April 30, 2015 Share Posted April 30, 2015 I used to own one - it was OK - but I sold it - if I recall the handrails were part of the body moulding which doesn't look too good when viewing close up - it probably could be played about with/improved - but in terms of RTR the Heljan one is much better. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
muddys-blues Posted April 30, 2015 Author Share Posted April 30, 2015 Thanks Gents for the invaluable info, I will have a look at them and go from there. Best regards Craig Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
81A Oldoak Posted April 30, 2015 Share Posted April 30, 2015 I have a Heljan GUV. It's superb. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lord Flashheart Posted April 30, 2015 Share Posted April 30, 2015 I'm currently building a Westdale kit and very pleased with it so far. Rob Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
muddys-blues Posted April 30, 2015 Author Share Posted April 30, 2015 Hi Rob, I have 2 x Westdale GUV kits in my stock to build, I looking at them they are a good model, Chris I think the Heljan model is just a bit pricey when you need a few GUVs for the planned rake. Thanks for the input Gents. Craig. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RandyWales Posted October 10, 2015 Share Posted October 10, 2015 Hello fellow Modellers, I have been offered the chance to buy some Skytrex GUVS, but it will be a week or two before I get to see them, the question is are they any good shape wise compared to the Westdale Kit or the Heljan RTR offering ? Also does anybody know how much they cost when Skytrex was selling them ? Many thanks in advance Craig. Hi Craig...Did you take up the offer of the Skytrex GUV's? There is an image (maroon) on the Howes site and it looks fine to my mind. http://www.ehattons.com/84163/SkyTrex_SMR312C_BR_Mk1_GUV_General_Utility_Vehicle_in_BR_Crimson_unnumbered/StockDetail.aspx I bought the Heljan GUV last month but I'm not 100% happy with it - mainly the shape of the roof. If the guy I bought the Skytrex BG's off also had a GUV for sale, I would have been happy to buy one as they look decent enough, especially for upgrading. At £240 new, I think that was a bit OTT for Skytrex coaches as they stand, and I'd imagine anyone who'd bought some would be looking to recoup that kind of money secondhand, so I feel fortunate to have picked up those BG's for under £100 each. I think the price when they were on general sale detracted from what they actually are, and they got a poor reputation on the back of it. If Skytrex coaches were to become more readily available secondhand at a lower price, I think they might be a decent entry point. Randall Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
muddys-blues Posted October 11, 2015 Author Share Posted October 11, 2015 Hi Randall, I am picking up a couple of Skytrex NCV's next week, I looked at them a few months ago, and ummed and arred, but after seeing yours on the layout, I spoke to the Guy again this week and I have got them for a decent price, not as cheap as yours, but still a good price when you consider they are RTR, and they have been nicely weathered, but i just need to paint the ends blue "as they are black moulded plastic colour at the moment". He did have a RTR GUV in Blue, but I have 4 x Westdale ones to build, so I passed on that. Best regards Craig. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
lancer1027 Posted October 11, 2015 Share Posted October 11, 2015 I have 4 Westdale GUV's and IMO are the best for value for money and are very nice. I like the Heljan one but think it is over priced. Rob Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lord Flashheart Posted October 11, 2015 Share Posted October 11, 2015 Hi Craig You won't go wrong with the Westdale GUV, I really enjoyed building mine and for the money they look great, a few pics. Rob Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marshall5 Posted October 12, 2015 Share Posted October 12, 2015 Unfortunately the Westdale GUV (or any other Westdale kit) won't be available for the forseeable future. I spoke to the proprietor a few months ago and he's taking a break as his wife is very ill. He said that he didn't know when he'd restart - if ever. As you say it's the best GUV around. If anyone has a spare one I'd very much like to hear from them! Cheers, Ray. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
F-UnitMad Posted October 12, 2015 Share Posted October 12, 2015 I think the price when they were on general sale detracted from what they actually are, and they got a poor reputation on the back of it. Randall That kind of sums up Skytrex locomotives & rolling stock entirely, really. "Cheap & cheerful" models, but "Premium" prices. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RandyWales Posted October 13, 2015 Share Posted October 13, 2015 Hi Randall, I am picking up a couple of Skytrex NCV's next week, I looked at them a few months ago, and ummed and arred, but after seeing yours on the layout, I spoke to the Guy again this week and I have got them for a decent price, not as cheap as yours, but still a good price when you consider they are RTR, and they have been nicely weathered, but i just need to paint the ends blue "as they are black moulded plastic colour at the moment". He did have a RTR GUV in Blue, but I have 4 x Westdale ones to build, so I passed on that. Best regards Craig. Hi Craig... I might be interested in a Blue GUV...can you PM me with his contact details and likely cost? Thanks Randall Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
muddys-blues Posted October 13, 2015 Author Share Posted October 13, 2015 Hi Randall, I will pm you Craig. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
djparkins Posted October 14, 2015 Share Posted October 14, 2015 The Skytrex Spring 2013 catalogue lists them at £240.00, and shows them available in crimson, blue, and green. I've never seen one so I can't comment on the shape compared to the Westdale or Heljan ones. Rob £240.00??? My Word. You can get one of ours for £139.00 + VAT Some of these prices are just beyond me! David Parkins Modern Motive Power www.djparkins.com Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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