BRUMM 1/43 WORLD CUP FIAT CELEBRATION 2006

Italian makers Brumm have certainly started the year as they mean to go on with some unusal and very welcome releases of some unique subjects. The Italian style and humour is certainly present in these models and they represent a breath of fresh air on the diecast scene. It take a look at their 1/43 Fiat Panda, marked in celebration of Italy's World Cup win - check out the female in the sunroof. Including 2 metal figures hand-painted flag and two of which rests on the hood and the other already flown! Buy it now

CORGI 1/50 FODEN S21 8 WHEEL PLATFORM LORRY EDDIE STOBART

Established in Carlisle in 1970 Eddie Stobart Ltd has developed into one of the leading transport and warehousing organisations in the UK.

Foden 8 wheel platform loory, model length 18cm comes with a limited edition certificate. Buy it now

IXO 1/43 FERRARI 250P - LE MANS 1963

The real car was crewed by John Surtees and Willy Mairesse. Unfortunately they did not finish the race, due to an acident and fire. This is another super modle to add to the ever increasing range of historic Ferrari racers being produced of late by IXO. Buy it now

OXFORD MODEL 1/43 JAGUAR MK VII BRICH GREY

The Jaguar Mark VII was a large four door sports sedan launched by Jaguar Cars of Coventry at the 1950 London Motor Show. The chassis came from the Jaguar Mark V with which the Mark VII shared its 10 feet (3,048.0 mm) wheelbase. But for this latest offering Jaguar designed a modern and streamlined looking body, featuring fully integrated headlights and mudguards along with an increased rear overhang which gave the car enhanced presence. As on the Mark V, the upper part of the rear wheels was covered by the body work. In place of its predecessor's flat windscreen, the Mark VII design included a two piece front screen, which would late become one when the MKVIII was launched. It had of just over 100 mph (163 km/h) and could accelerate from 0-60 mph in 13.7 seconds -17.5 miles to the gallon and all for just under ฃ1700. This is the second casting set in the range of cars from our Oxford Automobile range. Buy it now

SCHUCO 1/43 CITROEN HY AMBULANCE

The Citroën HY Van was a light delivery van produced by the French car maker between 1947 and 1981. It was developed as a simple front wheel driven van after WWII. A total of 473,289 were produced in 34 years in factories in France and Belgium. The engine, gear box and many smaller parts are borrowed from other Citroën models. For example, the engine and gearbox are nearly the same as the Traction Avant automobile, only mounted with the engine to front. For many years, the head lights and speedometer were identical to the classic 2CV. The distinctive corrugated body work was inspired by German Junkers aircraft of the 1930s. The ribs added strength without adding weight, and needed only simple, low cost tools, which was ideal for a cash-strapped, post-WWII Citroën. The flat body panels were braced on their reverse side by box sections, set at right angles to the ribs. Buy it now

CMC 1/18 PORSCHE 901 COUPE, 1964 CHAMPAIGN YELLOW LIMITED EDITION

On the 12th of September in 1963, Porsche introduced the Type 901 as the successor of the Porsche 356 at the IAA in Frankfurt. Just one year later, with the 901 poised to go into series production, it was presented to the public eye again at the Parisian Autosalon. Peugeot intervened, because they owned the copyright for all three digit model designations with a 0 in the middle. But before Porsche was able to make the amends, production of the Type 901 had already got off the ground on September 14, 1964, and a total of 82 units were delivered by the factory. All of them carried the type designation 901. Subsequently, the 901 became the 911, a legendary 3-digit designation that still raises the heartbeat of every sports car enthusiast. Back in the 1950’s, Porsche was rethinking the configuration of car bodies. A final design was developed by his son Ferdinand Alexander. Based on an aesthetics that emphasized clear and simple beauty, he worked out a line management that was fully in tune with the spirit of the 60s. Ferry Porsche was succinct, when he said later: "This type shaped the unique character of all Porsche sports cars." Even little boys started to dream of owning a 911 in the future. Those who were unable to afford one eventually, had received at least a miniature as a birthday present, and the treasured gift tended to be assigned a place of honor on their rack. By now the 901, or the subsequent 911, has won an established spot in the sports car Olympus. To those that are still dreaming, and essentially to all model fans, CMC now offers the 901 in a most faithful and gorgeously-crafted replication. It is composed of 971 single parts. Finally the Porsche 901 has a miniature that does justice to its original and unparalleled beauty. Buy it now

CORGI 1/36 JAMES BOND LOTUS TURBO FROM FOR YOUR EYES ONLY

The classic British sports car with its 2.2 litre turbo-charged engine proved more than a match for Bond's enemies. This 1:36 scale replica features precisely matched metaillic orange paintwork, spoked wheels, full body and interior decoration - and 007's skis strapped to the roof.
The Directors Cut range is a selection of the most popular cars from all the Bond Films, all highly detailed down to the high tech gadgetry that made them so famous. From the Aston Martin V12 Vanquish from Die Another Day featuring front firing missilies and spiked tyres to the legendary Lotus Espirit Underwater from The Spy Who Loved Me featuring sub-aquatic wings and propellors, this is surely the most comprehensive Bond range ever. Buy it now

CORGI 1/36 JAMES BOND ASTON MARTIN DB5 AND FIGURE

Perhaps the most famous model produced by Corgi, the DB5 remains the most enduring car in the 007 range. This detailed die-cast replica from Goldfinger has spoked wheels, full body decoration and interior detail. It has features including wing mirrors, an ejector seat, rear tyre slasher, machine guns and rear bullet proof screen.

Corgi’s James Bond range is a selection of the most popular vehicles featured in the James Bond films. From the first James Bond car and possibly the most famous vehicle in the world, this Aston Martin DB5 as featured in Goldfinger, through to the most recent and remarkable Aston Martin DBS as featured in Quantum of Solace, this collection is hailed as the most comprehensive Bond vehicle range ever.

The 1:36 scale range are highly detailed, with nods to the high-tech gadgetry that made the cars so famous. Now it's easy to re-live those unforgettable moments from the James Bond films that everyone remembers so fondly. Buy it now

SCHUCO 1/43 VW T2A CREW CAB/COMBI WITH TRAILER AND BEAMS

In 1968, the second generation Volkswagen T2 Minibus was introduced. It was built in Germany until 1979. Models before 1971 are called T2a while models after 1972 are called T2b. This second-generation Minibus was slightly larger and considerably heavier than its predecessor. At 1.6 liter displacement and 48 hp, the engine was also slightly larger. The new model had half-shaft axles fitted with CV joints, which raised ride height. The T2b was introduced by way of gradual change over three years. The first models had unique body features, such as curvaceous bumpers with the front bumper wrapping around to form the step when the door was opened, front doors that opened to 90 degrees from the body and crescent air intakes in the D pillars. They also had unique engine hatches, and up until 1972 front turn signals set low on the nose, giving rise to their German nickname 'Low Lights'. Over its long life, VW made the T2 in a wide variety of configurations including the classic Minibus, delivery van, and the Combi, a useful platform for custom commercial designs. See more

ERTL 1/25 1946 DODGE POWER WAGON WRECKER HAVOLINE MOTOR OIL

After WWII, GIs returning home wrote to Dodge and asked, "Where can we get a truck like the ones we used in the war"? Dodge responded by building the Power Wagon. Virtually unchanged from its introduction in 1946 to when domestic sales ended in 1968, the Power Wagon is the exemplary four-wheel drive truck. This diecast is complete with towing package, winch and 1940s Havoline logo on the doors. The 1/25th scale replica features a diecast cab, bed, and chassis, as well as opening doors and butterfly-hinged hood with detailed engine compartment. Mini metal chains wrap around the working winch mounted on the front of the chassis. The highly detailed interior features a separate floor-mounted stick shift, low-gear selector, and functional steering wheel. The truck bed holds the towing arm and cables with tow hook, and include a working tailgate with chains. See more

AUTO ART 1/18 2000 TOYOTA MR2 SPYDER

Borrowing a name from the recent past, Toyota launched a mid-engined, rear-drive, two-passenger sports car as a late 2000 model. The name and configuration had last been seen in 1995, in the form of an MR2 coupe. This time, Toyota made the MR2 a Spyder convertible instead. Priced to go against the popular Mazda Miata roadster, the MR2 Spyder also competed against the more costly BMW Z3-Series and Honda's S2000. Built on a modified version of the Corolla sedan platform, the MR2 held a 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine, adapted from the one in the larger Celica sport coupe. See more

CMC 1/18 AUDI 225 FRONT ROADSTER LIMITED EDITION

The rise of the company "Audi" is undoubtedly one of the most fascinating stories in the 100-odd years of automobile history. It began with one special name: August Horch. In June 1909, the top management of Horch decided that its founder August Horch had to leave the company. Undaunted by this twist of fate, August sought to launch a new automobile plant on his own. Only four weeks later, his dream virtually came true: The "August Horch Automobilwerke GmbH" was officially registered in Zwickau, Saxony on July 16, 1909. But the Horch plants took August to court, claiming exclusive use rights of the name "Horch" for themselves. August Horch lost the trial and had to find a new name. He wound up renaming his new plant “Audi”, the imperative case of the Latin verb "audire" meaning "Horch." in German. 2009 marks the 100th anniversary of Audi. This is reason enough for CMC to introduce a real classic miniature: the Audi Front 225 Roadster. First presented to the public in 1935, the car proved to be a real sensation for its time. Sporty and graceful, its body was a feast for the eyes. The aerodynamic line management enhanced the charming sporty look of its overall configuration in particular. CMC offers this ravishingly beautiful hand-assembled miniature of more than 1,600 single parts in three different two-tone color versions. M-075A is finished in black and yellow (black interior), M-075B, in blue and silver (red interior), and M-075C, in red and white (black interior). Each color combination brings out the glamour of this extraordinary model in a special way. The highly-detailed interior features a fully-instrumented dashboard and leather-upholstered seats, among others. The detail-exact undercarriage includes metal leaf springs, bonded brake cables, and a simulated wood frame. Mounted on the rear of the car is the removable spare wheel. Celebrate with us 100 years of Audi. See more

OXFORD MODEL 1/43 AUSTIN CAMPER

This month we have a camper with the roof raised which is part of a series of models covering the leisure market. The J2 was such a versatile vehicle that many were worked around the clock meaning few survived. Fortunately the campers had on easier life and it’s not surprising that some of these are still to be found. Coachwork firms were quick to take up the J2 for specialist conversions as the versatility of the chassis and standard body panels meant that a huge variety of vehicles could be built. The reverse side of the model has a second slide variant with two windows, the rear door is the single slide version. Shop here

SIGNATURE MODEL 1/18 1962 BMW 700 LS LUXUS GREEN

The BMW 700 was a small rear-engined car produced by BMW from 1959 to 1965, based on the BMW 600 (which was based on the Isetta). It was powered by a 2-cylinder, air-cooled engine of 697cc from the BMW R67 motorcycle. Styling was by Giovanni Michelotti – the car is sometimes compared with his other popular design of the same period, the Triumph Herald. A coupé and a cabriolet was also produced. The car was renamed "LS" in its later years.The 700 RS was a highly tuned version for racing. It had special, lightweight, aerodynamic bodywork and an engine tuned to 70 PS. Hans Stuck campaigned the car with success. Jacky Ickx also raced in 700s. About 180,000 were made in total. Classic BMW from the 60's, nicely detailed interior, opening doors boot and bonnet with engine detail. Shop here

FIRST STREAMLINED POLICE CAR - 1936 CHRYSLER AIRFLOW POLICE CAR

Chrysler's designers and engineers developed the Airflow in the mid-1930's to give a car the same streamlined effect of military aircraft. Sloping at both ends plus moving both axles away from the middle of the car gave the Airflow less wind resistance than any other car on the road. Unfortunately the public hated this futuristic look, preferring massive hoods and sweeping fenders on their luxury cars. But for the police, with its' all-steel top, "Life-Guard" tube tires and 115 hp. engine, function was more important than form. Buy it now

SCHUCO 1/10 BMW R69/S MOTORCYCLE WITH STEIB SIDECAR

The BMW 42 hp R69S was produced from 1960 to 1969 as a relatively high powered, high compression sport bike. The R69S also carried the patented Earles triangulated fork—ideal for use with sidecars—and came with sidecar lugs installed on the frames. The Schuco model replicates the unique fork design as well as the addition of an elaborate Steib TR500 sidecar. Steib began building sidecars in 1925 and was a leader in the category. BMW offered the popular TR500 design for many years. This amazing miniature replicates the mechanical prowess of the BMW motorcycle coupled to the grace and style of the Steib sidecar. See more

SKID RALLY - PEUGEOT 206 WRC ESSO (WHITE)

Same car, same drivers, but this time in a white Esso-backed 206, plus this time there's a special 'test car' version, as used by Gronholm, G. Panizzi and Delecour. Of the pair, it's the San Remo rally car which looks the most impressive, with looks the most impressive, with its vast 'Peugeot Lion blotches' dominating the 206's stylish lines. All look extremely neat. Shop here

SKID RALLY - PEUGEOT 206 WRC ESSO

It's amazing just how much 'starship' a modern rally car can look and Peugeot's 206 drives this point home. This silver machine is the works, Esso backed Monte Carlo enteant from that year driven by the Panizzi brothers. Conscientious attention to the interior, rear wing and sponsor's adverts are its hallmark and overall this Peugeot looks the part. Shop here

BEST MODELS: JAGUAR E-TYPE

This version of the E-Type was raced at the 1962 Le Mans raced by Charles/Coundley. Finished in British Racing green and carrying racing number eight, the car retired in the fourth hour. The model is accurate apart from the missing grille. To stop trackside rubbish blocking the radiator, a light grille (similar to that used later on the V12 E-Type) was fitted, but missing on this miniature. Buy here

CMC 1/18 MERCEDES-BENZ 300 SLR MILLE MIGLIA #722, 1955

In 1955 Mercedes-Benz introduced its 300 SLR for the first time at the Mille Miglia. Among its strongest competitors were Ferrari, Maserati, and Aston Martin. Every minute a competing car got its starting clearance. Since 1949 the starting order had been decided by lot so that each starting number was a record of the starting time. The young-but-well-accomplished British race driver Stirling Moss, together with his co-pilot Denis Jenkinson (“Jenks”), received the starting number 722. It means that their exact starting time was 7:22 am. What an unforgettable race they presented that day. Denis Jenkinson invented the so-called Roller Map, a sort of “navigation system“ that would become a part of racing history. This Roller Map was a six-meter paper roll with details of the track information collected during the training sessions. As a result, he was able to give his pilot very exact tips. Thanks to his driving skills, his will to win, and the reliability of his 300 SLR, Stirling Moss already took the lead in Rome. After 10 hours, 17 minutes and 48 seconds, the duo of Moss and Jenkinson crossed the finishing line to become the victors. They reached an unbelievable average speed of 157.65 km/h. An unparalleled record for a long time to come. J.M. Fangio, also driving a 300 SLR, finished 2nd to complete a sweet dual triumph of the Mercedes-Benz. Our SLR is hand-mounted from more than 1,500 single parts. It is a precision model that incorporates well-documented historic details and authentic replication. Explore the realistic presentation of this great model, and you will feel somehow like Stirling Moss. By the way, Moss drove the whole race with the service panel removed to expedite maintenance work in the case of emergency. He simply could not bear to lose a single second unnecessarily. But if you do not feel capable of filling the shoes of this legendary race driver, then picture yourself as his co-pilot. A miniature version of Jenkinson’s Roller Map is also included. Buy it now