MAISTO 1/18 - PORSCHE PANAMERA TURBO

2011 Porsche Panamera Turbo Grey Diecast Car Model 1/18 by Maisto

The Panamera divided Porsche fans due to its obvious family man benefits, but if you like the design this replica should appeal, its gun-metal paint is well-applied, every door opens except those for the two passengers, and the interior detail is convincing. the engine also looks good despite being a one-piece moulding.

MAISTO 1/24 - 1970 CORVETTE

1970 Chevrolet Corvette Bronze Diecast Car Model 1/24 Die Cast Car by Maisto

A well-executed metallic bronze paint job and respectable engine detail are the main plus-points of this fetching Stingray, which should excite fans of American muscle cars. Its interior is well-appointed, and high-chrome wheels and trim, opening doors and decent printing make this good value for those on a budget.

CORGI 1/76 GREEN GODDESS OPERATION FRESCO

The Green Goddess is an icon of emergency motor heritage and despite their age, many are still in working order today. Originally developed in the event of a Soviet nuclear strike, the Green Goddess was a fire engine used by the AFS (Auxiliary Fire Service) until its disbandment and more recently by the British Armed Forces during fire strikes of 1977 and 2002 (codename – Operation Fresco). These largely green-painted vehicles were built between 1953 and 1956 based on an army truck, weighed in at 7.5 tonnes and had a top speed of 45mph. In 2005 the Ministry of Defence sold more than 20 as the government disposed of surplus vehicles. All of the machines were sold for between £3,500 and £7,500. Shop here

MGB WHITE GOLD '50th ANNIVERSARY MODEL'

The MGB, launched in September 1962, was initially planned to have a product life of ten years. However, fears that American safety legislation might ban convertibles, the financial constraints created by the chaos inside British Leyland along with the management’s Triumph bias all threatened to prevent a new car being developed. Instead, the MGB continued selling well, especially in its primary market of America, testament to the genius of MG stylist Don Hayter and the car’s enduring appeal. However, from September 1974, like many other cars of the same era, it was fitted with heavy Bayflex-90 Polyurethane bumpers and had its ride-height raised by 4cm in order to meet stringent US safety legislation. Shop here

SCANIA T FELDBINDER TANKER-AMC CEMENT, NEWCASTLE CO.DUBLIN

AMC Concrete Ltd was established in 2007 by its current owner Andrew McCabe to provide a unique service to the Irish construction sector, supplying ready mix concrete using volumetric mixers.
Using this impressive machinery allows AMC Concrete to provide concrete to customers on a pay for what you use basis.  The Scania T Cab is one of many vehicles in their striking liveried fleet and with the tanker, is used for drawing cement from the cement plant to their own depot in Newcastle Co. Dublin. Shop here

HOT WHEELS 1/43 FERRARI F430 GT3

 

Ferrari F430 GT3 34 JMB Racing Italian GT3 2009 Elite Edition 1/43 by Hotwheels

The F430 is a stunner but it takes on a whole new aura in racing mode. Hot Wheels' rendition of the JMB Racing 2009 car is stunning, with wonderful printing, superb carbon-fibre spoiler and eye-popping engine detail under the clear cover. Simply beautiful.

HOT WHEELS 1/43 FERRARI F430 GT3

 

  Ferrari F430 GT3 57 Italian GT3 2009 Championship Winner Elite Edition 1/43 by Hotwheels
 
This super Kessel Racing GT3 has all the fine attributes of the above vehicle, but this example portrays the victor in the 2009 Italian Championship. With excellent printing and a great interior, it's a winner in every sense.

VANGUARDS 1/43 ALLEGRO SS LAGOON BLUE

When the Allegro was launched in 1973 it was, in the spirit of the times rather brash, with its squared off steering wheel and brightly covered bri-nylon interiors. No product could have exuded the zeitgeist more than the 1750ss shown here in lagoon blue with ochre interior. Shop here

VANGUARDS 1/43 AUSTIN ALLEGRO SPECIAL LE TARA GREEN

Production of the Allegro’s 1300cc engine was reduced due to preparations for the forthcoming Metro during 1978 so BL created the Special LE to maintain production levels. Priced at only £2,965.95 to tempt buyers away from the 1300, it offered a 5-speed gearbox, Sundym tinted-glass, passenger-door-mirror, lockable fuel-cap, fog-lamps, tachometer and a leather steering wheel. Launched on Wednesday the 5th April 1978 and publicised as ‘The Allegro of a Lifetime’ just two metallic colours were offered; Tara Green and Astral Blue. Only 6,800 Special LEs were produced and very few survive. However, the car modelled has been lovingly cared for since 1995 by Surrey enthusiasts Mr and Mrs Don and Norma Bridle.Shop here

VANGUARD 1/43 FORD CORTINA GT MKII 1967 SAFARI RALLY BENGHT SONDERSTOM & GUNNAR PALM

Ford put a tremendous amount of effort into the 1967 Safari Rally, entering seven cars in total and spending a budget of £50,000 on the event. However the car developed alternator trouble during one of the stages and were unable to use all their lights, causing them to plunge headlong into a huge trench running across the track which finished their rally. The rally was won by the previous years winner Bert Shankland and Chris Rothwell in a Peugeot 404.Shop here

CORGI 1/43 HILLMAN IMP - RENFREWSHIRE & BUTE POLICE

As the Hillman Imp was built in Linwood, Scotland, it was obviously a first choice vehicle for panda car duties in the area. One of the forces that used the Imp was the Renfrew and Bute Constabulary who chose this very unusual colour scheme for their vehicles, which certainly stood out well. In May 1975 the force ceased to exist when it was merged with several others to form the Strathclyde Police. Shop here

VANGUARDS 1/43 SINGER COUPE METALLIC SILVER

After the Singer Coupe was introduced in January 1967 but didn't live a long life and soon fell victim to Chryslers' rationalisation policy, due to their limited sales.Shop here

MINICHAMPS 1/18 MCLAREN MP4/13 MERCEDES V10 F1 1998-MIKA HAKKINEN

This McLaren model has been specially released by Minichamps on behalf of the McLaren Supporters Club, run by the West-sponsored McLaren F1 team. The model is as raced to world championship victory in 1998 by the team's Finnish driver, Mika Hakkinen. Unlike the generally released models, this version comes complete with 'West' sponsor logos.Shop here

ROAD LEGENDS 1/18 1932 FORD ROADSTER STREET ROD

The 1932 Ford Street Rod was an icon, known worldwide as "the deuce". This 1932 Blue Ford Roadster Street Rod Diecast Model Car is stunning and features opening doors, and steerable front wheels.  No collection is complete without this beautiful car. Shop here