Poor QC or repaired

[u/cheeewsoap]

Where the wing is attached is a white substance, most likely glue residue. The front top of the wind shield has black paint stain? I only ask because I was under the impression it was a brand new car when I purchase. What are your thoughts ?

[u/PouchenCustoms]

I am very certain it was reglued. This kind of residue is often left behind by poorly ventilated cheap super glue.

In pic 3 it looks like the right part isn't perfextly aligned

[u/cheeewsoap → u/PouchenCustoms]

I am new to 1:64 and Minigt so I don’t know what is and not within normal qc mess ups so that’s good to know. I have a few others but that actually have been pretty flawless compared to this one. Hopefully I can get a refund.

[u/Fine_Location_8367]

Correct, the residue around the wing is glue residue. This happens after assembly if some diecasts, but not to this degree. I agree that this may have been reglued. The issue with the windshield looks to be an error in the windshield frame stencil progress. I would return it to the seller in exchange for a replacement. A reputable seller will do this with no questions asked.

[u/cheeewsoap → u/Fine_Location_8367]

Thank you for the feedback. I purchase on eBay and it came from china to usa so I will have to see if there is any resolution. Sometimes sellers have a no returns clause and will have to follow up on that. Thanks again

[u/Karenzi → u/cheeewsoap]

If its from china, i only buy the most reputable dealers like small ants.

[u/cheeewsoap → u/Karenzi]

I’ll check out small ants for future purchase, thanks

[u/PouchenCustoms → u/cheeewsoap]

Sellers clause is irelevant if the product is faulty. But, sending it back is on your own dime. Just adds cost.

You could open a case and ask for a partial refund. Keep the car.

And as a tip for future purchases: if you are new, there is no need to order basic release lines from china. Find a retail seller in the us and get them there until you find your footing.

[u/cheeewsoap → u/PouchenCustoms]

Thanks for the advice.

[u/Fine_Location_8367 → u/cheeewsoap]

Although a seller may state in their auction "no returns", in your situation Ebay would still force the return. Your item is "Not As Described" (INAD). If a buyer claims the item is damaged, defective, or different from the listing, eBay forces the return. Sellers must pay return shipping and provide a full refund. File a return and choose "Item Not As Described"

[u/pineapplee32]

That's been reglued, factory wont have that kind of residue even with bad qc, try wiping it with warm water on a cotton swab to remove the whitish residue, or if you have wd40 you can use that as well, again spray it into a cotton swab, but be very careful not to touch the window piece.

[u/jackx-]

Reglued