Tuesday, July 8, 2008

MB 38 MATCHBOX MODEL A FORD VAN



Matchbox made promotional models for many other companies and attractions. But this particular MB38 was made to promote Matchbox itself. The first regular issue MB38 rolled down a Matchbox assembly line in 1982. This vehicle, for the 1-75 line, was the Champion Spark Plugs van. It came with royal blue cab, black base, white roof and shining chrome bumpers, headlights and grille, along with the company’s familiar red and black logo incorporating a sketch of a sparkplug.




Matchbox itself has used the vehicle for sale and advertising messages such as the last model was suspended production in 1992 later on it was produced in Macau, China and Thailand. It is a Model A Ford Van, a yellow colour that advertised itself.

Wednesday, July 2, 2008

CITROEN TYPE H MICHELIN DIE-CAST



The die-cast is Eligor No.2421001 Citroen Type H Michelin, producing under the license of Citroen and Michelin in China 2003. The length is 9.8 cm. (Scale 1:43) In Thailand, the die-cast from France that we are well acquainted and knowing well is Majorette and Solido.

Eligor is the die-cast from France that I would like to introduce to you, it was born in France in 1978 by Jacques Grelzammer, Eligor who was a proficient car production of French brand, especially, Citroen, Renult, Pergeot and it is still produced some model of the die-cast from the present production plant in France.


The die-cast of Citroen Type H. which was a unique Truck Classic Van.(The first assembled of the real car was produced in 1948) This car is a yellow-blue van body, Michelin tires, Bibendum markcot between the windows, a sliding door at the right side, clear windows, grey interior, packing in a show case with a back curtain and a gasoline pump. It is very beautiful.

Tuesday, June 24, 2008

MORRIS MINOR TRAVELLER


Die-cast Vanguard No.VA10005 Morris Minor Traveller was designed and produced by lledo PLC. in England 1997. The length is 8.8 cm. (1:43)

Morris car and Austin Mini is relative car because it was produced in the same product plant that is British Motor Corporation. The real Morris Minor was assembled in between 1948-1971. A total of every kind of the product is 1,368,291 cars.

For a Morris Minor Traveller (ESTATE) it has a special character. The back structure of the Van with the back door is made from wood ASH. The Morris Traveller began to assemble in 1952 and finished this output in 1956. This model used the engine 803 cc. 30 mph. (4800 RPM) a highest speed is 97 km/hr.


This die-cast Morris Minor Traveller of Vanguards is cream body, the front and back bumper, the wheel cover and front light, plated chromium, rim of the door, door handle, front hood, back door hinge, gasoline tank cover, shield water wiper and silvery bronze colour. The box has a photo of the car and variety of data which is specific data in each car. It is mainly different from others that were designed for multi-purpose, using to load for every kind if it is the same scaling car of Vanguards. It is complete with spare parts that are side viewing mirror, a car photo card with its history of the car on the backside of the card.

Monday, June 23, 2008

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.

Sunday, June 22, 2008

1:18 SCALE DIECAST GARAGE ACCESSORIES


1:18 Scale garage equipment accessories. These diecast metal garage equipments are great for creating diorama for your diecast collection. Kit comes with welding torch, battery packs, air compressor, engine stand, tool boxes, floor jack, and creeper. Price $15.99. Shop here.

1959 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE "FOR SALE"


Beautifully crafted 1959 Volkswagen Beetle "For Sale" diecast model car 1:24 scale die cast by Jada Toys. This is a very highly detailed 1959 Volkswagen Beetle "For Sale" diecast. Every details are well put together. Great collectible or gift piece. 1959 Volkswagen Beetle "For Sale" diecast model car 1:24 scale die cast by Jada Toys is one of the best showcase model for any auto enthusiasts. Shop here.

Saturday, June 21, 2008

EIRE'S GARDA LIVERIED RANGE ROVER


This model Corgi No.TY82801 Range Rover - Grada comes from the Standards range and is the evergreen Range Rover in the livery of the Irish Garda. Apart from the standard yellow stripes, you get an excellent door crest and the confidential phone line number.As far as I can recall, this is the first time that a mainstream manufacturer has modeled a Grada vehicle, so full marks to Corgi on this one, let’s have some futhuer forieng forces represented

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

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