Tuesday, July 8, 2008

HORSE-DRAWN MILK FLOAT



The popularity of the horse-drawn milk float as an early Lesney toy led it to be recreated in miniature. It earned its special place in Matchbox history as the only horse-drawn issue in the entire line of 1-75 die-cast miniatures.


The early Lesney Milk Float in blue is far rarer than the orange version. It may even been a promotional model for a local dairy company as all the collected examples have been found in Britain.

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

Friday, June 20, 2008

CLAAS MODL COMBINES



Matchbox-K9-CLASS Combine Harvast

CLAAS, a European company, has been producing combines for 90 years. As a leading manufacturer, CLASS has pioneered many important combine developments.


Over 60 different toys and models have been produced of the combines that CLAAS has developed during its history. By the early 1960s, demand for higher performance machines from farmers resulted in CLAAS launching the Giant Matador. It had a 87 hp six cylinder engine and 3.0 metre wide table. Lesney was the first toy manufacturer to produce a model of this combine. Like Lesney’s Massey Ferguson 780 it was sold as part of the King Size series. The toy had ground-driven reel and movable unloading auger to improve its play value. It had CLAAS decals and was produced in two basic colours – green, and red, not a CLAAS colour. I have only green model.

PORSCHE 550RS "LITTLE BASTARD"



The die-cast Brumm No.R234 Porsche 550RS (America 1954). It was produced in Italy, the length is 8.7 cm. (Scale 1:43)

Brumm were established in 1972, the name being derived from Brumm di Milano, meaning Milan taxi. The founders were Reno Tattarletti, Virginio Bianchi and Emilio Molteni, who had previously all worked for the model company Rio.

In more recent times Brumm has turned its attention to competition cars, dating back to the 1930s. These models are die-cast in 1:43 scale.



The real Porsche car 550RS, especially, the body is slivery bronze with the number of 130 and “LITTLE BASTARD” label. The upper of this label has a number plate of 2Z77767; it was a various friends of James Deen, the well-known adolescence in the period of 1950. It is a well-known car, leading him to a full stop before becoming adult.





This die-cast Porsche 550RS is silvery bronze. It was copied from James Deen’s car. The accessory mainly made of metal, red cushion, handle gear is chromium, clear windshields windows. The thick body is a good heavy weight. Shop here

Wednesday, June 18, 2008

DINKY COLLECTION : LAND ROVER (SERIES I)





The die-cast Dinky No.DY9 - 1949 Land Rover (Series I) was produced by Matchbox International Limited in Macau (Portugal) in 1989. The langht is 8.1 cm. (Scale 1:43)
In 1987 Matchbox International had bought the name and trade mark from Dinky. Dinky was the old firm that produced the die-cast of England. It was established since a decade in 1930. After buying the Dinky Company, in 1988 Matchbox began to produce Dinky, a scale 1:43 by using a code for inst. DY, DYM and sometime used 5 digits with a different styles of the production for more than 200 designs. (until 2001)

For the die-cast of Land Rover Series I which is a short bearer pickup car “Dinky Collection”. It is green body & windscreen, green wheels, black interior, tan canopy, and black base.

Buy it now.




The first Land Rover was designed in 1948 in the United Kingdom by Maurice Wilks, chief designer at the British car company Rover on his farm in Newborough, Anglesey. It is said that he was inspired by an American World War II Jeep that he used one summer at his holiday home in Wales. The first Land Rover prototype 'centre steer' was built on a Jeep chassis. A distinctive feature is their bodies, constructed of a lightweight rustproof proprietary alloy of aluminium and magnesium called Birmabright. This material was used owing to post war steel shortages and a plentiful supply of post-war aircraft aluminium. This metal's resistance to corrosion was one of the factors that allowed the vehicle to build up a reputation for longevity in the toughest conditions. It is reckoned that 75% of all those ever built are still in use.

DIE-CAST CORGI JUNIOR LAND ROVER PICKUP



Die-cast Corgi Junior No.16 Land Rover Pickup was produced in England 1971. The length is 7.1 cm. The real Land Rover is 4x4 wheels drive. The first appearance is in Motor Show in Amsterdam, Netherland in April 1948. After that, around 2-3 months, it began to assemble Land Rover series I to be marketed for 450 Pounds.
This die-cast Land Rover (might be Series III) It is metallic olive body, black plastic base, clear windows, no interior and tow hood.

Tuesday, June 17, 2008

MINI COOPER MUNICH POLICE GERMANY DIE-CAST

The die-casting car of Corgi No.CC86518 BMW Mini Cooper Munich Police Car was produced by Corgi Classic Ltd. GB in China 2005. It was limited edition. The police car of German is regarded as one of the best country police car in the world, including the top leading car of the world such as Brabus CLS Rocket, Porsche 911 Carrera, including this BMW Mini Cooper of Munich Police Car. The die-cast of this BMW Mini Cooper is 10.1 cm. long, alternative white and green with a word “POLIZIE” on the front hood. It has a German Police Logo on both sides, a blue signal light on the roof, clear windows, black interior, and black underneath. These die-cast cars are only 3,800. See more.

40th ANNIVERSARY 007 VILLAINOS VEHICLES


The die-cast car Johnny Lightning-40th Anniversary 007 Villainous Vehicles was produced by Johnny Lightning in China 2003 in order to celebrate the 40th Anniversary of James Bond 007, a set in this film for only 27 cars. This set is the fourth that composed of 4 cars. Even the most evil men on earth need to get around in style. Whether it's the classic style of Drax's Hispano-Suiza limousine (from Live and Let Die)

The purposeful utility of Sanchez's Jeep (from Licence To Kill)

Locque's dune buggy (from For Your Eyes Only)

The '57 Chevy driven by Mr.Jones (from Dr.No)

These memorable rides were significant players in some of James Bond's greatest adventures. Such a devious collection of machinery has never before been assembled one box! All of them are made of metal body and underneath. Details are distinguished beautifully. 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...