item 8 AMT ERTL The Dukes of Hazzard General Lee Dodge Charger Model Kit 8597 SEALED, 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 20 product ratings, the Flag on Roof visible on the box itself. There doesn't appear to be any significant harm to the rest of the exterior. We do not refund shipping fees. 1969 Dodge Charger R/T 440 'General Lee' from 'Dukes of Hazzard' (Ertl) 1/18. Engines in the TV show General Lees varied; they used 318, 383, and 440-cubic-inch engines. [citation needed]. or Best Offer. The two occupants had to go to the hospital. Traveller was also the name of the car in Moonrunners, the 1975 movie precursor to The Dukes of Hazzard. It is known for performing wild stunts, especially high jumps, in almost every episode. Can see it on the top left corner and on the one side. 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The most common size was P235/70R14; P235/70R15 was also used. The special purpose built "Ski Car" (the car that was used for stunts involving driving on the left side or right side wheels with the opposite side wheels in the air) had a 318, as it was lighter weight. The movie gave them new credibility and is no longer considered to be an inaccurate choice. In the final season, radio-controlled miniatures were occasionally used, to the chagrin of several cast members. The first one landed hard on its nose, broke, and careened right into the guardrail. PosterGlobe Poster B976 Daisy Dang Dukes Hazzard Pin-Up Girl Hot Rod Motorcycle Auto Shop Cave12 x 18", MPC The Dukes of Hazzard The Ghost of General Lee 1/25 Scale Plastic Model Car Kit. 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Coltrane) and police (as well as the Police commissioner Boss Hogg) as the main characters, Bo and Luke, ran moonshine following crackdowns on the transportation of alcohol during prohibition. The rocker trim was left on due to previously poor body work on the left quarter panel, the gas cap trim, and wheel well trim were missing so the trim was removed on LEE 2 and 3 to match. The "General Lee" car itself has been at the center of controversy in the years since the show concluded. The Dukes of Hazzard, which aired on CBS from 1979 to 1985, followed the adventures of cousins Bo (Schneider) and Luke (Tom Wopat) in fictional Hazzard County, Georgia. by Thanos Pappas One of the few remaining examples of the 'General Lee' Dodge Chargers from the TV show Dukes of Hazard was involved in a serious single-car accidentin Missouri last weekend.. Items returned with makeup, deodorant, perfume, or similar product stains will be shipped back to you and are subject to additional shipping costs. Dukes of Hazzard General Lee 1969 Dodge Charger Model Kit: From the classic Dukes of Hazzard TV show! His offer was turned down. The car is a 1968 Dodge Charger R/T, painted blue instead of orange, and lacking the General Lee's distinctive insignia. The cars somewhat resembled a late 1990s to early 2000s (decade) General Lee clone, but the overall flavor of the General Lee is still obvious. The decals got stuck on the plastic so please see in the pictures the damage that was done on the decals. Trending price is based on prices over last 90 days. That would be a Round 2 version so remember too look at the box Grafics so you know if getting the correct Original released vintage like this or the so called politically correct version. All online orders from Facebook and Instagram are obligated to follow the returns and exchanges policies set forth onthis page. From what we can see, this one gets many of the details right. (3) $15.00. The General Lee, the iconic car from the television show "The Dukes of Hazzard," was painted bright orange with a Confederate battle flag on its roof. AMT ERTL 1969 DODGE CHARGER MODEL KIT DUKES OF HAZZARD GENERAL LEE 8597 1997. After keeping the car for eight years, he sold it to an individual that had it restored to show quality. Valid reasons for returns & exchanges are: size issues, wrong product shipped and damaged goods. Many of the General Lee Chargers used in the filming of the series belong to private owners now. With a unique horn that plays the first twelve notes of Dixie, the car is a homage to the South and its name from the famous Confederate Army general Robert E. Lee. LEE 2, like LEE 1, was a second unit car with a full roll cage, a 383 V-8, a floor shifted automatic transmission and A/C. Vintage 1969 Charger General Lee 1:18 Dukes Of Hazard - Rare Malibu in Box! Car & Truck Safety & Security Accessories. Your payment information is processed securely. He said some of the Chargers on the show used cloth medical tape for the white portions of the flag on the car's roof. $89.99 +$12.99 shipping AMT ERTL 1969 DODGE CHARGER MODEL KIT DUKES OF HAZZARD GENERAL LEE 8597 1997 $109.89 Free shipping 1969 Dodge Charger R/T Blue 1:25 Diecast Model Car. New Vintage Dukes Of Hazzard General Lee Dodge Charger Model Kit AMT Ertl 8597 $55.00 +$12.95 shipping The Dukes Of Hazzard "General Lee" Dodge Charger AMT ERTL Model Kit 1997 NEW! Please check listing for cut off times "The General Lee" redirects here. Dukes of Hazzard star John Schneider, who played Bo Duke on the '80s show, reportedly owns several of the iconic Chargers and ran into trouble with one in 2019 when Hurricane Ida uprooted a tree on his property that fell and crushed the car. The car from the opening scene belongs to professional golfer, Bubba Watson, and two of those cars temporarily sold to Warner Brothers for $1.00 by Everett J.R. Barton of Wichita, Kansas and he re-purchased them for $1.25 after production completed. Dukes of Hazzard General Lee model kit Amt $38 $59 35% OFF MPC The Dukes of Hazzard General Lee Charger Model Kit 1/25 BRAND NEW SEALED MPC $84 $94 10% OFF Free shipping SOLD Dukes of Hazzard 1/16 Model Car Amt $115 $150 23% OFF SOLD Vintage Dukes of Hazzard General Lee 1/24 Plastic Model Built $34 $50 32% OFF ", "Barrett-Jackson 2012: Dukes of Hazzard 1969 Dodge Charger General Lee falls flat [UPDATE: w/video]", "Masters Winner Bubba Watson Owns The Original 'General Lee', "Bubba Watson Bought The General Lee [Photos]", "Five social media lessons from @BubbaWatson, Masters champ", "AutoTrader Commercial Features the General Lee", "Suitable for Children: Act One: Stars & Bars & Bars", "What tradition does the Confederate flag represent? The car's name is a reference to Robert E. Lee, general of the Confederate States Army during the American Civil War. Sign up for notifications from Insider! If you have any questions about the return policy of an item, please contact customer service before you purchase. The sounds came from the exhaust systems fitted to the "close-up" cars; the parts used were Blackjack brand headers, dual exhausts, and the aforementioned Thrush mufflers. WB mechanics had to maintain the cars at company expense. Many of the cars had been cut up to allow for inside camera views. See each listing for international shipping options and costs. General Lee Dodge Charger car 3D model ad vertisement by QCCShop. This is a the Famous 1969 Charger General Lee Die-Cast Vehicle from ERTL Collectibles. IF YOUR ORDER ARRIVES DAMAGED OR YOU BELIEVE IT TO BE DEFECTIVE. Dukes of Hazzard General Lee Tamiya Custom Made Cut Vinyl Decals Stickers Kit 10th Scale. The director loved the move so much, he had John Schneider (Bo) climb in, too. The car appears in every episode but one ("Mary Kaye's Baby"). Unboxing and model kit review.All model kits have been purchased unless otherwise noted. The TV showThe Dukes of Hazzard was famous for the automotive stunts from the orange 1969 Dodge Charger called the General Lee. There was an error signing up for restock notifications. Later, the same ride features as the General Lee used in The Dukes of Hazzard feature film in 2005 and a direct-to-video prequel The Dukes of Hazzard: The Beginning in 2007. 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General Lee Remote Control Car | The Dukes of Hazzard The Retro Stuff Guy 278 subscribers Subscribe 178 Share 16K views 3 years ago Found once again in my forgotten treasures, my General. Top subscription boxes right to your door, 1996-2023, Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. The Western Taney County Fire Protection District posted to Facebook Sunday that, upon responding to a highway incident that afternoon, they discovered that the car involved was the "iconic and historic" Dodge Charger from the classic TV series The Dukes of Hazzard. The "General Lee" car, which has a Confederate flag roof and is named after Civil War general Robert E. Lee, has sparked controversy in recent years. All sales are final, no returns, sold as shown and described. Stay up to date with what you want to know. Their is a identical box version released much later with artwork and everything else the same except for it does not show the roof flag anymore on the General ! However, there are lots of replicas of the car out there, so we can't know this vehicle's authenticity for sure. Additionally, after racing welding, the doors of the car were inoperable, making it impossible to enter or exit the ride through any means other than the windows. The flag was used by the Confederate States of America for four years, from 1861 until 1865. Message if you have any questions. Items that smell strongly of smoke, are covered in pet/human hair or have the size/tag cut or torn out are not returnable under any circumstance. The running often included incredible jumps across rivers and gorges, which enthralled audiences and helped to ensure the fame of the General Lee. [11], In the aftermath of the 2015 Charleston, South Carolina, shooting deaths, there was a backlash against the Confederate battle flag, due to the flag's historical associations with slavery. It's those Duke Boys and their lovely cousin, Daisy, back with re-releases of popular . Grams said no one had complained to the museum.[20]. Hi-speed chases through the backwoods! ', This is one of the true Vintage General Lee model! The Hemi-orange 1969 Dodge Charger made famous by the Dukes of Hazzard television series and movies continues to be an iconic piece of history today. Their is a identical box version released much later with artwork and everything else the same except for it does not show the roof flag anymore on the General ! Approximately 24 1968 to 1970 Chargers were used in the film. LEE 1 was sold to professional golfer Bubba Watson at the 2012 Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale auction for US$110,000 (US$121,000 after buyer premium). The actor's home and studios in Holden, Louisiana, were damaged by Hurricane Ida, the fifth most powerful hurricane to ever strike the United States, according to The Hollywood Reporter. For example, check out the aftermath of this wrecked General Lee fromWestern Taney County, Missouri. MPC The Dukes of Hazzard The Ghost of General Lee 1/25 Scale Plastic Model Car Kit 3.9 (32) $18063 FREE delivery Feb 23 - 28 Or fastest delivery Feb 22 - 27 Only 1 left in stock - order soon. 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 product ratings, 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 31 product ratings, 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 product rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 75 product ratings. Cookies collect information about your preferences and your device and are used to make the site work as you expect it to, to understand how you interact with the site, and to show advertisements that are targeted to your interests. Free shipping for many products! The first three Georgia Lees had a set of crossed flags (a Confederate flag and checkered flag) on the panel between the rear window and trunk lid. New Vintage Dukes Of Hazzard General Lee Dodge Charger Model Kit AMT Ertl 8597. After the now-famous jump over Rosco P. Coltrane's police cruiser by stuntman Craig Baxley, it was stripped of its front seats and 1969-specific grill and taillight panel. Midway through the film, Cooter repairs the General after it is vandalized by Boss Hogg's hirelings. Box is factory sealed and has minor storage wear. [7], After demands in 2020 for removal of Confederate symbols, the Volo Museum refused to remove the car they had owned since 2005, another one used during the first season. 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SPECIFICATIONS: More Dukes of Hazzard items: Dukes of Hazzard Merchandise. [2][3][4][5] After he won the 2012 Masters tournament, there was controversy about his using the General in his Twitter header image. Also, be sure to check out our blog posts regarding Cosplay, Godzilla, Looney Tunes/Tweety Bird, Harley Quinn, The Legend of Zelda, The Hangover, Superheroes, Star Wars, Dunder Mifflin, Dr. Seuss, and Spongebob Squarepants. A 'General Lee' car from the Dukes of Hazzard was destroyed during Hurricane Ida. According to producers, the production went through an average of one car per episode as they were so incredibly hard on the ride with jumps that required ballast of between 500-1000 lbs. The lowest-priced item that has been used or worn previously.The item may have some signs of cosmetic wear, but is fully operational and functions as intended. Chargers from model-years 1968 and 1969 (no 1970 Chargers were used until the 2005 movie) were sourced and converted to General Lee specifications (taillights, grills, etc.). They were picked up from him in Wichita and were transported to Baton Rouge, both in driving condition. Schneider, who played Bo in the CBS television series, shared images of the crushed 1969 Dodge Charger on his Facebook page. All graphics had to meet specifications, all side markers and rocker panel chrome trim were removed; and roll bars and push bars had to meet an exact specification. Eventually, the first three General Lees started to show visible damage, so the crew had to start making more. The Dukes of Hazard is racing to the big screen! It is a representation of a Barn Find of the General Lee that looks too have been used in a Stunt jump during filming. 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (110) $23.37 $ 23. Eleven of the cars used for the movie had been purchased from the Luedtke Auto Group. Learn more about our shipping & returns, We never store your credit card information. The stunt drivers tended to prefer 440s (a higher performance engine) for jumps, so 440-powered stunt Lees were often saved for the higher and longer jumps. FREE delivery Thu, Jan 19 on $25 of . One other car was used before this car. print now. It is known for its signature horn, its police chases, stuntsespecially its long jumpsand for having its doors welded shut, leaving the Dukes to climb in and out through the windows. He repaints it a bright Hemi orange and adds the well-known trademarks (American Racing "Vector" 10-spoke "turbine" wheels, octagonal "01", black grille guard, Confederate flag on the roof, "Dixie" horn, and "General Lee" above the door window openings). "The whole politically correct generation has gotten way out of hand.". Later in the series the mechanics would raise the front end of the car to keep it from scraping against the ramp causing it to lose speed, thereby providing a cushion for the driver upon landing. /25 Dodge Charger "Black" diecast and I applied those decals to the black Charger and it looks awesome. In 2001, the hip-hop group Juggaknots's album Clear Blue Skies[9] included the song "Generally" about the racist imagery of the car. Despite the ballast, the landing attitude of the car was somewhat unpredictable, resulting in moderate to extremely violent forces, depending on how it landed. No matter how they choose to mimic its style, it is a testament to how iconic the General Lee from Dukes of Hazzard has become. Great condition too! It was used for the opening scene in "One Armed Bandits". According to the Anti-Defamation League, the flag "served as a potent symbol of slavery and white supremacy, which has caused it to be very popular among white supremacists.". However, the "close-up" Lees (except for the first one) were 383-powered. Shop products from small business brands sold in Amazons store. In 2014 the General Lee was featured in a commercial spot for AutoTrader. You can find out more and change our default settings with Cookies Settings. Once the hurricane came ashore in southern Louisiana on Sunday, Reuters reported, more than a million customers lost power and another 600,000 were without water. 37 $35.40 $35.40. Easy build. The TV show The Dukes of Hazzard was famous for the automotive stunts from the orange 1969 Dodge Charger called the General Lee. Schneider, who played Bo in the CBS television series, shared images of the crushed 1969 Dodge Charger on his Facebook page. Taking full control also saved some money, as now WB had the ability to buy cars, recondition them, and use them without paying daily rental fees. During this period, the only way to distinguish the 1968 conversions from the 1969 originals is by the shape of the dashboard padding. When filming a jump, anywhere from 500 to 1,000 pounds (230 to 450kg) of sand bags or concrete ballast was placed in the trunk to prevent the car from nosing over. After the filming the cars were returned to Everett. During jump scenes, some stunt cars were propelled under their own power by stunt drivers; others had their engines and transmissions removed. The buyer is responsible for ALL shipping & handling fees for items returned to us. Schneider defended the vehicle in a 2020 interview with The Hollywood Reporter. . International returns: $20 processing fee. "[16], After Bubba Watson, owner of LEE 1, won the 2012 Masters tournament, there was controversy about his using the General in his Twitter header image. We pride ourselves on customer service and satisfaction. Discover more about the small businesses partnering with Amazon and Amazons commitment to empowering them. MPC 1969 Dodge Country Charger RT Plastic Model Car Truck Vehicle 1/25 Scale #878-12. Popular costumes include April O'Neil and A League of Their Own costumes. TVSOxxxxxxx) and zip code, Choose if you want refund, exchange or store credit. Sold as is. However, in the prequel The Dukes of Hazzard: The Beginning, the left door was welded shut while the right one was not. ", The post asked fans to caption the image of the vehicle, with Schneider sharing his own: "Miss Ida stopped by to see the General at Miss Shirley's last night.". Photos of my Dukes of Hazzard original TV series General Lee. Many have taken it upon themselves to remove the flag, while keeping the 01 door emblems. I added pictures of a modified General Lee I done with this model. Please save the original packaging and damaged goods and contact us at1-248-888-7510or you can email us at support@tvstoreonline.com. Returns are assessed a processing fee. An instantly recognizable "General Lee" car, which became a controversial symbol of The Dukes of Hazzard, was destroyed during Hurricane Ida, actor John Schneider has revealed. Although Rushings ride was a 1958 Chrysler 300D, the General Lee ended up a little more muscled up due to the preferences of the time. Is the flag used as such in other applications? [citation needed] In the movie, the car has been repaired after being trashed, but the doors could not be fixed fast enough. [10] Singer Breezly Brewin' discussed the lyrics in "Suitable for Children," an episode of This American Life. Two people have been injured in a crash involving one of the most recognizable vehicles in pop-culture history, according to Missouri officials. Opens in a new window or tab. John Schnieder who was one of the stars ofThe Dukes of Hazzard asBo Duke talked a little about the General Lee in a video from 2019. In 2015, Warner Bros halted production of toy models of the car after facing criticism, The Hollywood Reporter said. at the best online prices at eBay! Tires used on the General Lee varied, but the best known make and model was the B.F. Goodrich Radial T/A. General Lee Dukes of Hazard 1969 Dodge Charger 1:18 Scale Diecast Model Car. By 1983, Warner Brothers turned total control of building General Lees to Ken Fritz. In 2020 Watson confirmed he had removed the flag.[7]. The two occupants required medical treatment with whatHollister Police Chief Preston Schmidt said the hospital called "moderate injuries," according to theSpringfield News-Leader. Nikia has many contributive works in several creative writing publications and holds a Master's degree in English with emphasis in Creative Writing from the University of Nebraska at Kearney. Even those unfamiliar with cars can appreciate and probably recognize the first twelve notes of Dixie that plays from the horn. The movie iteration of the Dukes of Hazzard utilized around twenty-four Chargers that ranged from 1968 to 1970 and often did not include engines. It was the only 4-speed equipped cars and was the backup to car #005. Free 4 day shipping . Mr. Barton's car, number 127, was then used for that scene. Of those, only around seventeen reportedly survived to today and those are in various states of repair. "After an investigation on scene, it was determined the driver of the vehicle was traveling too fast for the road conditions and lost control of the vehicle he was operating,"Schmidt said. The action that appears in a television program has consequences in the real world. The 1970 (made to 1969) car then had the engine removed, got the General Lee treatment then weight added to balance the car for the main Freeway jump. Number of bids and bid amounts may be slightly out of date. DUKES OF HAZZARD GENERAL LEE 1969 DODGE CHARGER.1/18 SCALE .ORANGE COLOR. Dukes of Hazzard General Lee model kit Sold See item details Similar items on Etsy ( Results include Ads ) Personalized Lego trays, Lego baseplate, kids gift, kids decor, kids gift, lego board ModernSilo $39.00 Bestseller Totally unique gift for the one you love, why not turn them into a Minifigure Hero? It appears in every episode but one, "Mary Kaye's Baby". Though it did sustain some damage during filming, it is fully road worthy and is privately owned by Troy Martinson in Minnesota. The bumper is askew, and the front fender now bends into the engine bay. Set in present day, The Dukes of Hazzard follows the adventures of "good old boy" cousins Bo (Seann William Scott) and Luke . Because of the fame of General Lee, WB had their staff mechanics build the cars to a specific appearance, even underneath. They were discontinued due to the continuity of the General Lee graphics, making it one less thing to be used. "When something like this happens you have two choices," wrote the 61-year-old actor in a Facebook caption. However, some changes were made before the specifications were laid out: The push bar became wider, the interior became a light beige color, and the roll bars were covered in black foam padding. EASY ORDER INFO HERE. The impact severely bent the body. Specifications. General Lee The Dukes of Hazzard Johnny Lightning Diecast Car. Brand New. add to list. Some items are not returnable or exchangeable. Most of the 'workhorse' stunt cars had 383s and 440s. The roof design, which featured the battle flag, has been a source of controversy over the years due to the flag's association with the Confederacy and its history of slavery in the United States. General Lee Replica Dukes of Hazzard Style On Missouri Highway. Commemorate your favorite cult classic with an awesome Dukes of Hazzard 1:18 General Lee Model Car . Dukes of Hazzard star John Schneider, who played Bo Duke on the '80s show, reportedly owns several of the iconic Chargers and ran into trouble with one in 2019 when Hurricane Ida uprooted a. [8] The commercial featured the General Lee with Dukes of Hazzard stars John Schneider and Tom Wopat. This limitation was not at first planned, but while filming the first chase (where Bo and Luke are chasing Cooter in Rosco's car), the passenger's door handle was damaged when it hit the mailboxes and could not be opened from the outside, so Tom Wopat (Luke) climbed though the window. Your recently viewed items and featured recommendations, Smokey and The Bandit 1:24 1977 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am Die-cast Car & Belt Buckle, Toys for Kids and Adults, Dodge 1/25 1969 Charger RT Children Vehicle Toys. Pre-Owned. More Buying Choices $99.99 (2 used & new offers) It has the Flag on Roof visible on the box itself. 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