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Thomassima 3

The Thomassima III was the third in a series of three concept cars designed by Tom Meade, an American automotive designer and coachbuilder who resided in Italy for a time. The car used a Ferrari Colombo V12 and featured gullwing doors. This was the last automobile Meade completed before his passing in August 2013; the Thomassima IV he had been working on at the time remains unfinished. The car is currently located at the Museo Casa Enzo Ferrari. The Thomassima 3 has come out in the following versions:

2000 First EditionsGreg Padginton DesignsLicensed Hot WheelsAmerican CarsItalian CarsFinal Run SeriesDiscontinued VehiclesCoupes
Debut year2000
Debut series2000 First Editions
Produced years2000 – 2005
DesignerGreg Padginton
Collector no.24367
Reference statusOpen catalog page

Thomassima 3 LW
Collector identity

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Thomassima 3 first appears in 2000 First Editions. The current catalog tracks it across 2000 – 2005. Designer credit is listed as Greg Padginton. Check Description, Versions, Gallery before trusting a vague seller title.

  • 2000 First Editions
  • Greg Padginton Designs
  • Licensed Hot Wheels
  • American Cars
  • Italian Cars
  • Final Run Series
Exact variation matching

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Reference images

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2001
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