MOTORMAX 1:18 1956 FORD THUNDERBIRD WITH HARD TOP

One of the most coveted cars of the 50s, it became an instant classic, just as sought-after by collectors today! 

Die cast T-bird in 1:18 scale sports a porthole top, Continental kit, and wide white sidewalls. Realistic detailing, opening doors and hood, moving rubber tires, gleaming chrome-look trim, detailed engine compartment, and more. 9.5"L. Shop here

ROAD CHAMPS 1/43 FORD CROWN VICTORIA 'SOUTH DAKOTA HIGHWAY PATROL'

This is 1/43 rd scale diecast model, the Ford Crown Victoria. So far, 45 different versions have appeared, all with liveries from the various State and Highway Patrol police departments. Mostr of them are tempo printed and the quality and finish are excellent, especially if you consider the fact that a fiver! It is quite amazing. The tempo printing of the door crestes-some of which is quite intricate-is excellent. The range of bar lights is as varied as the chosen states. Shop here

OXFORD DIECAST 1/43 DAIMLER 1929 KING GEORGE V (SANDRINGHAM)

This magnificent detailed Royal Daimler purchased by King George V and delivered in August 1929 was for his personal use and only two were made - the second was for his wife Queen Mary. Painted in the Royal colours of black and maroon, the car also carried the appropriate heraldic decoration. The Royal 'identification' lamp was fitted on the canopy and the crowning glory has to be the mascot on the bonnet depicting Britannia sitting on the Globe and the Royal Standard features proudly above the front windscreen. Model is presented on a removable plinth with a removable hard plastic cover. Shop here

VANGUARDS 1/43 SUBARU IMPREZA 2000cc TURBO WORLD RALLY CHAMPIONSHIP - COLIN McRAE

McRae’s 1995 season started badly, with no hint that he would end it as World Rally Champion and the youngest ever winner of the title. However, by dint of a superb winning drive in New Zealand, and a controversial second place in Catalunya, McRae and Ringer started the last event of the year, their home rally, equal on points with Subaru team-mates Carlos Sainz and Luis Moya. The result was never really in doubt, despite suffering a puncture in Pundershaw and losing two minutes, McRae simply pulverised the opposition to win the rally and become Britain’s first World Rally Champion. In Catalunya McRae and Ringer were classified second behind team mates Sainz and Moya after Dave Richards, Subaru’s team manager, imposed team orders. Colin initially did not agree with this and posted a series of fast stage times. However he finally assented and clocked into the penultimate time control late, giving Sainz and Moya the victory. Shop here

BRUMM 1/43 FIAT 600D MULTIPLA 'RAI'

Introduction in 1955 it was produced until 1964. With a total length of 139ins (345cm) it had three rows of seats to accommodate six people. Powered by the Fiat the Fiat 600 saloon engine of 633cc, the little bus would happily do 50 mph and give 45 mpg. The rear-mountd engine meant luggage space was limited but the seats did not fold down. Used as taxis in their native Italy, the fully independently sprung minibus was original people carrier back in the mid 1950s, an idea that has been taken up by the Japanese car manufactures of today. Shop here

MINICHAMPS 1/43 FORD CORTINA MK1 - BLUE

A mainstay of the Ford range for many a year depicted here. It looks very realistic, except on our version the rear nearside wheel was raised higher than the others. The basic interior has been well modelled. Superb wheels, rear light cluster and exceptional badging front and rear. Shop here

MAISTO 1/18 1963 DODGE 330 DIECAST MODEL CAR

1963 Dodge 330 Diecast Model Red 1/18 Die Cast Car By Maisto

The Dodge 330 was a large sized automobile sold by the Dodge division of the Chrysler Corporation in 1963 and 1964. The coupe often used a 6 cylinder engine. This is your chance to own this rare 1963 Red Dodge 330 Diecast Model Car.

WELLY 1/18 1968 CAMARO SS 396 DIECAST MODEL CAR

1968 Chevrolet Camaro SS 396 Diecast Model White 1/18 Die Cast Car By Welly

A timeless classic, this 1968 White Camaro SS 396 Diecast Model Car is a stunning replica of one of Chevrolets greatest cars ever. Features opening doors, hood and trunk. No collection is complete without one of these finely crafted collectables.

JADA 1/18 1963 CADILLAC SERIES 62 'SCARFACE'

1963 Cadillac Series 62 From Movie "Scarface" Diecast Model 1/18 Die Cast Car By Jada

The Cadillac Series 62 is remembered for its huge sharp tailfins with dual bullet tail lights. The engine was entirely changed for 1963, though the displacement and output remained the same. This is a stunning 1963 Yellow Cadillac Series 62 Diecast Model Car that Tony Montana drove in the movie Scarface. Features opening hood, doors, trunk and steerable front wheels and 1/18th scale figure of Tony Montana.

CORGI 1/43 SCAMMELL HIGHWAYMAN TANKER 'CROW CARRYING COMPANY'

A tanker in the livery of Crow Carrying Company of Barking in Essex is hauled by a Scammell Highwayman. It will make an impressive show in the display cabinet. Shop here

VANGUARDS 1/43 TRIUMPH SPITFIRE MKIII HARD TOP VALENCIA BLUE

The Spitfire complemented Triumph's successful 'TR' sports car range when it was introduced in 1962, and it was priced to compete with the MG Midget.The Mk3 was introduced in 1967 and brought a new 1296cc engine that produced 75BHP, which was more than enough in a car that weighed only 1652lbs.Shop here

EXOTO RACING LEGEND 1/18 GEORGE WINTERSTEEN #12 1964 CORVETTE GRAND SPORT

Of the 2 Grand Sport Roadsters ever built, Roger Penske bought BOTH! Chassis 001 was picked up from the GM factory and prepped for the 1966 Sebring 12-Hour event. It made its racing debut against Ford GT40's, Ferraris, Chaparrals, and Porsches. After the 1966 Sebring race, George Wintersteen bought Grand Sport chassis 002 from Roger Penske and picked up his Roadster. The Wintersteen Roadster was immediately updated by Traco with a 427 ci engine equipped with a single Holley carburetor. This gorgeous car was recreated faithfully by Exoto! There are a ton of features crammed into this 1/18 scale beauty - here's just a few: - die-cast metal-body, full opening parts - carpeted interior - fabric seat belts with photo-etched hardware - steering function - special louvered hood with to-scale bungie strap - photo-etched radiator with genuine rod bracing - rubber-like Goodyear tires with genuine tread pattern - independent die-cast metal rolling chassis - working suspension & rear suspension trailing arms - ...and MUCH MORE! Here's a little more information on the Wintersteen Roadster, as provided by Exoto.com: Competing in the 1966 US Road Racing Championship, Wintersteen and chassis 002 delivered impressive results at Bridgehampton, Watkins Glen and Mosport, given that the competition was now two years ahead and far more sophisticated. The 1966 USRRC event at Watkins Glen, in particular, stands out from the other races. George remembers being bumped by Charlie Parsons' McLaren before moving over to give Parsons the racing line. "The next thing I knew, Parsons was off in the weeds amid great clouds of dust," Wintersteen recalls. He does not, however, recall stopping his Corvette to pull Mark Donohue from his crashed and burning Lola T70! Shop here

EFE 1/76 LONDON TRANSPORT MUDEUM BUS SET

 

Bus set 14 comprises of two Dartford model buses from 1963, the London Transport Central Area RT Type and the London Transport Country Area AEC Renown. This limited edition bus set was commissioned exclusively for the London Transport Museum and comes in attractive gift box detailing its contents. Contents: AEC Regent III double deck bus, fleet number RT4528 on route 96 to Dartford and AEC Renown double deck bus, AEC Demonstrator 8071ML on route 480 to Gravesend via Dartford. Shop here

METAL TOYS AND AUTOMATA

As with most books of this type, this should not be regarded as providing an in-depth study of the subject. The main charm will come from the illustrations, and at a size which enables the beauty of the models to be fully appreciated.

After a chapter of introduction, the book deals with a selected range of subjects, namely automata (toys with automation to represent the movements of people or animals), metal toys, model railways, toy soldiers and diecast toys.

In each chapter, the text is sufficient to provide the basic information without going into great detail. Don't therefore expect to put down this book hoping to be an expert on the subjects covered. A work such as this hopefully will whet several appetites and lead to further collecting and/or reading. Shop here