Friday, November 7, 2008

CHIPPERFIELD'S CIRCUS MODEL


Chipperfield's Circus was the name of a famous British family circus. The show toured Europe and the Far East. The dynasty goes back more than 300 years, making it one of the older family circus dynasties. During the 1960s circuses were extremely popular, so it was not surprising that during the period between 1960 and 1970 Corgi Toys should release ten Chipperfield’s Circus models, plus four Gift Sets. All were produced with the co-operation of the circus itself.These models proved to be highly collectable, so in 1994 Corgi Classics launched a new series of twelve Chipperfield’s Circus models. Again these proved extremely popular at the time, so futher additions were made. (Encyclopedia of Model Collecting)


Wednesday, November 5, 2008

OXFORD 1/76 CHIPPERFIELDS MINI VAN




The die-cast Oxford No.CH011-Chipperfields Mini Van was produced by Oxford Die-Cast Ltd. It is 4.6 cm. (1:76) This Austin Mini Van is red body, blue roof. The paint is a special color of the Chipperfields Circus which was a very old group of England for more 300 years. It has a bumper in front and at the back. The front decoration is silver bronze, real tire, clear windows and black interior.

Tuesday, November 4, 2008

CORGI SIGNS THE BEATLES

Corgi has teamed up with Apple Corps with a licence to produce a new ranged of collectable Beatles diecast. The original models produced in the 1960s and re-used in the 1990s are now rare and sought-after by collectors. The new models will include new versions of the classic Yellow Submarine and the Magical Mystery Tour Bus as well as a Revolver taxi and an Abbey Road Routemaster bus.

Corgi International CEO Michael Cookson, said: "Corgi as a company has had a long association with the Beatles having produced the original Yellow Submarine diecast in the 1960s and it was a piority for the company to re-initiate a program with Apple Corps/Suba Films for an innovative range of product, that people will once again enjoy purchasing.

"With the 40th Anniversary of Sgt Pepper in 2007, it was a perfect time for the deal to have been agreed. and weare truly excited to be partners again. We feel that we will have strong retail support for this line especially from specialty retail and we hope to showcase these products to an all new consumer audience."

(Diecast Collector, March 2008 issued 125)

THE BEATLES COLLECTORS EDITION DIE-CAST BUS IN ALBUM COVER TIN SET


Beatles Album Cover Set of 4 Collector's Edition * 1/36 scale Die-Cast model * ("Revolver" 1/64 scale Die-cast model) These are numbered and from a Limited Edition of 2,008 pieces manufactured. * Comes with a collectable tins and a numbered certificates of authenticity. * Also available in standard edition and individually. * Collect all 4 Beatles Buses. See more.

Monday, November 3, 2008

THE BEATLES COLLECTORS EDITION DIE-CAST TAXI IN ALBUM COVER TIN SET


Beatles Album Cover Set of 4 Collector's Edition * 1/36 scale Die-Cast model * These are numbered and from a Limited Edition of 2,008 pieces manufactured. * Comes with a collectable tins and a numbered certificates of authenticity. * Also available in standard edition and individually. * Collect all 4 Beatles London Taxi. See more.

Wednesday, October 29, 2008

MATCHBOX REGULAR WHEELS NO.47 COMMER VAN


1-75 model of a Commer Lyons Maid Ice Cream van, issued in various colours and wheel types, and also with the 'Lord Nielsens Ice Cream' logo in place of the 'Lyons Maid'

Tuesday, October 28, 2008

CORGI - BMW MINI COOPER ROYAL CANADIAN POLICE


The die-cast Corgi No.CC86517-BMW Mini Cooper Royal Canadian Police was produced by Corgi Classic Ltd. in China, 2005. The length is 10.2 cm (1:43)

This die-cast was a limited edition only 3,500 cars. This one is white alternated blue color. On the roof top there is are and blue light signal, logo: “Police Jeuresse” on the front hood, opening doors, clear windows, black interior, removable tires. The body of the car is trick and heavy. It seems to be a very good die-cast. 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...