Breaking the law, breaking the Law! Solido’s 1/18 scale Porsche 911 Outlaw
Tastefully modified to perfection… in 1/18th scale!
So what exactly is an “Outlaw” anyway? It’s a term commonly used in the Porsche-sphere for a modified 911 or 356 that even a purist can’t deny is cool. These modded Porsches need to be clean, usually favoring function over form, and have to look like they came from the factory that way. Think along the lines of an Emory Special. I would say most RWB’s are too crazy to be Outlaws, and I’d say Singer’s are “Reimagined”. To backdate something simply means to make a newer model look from an older period. This model is Solido’s 911 Backdated Outlaw, so there you go.
Solido is quickly becoming a fan favorite around CastHeads. They are the budget model that doesn’t feel like a budget model. They’ve been cranking out the cars since partnering with GT Spirit and OttOmobile under the Z-Brands umbrella. They’ve released 88 new models last year alone, with everything from the BMW E46 M3, to the legendary R34 Skyline GTR, to McLaren F1’s. The cost savings come from shut hoods and trunks, but Solido still treats us to opening doors and steerable front wheels.
Ever since I got to go to Luft7 last fall, I’ve been looking for 1/18 Porsche models to add to my collection. I believe this particular Outlaw model appears to be inspired by on the 911 RSR Backdate Outlaw built by Rothsport Racing. It was featured and sold on Petrolicious’s Market Place back in 2017. I hope I don’t insult the Solido design when I say “based on” or “inspired by”. The model clearly wears the same livery and has the same style interior as that car, but there are far too many differences to call it a replica of that car.
Regardless of its origins or Solido’s intentions, this is one badass Porsche model. There’s no denying that the color scheme is perfection. A solid red strip franked by two blue sport stripes extends from the nose to ducktail. Yellow lens should be standard on every Porsche from this era, and the details like the Iroc front bumper, single chrome side mirror, and grab-hook latches bring the Outlaw-ness on home. The interior sports a half-rollcage, fire suppression system, and striped down door cards. Best of all, no dog-leg hinges!
Keep in mind though, Solido is a budget model brand. The front wheels steer, but I can only turn them right. The sidewalls of the tires are balloons, and there are no details on the rubber to speak of. This is really the area where I found the model strayed too from the Rothsport Racing car. That car is low and wide, while the Solido model has a more aggressive bulldog stance. The Fuch style wheels look great from afar, but they left me wanting more depth and realism. You can easily see the tabs that hold the rear-quarter glass in place and the posts that mount the car to its display base stick out like sore thumbs.
Considering all that, this is still a model worthy of my shelf. I’ve got it parked next to Auto Art’s 996 GT2 and GT Spirits 997 Sport Classic in my current display rotation. I’m tempted to get another one to modify and make a 911 Outlaw of my own! Did I mention it only costs $50?
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01-02-2024
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