Tuesday, July 22, 2008

EUCLID QUARY DUMP TRUCK


Regular Wheels No.6 Euclid Quary Dump Truck


For the heaviest work on the most uneven sites, the Dump Truck is the answer to the civil engineer’s problem. Built somewhat on the lines of a military vehicle that is intended to be used off the road, the dumper has very deep chassis members, a Diesel engine developing at least 120 h.p. and a 5 –or 6 speed gearbox to give flexibility under load. The all-steel tipper body is specially shaped to load and unload rapidly : rectangular bodies tend to retain a small but significant part of a difficult load, such as wet sand. The dump truck driver is protected from debris during loading by a robust plate extending from the body over the cab.

Monday, July 21, 2008

COCA-COLA BRAND 1920 MACK AC


The invention of the patented formula for COCA-COLA and the subsequent retailing of the soft drink began with the Atlanta pharmacist, John S. Pemberton. However, in 1886, it was Asa G. Candler who was most responsible for beginning the aggressive promotion that would build the brand into a world-renowned entity. Candler, who bought the name and the formula in 1891, was an aggressive marketer who made sure the COCA-COLA name was known wherever people stopped for refreshment. Of course, one of the most obvious ways to make the name COCA-COLA familiar to all was to promote it-in its trademarked Spencerian script-in as many places as possible through signage at retail outlets and on billboards across the country. Indeed, as early as 1908, it is estimated that signs bearing the COCA-COLA name covered 2.5 million square feet of wall on American buildings. This aggressive marketing campaign would continue until the present day when COCA-COLA is truly one of the most recognizable brands around the globe. Now, the authentic reproduction of a vintage sign for “Stoneleigh Pharmacy,” advertising COCA-COLA, appears on a classic 1920 MACK AC truck. The MACK truck-another name that is instantly recognizable as an American classic-is re-created in a precision engineered die-cast replica. Crafted and decorated with authentic COCA-COLA trademarks and graphics, your official model is produced by-and available only from-Matchbox Collectibles, the greatest name in die-cast.


Friday, July 18, 2008

CITROEN DS21 JEAN RICHARD AND TELE JUNIOR



This die-cast is Norev Citroen DS21 Jean Richard and Tele Junior. It was designed in France, produced in China. The length is 11.8 cm. (1:43)

The real Citroen ID21 or DS21 was used to advertise a circus of “Jean Richard” and advertising sign of magazine for French children “TELE JUNIOR”. This car is a station wagon or sometimes it was named to be a model of Safari. It was produced in between 1955-1976. The designer is Flaminio Bertoni. This model of Citroen has many things advance ahead of other cars in that period, such as the front light could be turned along the way with the car. The system of suspension is hydronumatic, front light water wiper. The engine of this model is alike with Porsch 911. At present, this model is very expensive.

Jean Richard (1921-2001) was a very well-known French actor. He began his occupation as a humoristic comic. Later on, he changed his occupation to be an actor of the cinema. (Broadcasting on TV in France) He became a famous actor from the “Maigret” cinema which adapted from a novel of George Simenon by acting as a detective whose personal recognition is holding his pipe in the corner of his mouth. This cinema presented on air more than 20 years. Besides this, Jean Richard formed a group of well-known circus in France in 1957 by using his name as a circus name. He died from cancer in 2001.

This die-cast might be produced in order to memorize Jean Richard after he die in 2001 by Norev, the leading producer of model car of France. It includes white body alternated with blue and orange, clear windows, black interior and orange. On the roof installed a advertising sign of magazine concerning the cinema and cartoon for children “TELE JUNIOR”.

Monday, July 14, 2008

YORKSHIRE STEAM WAGON


The “steam age” had a much greater impact in England than it did in the rest of the world. The Americans flirted with the popular Stanley Steamer, but quickly turned to gas-powered engines. The Germans, inventors of the internal combustion engine, had little time for steam.

In England, however, there was a long love affair with steam engines, which were used for all types of vehicles and machinery-everything from ploughing to baling on farms to powering fairgrounds.

The Yorkshire company was renowned for its steam engines, producing more than a thousand steam engines, producing more than a thousand steam wagons between the years 1913 and 1932.


And now the beloved Yorkshire Steam Wagon lives on as handsome die-cast replica from Matchbox. Shop here 

1918 ATKINSON STEAM WAGON




When one thinks of the “Golden Age of Steam,” the first image that comes to mind is the locomotive, thundering into palatial stations with clouds of steam billowing everywhere. Yet, the success of the railroads also depended on other steam-powered engines-not the least of which was the steam-engine wagon, which transported essentials to the builders of railroads. One famed maker of steam wagons was Atkinson & Co, of Preston, Lancashire. Originally the firm sold and repaired steam wagons produced by another company. However, when that company moved and took over its own sales, Atkinson began producing its own wagons in 1916. Atkinson incorporated the very best it had garnered from its experience in sales and maintenance. Its early models featured 2-section boilers, a tubular super heater and a 2-cylinder compound engine, and the success of these designs laid the foundation for the long line of trucks and busses which were manufactured up until 1970. Now, with a full load of cobblestones and sand, and 1918 Atkinson Steam Wagon bearing the imprimatur of the City of Westminster is on its way to repair a city street. This intricate model has been crafted by Matchbox Collectibles exclusively for the Age of Steam II Collection.

Thursday, July 10, 2008

LAND ROVER - CITY OF BATH FROM FIRE HEROES






The piercing scream of a siren and the powerful roar of a diesel engine! The local fire department responds to another call with a great sense of urgency, for every second counts. Now Corgi pays tribute to the fearless firefighters with the FIRE HEROES Showcase display series. It captures the drama and excitement of classic fire apparatus. Combining intricate engineering and authentic decoration, this unique series is a fitting tribute to legendary fire engines.
Each model is mounted to a display stand and includes a full-color collector card. This informative collector card can be affixed to the display stand. As your collection grows, be sure to arrange each display stand side-by-side to create an impressive panoramic display.

The die-cast Land Rover – City of Bath is one of the five models of Fire Heroes Series. Land Rover – City of Bath, Base on the standard Land Rover 86” chassis the built-to-order Fire appliances were small, easily maneuverable and capable of operating in restricted spaces. They tended to be sold to works fire brigades or small airfields where they operated as first response vehicles.


The FIRE HEROES Showcase display series from Corgi makes a worthy addition to any die-cast collection. Collect them all and be sure to look for future release!

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

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...