Sunday, April 10, 2011

MINICHAMPS 1/43 AUDI 100


In the late 60s there was still a hint of VW styling in Audis, as this model highlights. Very neat chromework and a smart interior add to the appeal. Shop here

Saturday, April 9, 2011

SCHUCO 1/43 AUDI TT COUPE DIECAST MODEL




Audi revealed the second-generation TT on April 6, 2006. It uses aluminum in the front body panels, and steel in the rear, to enhance its near-neutral front-to-rear weight distribution. It is available in front-wheel drive or 'quattro' four-wheel drive layout, and is offered as a 2+2 Coupé or as a two-seater Roadster. Factory production commenced during August 2006. Powertrain options include one of two inline four cylinder engines: The all-new 1.8 liter Turbocharged Fuel Stratified Injection or the more common and established 2.0 liter TFSI. The Fuel Stratified Injection technology was derived from the Audi Le Mans endurance race cars, and offers improved fuel efficiency as well as an increased power output and cleaner emissions. A six-speed manual transmission is standard, with the six-speed 'S tronic' as an option. The new TT now has a multi-link fully independent rear suspension to compliment the front independent suspension. The new TT also features a revised rear spoiler; which automatically extends at speeds greater than 75 mph, and retracts again below 50 mph.Shop here

SCHUCO 1/43 AUDI A5 CABRIOLET DIECAST MODEL


The Audi A5 is available in two-door coupé and cabriolet versions and is a modern manifestation of the grand tourer tradition. The design is based on Nuvolari quattro concept car. The coupé was introduced in 2007 while the convertible was unveiled at the New York Auto Show in 2009. Besides being strikingly beautiful, the design is notable for its departure from Audi's trademark engine mounting position over the front axle, instead being located behind the front axle in an effort to achieve a more even weight distribution between the front and rear wheels. A variety of sophisticated engines are available including a 3.0 liter V6 supercharged engine option for the cabriolet. Transmission options include a 6-speed manual or 6-speed Tiptronic automatic. Shop here

WELLY 1/24 VW 2001 MICROBUS


Another reasonably detailed model, with opening features, but as the subject matter is more unusual, this will be a welcome addition for VW enthusiasts. Shop here

CORGI CLASSICS 1/50 W51 COMMAND CAR - US ARMY


One for 'Across the Western Front', this very good looking model and well detailed model is from the Liberation of Paris by the US Army in August 1944. Shop here

Thursday, April 7, 2011

YAT MING 1/24 - 1939 LINCOLN SUNSHINE SPECIAL

This is 1939 Ford Lincoln Sunshine Special limousine diecast model car. This limo is 10.25" long diecast car with opening doors/hood convertible. It is Presidential Series in black color. Individually packed in a window box WB. Shop here

Monday, April 4, 2011

VANGUARDS 1/43 FORD GRANADA GHIA




This is a fine representation of the top of the range Granada, a car introduced in 1972. Finished in Venetian Red, the body trim is all there as it should be on this model. Shop here

IXO 1/43 MASERATI COUPE CAMBIOCORSA 2002 - 50th ANNIVERSARY - FALL OF BERLIN WALL 1989


Maserati Coupe Cambiocorsa 100th Anniversary Car, 1989 Fall of the Berlin Wall. One of fifty Maserati 50th Anniversary cars, each of which wincorporated peciall artworkhighlight ingevents during each of Maserati's 50 years. Shop here

VANGUARDS 1/43 JAGUAR XJ6 AYRSHIRE POLICE




Although a Police Jaguar may seem extravagant, when the Ayrshire Police force enlisted OCS 359H in 1970 it was a practical solution to a problem. William Lyon’s cars had always been remarkable value for money and were among the fastest and best handling vehicles around, so as a high-speed Traffic Division cars they were perfect. The vehicle replaced an S Type, continuing Ayrshire’s tradition of using Jaguars. Shop here

Thursday, March 31, 2011

MINICHAMPS 1/43 1991 PORSCHE 944 CABRIOLET


A little different from the other new Porsches in the Minichamps range, which include a number of 911 variants, is this model of the front-engined 944. Shop here

Monday, March 28, 2011

MOTOR MAX 1/18 - 1953 BUICK SKYLARK

1953 Buick Skylark Diecast Model Red 1/18 Die Cast Car By Motormax


1953 Buick Skylark Diecast Model Red 1/18 Die Cast Car By Motormax


Buicks post-war styling feature was dropped for their 50th Anniversary dream car, the Skylark convertible. Part of G.M.'s 1953 class of production dream cars, along with the Cadillac El Dorado, Chevrolet Corvette, and Oldsmobile Fiesta, the Skylark had a unique look designed to complete with Erupean styling. Most dramatic was the lack of rear skirt. To this open look were added sporty Kelsey-Hayes wire wheels.

VANGUARDS 1/43 LAND ROVER - MET POLICE SETAC



We can see this Landie having a lot of appeal to a variety of collectors. The Met used these Special Equipped Traffic Accident Cars (SETAC) for many years, and it was a role the series IIa was well suited to. The front light arrangement is not quite convincing though. Shop here

Friday, March 25, 2011

YAT MING 1/43 - 1968 FORD MUSTANG GT FASTBACK BULLITT STEVE McQUEEN




One of Steve McQueen's most famous films, 'Bullitt', features a wild, roller coaster chase scene through the streets of San Francisco, with Steve McQueen driving a '68 Mustang GT. The scene is probably the first major car chase ever used in a feature film and every movie car chase that has followed over the years owes allegiance to Steve McQueen for making it happen

1968 Ford Mustang GT Green 1/43 Steve Mqueen Bullitt . Made of diecast with some plastic parts. Detailed interior, exterior. Has plastic display stand with plastic show case. Dimensions approximately L-4 inches long. See more 

Thursday, March 24, 2011

MOTORART 1/43 VOLVO XC 90 - RED


A model presented in 'Volvo for life' packaging, once more this is an accurate and exceedingly well detailed model, which perfectly captures all the nuances of the actual car, both externally and internaly. The finish in terms of paint work is also well applied. Shop here

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...