BBURAGO 1:18 PEUGEOT 907 V12

The Peugeot 907 V12 coupe is a concept car introduced in 2004 that combines modern styling and technology with classical motoring elegance. The most remarkable styling feature is the one-piece glazed windscreen and roof. A glazed panel set into the bonnet reveals twelve intake trumpets reminiscent of a traditional fairground organ. Side vents are situated in the front wings and two exhaust pipes emerge from either side of the car. Diecast There is a large 6.0 litre V12 engine contained within a classical shape in the best motoring tradition. Buy it now.

1/18 FIAT 500 DIECAST MODEL

The rear-engined Fiat 500, launched in 1957, was even smaller than the Mini, and it was very popular in Italy, where the roll-back canvas roof made it great fun to drive in sunny weather. But the back seat allowed passengers little room. Buy here.

STUDEBAKER GOLDEN HAWK

As we enter the new century, collectors of 1:18 scale die cast clearly prefer quality and value that is reliable and consistent. In just 2 years, Motor City Classics has established a niche that didn't exist before in the 1:18th market and has seen a steady increase in collectors. For 2002, MCC is affirming their devotion to American classic cars and trucks, and introduce a new and exciting category of vehicles.

This classic oldies car is 10"L x 4.5"W x 3.25"H diecast metal has opening hood/trunk/hood, spare tire in trunk, folding seats, free wheels, workable windows and workable steering. This 1957 Studebaker has highly detailed engine and components. Also comes with a gray Studebaker coin. The grille and chrome are splendid, the interior is fascinating and the wheels are very well done. A treasure! See more.

CORGI SIGNS THE BEATLES

Corgi has teamed up with Apple Corps with a licence to produce a new ranged of collectable Beatles diecast. The original models produced in the 1960s and re-used in the 1990s are now rare and sought-after by collectors. The new models will include new versions of the classic Yellow Submarine and the Magical Mystery Tour Bus as well as a Revolver taxi and an Abbey Road Routemaster bus.

Corgi International CEO Michael Cookson, said: "Corgi as a company has had a long association with the Beatles having produced the original Yellow Submarine diecast in the 1960s and it was a piority for the company to re-initiate a program with Apple Corps/Suba Films for an innovative range of product, that people will once again enjoy purchasing.

"With the 40th Anniversary of Sgt Pepper in 2007, it was a perfect time for the deal to have been agreed. and weare truly excited to be partners again. We feel that we will have strong retail support for this line especially from specialty retail and we hope to showcase these products to an all new consumer audience."

(Diecast Collector, March 2008 issued 125)

UNICEF LAND ROVER (SERIES III)

Once in a while we would see a die-casting car of the UNICEF ORGANIZATION, especially the UNICEF which is accustom with the blessing card UNICEF.

UNICEF is an affiliated organization of the United Nations. It was established in 1946 in order to aid and looking after the children all over the world. It has ever received the Noble Prize. UNICEF entered Thailand in 1948. At present, it is still working to help Thai children.

In the past, we always saw Land Rover car with a logo of UNICEF running on the way of the rural areas, especially in the north of Thailand. The reason to use Land Rover, due to bumpy loads of literate soil mainly up and down the hills. For this reason, this die-casting car of UNICEF is Land Rover Series III. It was assembled by EFSI in Holland.

EFSI is a company who produced the die-casting car of Holland which was founded in 1963. This die-casting car is 7.5 cm. (1:63), blue color, “UNICEF” logo, white canvas roof, yellow signal light, black hook & base plate, orange windows and white interior.

This die-cast seemed to be produced in order to raise funds for the proverty children around the world. It regarded as a scant die-cast to find. Because since the beginning to collect the die-cast for more than 25 years, I just see this one.

THE FOWLER STEAM LORRY 60th ANNIVERSARY HALLS MENTHO LYTUS

Hall Bros (Whitefield) Ltd have commissioned this unique, limited edition, die-cast model of the Fowler Steam Lorry to commemorate the 60th Anniversary of their brand-Halls Mentho-Lyptus.

The Fowler Steam Lorry was produced in Leeds from 1924 to 1932. 127 were built during this period but only one survives. It was originally supplied to Leeds City Council but now carries the Halls Mentho-Lyptus livery.

The Fowler operates at a working pressure of 225 p.s.i. and develops 55 b.h.p. providing a maximum speed of 28 m.p.h. (unladen weight of 8 tons) Steam Lorries in the 1920’s were cheaper to buy 50% cheaper to run, and lasted 30% longer than the petrol driven lorries of the day.

THE ECONOMY CARS "BUBBLE CAR"

The BMW Isetta was introduced as an economy vehicle in 1955 and became a world-wide successful seller, through to the early 1960s. It was built between 1955 and 1962 with a one cylinder, 298 cc motorcycle engine and managed 70 per gallon with a top speed of 55 mph.
As an economical vehicle it not only displayed the attraction of cheap motoring but also gave the simplicity of parking in any small space, and as a result almost 200,000 cars were built to meet demand.
The rear engined car had an unusual full width front door, two large front wheels and two small narrowly set rear wheels. The English market version, nicknamed the “Bubble Car”, had only one rear wheel, to render the vehicle eligible for the UK motorcycle license laws.

The die-cast 1958 BMW Isetta 250 was issued in a large variety of colours-pink, red, yellow, green, orange, maroon and blue. Beautifully crafted 1958 BMW Isetta 250 diecast model car 1:43 scale die cast by Hongwell Cararama. Great collectible or gift piece. It is one of the best showcase model for any auto enthusiasts. See More.

WILLYS JEEP

One of the interesting and widely used of the military vehicles to emerge during the Second World War, the Willys Jeep is a true maid-of-all-work. Of American design and assembled in plants all over the world, the Jeep offers the choice of two-or four-wheel drive. Its cross-coutry performance is outstanding and Allied Forces, farmers, civil engineers and constructors have a warm regard for its toughness and versatility. The Jeep has a high towing capacity, excellent torque for off-road work and a four-cylinder engine developing 74 h.p. Properly maintained the jeep appears to go on for ever.

DISCOVERING YOUR COLLECTING

Author : Veronica Scott

You would be hard-pressed to find someone who did not like to collect something of personal value and interest.

Some individuals purposely set out to collect something, whether it is as expensive and rare as an antique car or easy to find as a tossed penny. The purpose of a collection is to look for certain items that hold some value to you, whether the value is personal or monetary. And collections usually resemble a great affinity for an object, such as fine paintings or sculptures.

You may not even realize when you started collecting something because many times it just happens to accumulate over a period of time, sometimes years. But when you do make the effort to begin a collection, you have to make it a manageable pastime. Otherwise you may find yourself completely surround by endless clutter and chaos.

One thing to remember when you begin a collection is to find something you absolutely love. Take the time to research and learn about the history and mystique behind your prized possessions. This will also aid you in determining what pieces you intend to buy and keep so you can make the most of your collection.

When you collect something, find pieces that have special meaning. If you are collecting antique dollhouses, for example, perhaps you want to look for accessories that represent a particular time period. Or you may want to collect items that remind you of fond memories from your childhood. Adding unique and meaningful items as part of your collection not only gives you ample conversation pieces, but it represents special times in your life.

Because collections normally accumulate over a period of time, it will help if you can make out a “wish list” to narrow down specific items you are looking to find. Locating hard-to-get pieces that go with your collection will require a little research, and you will inevitably find yourself looking through magazines, surfing the Internet or visiting specialty shops. But this is just part of the fun of looking for items you love.

As your collection grows, learn about each item. Find out how it was made, who made it and what they used for materials. You may also want to catalogue your collection to help you keep things organized in case you decide to sell a certain item or trade it for another piece.

You may also want to join a club or organization that deals specifically with what you collect. This is the perfect way to gain hints and suggestions on where to find pieces and get a better price for items you are interested in selling. It also helps form a bond among other avid collectors who also love the same unique things you enjoy.

Starting a collection can be a fun and enjoyable pastime or hobby. You can find a special place for you collection to display for friends and family. And who knows, maybe one day your collection will be worth a lot of money!

CARE FOR YOUR TOY VEHICLE COLLECTION

Properly store and maintain your toy vehicles so that you can share your passion with future generations.
· Ditch dust: Protect your collection from dust and show it off with a display case.
· Prevent fading: Keep your toy vehicles out of direct sunlight that can fade colors and warp plastic toys.
· Retain value: If you plan to resell your toy vehicles, keep them in their original packaging.
Use a soft brush, soft cloth, or Q-tips to clean dirty vehicles. Add a few drops of a lukewarm water and mild detergent solution to your brush, cloth, or Q-tips if you need more cleaning power. Although you'll want every part of your toy vehicles to look shiny and new, resist the urge to clean decals. You won't be very happy if you rub away their detail. Ther are many diecast case. See at amazon.com

HOW AND WHERE TO BUY QUALITY DIECAST COLLECTIBLES CARS

Author by : Gregg Hall

In today's online market, there are many ways for the average Joe to buy and sell goods which have added options to the former yard sale generation. Ebay has skyrocketed the possibilities in which consumers can both seek out and get rid of various item from purses to houses to small collectibles. Auction prices are set by sellers and revised accordingly as supply and demand warrants. It is astounding how many items a simple search will provide, even on a focused area such as diecast cars. Since the popularity of diecast cars is increasing exponentially with the new designs that the marketplace is offering, the online demand for the products has increased proportionally. One can find many opportunities to build a collection simply by logging on to Ebay. Alternatively, one can sell parts or entire collections through the same venue. All it takes is a computer, digital camera, and a little know how to become a successful diecast merchant on the internet.

Ebay is the most reputable online auction service. It has many safeguards in place to protect both buyers and sellers and to preserve its good name. While using Ebay once may assume they are in pretty good hands. However, vigilance is always necessary in the online auction world. Obviously there are always "bad guys" who are out to get novice consumers and take advantage of their lack of experience. The people at Ebay go great lengths to ensure your protection such as shutting down phony auctions and people who bid fraudulently to increase the bid price. These safeguards are useful, but not perfect. For this reason one must always utilized common sense when buying or selling diecast cars on Ebay.

Another website devoted to selling cars is gomotorbids.com, a division of gomotorsports.com. This site operates a bit differently than Ebay in that the cars can only be bought, not sold. Due to this fact, the site is more of an online store with an auction format. The company owns all of the cars being sold and the operators of the website ensure that all sales are completed with accuracy and legitimacy. Also, all bids begin at one dollar, eliminating the "reserve" sometimes seen on Ebay to inflate bidding prices. This site boasts that the consumer will be satisfied with every sale on gomotorbids.com due to its policies and safeguards.

When faced with the decision of where to buy and sell diecast collectible cars, one must consider all options. Of course yard sale type business including trading with acquaintances is always an option, but not often feasible. It requires a lot of time and includes traveling to destinations in order to make purchases and/or sales. The alternate option of internet merchandise fits into the lives of many more collectors. It is a personal decision, but once made, collectors find themselves accomplishing their goals of both accumulating and selling diecast cars for display.

Gregg Hall is an author living in Navarre Beach, Florida. Find more about this as well as a collectible cars at www.diecast-racing-collectibles.com

1958 HONGQI CA770, THE FIRST NATIONAL CHINA CAR

Author : Youkonton Ratarasarn

The National Car referred to the car that is 100% produced in China. The National Car of China was initiated from a National Development Plan for the first 5 years in 1950-1955. China set a scheme to produce its own car and had every part made in the country. In 1956, busses were firstly created and later on, they began to create saloon car and met with a success in 1958. The Honqgi (“red flag” in Chinese) model CA770 was a mixture between cars of the free world and cars of the communist which are the United State’s Chrysler Imperial and Soviet’s ZIL car

“CA770” was mode’s name of “Red Flag”. The meanings are as follows:
“C” refers to China
“A” refers to FAW (First Automobile Works). It was the name of the factory of the car.
The first “7” is a code number of the car.
The Second “7” means 7 seats
“0” is a kind of car (Limo)

CA700 used eight pistons engine sized 5700CC in order to have a 220 horse powers by using automatic gear of two speeds. The weight of the car was 2.5 tons. This model had been used as an official car for the leader of China and for many leaders of foreign countries who came to visit China.


In 1965 The Prime Minister of China, Joe En Lai denied the request of President Nixon who would bring his own car during his first visit China. He told Nixon not to worry. He welcomed Nixon with the best car in the world that built by China itself. It was this Hongqi CA770.

The President Mow Ze Tung, the leader during that period had used this model as his positional car, including welcoming various leaders such as Stalin of Soviet. This car was used by the leader of China for a long time since 1958-1983. The last Honqgi CA770 was produced in 1983. The latest model of Honqgi was Model Besturn. The current leader of China, Hong Gin Tow uses armored Audi A8 as his official car.

Now, it better to mentioned this die-cast car. It was die-casting Hongqi CA770. It was bought from China during my trip to film a documentation for the United Nation. During the days I traveled many places for footages. At dusk I went out and have a walk to find this die-cast. This was 5-6 years ago. I had a look nearly every store in Beijing. It was scarce to get one. Language was one of the problem. The seller did not understand English and I did not know any Chinese. I intended that die-cast I would buy must be Chinese brand that made in China and the real car must also be Chinese car. However, this die-cast car appeared to have a brand of French named Kader Precistion Model. The real car was certainly Chinese. It was the only die-cast car I felt good with its “Made in China”.
This die-cast car has a scale of 1:24 The length is 24.5cm. The Kader Precistion Model, USA had a permission from First Automobile Works which was a producer of Hongqi CA770 in 1997.

It is a black car. The bonnet can be opened to see the engine inside. The tail bonnet can be opened. There is a spare tire with battery in it. Four doors can be opened and shut. The seats and spare seat at the back are foldaway. All seats are covered with real velvet. The steering wheel has a system to operate the wheels to turn the car. Underneath, there are details of understructure such as leaf spring, shock absorber and exhausted pipe, etc.

The details of the die-cast car is very good. Even so, the rear mirror has a thin black curtain as a partition. Especially if we compare with the technical output of the last 10 years, this die-cast car is incredible. Lastly, I would like to repeat that it is the only Made-in-China die-cast car I feel good with.

WATER SLIDE DECAL APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Autor: schulte@bright.net



Applcation instructions to apply waterslide decals:To apply your decals please do the following.

1.Supplies you will need are a pair of scissors, tweezers, a good artist paintbrush, Kleenex (I do mean Kleenex - do not use a generic brand) and a bowl of warm water.

2.Cut out around the decal name leaving the smallest practical border around the edge of the lettering.

3.Place your vehicle on a towel with the side up you are placing the decal facing up.

4.Place your decal in a bowl of warm to very warm water UPSIDE DOWN with the backing paper facing up. Leave it soak 30-60 seconds. Pick it up with the tweezers (gently-you do not want to make impressions on the film) and turn it so the lettering is facing you.

5.Wet the area you are placing the decal on (just dip your finger in the bowl and blob some water where you are placing the decal) Then take the decal with the backing paper and place it where you want to apply it with the film side up and the backing paper next to the model. Using one finger move the film to the left slightly until you can grab the backing paper with the tweezers and pull the backing paper out from under the film. (I always slide the film to the left and leave my finger on the left edge of the film while pulling the backing paper to the right)

6.Adjust the film where you want it and take a Kleenex (I do mean Kleenex-no other brand works as well) and gently blot the excess water up around the decal. Double check the position of the decal to make sure that is where you want it. If it is not ideally located you can move the film around to get it in the proper place at this time.

7.Take your artist brush starting in the center of the decal and brush outward removing the water from under the decal. (I then take the Kleenex and blot up the water I have pushed out from under the decal) Continue doing this process until no more beads of water come out from under the decal.

8.If you find your decal is not centered exactly where you want it soak it liberally in water using your artist brush and you can tease it to release and reposition it. (Until you get most of the water out from under the decal you will be able to reposition it without re-soaking it)

9.Let the decal dry for a day. To protect the decal I suggest you coat it with acrylic using a Q-tip and Future floor wax. This puts an iron like coating over the decal protecting the micro thin printing.

10.If you do not wish to attempt to do this (and it is really is simple once you do it you will find out) you can ship your model to me and I will apply the decals for Ten dollars plus shipping back to you.

11.If you encounter a very rare occurrence that occasionally happens, after you get your decal applied it looks like bubbles or spots between the film and what you applied it to the film did not completely adhere. This happens on rare occasions. Go to your local hobby store and purchase a decal setting solution (I use Microsol - .Micro Set) Liberally apply the setting solution over the decal and after 3 minutes gently brush outward from the center. This will resolve the problem and your film should be very transparent and unnoticeable.

12. Diecast and DecalsJoseph Schulte103 Seneca Ave.Cridersville, Ohio 45806419 645 4706 email:schulte@bright.nethttp://www.diecastanddecals.com

13.If you have questions to do not hesitate to email me (the best way to reach me as email is checked daily) or call me. How To Apply Water Slide Decals Instructions Provided by Diecast and Decals

FOR CAR MODEL COLLECTION MODEL CARS

For Car Model Collection Model Cars

By: Gualtiero Santucci

Collecting…what a passion! People collect the most varied of items and the most collected are undoubtedly model cars. The reproduction of cars of any kind and era, ranging from the most desiderable Ferrari and Porsche to the means of transport used by police. However, this collection includes all the models put on the market over the years, with a particular interest in Fiat, Alfa Romeo, Lancia, Citroen, Mercedes, BMW and Audi. Carmodel is a company dealing with model cars of new and obsolete production. It has a huge availability of products, covering different manufacturers, that can easily be observed on the home page.
Model cars from Minichamps to Schuco
The most requested brands and models for model car collecting are:DIECAST CARS, MINICHAMPS,NOREV, SCHUCO, LOOKSMART, AUTOART, IXO, SPARK MODEL, KYOSHO, POLICE, AMBULANCE, FERRARI, RALLYE, BRUMM.
But there is also a high demand of the Tuning versions, taxis, construction vehicles, military transport, trucks and buses.
Carmodel specialises in everything to do with modelling and car models and many reproduction boxes from the 50s, 60s and 70s from the most important brands are available: DIECAST CARS, MINICHAMPS,NOREV, SCHUCO, LOOKSMART, AUTOART, IXO, SPARK MODEL, KYOSHO, POLICE, AMBULANCE, FERRARI, RALLYE, BRUMM, PORSCHE, MERCEDES, AUDI, FIAT, ALFA ROMEO, LANCIA, LE MANS, F1, MILITARY, BMW.
Carmodel is always interested in buying important collections, especially obsolete models cars such as 1/43 Corgi, Dinky, Politoys, Mebetoys, Mercury, Spot-on, Ediltoys, Tekno and other less important brands, also Ferrari, F1 collections and 1/24 obsolete models.
Many lovers of modelling rely on Carmodel’s reliability to find very rare models and also to send them with accurate packaging using the best materials currently available on the market. In particular, Carmodel uses special boxes, made with a very resistant double carton with special protective films and spheres of polystyrene in order to guarantee that the model cars are in perfect condition when delivered to the collector’s house.
An encyclopaedia of 30.000 models.
The online encyclopaedia, made available by Carmodels on its web site, is a very useful tool! If you want to search the encyclopaedia, you first have to click on the link "encyclopaedia” and then wait for the loading of the page and then it is possible to make any kind of research through the search box.
More than 30.000 items can be found on the encyclopaedia!


For any further information, you can directly contact Carmodels: CARMODEL

DIECAST COLLECTIBLES

Diecast Collectibles

Dale Stewart

Millions of people have made a hobby of collecting items of one sort or another, but some take it to a higher level. These collectors view their collections as more than just an accumulation of trinkets that they happen to enjoy; to them, it’s a business, and they’re not in it to lose money. For those who collect diecast models, making a profit can be a challenge, unless you know the ropes of how to effectively collect pieces and then apply the necessary strategies to resell at an increased price.

It’s a good practice to collect only those items that you truly like, and then do quite a bit of shopping around in order to find the best buy. Market trends are never very stable, and by collecting those pieces that particularly appeal to you, others may view them in the same way. This will enable you to resell them more easily. Certainly, it’s never good business practice to buy the first piece that you find. Competition is stiff, and there are some great deals out there that you can use to your advantage.

Avoid specializing in one specific area of diecast collectibles. If, for instance, you're interested in collecting NASCAR models, it’s best not to isolate your purchases to those of one particular driver. That's not to say that you shouldn’t include them among your other pieces, but there's a need for diversity if you’re hoping to eventually realize a profit. Although a piece may not seem to have much value in today’s market, that doesn’t mean that it won’t increase as time goes by.

Older diecast models make a nice addition to anyone’s collection, and can eventually precipitate a good amount of sales revenue. Don’t overlook what you may now see as relics or outdated pieces. There’s always someone out there who’s looking for an older piece ? whether for nostalgic reasons, to complete a collection or for the purposes of an eventual sale ? so don’t limit yourself by excluding the golden oldies.
Some of the best deals can be found in flea markets, on eBay and other auction sites. Not only can you find pieces for your own collection, but these will be eventual avenues for you to resell them at a later date. The highlight of the auction arena is that you can set a starting price and watch the bids increase your income potential sometimes to a figure much higher than you would have imagined. Setting a reserve price helps, too, so that you won’t lose a piece when someone comes in way under the piece’s value.

Picking up models at local department stores, such as Wal-Mart, or through TV shopping forums such as QVC is usually a mistake. While these may have reasonable quality, they’re usually not as well constructed as what you can find elsewhere, and tend to flood the market with certain pieces which they sell in high volume in an effort to gain a higher sales standing. Stick to the mainstream collection sites and you’ll do much better.

Remember that you may not break the bank when you resell a piece, but with a good sense of timing and strong negotiation skills, you’ll be able to realize some type of profit and, with a bit of experience, will increase your overall profit potential.

About the author: ******* (c) 2005 Dale Stewart

DIECAST TOYS

Welcome to the hobby of diecast toys.

I collect Matchbox, Corgi, Dinky, Lledo, Tomica diecast toy cars. I've been collecting since 1987. The purpose of this blog is to display some of my favorite diecast cars. I will give you some collecting tips and resources for futher study. This blog is for everyone who enjoys collecting diecast toys. I hope you enjoy visiting and seeing my collection!