執子之手 – 拓意紅旗L5迎親婚車
雖然拓意造車工藝愈來愈好，但炒話題的功力同樣犀利，在聖誕前後拓意上市了紅旗L5 – 迎親婚車，老實說L5(現稱「國禮」)並不新鮮，但將一對新人公仔、氣球拱門放在一起，又是一個新玩法。不如拓意考慮單獨出人仔，應該有一番作為。
紅旗國禮(原L5)於24年6月上市，官方售價718萬元人民幣起，其近6米車身尺寸（5,980/2,090/1,710mm）及3,730mm軸距，奠定其中國內地旗艦車款的地位。國禮外觀相當易認：標誌性雙圓形水晶頭燈、電動升降「金葵花」車徽，搭配巨型鍍鉻鬼面罩，車側採用「大餅」式鍍鉻輪圈。內櫳採用橫貫式中控台搭配雙聯屏幕設計，於中央配置石英鐘。動力方面，新一代4.0T V8渦輪增壓引擎，最大輸出達388匹馬力、峰值扭力530Nm，極速達220km/h。不過據知就算有錢都未必買得到，只因廠方會對買家進行品格審查。
在拓意的世界中，紅旗L5早已出現，不過今次出現的方式有所不同。如早前的飛機樓梯車、過大禮貨車等，拓意造人的能力不容小覤。今次紅色包裝盒上印有紅旗L5 – 迎親婚車 Hongqi L5 “Wedding Day”字樣，透明開窗設計下是一套穿西式禮服的新人，男的黑禮服女的白婚紗，另外附紅色「氣球」的拱門、車頭裝飾以及都粉紅色氣球擺設等。以往我也有其他品牌的婚紗人仔，但不及這具有動慼，更重要的一點是，不靠外力的情況下，男的手必須「牽上」女的手才能穩站地面，果真是「執子之手，與子偕老」。至於氣球拱門這回事，我想用上白色或金色更好，紅色或許太有喜感。
“Hand in Hand” – Xcartoys Hongqi L5 “Wedding Day”
While Xcartoys continues to improve their craftsmanship in model cars, their marketing prowess remains equally impressive. This Christmas season, they’ve launched the Hongqi L5 Wedding Edition. Though the L5 (now known as “Guo Li” or National Gift) isn’t new to collectors, combining it with bride and groom figurines and a balloon arch creates an innovative presentation. Perhaps Xcartoys should consider releasing a separate figurine series – that could be quite promising.
The Hongqi Guo Li (formerly L5) launched in June 2024 with a starting price of 7.18 million RMB. Its impressive dimensions (5,980/2,090/1,710mm) and 3,730mm wheelbase establish its position as China’s flagship luxury vehicle. The Guo Li’s distinctive features include signature dual crystal headlights, a power-rising “Golden Sunflower” emblem, and a massive chrome grille. The side profile showcases “pizza-dish” style chrome wheels. Inside, there’s a horizontal dashboard with dual screens and a central quartz clock. Powered by a new 4.0T V8 turbocharged engine, it delivers 388 horsepower and 530Nm of torque, reaching a top speed of 220km/h. Interestingly, money alone can’t secure one – potential buyers must pass a character assessment by the manufacturer.
In Xcartoys’ world, the Hongqi L5 isn’t new, but this presentation is unique. Following their successful aircraft stairs truck and traditional wedding goods truck models, Xcartoys demonstrates their exceptional figurine-making skills. The red packaging displays “Hongqi L5 ‘Wedding Day'” text, with a window revealing a Western-styled bride and groom – he in black, she in white. Accessories include a red balloon arch, front car decorations, and pink balloon arrangements. While I’ve owned other brands’ wedding figurines, none match this set’s dynamism. Most importantly, the groom must “hold” the bride’s hand to stand stable without support – truly embodying the ancient Chinese saying “I take your hand, to grow old together.” As for the balloon arch, I think white or gold would be more elegant than the rather festive red.
