Tuesday, January 11, 2011

CORGI - FAUN STREET SWEEPER





This model was based on a basic German street sweeper as produced by Faun. The model had an outstanding rotating side gulley brush as well as a rotating roller brush. A simulated flexible hose held by an operator was also included with the model. The figure was moulded in Orange and was unpainted.

DINKY - JOHNSTON ROAD SWEEPER




Catalogue No.7 proclaimed this model New for 1971. It has a complicated mechanism and in Dinky's own words features 'Rotating horizontal and vertical brushes' and a 'Swivelling simulated suction pipe'. It was produced in the normal right hand drive format although the real thing often used left hand drive to enable the driver to better align along the nearside kerb.

This model first appeared with a white front grille, before being changes to silver, and is most commonly seen with an version was produced as a promotional model for the Johnston Company.

Saturday, January 8, 2011

ERTL 1/18 2004 PONTIAC GTO DIECAST MODEL CAR

2004 Pontiac GTO Diecast Model Blue 1 Of 1250 Made 1/18 Die Cast Car By Ertl



The Pontiac GTO was relaunched in the United States in 2004, based on the Holden Monaro's V platform. Beautifully crafted 2004 Blue Pontiac GTO Diecast Model Car features opening doors, hood, trunk and steerable front wheels. A great addition to any collection.

WELLY 1/18 1953 CHEVROLET 3100 PICKUP DIECAST TRUCK

1953 Chevrolet 3100 Pickup Diecast Model Cream 1/18 Die Cast Car By Welly




Chevrolet Diecast Model Cars - Fondly known as the Chevy, GM's best known brand took an early lead in American car production as did the diverse line of diecast model cars. Chevy remains a mainstream American favorite and fans still recall 1963 when one of every ten cars sold in the U.S. was a Chevrolet. Enjoy our large selection of model car replicas of these diecast car favorites.
This classic 1953 Cream Chevrolet 3100 Pickup Diecast Model Truck was a workhorse for a generation. This beautifully crafted model comes with the side spare tire, chrome accessories and an opening tailgate. A "must-have" for any classic collector.

YAT MING 1/18 1964 RED CHEVROLET CORVETTE GRAND SPORT DIECAST MODEL CAR


Stunning 1964 Red Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport Diecast Model Car. In 1962 Corvette chief engineer Zora Arkus-Duntov initiated a program to produce a lightweight version based on a prototype that mirrored the new 1963 Corvette. After the GM executives learned of the secret project, the program was stopped, and only five cars were built. They are among the most coveted and valuable Corvettes ever built.

Wednesday, January 5, 2011

CORGI CLASSIC 1/50 HAULIERS OF RENOWN - RUGBY CEMENT



The first release in this 1/50 scale combination of the Volvo FM and a low curtainside cold cast trailer body. It's in the attractive Rugby Cement livery. From the chromed hubs and fuel tank to the accurate RMC livery, from the detailed cab interior to the separately applied rear view mirrors, this is an impecable model. Shop here

Tuesday, January 4, 2011

IXO 1/43 PEUGEOT 307 - MONTE CARLO RALLY - NO.5

A Simple but effective rendition of Gronholm and Rautiainen's car as entered in the 2004 Monte Carlo Rally. The large windows reveal a very detailed business like interior which includes all safety equipment. We liked the Rally logo on rear window. 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...