CORGI - THE BEATLES YELLOW SUBMARINE DIECAST MODEL

The new Yellow Submarine, Corgi changed the model and box yet again. Introduced in 2002 and currently available, advertising photos show the model and box yet again. Introduced in 2002 and currently available, advertising photos show the model with red hutches in the closed position. On release, the model underwent more economies as the hatches were body colour yellow, though, of course, there may be someout there with red hatches0 This final version is just a little disappointing. With the hatches clamped shut and the colour scheme all yellow, the only saving grace is the addition of furture artwork from the movie on a new box. Shop here

CORGI - THE BEATLES YELLOW SUBMARINE DIECAST MODEL

 

 In early 1997, Corgi released a small catalogue showing the six month in the new Beatles Collection range. In a masterstroke, the catalogue style mirrored the collage design of the Anthology albums. To add effect, the catalogue was designed to appear like a record and placed within a cardborad sleeve.

The model has four small screws holding it together. Th front wheel is now roller and the conning tower rail and periscopes are made from polystyrene, instead of polythene. Both hatches have additional side bars inside to guide them to the closed position. The buttons to activate the hatches are now painted black.

The model sits snugly in its box and is accompanied by a small catalogue and certificate. A variation is known regarding the design of cellophane window. See more

CORGI 1/43 BEATLES FX4 TAXI

White metal figures also accompany The Beatles Collection. This model is the familiar FX4 taxi covered with press cuttings, to be the 'newspaper taxis' from 'Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds'. To accompany the taxi is a white metal figure of Lovely Rita, Meter', from another of the tracks on the Sargeant Pepper album. Shop here

THE BEATLES BEDFORD CA GRAFFITI VAN & FIGURES

History has confirmed that The Beatles were not merely a pop group but the definitive musical phenomenon spanning more than four decades. Since 1960 the lifestyles of John, Paul, George and Ringo have influenced and reflected the lives of generations across the globe. Corgi's association with The Beatles started in 1969 with the production of the official Yellow Submarine die cast model, an association that continued in 1997 with a collection of meticulously detailed models of vehicles owned, used and associated with the Fab Four. These special edition models have been meticulously researched and will appeal to Beatles fans and die cast collectors everywhere. Shop here

THE BEATLES COLLECTION: YELLOW SUBMARINE

The ‘Beatles Yellow Submarine’, being based on the feature length Yellow Submarine cartoon, featured comic caricature figures of John, Paul, George and Ringo beneath opening front and rear hatches, and a group of four large pericopes that turned as the vessel rolled on its hidden wheels. Early versions were authentic in having one yellow and one white hatch with trime picked out in red and the trim omitted, but overall this 128mm model was a faithful replica.

The last of the Yellow Submarine reproductions, BT78211, is still on sale today. See more The Beatles Collection.

THE BEATLES COLLECTION: THE BEDFORD VAL COACH 'MAGICAL MYSTERY TOUR'

This is a series of model in celebration of The Beatles. The Bedford VAL Coach will represent a vehicle used by The Beatles during tours, whereupon they would often become covered with graffiti - messages from fans. With two white metal figures of fans. See more The Beatles Collection.

THE BEATLES COLLECTION: BEATLES ROUTEMASTER BUS

The memory can play strange tricks. The third of the Beatles models is the AEC Routemaster bus in Liverpool Corporation livery. Enthusiasts know that back in the 60s and 70s the Routemaster was a strictly London-only bus, but don't blame Corgi. There was an insistence from certain people that Routemasters ran in Liverpool, so Corgi had to produced its Routemaster in Liverpool's colours. Of course, the Leyland Atlantean would have been far more authentic.

However, since this series is to celebrate The Beatles, few will probably worry much about the actual bus chosen. The destination is, of course, Penny Lane, and the registration number is 'BEAT 1'. On the side are advertisements which we believe are shots from A Hard Day's Night.

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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)

THE BEATLES COLLECTORS EDITION DIE-CAST BUS IN ALBUM COVER TIN SET

Beatles Album Cover Set of 4 Collector's Edition * 1/36 scale Die-Cast model * ("Revolver" 1/64 scale Die-cast model) These are numbered and from a Limited Edition of 2,008 pieces manufactured. * Comes with a collectable tins and a numbered certificates of authenticity. * Also available in standard edition and individually. * Collect all 4 Beatles Buses. See more.

THE BEATLES COLLECTORS EDITION DIE-CAST TAXI IN ALBUM COVER TIN SET

Beatles Album Cover Set of 4 Collector's Edition * 1/36 scale Die-Cast model * These are numbered and from a Limited Edition of 2,008 pieces manufactured. * Comes with a collectable tins and a numbered certificates of authenticity. * Also available in standard edition and individually. * Collect all 4 Beatles London Taxi. See more.

THE BEATLES REVOLVER DIE-CAST VEHICLES

Revolver is the seventh album by English rock band The Beatles, released on 5 August 1966. The album showcased a number of new stylistic developments which would become more pronounced on later albums. Many of the tracks on Revolver are marked by an electric guitar-rock sound, in contrast with their previous, folk-rock inspired Rubber Soul. It reached #1 on the UK chart for seven weeks and #1 on the U.S. chart for six weeks.

Revolver was released before the Beatles' last tour in August 1966, but they did not perform songs from the album live. Their reasoning for this was that many of the tracks on the album, for example "Tomorrow Never Knows", were too complex to perform with live instruments.

Revolver Double-Decker Bus Diecast Beatles Album Cover By Corgi

The Beatles Revolver Album Cover Die-cast Collectable - London Taxi

THE BEATLES SGT. PEPPERS - DIE-CAST VEHICLES

Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band is the eighth studio album by the British rock band The Beatles. Recorded over a 129-day period beginning on 6 December 1966, the album was released on 1 June 1967 in the United Kingdom and the following day in the United States. Sgt. Pepper is often described as The Beatles' magnum opus and one of the most influential albums of all time by prominent critics and publications. It was ranked the greatest album of all time by Rolling Stone in 2003.

The Beatles are arguable one of the most successful and influential bands of all time. After four decades their music continues to inspire artists throughout the world and their popularity remains undiminished. Celebrate the Beatles legacy with the Famous Covers Die-cast Vehicle Collection featuring the bands iconic album sleeve artwork only from Corgi International Ltd. Sgt. Peppers Lonely Hearts Club Band was The Beatles 8th album and is recognised as being the most influential and innovative album of all time, from the artwork to the ground breaking recording techniques. Released in the UK 1st June 1967 it dominated the top of the album charts for a staggering 27 weeks. Buy it now.

Sgt. Peppers Lonely Hearts Club Band Taxi Cab The Beatles Album Cover Corgi Die-cast Vehicle

THE BEATLES ABBY ROAD - LONDON TAXI DIE-CAST VEHICLE

The Beatles are arguable one of the most successful and influential bands of all time. After four decades their music continues to inspire artists throughout the world and their popularity remains undiminished. Celebrate the Beatles legacy with the Famous Covers Die-cast Vehicle Collection featuring the bands iconic album sleeve artwork only from Corgi International Ltd. Abbey Road was released in the UK 26th September 1969. It remained the No. 1 album for an extraordinary 11 weeks. Buy it now.

THE BEATLES HELP! DIE-CAST COLLECTABLE - LONDON TAXI

Help! is a 1965 film starring The Beatles and featuring Leo McKern, Eleanor Bron, Victor Spinetti, John Bluthal, Roy Kinnear and Patrick Cargill. The soundtrack was released as an album, also called Help!.

This is The Beetles Help! Album Cover Die-cast Collectable - London Taxi Vehicle.For The Beetles Fanclub. Buy it Now.

THE BEATLES HELP! DIE-CAST COLLECTABLE - ROUTEMASTER BUS

The Beatles are arguable one of the most successful and influential bands of all time. After four decades their music continues to inspire artists throughout the world and their popularity remains undiminished. Celebrate the Beatles legacy with the Famous Covers Die-cast Vehicle Collection featuring the bands iconic album sleeve artwork only from Corgi International Ltd. Help was the Beatles 5th album and it also doubled as the soundtrack to the film of the same name. Help contains the most recorded song in history, the Paul McCartney ballad Yesterday, and contrary to popular belief the semaphore depicted by the Fab Four on the album cover does not actually spell out anything. Released in the UK 6th August 1965 it was the No. 1 album for an incredible 9 weeks. Buy it now.

CORGI : THE BEATLES ABBEY ROAD DIE-CAST BUS

Abbey Road is the eleventh official album released by The Beatles. Though work on Abbey Road began in April 1969, making it the twelfth and final album recorded by the band; Let It Be was the last album released before the Beatles' dissolution in 1970. Abbey Road was released on 26 September 1969 in the United Kingdom, and 1 October 1969 in the United States. It was produced and orchestrated by George Martin for Apple Records. Geoff Emerick was the engineer, Alan Parsons was assistant engineer, and Tony Banks tape operator. It is regarded as one of The Beatles' most tightly constructed albums, although the band was barely operating as a functioning unit at the time. Rolling Stone magazine named it the 14th greatest album of all time.

The Beatles Abbey Road Die-cast Bus is scaled to 1:64. Buy now.