The original has massive startup problems: These range from the 12-volt battery to non-functional window regulators to faulty navigation systems... in total, there were so many error messages that Chevy withdrew its electric performance car for the time being. 557 horsepower should shoot it to 100 km/h in less than 5 seconds and, at around $60,000, it is supposed to bridge the gap between compact cars and expensive Cadillac electric cars. But now, GM is holding it back to make improvements.
And Matchbox is stepping up with its successful version: The model builders even provide a look under the hood, where the second drive is replicated.
Proportions and prints are also accurate, though it's a pity that Matchbox installs the black glass roof as a single piece of plastic, which also includes the side windows and panes, and one can only distinguish metal and glass from the texture, unlike the original.
The opening hood drives the price: While standard Matchbox models are traded at "Action" from 1.29 euros and at Tedi from 1.50 euros, the not-so-commonly found "Moving Parts" models require at least 4.29 euros, sometimes 4.59 or 4.79 euros, or even more to be invested.
But many models like the Blazer EV are only available with "Moving Parts".
What does this mean?
Chevrolet also landed in production hell with the Blazer EV. It's a pity, because it was supposed to bridge the (power) gap between Cadillac and the affordable Bolt and even offers optical uniqueness. In this case, the Matchbox model proves to be the more reliable purchase.
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