Wednesday, December 29, 2010

VANGUARDS 1/43 FORD CORTINA MKI GT ROGER CLARK 1965 SCOTTISH RALLY





A young Roger Clark was starting to make a name in the rally world, while driving a white Ford Cortina MkI GT he had prepared at his family's Ford dealership. After winning the Scottish Rally in 1964, the basically standard white bodyshell was starting to literally fall apart and by then the young talented Roger Clark was able to secure a full-strength 'works' bodyshell in Red. The car was built up using many parts from the old car and so was able to retain it's 2ANR registration that it carried on the white car and before that on his original Mini Cooper.


This car is modelled as it was when Roger Clark and his regular co-driver Jim Porter, won the 1965 Scottish Rally, then three weeks later he used the same car to win the Gulf London Rally. Shop here

Monday, December 27, 2010

WELLY 1/18 PORSCHE BOXSTER S DIECAST MODEL CAR

Porsche Boxster S Diecast Model Soft Top Yellow 1/18 Die Cast Car By Welly

Finely crafted 2005 Black Porsche Boxster S Diecast Model Car. The 2005 Porsche Boxster S remains very similar to the previous generation. The most obvious styling change is to the headlights, which now have a profile similar to those of the Carrera GT, Porsche's mid-engined supercar.This car features opening doors, hood, trunk, and steerable front wheels. A must have for the Porsche enthusiast.

YAT MING 1/18 1953 PACKARD CARIBBEAN DIECAST MODEL

1953 Packard Caribbean Diecast Model 1/18 Red Die Cast Car by Yat Ming


For the 1952 auto show, Packard exhibited a convertible sports car called the Pan American which won the Gold Medal for Outstanding Design and Engineering Achievement. Despite its limited production run, the Caribbean was the talk of the automobile world in 1953. Introduced late in the model season it quickly sold out. Our 1/18 scale precision diecast replica has all the features that dazzled car buyers 55 years ago. The Inline 8 327 cubic inch engine is wired and plumbed. The sides are chrome free and the whel openings are enlarged with flared lips. The Continental tire kit has a center cut out showing the wire wheel.

AUTO ART 1/18 1988 BLACK AUDI QUATTRO DIECAST MODEL CAR


Audi's Quattro is legendary. The company's greatest achievement has been to recognize the advantages of all-wheel-drive and then to single-mindedly pursue the necessary technology. The sleek and aerodynamic styling today's Audi models are a preface to what its cars have always been about - performance. This dedication shows in these miniature die cast replica model cars. Engineering was at its heart, so racing and road rallies were a natural outlet for the car's somewhat conservative, yet powerful personality. A high-end automotive investment for true aficionados, detailed diecast models are a real favorite for those of more modest means! This model features opening hood, trunk,doors, and steerable front wheels. This 1988 Black Audi Quattro Diecast Model Car is truly a collectors item.

Thursday, December 23, 2010

CORGI 1/43 LAND ROVER LAST OF THE SUMMER WINE


Three old school friends - the self styled leader, the timid dawdler and the mischievous scruff-bag with nothing to do and all the time to do it. Corgi have reproduced the scruffy one with Wesleys Land Rover in this charming set.

The much missed Compo is seen ensconced in an armchair held precariously on the back of a Land Rover in this scene from the BBC comedy. The Land Rover is familiar to everyone, and the cold cast figure looks realistic to smell! Shop here

Wednesday, December 22, 2010

VANGUARDS 1/43 AUSTIN A40 FARINA - BIRMINGHAM POLICE




Birmingham Police used a large number of A40s during the late fifties and early sixties, mainly as local beat Panda Cars or unmarked transportation vehicles. Superseded in some roles by the 1100 range, with which it shared its engine, the A40 continued to be used in Mk2 form because of its capacious storage and the ease with which equipment, carried by some branches of the force, could be reached through the Countryman’s opening rear window.


Although styled in Italy the A40 was engineered and produced at Austin’s headquarters at Longbridge, on the outskirts of Birmingham, meaning the force was supporting their local manufacturer.

The model features chrome detail, detailed interior, photo-etched wipers and roof light. Shop here

CORGI 1/43 FORD CAPRI III AND HAYNES HISTORY BOOK





Ford Capri 2.8i Haynes Manual Set in Blue featuring working wheels. What better union than the coming together of the Corgi brand with the Haynes Manual to create Corgi's new range - Haynes Miniature History. Both brands have kept enthusiasts and collectors happy for decades and now you can own your favourite model and read all about it in the charming, Haynes miniature history book. Each model is an authentic detailed replica and the book is filled with pictures, facts and features about the real vehicle and pays tribute to its place in Corgi's heritage, a truly compelling read. Presented in bespoke packaging, this set is a perfect gift for enthusiasts and collectors alike. 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...