MINICHAMPS 1/43 PORSCHE 911 GT1

This is the Porsche 911 GT1 pffered by Minichamps. The detailing is superb, both of the exterior and the interior. However, what really impresses is the decoration, for this is not applied by transfers but is tampo printed. The car is shown as raced at Le Mans in 1996, driven by Thierry Boutsen, with Hans-Joachim Stuck and Bob Wollek. The main sponsorship is by Mobil.Shop here

SUNSTAR : 1949 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE KAFER CABRIOLET

The Volkswagen Cabrio of 1949 joins the series of European economy cars. Decorated in red and black, and with separate door handles and various detail painted in, this is a model certain to please the many who collect VWs. Shop here

TROFEU 1/43 FORD SIERRA COSWORTH

Re-issued is the version of the Ford Sierra Cosworth. The features sponship from Q8 Oils, and is as driven in the Lombard RAC Rally of 1989. Shop here

CORGI 1/76 BLACKPOOL BALLOON TRAM POSTWAR

This version is post-war, with the cream having even greater billing than the green, and with advertisement on the sides for Empire Pools. The tram makes for an interesting collection spanning several years. Shop here

CORGI 1/64 LONDON 2012 GREAT BRITISH CLASSICS ROUTEMASTER

The double Decker bus was the official mode of transport for over 6,000 athletes during the 1948 London Olympics. Special services began on the 8th July and ran to the 21st August 1948,345,000 miles were covered. The London Transport Executive was formed in 1948, the year of the last Olympic Games hosted in London, as part of the government’s massive post-war nationalisation programme.

LT entered public ownership as part of the British Transport Commission which also owned the newly formed British Railways. The red double decker bus remains an iconic symbol of London and will be seen by millions of visitors to London during the Olympic Games. Shop here

CORGI 1/36 LONDON 2012 GREAT BRITISH CLASSICS TAXI

Corgi are proud to introduce the first and only die-cast collection to be inspired by the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games, which we hope becomes a lasting legacy of a monumental moment in sporting history. Whether it is a high end, authentically detailed Limited Edition piece or the start of a multi piece ‘collect them all’ series, there is something here for everyone.

The revolutionary TX1 modeled here was designed, developed and built in 1997. It’s iconic redecessor, the Austin FX3 was produced between 1948 (the year of the last Olympics to be hosted in London) and 1959. The famous ‘black cab’ is universally recognised as a symbol of London. The name taxi derives from the taximeter, the instrument which measures the distance travelled or the time taken, thus allowing an accurate fare to be determined. This device was invented in 1891 by Wilhelm Bruhn. Shop here

CORGI 1/36 LONDON 2012 GREST BRITISH CLASSICS MINI

Corgi are proud to introduce the first and only die cast collection to be inspired by the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games, which we hope becomes a lasting legacy of a monumental moment in sporting history. Whether it is a high end, authentically detailed Limited Edition piece or the start of a multi piece ‘collect them all’ series, there is something here for everyone.

The classic Morris Minor was launched in 1948, the year of the last Olympics to be hosted in London. It was designed by Sir Alec Issigonis who went on to design the iconically British Mini

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The first Mini was produced in Longbridge, Great Britain on the 3rd April 1959 with the 5,387,862nd and final Mini rolling off the production line in October 2000. BMW will transport athletes around the London 2012 in 4,000 cars, including the BMW MINI as one of six BMW models to be showcased during the Olympic Games. The world renowned BMW MINI has been produced since 2001.Shop here

CORGI 1/50 FODEN S21 'MICKEY MOUSE' TANKER 'ARROW'

The Foden S21 'Mickey Mouse' cab from Corgi looks rather splendid as part of cylindrical tanker. The first livery is of Arrow Bulk Carriers Ltd.' the grey and red livery setting off the shiny chrome of the tanker. Corgi has well captured the shape of the cab, the fact that on this version the windscreen is surrounded in black adding to the authenticity. On the roof appears an arrow symbol, while side mirrors are provided for the buyer to fit. Shop here

CORGI 1/76 PLAXTON PANTHER ULSTER BUS TRANLINK BELFAST

The integration of Citybus, Northern Ireland Railways and Ulster Bus began in January 1995 when the government announced comprehensive changes to the provision of public transport. Among the many measures to be introduced was the new policy of co-ordination between the bus companies, Citybus (now Metro) and Ulster Bus, and the railway company, NI Railways. One aim was to improve services for the public by offering co-ordinated timetables. The organisation is now one of Northern Ireland’s largest employers with approximately 4,000 employees. Over 80 million passenger journeys are made on Translink services each year. Ulster Bus currently has 20 main passenger facilities across Northern Ireland employing 1,250 drivers and operating approximately 1,100 buses.

Every model in The Original Omnibus Company is recreated in 1:76 scale and includes a numbered, Limited Edition certificate. The range includes both modern and classic buses and coaches from some of the best known British manufactures and operators. Shop here

KYOSHO 1/18 MCLAREN F1 GTR

The McLaren F1 is a superb model from Kyosho, highly and accurately detailed, and with a fine paint finish and excellent decoration. The model includes opening doors, engine cover, but these are close fitting and so do not detract from the look of the model. Both the engine and the interior are superbly detailed. Shop here

SIGNATURE MODELS 1/32 1951 CHEVROLET 3100 PICKUP TRUCK

1951 Chevrolet 3100 Pickup Truck Dark Blue 1/32 Diecast Model Car by Signature Models

Chevrolet Trucks were the first all -new designs of from any manufacturer after World War II. The stylish "Advance Design" Chevy trucks had a clean look featuring a larger and more rounded cab, horizontal five-bar grille, single-piece rear-hinged hood design, and permanent split windshield.

BEST 1/43 FERRARI 330 GTC

Model from the Best is the Ferrari 330 GTC of 1966, another fine rendition of a Ferrari, which captures the shape of the actual car and is superbly detailed. Another 'winner' for Ferrari fans. Shop here

EFE 1/76 DENNIS DART/POINTER 'BADGERLINE'

Accompanying the Badgerline VR, this popular bus is a common sight in most urban areas. The large badger character on N240 KAE makes this bus unmistakable on route 332 to Longwell Green, which is displayed on the latest dot matrix type destination blind. The Dart/Pointer is in the yellow and green of Badgerline, complete with the badger motif on the sides and rear. Not also the route/destination indicators, shown in the modern digital style. Shop here

MINICHAMPS 1/43 VW T2B GERAMAN BUNDESPOST

If you like postal vehicles, this sunny German Bundespost Vee-dub will be a great addition to your collection. Yellow paint has a reputation for poor coverage but this model's 'skin' bucks the trend, and there's also some pleasing underside detail for added value--diecast collector  Shop here

CORGI OOC : DENNIS DART 'FLAGSHIP'

The model livery on this new casting is Flagship as operated by Kingfisher Huddersfield. This is part of the FirstBus group, as indicated on the model with the company logo and the message 'Welcome to FirstBus' on the window adjacent to the entrance doors. Shop here

MATCHBOX - DUESENBERG MODEL J TOWN CAR

The Y4-4 1930 Duesenberg model J town car joined the range in 1976., in purple, with silver mudguards and a black hood. This version included silver trim on the bodywork, while the tan  seats have been improved by shade of brown. Collectors of Models of Yesteryear should not ignore this version of what has long been a popular model in the Yesteryear range. See more

YAT MING 1/18 - 1948 FORD F-1 PICK UP TRUCK WITH FLATBED COVER

This is a good model. Very wellmade. But could have had a little more attention to detail done on the engine. The tailgate, doors, hood all open. And the steering works. But the Engine detail is really lacking. Would be a good starter model. For some one just getting into the hobby. The Interior is well detailed. And the Tanua cover can be removed or left on the model. Which ever you prefer.
Is a nice shelf model? And could have been made a lot better. If a little more attention to detail was paid to the engine. like Fan belts. Sparkplug wires. Batterie cables. All of which are not present under the hood. --Thomas A. Goodwin  Shop here

YAT MING 1/18 1956 CHEVROLET BELAIR

1956 Chevrolet Bel Air Diecast Model 1/18 Convertible Yellow Die Cast Car by Yat Ming

Take your mind back to the fabulous '50s. Remember those classic convertibles in cool colors like orange and turquoise? Here's the '56 Chevrolet Bel Air convertible you (or your dad) might have longed for, re-created in die-cast metal. The doors, hood, and trunk all open, and the steering wheel actually turns the front wheels. This yellow and white classic dream car is 11 inches long from the jet-shaped hood ornament to the taillights in the fins. It comes with a black display stand with the car's name in gold. Makes a great gift for anyone who graduated in 1956, or collectors of any age. --Marcie Bovetz 

YAT MING 1:18 - 1932 FORD 3-WINDOW COUPE

Return to the era of gangsters and rumble seats in this 1:18 scale model of a 1932 Ford coupe. The doors open (with hinges at the back, not the front), the rumble seat pops up for those quick getaways down Chicago back alleys, and the hinged sides of the engine cowling lift up for engine inspection. Whitewall tires and lots of gold trim jazz up the black exterior. The die-cast metal body is extremely solid, although the plastic accessories, such as turn indicators and headlight assembly, could easily be broken by a small child with an aggressive driving style. --Richard Farr  Shop here

EFE 1/76 PLAXTON PARAMOUNT 3500 - BLACKBURN TRANSPORT

Blackburn Transport's striking green compass looks superb in this rendition; the high windows mean there's a big space for the superbly reproduced logo. The model was introduced back in 1999, but its excellent front glazing still make it a top class model. shop here

SUN STAR 1/18 MERCEDES 220 STRICH 8 SALOON

Mercedes 220 Strich 8 Saloon Mittelblau/Blue Diecast Car Model 1/18 Platinum Edition by Sunstar

Features Include-Opening front doors with fully detailed panel.Opening Boot (trunk) complete with detailed spare wheel and correct pattern rubber matting.Opening Bonnet (hood) with fully detailed engine.Opening sunroof with deflector.Positional windscreen wipers.Positional sun visors.Fully detailed cockpit, dashboard and correct pattern drivers rubber floor mat.Operational steering.Correct tire tread pattern.Fully detailed chassis with tow hook.Detailed independent front and rear spring suspension.

MOY Y-9 1920 LEYLAND 3 TON SUBSIDY LORRY

The Y-9 1920 3 ton Leyland lorry joined the range in 1985. It had dark green with red wings and chassis, a black baseplate, black plastic steps and grille & headlights. The interior can be pale tan or mushroom and the wheels were very dark green. 

The livery is in the company of 'A. Luff & Sons Ltd' landscape gardeners and it has 'New Malden,' 'Kingston Hill' and 'Guildford Surrey' tampo printed to the sides. The cab had white lining and the number 3 to the sides and the company name on the top of the cab above the windscreen. Shop here

VANGUARDS 1/43 TRIUMPH HERALD 948 SALOON 50th ANNIVERSARY LIMITED EDITION CLASSICS

Triumph's elegant Herald was styled by Italian Giovanni Michelotti and launched in April 1959, priced at £495 in saloon form. The car modelled, WOY 660, was built on August 24th 1959 and dispatched on 3rd September to Mr Frank Carr, of the influential Triumph dealership 'Carr's Auto Sales', for his personal use. Carr was a good friend of Standard-Triumph's Managing Director Alick Dick, and had previously sold Dick his yacht 'Herald'. The yacht's moniker inspired the naming of Triumph's new model range, so, without this car's first owner, the Herald may have been launched with its development project name, Zobo. Shop here

MATCHBOX YESTERYEAR No.YRS-01-1955 CHEVY 3100, “AAA” TOWING & SERVICE

The American Automobile Association (AAA) was founded in 1902 to serve the nation’s travelers. In the nearly 95 years since its inception, the number of vehicles on American highways has grown dramatically, and AAA has always responded to the challenge. One thing every driver needs is reliable road service when a vehicle breaks down. Sometimes AAA can service a car right at the sight by changing a tire, filling the gas tank, or charging a battery. But there are times when the automobile must be taken into the shop. That’s when the AAA Towing and Service vehicle has always been essential. In the ‘50s, the Sunset Gasoline service station’s Towing and Service truck was just such a vehicle. The station was part of the wide AAA network, and its truck came to the relief of motorrists with in its jurisdiction. After inspecting the problem and determining that the car must be towed, the mechanic used the powerful towing winch to bring the car back to the station where it was given the quality repair service that has always been a trademark of AAA. And now, the AAA Towing and Service vehicle 1955 Chevy 3100 is part of The Fabulous Fifties Road Service Collection. It has been crafted in die-cast metal by Matchbox Collectibles—“the Greatest Name in Die-Cast”

MATCHBOX YESTERYEAR No.YRS-02 – 1953 FORD F100 FLYING “A” TIRE SERVICE

A blowout is one of the most frightening occurrences that can happen on the open road because it usually comes without warning and makes the car difficult to handle. With hands firmly on the steering wheel, the driver must pull the wobbly automobile to the shoulder of the road, getting out to examine the damage to take care of this upsetting driving hazard was the Flying A Tire Service vehicle which was prepared for any type of tire repair. Fitted with a full rack of spare tires, an air tank with a pressure gauge, a  hydraulic jack and airhose, this service vehicle was capable of fixing or replacing tires, safely and quickly. At one time, the Flying A symbol a stylized winged A—was one of the most recognizable gas company logos. It was a symbol of quality and service and, for the traveler stranded on the side of a road, it was a sure sign that the car would soon be up and ready and cruising down the highway. And now the Flying ‘A’ Tire Service 1953 Ford F100 is part of The Fabulous Fifties Road Service Collection. It has been crafted in die-cast metal by Matchbox Collectibles—“the Greast Name in Die-Cast.”

EFE 1/76 ALEXANDER Y TYPE - SELNEC CHESHIRE

This clessic vehicle shape is this time released in the simple but attractive SELNEC livery. This particular vehicle carries the registration number VDB 959 and fleet number 959 working route 124 to Hazel Grove. We caught sight of a pre-production model. Shop here

LUXURY DIECAST 1/43 2009-2010 CHEVY SUBURBAN

The Chevy Suburban has been a long time running model for General Motors. Each year they come up with new upgrades and features. The Chevy Suburban has also been used as a Presidential escort vehicle. This replica has been carefully re-created in great detail by Luxury Diecast! It feautres opening front doors, detailed interior, rolling wheels, and the Suburban decals. It measures about 5.5" long x 1.75" wide x 1.75" tall and comes with a black display base and clear acrylic cover. Shop here

LUXURY DIECAST 1/43 2009 CADILLAC DTS OBAMA PRESIDENSIAL LIMO

This is THE BEAST! Own a piece of history! Our 2009 Cadillac DTS Presidential Limousine from Luxury Die Cast is carefully re-created in highly collectible 43rd scale die-cast. The model measures 6.5 inches long, 2.75 inches wide and 1.75 inches tall. Outstanding features include four articulated doors revealing authentic wood trim interior, rolling wheels and Presidential seals and flags. The rear of the car is detailed with Presidential license plate #44 and twin antennae. Complete with crystal covered presentation base for years of protected, proud display of your Luxury Die Cast collectible. Shop here

CORGI 1/50 BOWKER GUY INVINCIBLE

Guy Invincible Platform Lorry with Fruit Box Load & Shap Clock - W. H. Bowker Ltd. Started in 1919 with his first lorry initially to deliver for his own fruit and vegetable business . Demand for transport led Bowker to expand into general haulage. In 1989 the Company moved from his base at Blackburn up to Preston and operates a modern fleet of 150 trucks and 350 trailers specialising in international haulage. Shop here

EFE 1/76 BRISTOL VR III - WESTERN NATIONAL G.W.R.

The Lizard is the ultimate destination of this vehicle on route 527. It carries the registration number VDV 141S and fleet number 941 and carries a G.W.R. house advertisement on its side for this beautiful county, llustrated is a pre production sample. Shop here

SOLIDO 1/18 CITROEN 2CV CHARLESTON

Another great home grown classic model from this French manufacturer. The Citroen 2CV Charleston fully captures the look of this cult car and perhaps this model is helped by the fact that the doors are not intended to open, so the body lines are not interrupted. The model comes in grey. Independently sprung wheels act just like the real thing. The bonnet ribbing is very well done. The basic interior is well crafted. The flapped up windows look the part. Well worth the money. Shop here

CORGI 1/50 LAND ROVER 'CHIPPERFIELD'S CIRCUS'

The Chipperfield's Circus models has arrived, and a very pleasing addition it is too. It is the Land Rover as a public address vehicle to announce the arrival of the circus to town. Apart from the familiar red and blue colour scheme, and the provision of two loudspeakers, the model comes with two white metal clowns.

These figures will certainly make the display come to life, being delightful figures, carefully hand painted. Playing his familiar trumpet is a model representative of that famous 'musical' clown Charlie Cairoli, while about to drench anyone within reach with a bucket of water is a model representing one of the 'slapstick' greats, Professor Grimble. It is worth mentioning again that these figures are hand-painted, and look extremely effective. Shop here

LLEDO 1/76 LEYLAND 8-WHEEL PLATFORM LORRY-BRTISH RAIL

The prototype of this model, although actually a four-wheeler, surprisingly lasted long enough to carry the later yellow BR livery. Shop here

CORGI 1/50 LEYLAN OCTOPUS TANKER 'McKELVIE & CO.'

The Leyland Octopus tanker looks particularly splendid in the brown and red livery as used by McKelvie & Co Ltd for the transportation of bulk liquid. The livery has been extremely well applied, especially on the cab. Shop here

CORGI 1/50 MACK B SERIES PUMPER 'LAMPETER'

The Mack B Series Pumper is availabel in the colour scheme adopted by Lampeter, which is an all-over yellow. --Shop here

VITESSE 1/43 ASTON MARTIN DB5

Aston Martin DB5 Silver Birch 1/43 Diecast Model Car by Vitesse

The Vitesse is very pleasing car, namely the Aston Martin DB5 in Silver Brich. On the latter model, the paint finish is particularly good.

ERTL 1/18 1970 OLDSMOBILE CUTLASS SX DIECAST MODEL CAR

1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass SX Diecast Car Model 1/18 Die Cast Car Elite Edition by ERTL

The history of Oldsmobile was a rollercoaster ride that lasted for 107 years and then quietly ended in 2004 but their legacy lives on as diecast model cars. The Oldsmobile Cutlass became America's best seller in 1976 with a lot of popularity based on rave reviews about its Rocket V8 engine. They may be gone for good, but your diecast muscle car collection will keep it remembered forever.

The 1970 Cutlass came in seven body styles with this being a beautiful 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass SX Diecast Model. With GM tossing out the 400 cubic inch limit for intermediates and the 442 now coming standard with the larger 455 cubic inch Rocket V8 from the big Oldsmobiles and previously used in the 1968-69 Hurst/Olds, Olds discontinued the 400 engine entirely and also offered the 455 as an option in the Cutlass S models.