Sunday, September 24, 2023

Tomica No.91, Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG


Die-cast car model Tomica No.91, Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG, was made in Vietnam by Takara Tomy in 2014. It has a length of 7.1 cm and weighs 56 grams (1:65 scale)

The Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG diecast car, labeled as No. 91, became available for sale in Japan in early 2012. Production ceased in early 2019 when it was replaced by the Co-Co Ichibanya curry rice kitchen car.

This die-cast car is available in various colors and styles, including matte black, gold (assembled in the Tomica Shop), white and green Dubai police car, silver and red JMAC, and a dark red Tomica Event Model.

Tomica No.96 Yamaha YFZ450R

 

       
        
 
  
 
Tomica No.96 Yamaha YFZ450R, made in China in the year 2010, has a length of 6 cm and weighs 48 grams (1:32 scale).

The Yamaha YFZ450R ATV metal car production began in the Classic Tomica Toyline (which includes the basic Tomica metal car models available to the general public) in 2010. Production continued until 2016 when it was replaced by the Honda Step Wagon.

This ATV model is available in only one color. 

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Pokémon Advance Generation Movie Set, Tomica Gift Set

 




Pokémon Advance Generation Movie Set, Tomica Gift Set (4 Cars), made in China by Tomy in the year 2003.


This set includes four metal cars inspired by the Pokémon movie game. Produced under license from Nintendo and TV Tokyo Shopro JR Kikaku, these metal cars were exclusively produced for sale in Japan, making them rarely seen outside of the country. Pokémon was first introduced in 1996, and its creator is Satoshi Tajiri.See more
 

Vitesse – Toyota Corolla C17 Liftback

 



Vitesse – Toyota Corolla C17 Liftback, made in Portugal in the year 1996, with a length of 10 cm and a weight of 161 grams (1:43 scale).

The Toyota Corolla C17 Liftback commenced production in 1995 and represented the eighth generation of the Corolla designed for the European, Australian, and certain Asian markets. This particular Corolla variant may not be very familiar to many due to its unique appearance.

In 1996, Vitesse produced this die-cast car under license from Ratima Ltd. in Switzerland, manufacturing it in Portugal. Notable energy drink brands such as Red Bull (Austria, sourced from Thailand) and Sauber Petronas (known for supplying engines to the Sauber F1 racing team) sponsored this endeavor. See more

 

Friday, September 22, 2023

Long Tomica - Volvo Dual Swing Airport Bus

 



Tomica No. L04 (Long Tomica) - Volvo Dual Swing Airport Bus, produced by Tomy in Japan in 1977, has a length of 18 cm.


The diecast Volvo Dual Swing Airport Bus is a two-section passenger shuttle bus in white, featuring green-blue graphics all around the vehicle. The left front door can be opened and closed from under the bus. It comes with tea-colored glass, blue interior seats, and a gray underbelly.


This model of diecast car is longer than normal and is known as the Long Tomica. Production began in 1977, and this L04 version was among the early releases. See more



Corgi Junior - Ford Transit British Gas Van

 



Corgi Junior - Ford Transit British Gas Van (1986-2003), manufactured by Corgi Junior (England) and made in China in the late 80s, has a length of 7.6 cm.


This Ford Transit diecast car, from the model years 1986-2003, is blue-white and serves as a service vehicle for British Gas, established in 1997 and continuing to the present day. It features tea-colored glass, a black interior and underbody, and Whizzwheels-style wheels. See more
 

Suzuki Wagon R Doraemon Pizza Delivery

 




The M-Tech Metal Car No. MMOIC – Suzuki Wagon R Doraemon Pizza Delivery was produced by EPOCH Co., Ltd. in Japan in 1988. It has a length of 7.4 cm (1:43 scale), and the Doraemon figure included with it stands 2.9 cm tall.


Doraemon's metal pizza delivery truck is a blue Suzuki Wagon R with an illustration on the side of the hood. On the roof of the car, you'll find a Doraemon Pizza Delivery graphic sticker. It also features clear glass, a black interior, car doors that can be opened and closed, removable rubber wheels, and chrome wheel hubs. The set includes 1 Doraemon figure, along with a plastic display box and backdrop. See more
 

Tomica – Mitsubishi Fuso Canter

 

 
 


Tomica – Mitsubishi Fuso Canter, made in China by Takara Tomy in the year 2002, measures 8.1 cm in length and weighs 52 grams.

This metal car represents a television broadcasting vehicle produced for special occasions by NTV (Nippon Television), which was established in 1953. It is white in color and features tinted glass and a black interior. On the roof of the car, there is a retractable satellite dish. The sides of the car are adorned with a silver-bronze graphic pattern and Japanese text. Additionally, the car has a golden-bronze coloration. See more

 

Tuesday, September 19, 2023

Matchbox Superfast No.19 Cement Truck

 




Matchbox Superfast No.19 Cement Truck is a must-have for construction vehicle enthusiasts. This specific model is the Matchbox Superfast No.19C Cement Truck, which was made in England in the year 1976. It measures 7.5 cm in length and comes in a vibrant red color with green glass and a metal front grille. The underbelly of the truck is also metal. It features a yellow cement tank adorned with red stripes, making it a striking addition to any collection.
 

Tomica No.22 - Nissan Diesel Aerial Ladder Fire Truck

 

Tomica No.22 - Nissan Diesel Aerial Ladder Fire Truck, made in Japan by Tomy, year 1987, length 7.5 cm, weight 42 g, scale 1:120.

This red Nissan fire escape stair car features an adjustable angle and swivel ladder. The ladder can be extended up to 17 cm in three sections. On the roof, there is a red signal light and the wheels have red patterns (usually chrome-colored). The glass is dark green, and underneath the black ladder, there's an adjustable, swiveling, and retractable mechanism.

Tomy continued producing this die-cast car until 2009. Afterward, they switched to producing a model of the Nissan Note (which was already being produced by Takara Tomy).

 

Monday, September 18, 2023

Corgi Junior No. 159A Commando V100

 



Diecast car Corgi Junior No. 159A Commando V100 was produced by Mettoy in England in 1983. It has a length of 7.2 cm.

The Commando V100 Armored Car is military green with a black turret that can swing back and forth. It features side and rear stickers with the text 'V100 Commando' underneath the same metal body color as the car. It is equipped with Whizzwheels-style wheels. See more

Corgi Junior No.76B Willys Jeep,

 




Corgi Junior No.76B Willys Jeep, a metal car produced by Mettoy in England in 1974, measures 6.2 cm in length. 

It is a military green Jeep metal car with a brown driver figure. On the hood, there is a white star sticker. Underneath, the belly is made of metal in the same color as the car, and there is a tow hook at the back. The car features a metal front grille and front bumper, as well as Whizzwheels wheels. Mettoy produced this model of diecast car in only one color. Additionally, it has a foldable windshield. See more

Corgi No. 351 Land Rover RAF

 



Corgi No. 351 Land Rover RAF, a metal car produced by Playcraft in England in 1958, measures 9.5 cm in length. It is a Land Rover Series 1 model, serving as a long-range pickup truck for the British Royal Air Force, featuring a blue-gray color scheme (Air Force colors). This model comes with several distinctive features: a removable metal rear bed cover, clear glass, metal tow hooks on the back, a metal underbelly, removable rubber wheels, and aluminum wheel hubs. Additionally, there is a spare tire mounted on the front hood.

Playcraft produced this particular model of metal car in only one color, but it is available in two variations: one with suspension springs and one without, with the latter being from the final year of production. The production of this Land Rover spanned from 1958 to 1962. Despite its age of nearly 60 years, the condition of this metal car is considered to be very good. See more

Tuesday, September 12, 2023

The Orange Cement Mixer

 




The Orange Cement Mixer utilizes the ERF Cab as its base, which was previously used for another model. This particular model remained in the range for six years, with the only notable change being the lengthening of the barrel stem at the front end.

Lesney, the manufacturer, made the decision to create a miniature range by scaling down their larger toys. These miniatures were then packaged in small boxes that resembled matchboxes, giving rise to the "MATCHBOX SERIES" name.

 While the package itself may show signs of aging due to long storage, the product inside, the Orange Cement Mixer, is still in new condition.

 

Matchbox Models of Yesteryear Y-18C 1918 Atkinson Steam Lorry

    Matchbox Models of Yesteryear Y-18C 1918 Atkinson Steam Lorry was made in England by Matchbox International in 1986. It is 11 cm long an...