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.

HOT WHEELS 1/18 ELITE FERRARI 250 GTO LTD EDITION

This is Hot Wheels 1/18 Elite Ferrari 250 GTO Ltd Edition die-cast model car. A special model to celebrate Ferrari's 60th Anninversary Finished in a Matt Yellow individually numbered on a black base.

FORD CONSUL BROWN 50th ANNIVERSARY MODEL

This model is probably the closest to the original that Corgi chose for their first model in July 1956. The Ford Consul was by then six years old and very popular. Within three months the initial production run in 1956 of 100,000 pieces had sold out and the Swansea factory had to produce a further 250,000 models to meet demand. Corgi had to create a new casting to release this model in our Anniversary Series. This special limited edition model is made in exactly the same way as the 1956 original, with a metal chassis, turned wheels, and of course, windows. See more.

MORRIS MINOR TRAVELLER

Vanguards - Morris Minor Traveller

Morris Minor Traveller 1953-71, 1953 Morris Minor Traveller Estate introduced, based on the Series 2 Minor with a 30 bhp 803 cc engine. It had exposed ash framework, a hinged rear seat and a compartment beneath the boot floor housing the spare wheel and toolkit. October 1954 New horizontal grille fitted and sidelights moved to the wings. Body-coloured dashboard got a central instrument dial. October 1956 Renamed Minor Traveller 1000 with larger 948 cc engine, improved gearbox and single-piece windscreen. De Luxe models had over-riders, leather trim.

BMW MINI COOPER EDDIE STOBART LTD.

Eddie Stobart Limited is Britains largest independant road haulage company and notably the most famous. The Company's history stems back over half a century starting from a rural village location to become a major national and international operator. In the year 2000 Eddie Stobart employed over 2500 people, operated nearly 1000 vehicles out of 30 depots across the UK and Europe

This die-cast is Corgi 1/36 BMW Mini Cooper Eddie Stobart Ltd. From Brighton via Bruges to Belgrade, the UK’s best-known livery is to be seen all over Europe. Now it’s ES’s turn on the rally circuit, with this captivating new 1/36 model of the BMW Mini.

40th ANNIVERSARY MATCHBOX COLLECTION

In January 1947, two Ex-Servicemen and old friends Leslie Smith and Rodney Smith formed a Company to be called ‘Lesney Products.’ The name Lesney was derived from their Christain Names. The partners astutely anticipated the demand for domestic electrical components, and manufactured these for other companies.
The design and production of toys began mainly as a sideline when the Company was not busy, sub-contracting for toy companies. This gave the partners the confidence to produce their own toys which were then sold through toy factors. One such factor was John Kohnstam whose trade mark was ‘MOKO.’ By late 1948, the first toy – a road roller was produced followed by others. These early Lesney Toys were similar to Dinky Models.
The Company continued to produce toys and by 1953, stimulated by the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II, models of the Coronation Coach were released. The success of these, particularly the Miniature, was so overwhelming that Lesney decided to scale down their larger toys to a miniature range. Packaged in a small box about the size, colour and a shape of a matchbox – the ‘Matchbox Series’ was born.

No.1 Aveling Barford Road Roller No.4 Massey Harris Tractors

No.5 Double Decker Bus No.7 Horse Drawn Milk Float No.9 Dennis Fire Escapes

The 40th Anniversary Collection Box design follows the style of the first Gift Set produced by the original Company. The five authentic models re-created from new moulds for this Collection, have been selected from the first 10 models issued from the ‘Matchbox Series.’ This Collection represents the originality and wide ranging appeal of a small toy vehicle which Matchbox Toys and Lesney Products have now been producing for 40 years; including such famous names as Models of Yesteryear, Superkings, Convoy and Dinky itself as well as the “Matchbox Series”.

HOT WHEELS ROLLIN' 100 CAR CASE

This is a great case for kids with LOTS of cars. A few of these replaced the many unsightly bins of cars we had around our house. Keeping them in a case like this cuts down on damage to the paint and being on wheels makes it easy for kids to move the fun from room to room / clean up after themselves. The slots that hold the cars come in a variety of sizes. Some of the largest trucks won't fit, but most will. (Comment by M. Roth)

New for 2006! Blue & Black Asst. The 100 car case has a cool new look & includes a removable dual launcher. Lift the telescoping handle & wheel the case anywhere. Boys can launch 2 - 1:64th scale vehicles at once. This case holds up to 100 - 1:64th scale Hot Wheel Vehicles. Order Now.