CastHeads Magazine Volume 6 Issue 5

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PARTNERS

Contributors: Scott Nadeau | Alberto Jorge Rodriguez | Patrick Pchalek | Nuning Suma | David Houston

• Creative Direction / Design Nigel J De Zilwa & Lance K Müller

LATEST RELEASES

NEW MODELS COMING UP AND AVAILABLE VERY SOON THROUGH OUR GLOBAL RESELLERS

BAPE® x Pop Race

POPRACE releases an extraordinary collaborative model to celebrate the 30th Anniversary of one of Japan's most iconic brands, BAPE®. This kaido racer pays homage to the Bōsōzoku subculture that puts an over-the-top spin on cars and motors-cycles. The model features the exemplary ABC Camo, slogans and the 30th Anniversary logo which will adorn other key pieces throughout the year. The opening parts lets you peek into the detailed engine and detailed rear boot. It comes in a clear acrylic case and opaque base that has the ABC Camo etched into it.

ASTON MARTIN VANTAGE GT3 EVA RT Production Model 02 with figure | 1:64 PR640035

ASTON MARTIN DBX Racing Green | 1:64 PR640016

992 STINGER GTR Carbon Edition | 1:64 PR640017

SKYLINE C210 KAIDO RACER Bōsōzoku Style - BAPE® 30th Anniversary Edition | 1:64 PR640009

Pop Race

Aston Martin Vantage GT3

EVA RT Production Model 02

This model is based on an actual race car that takes part in prestigious racing events across the world. The car was showcased at the recently held GT Show in Suzhou China to a vast audience.

The model was released exclusively at the event and is now making it's way to collectors across the world.

Scale 1:64 | Now Available

Pop Race Singer 964 with Wakeboards

The slew of Singers from Pop Race keeps growing and we don't complain. Each model, though based on the 964 is unique, and each has something that makes reach release a must have. From the pattern on the Mulholland to the luggage on the previous one, this model has a pair of interesting wakeboards along with it. A blue paint scheme rides on red-hubbed wheels. The golden sand and tropical beach makes a perfect backdrop for this model.

Scale 1:64 | Now Available

Pop Race Nissan Stagea - Pennzoil

We remember when the bright yellow liveried Nissan Skyline R34 hit the race circuit back in the 90s. The car was an instant icon not only because of the way it looked, but also because it won more than a few races in Japan with Eric Comas at the wheel. Slapping this livery on a station wagon would have been unheard of, but we are sure this looks amazing and if it was real, would've taken on the mighty Volvo 850s in touring races. The model comes with some pretty slick rubber-covered chrome wheels and not only that, the opening hood lets you peer into a pretty RB12 engine.

Scale 1:64 | Now Available

ROYAL ENTRY

Auto World announces a 1:18 fit for a king

The Pontiac® Grand Prix™ entered its second generation with an all-new redesign for 1969. This “muscle-yacht” was a purpose-built car as envisioned by John Deloreon, the general manager of GM’s Pontiac Motor Division at the time. Deloreon wanted to capture the entire experience of old luxury marques like Duesenberg, Cadillac®, and Packard of the 1930s. Monikers like J and SJ, properly befit the Grand Prix name. Royal Pontiac, of Royal Oak, MI was already well known in the domain of Pontiac performance. The Grand Prix was no exception, despite its massive size. Royal optioned these 4000lb cars with the 428 H.O. 4bbl engine rated at 390hp. It was a formidable machine on the street, but didn’t look the part. Many “muscle” cars that dared to challenge were only viewed in the Grand Prix’s rear view. Inspired by the Hurst SSJ Grand Prix models, this Royal Bobcat is painted in factory-matched Firefrost Gold and Cameo White.

1:18 SCALE OVER 10“ LONG

‘69 Pontiac Grand Prix (Royal Bobcat) #AMM1316 (Due Sept)

Johnny Lightning Pop Culture 2023 Release 3 Version A

Fans of classic Pop Culture tends to relive those nostalgic moments through things that remind them of that time in their lives. But this is truly an eclectic mix of movies, TV, car culture, NASCAR legends and just vintage cars.

The collection has The Monkeemobile, the police car from the seminal movie Blues Brothers and stock car racing legend Richard "The King" Petty's Plymouth Road Runner.

Some of the others include a Rat Fink rod, vintage Camaro and one 1940 Ford Sedan delivery vehicle with Morton branding which is really out there. Great mix, but some of them may be favored over others.

JLPC013 | Scale 1:64 | Available Now

AutoWorld American Muscle 1969 Dodge Charger Daytona

Undoubtedly one of the most iconic cars to hit dirt and track, the Dodge Charger Daytona was built as an homologation car so that it's race variants could take part in NASCAR. With 505 units built for road, this shark-nosed and big-winged super=charged car flew into the hearts and minds of car lovers everywhere.

Auto World presents the model in sleek glossy black, white stripe and wing with blacked our wheels and snow white interior. Opening hood gets you close to that shiny 425 HEMI.

AMM1310 | Scale 1:18 | Status: Coming soon

GT Spirit Dodge Charger Super Bee

The legendary Dodge Charger Super Bee comes to an end with the Last Call Editions for 2023. Only 500 of these Scat Pack Widebody models will be made in the real world but you can get your hands on this 1:18 models from GT Spirit. It comes in the iconic Plum Crazy with white decals on the hood and rear side panels. We just love how it looks and is going to be a crazy addition to the Dodge collection from GT Spirit.

GT895 | Scale 1:18 Status: Coming Soon

Otto Mobile Nissan Patrol GR Y61

We are already drooling for this version of the Nissan Patrol from Otto Mobile. It is also known as the Nissan Armada in the US, Safari in Japan and also the basis for the Infiniti QX80. The fifth gen Patrol came into being in the mid- to late nineties.

Otto releases the pre-facelift GR (Grand Raid) model in its two tone, dark green and champagne exterior, sun roof and hood intake. We can't wait to get our hands on this particular model.

OT433 | Scale 1:18 | Coming Soon

Solido Volkswagen Beetle 1303 Black Custom

Another outstanding release of the VW Beetle from Solido and this time it features the unmistakable black and yellow Mooneyes livery with the GO! with Moon logos and blacked out wheels. It's a sweet as can be model.

S1800519 | Scale 1:18 | Coming Soon

Majorette Premium Cars

Audi RS e-tron GT

The motorcar world is going electric and the diecast world is catching up with some sweet releases of those making a mark. Majorette releases the sharp looking GT version of the Audi e-tron that wears the famed RS badge. Decked out in that look-at-me red, faux panoramic roof line and blacked-out grille. Majorette's attention to real world detail sets it apart from the other brands by leaps and bounds. Oh yes, opening front doors on this 4-door sedan

Scale: 1:63 | Available

Jada Toys Chester Cheetah & 1985 Chevrolet Camaro Z28

Here's a model that shows love to a favorite snack and the mascot that really puts a smile on our faces. Its Chester, the Cheetah that makes us want more and more cheetos in our lives. Paired with a spotted 85 Camaro, makes for a great pair on your shelf right next to those air filled bags of goodness.

Scale: 1:24 | Coming Soon

LB-Works Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat

Wataru-san takes one of America's most famous modern muscle cars and elevates it to the next level by giving it the Libery Walk make over. The monochrome look really works with the black fender flares and wheels set off against the pristine white bodywork. Tarmac Works adds its own touch and launches it as part of its ongoing Lamley Group collaboration. The model is a great addition to the growing collection, and is also makes it a complete new tooling in the TW arsenal.

TARMAC WORKS RELEASES

Catch up on the hottest, fully licensed models to come out of Tarmac Works. Check out these and other upcoming releases for 2023 on their web-store www.tarmacworks.com and through the global network of authorized dealers.

T64G-TL039-WH

Another addition to the growing Tarmac Works x Lamley Group collection, this model puts LB-Works take on a pure modern American muscle car into a highly detailed miniature version

LAMLEY SPECIAL EDITION

T64G-023-HKS

The cars was purpose built for the 2004 D1GP season by HKS to dominate the drifting circuit. Featuring the popping red/yellow HKS and Genki livery, the model of this car sure to be a great addition to any collection.

OFFICIAL COLLABORATION & LICENSED BY HKS

T64G-045-RE

Willy Koenig's tuning house really dialed the attitude to the already beastly SL500 to 200 with their wide body panels, insane looking stances and wheels that really stood out.

T64-TL054-BCF

A stunning reworking of the 993 911 coupe by the masters at Gunther Werks, changes this to a modern piece of art by covering it in black carbon fiber with blue accents. WITH SPECIAL BOX PACKAGING

T64-072-21DTM23

Starting the race on ninth place, saw the English Thai driver cruise to a hard fought win at the 2021 DTM race 2 in Nürburgring. The Ferrari features a captivating mostly monochrome livery of the Alpha Tauri team.

T64-075-95LM34

The Pilot Aldix Racing Ferrari F40 LM featured two French and one Spanish drivers in the 1995 run of the 24 hours of Le Mans. This blue and white liveried model sure looked good on the track and as a highly detailed miniature model.

BRE Datsun 510

Trans-Am 2.5 Championship 1972 #68 Peter Gregg

T64-052-BRE868

Driven by one of the stand out drivers during the golden age of Trans Am racing, this blue and white Datsun 510 by BRE DATSUN saw it clinch fifth place in the under 2.5l class of the season. Did amazingly well in the Mid-Ohio, Watkins Glen and Riverside races.

OFFICIAL COLLABORATION WITH BRE

T64-005-GDY

The growth of e-racing has been phenomenal and Tarmac Works has been a staunch supporter of this online sport. Another livery comes to light for the Trust E-Racing team and sports the GReddy brand.

OFFICIAL COLLABORATION & LICENSED BY GREDDY

Thomas Lindström

T64-050-86ETC01

The 12th round of the European Touring Car Championship was held in Belgium in 1986 and the team of Johnny Cecotto and Thomas Lindstrom dominated for 107 laps and a distance of 448.75km before capturing the chequered flag as the #1 car.

T64-058-88TDC08

The official Ford Motor Co Europe team took the podium of the French leg of the WRC. This Sierra RS driven by the six-time winner Didier Auriol and Bernard Occelli went on to a comfortable win.

Lancia Delta HF

Integrale Giallo Ginestra

T64R-TL049-GG

The model features a unique yellow that adorned only 220 Evo II versions of this amazing car. These models were destined for the Japanese market, The model looks outstanding in this color and the detail it is presented in.

T64P-TL002-83SAN18

The always difficult Rallye Sanremo saw the Italian duo driving for a privateer team sprint to the finish in the top ten by coming it at number five. Tarmac Works presents the night version with the extra add fog lamps.

T64S-003-MA

Martini birthed one of the most iconic liveries which adorned many Porsche model throughout its historical relationship of racing. The model has been seen around many nostalgic racing events.

OFFICIAL COLLABORATION WITH SCHUCO

T64S-003-YL

The road version of the car made for the European PRO GT and American Supercar Series, this stunning example is decked out in Speed Yellow with some outstanding details like two-tone wheels.

OFFICIAL COLLABORATION WITH SCHUCO

T64MC-006-RD

An homage model made from the latest 935 to the original racing cars from the 70s, this model had only 3 made in this livery out of the total 77 cars. Features the distinct red/ white colors of the Austrian team.

OFFICIAL COLLABORATION WITH MINICHAMPS

LB-WORKS Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat - White

Mercedes-Benz SL 500 Koenig Specials Red

Nissan GT-R R35 TRUST e-Racing

Porsche 911 RSR 3.8 Yellow

Porsche 935/19 Salzburg

Porsche 911 RSR Martini Racing

993 Remastered By Gunther Werks Black Carbon Fiber

Ferrari 488 GT3 DTM 2021 Nürburgring #23 Race 2 Winner Alex Albon

Ferrari F40 LM 24h of Le Mans 1995 #34 M. Ferté / O. Thévenin / C. Palau

Ford Sierra RS Cosworth Tour de Corse Rallye de France 1988 #8 Winner Didier Auriol / Bernard Occelli

Volvo 240 Turbo ETCC Zolder 1986 #1 Winner Johnny Cecotto /

HKS Hyper Silvia RS-2

Lancia 037 Rally

Rallye Sanremo 1983 #18

M. Biasion / T. Siviero

Most models shown are either officially licensed or their licenses are pending. CastHeads Media and/or its partners do not accept responsibility of the legal status of any model shown or depicted in the magazine and lies solely the responsibility of the manufacturer.

DIECASTING COUCH

HOT NEWS

Greenlight Collectibles

Showroom Floor Series 3

Greenlight Collectible is back in CastHeads Magazine and we are excited! To (re)kick off things, we decided to showcase one of its newer lines called the Showroom Floor Series. Featuring a line of newer models from 2022-2023. Dedicated to the latest offerings from American car makers, it made up of models from Ford, Chevrolet and FCA. What do you think? Looking forward to getting your hands on them?

Scale 1:68 | Status: Coming Soon

Most models shown are either officially licensed or their licenses are pending. CastHeads Media and/or its partners do not accept responsibility of the legal status of any model shown or depicted in the magazine and lies solely the responsibility of the manufacturer.

2023 Ford Bronco 2-Door Heritage Edition Yellowstone Metallic with Oxford White Roof

2022 RAM 2500 Laramie 4X4 Flame Red Clearcoat

2023 Chevrolet Tahoe RST Silver Sage Metallic

2023 JEEP Gladiator High Velocity

2023 Ford Bronco Sport Heritage Limited Edition Robin's Egg Blue with Oxford White Roof

Ford Mustang Mach-E Premium Grabber Blue Metallic

MINIGT 1:64 #531

Nissan GT-R Top Secret

Bayside Blue

This Nissan Skyline GT-R R34 is a model that is tuned and styled by Kazuhiko "Smokey" Nagata's tuner house. Top Secret. The carbon fiber parts, coupled with other bits add to a certain style that is perfectly captured by MINIGT. This is the Bayside Blue version with gold alloy wheels. Looks stunning in all versions. Grab yours today from their global dealers

MINIGT 1:64 #552

Lamborghini Huracan GT3 EVO #19

2020 IMSA Daytona 24Hrs GEAR Racing

A stunning model covered in loud pop art-inspired livery, this model was raced by the all-female led GEAR Racing, part of the GRT Grasser Team. GEAR stands for Girl Empowerment Around Racing, and the team has a collection of racing winning drivers in its collective. This model debuted at the 2020 IMSA and MINIGT has done a really good job of making the scale version of it.

Nissan Silvia Top Secret

MINIGT 1:64 #545 Silver

Another one of Kazuhiko "Smokey" Nagata's masterpieces. The Silvia was built for the D1GP circuit This silver Silvia boasts a blacked out carbon fiber hood, two-tone wheels and looks ready for street battle. The model is how shipping.

RALLY RALLY THEN

The Rallye Automobile de MonteCarlo 1992 took place roughly 31 years ago and was always considered one of the tough, but scenic rallies in the world. Since its beginning in 1911, the rally continued to be a showcase Monaco as a tourist destination and one of must-be destinations of auto racing. The landscape of Monaco has seen the likes of Turcat-Méry coupes, Graham-Paige 619s to Ford Zephyrs to the most lauded and applauded cars found on roads and memories today. To this fray of the ages, entered Lancia, who from the inception of their participation started dominating the rally. From the Stratos to the purpose-built Rally 037. Starting in the mid-80s, they started fielding the bonkers Delta, first with the S4, then

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the HF (which we all know stands for High Fidelity) S4/4WD, The Integrale 16 and finally the HF Integrale in 1992. Which brings us to the model displayed in this article.

The MINIGT model is the 1992 rally winning #4 in the iconic Martini Racing livery, driven by that enigmatic French duo Didier Auriol and Bernard Occelli. The duo had been driving Lancia's since 1989 and making podiums in this rally. Being placed number 2 in 1989, winning in 1990, number 2 in 1991 and then winning again in 1992. MINIGT will also be making a limited-to-5000 4-car box set with both the clean and dusty version of the #4 car, plus the #1 and #11 models.

Words and pics by Lance Muller

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RALLY NOW

Fast forward almost 30 years and we have a completely different machine dominating the same rally. Driven by the outstanding French-duo (Deja vu?) Sebastien Loeb and Issabelle

Galmiche for M-Sport Ford WRT, the purpose-built Ford Puma Rally1 #19 covered in that distinct Red Bull livery with a forward charging bull. Built on the Ford Puma Crossover, this European Ford has so far won the 2022 Monte Carlo Rally and came second in the 2023 Swedish Rally. Any rally car model collector will tell you that these aren't merely models, they are reminders of their favourite drivers, events and those amazing scenes of pitting man and machine against the best nature can throw at them. Rallying will always be

the top of the heap for me when it comes to racing as opposed to going round and round on tarmac. Not to say that other racing isn't as exciting, but the thought of going down road and terrain that might turn on you at any moment really gets the adrenalin pumping. I for one, can't wait to see more rally cars from MINIGT. FORD

PUMA RALLY 1 #19

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EVERYBODY HAS DIFFERENT MEMORIES OF THE HEADY DAYS OF THE 90S.

90s 90s

Everybody has different memories of the heady days of the 90s. The millennials were just entering their childhood, fuelled by all the digital comforts, the Generation Xers were becoming young adults, straddling the world between the analogue 80s and the new digital millennium. Automobiles started coming back from the 80s oil crisis slump and new technology helping them become cleaner and meaner. We started seeing V6s and V8s coming out, more turbocharged goodness hitting road and track. To commemorate this time, Majorette has decided to release their 90s YOUNGSTER Giftpack having not one, not two, not even three, but four NEW CASTINGS in the 5-car boxset. Two Americans, two Europeans and an JDM complete the pack.

First up is the Mercedes Benz 190E 2.5 16v Evolution II in all glorious glossy black with silver 6-spoke 120Y Style 3 wheels and barely any decoration. WHICH IS AS THE SUPREME DEITY INTENDED for this model to be made. Properly done grille, plastic heads and properly painted rear lights make this model skim the line between mass-market toy and prized collectible. We think that Majorette should never release this colour in the single blister pack, or ever again and make this model coveted among collectors. But that would be selfish of us. Every collector and fan deserve to own this Merc.

CHEVROLET CORVETTE C4 COUPE ONE64

Two new Chevrolet models join Majorette line up this season. First up is the 4th generation Corvette

(C4) Coupe in bright Competition

Yellow with black accents. This sleek model has proper 90s American muscle car written all over it. This is based off the ZR-1 and is the highlight of the 4th gen model. Black wheels and black interior perfectly complement this model. The opening hood lets you peek into an engine bay and opens endless possibilities for customizing.

NISSAN CEFIRO A31

The only Japanese model in the lineup is the Nissan Cefiro A31, and it shared its platform with other iconic models like the Skyline R32, Leopard F31 and the Laurel C33. A performance sedan, it came with 4 doors and so much sass. The Majorette version has been around since 2021 but as a limited premium model. First offering at as the car that is driven by the Majorette-sponsored Thai drifting queen, Christy Louis. This time it's a white model with an opening black hood blacked out plastic headlights, and smoky windows rolling on the new 120Z Style 1 wheels you see on Majorette Japanese cars.

CHEVROLET CORVETTE C4 ZR-1

The second Corvette to join the pack, it's still a C4 ZR-1 but this time it's a convertible version. The glossy red model features a darker red interior and lacks any gaudy tampos. Its clean-ness adds to the appeal of the model. This is one of the few convertible models that feature opening parts that we have noticed in the Majorette models, and we are hoping it's a trend that would continue.

RENAULT CLIO 16S

Last, but certainly one of the shining stars of the set is the Renault Clio 16S (S stands for 'soupapes' the French word for valves). Built as a hot hatch and a successor to the Renault 5 GT Turbo, this wider, lighter, faster car made quite an impression all around. Its offset air intake, wider front wings, and lower stance made it a darling of the racing and car enthusiast crowd. It also won European Car of The Year in 1990. The Majorette model debuts in Phase 2 guise and what seems to pay homage to the William Renault version in Monaco Blue and gold multi-spoke 110N Style 2 wheels.

MAJORETTEMAKESITSLAP WITHTHISSET. ANDIFYOUWANTAHARDAF90SCAR CULTURENOSTALGIATRIP,THISISA BOXTHATYOUNEEDTOADDASAFP.

We pick up some classic AMERICAN MUSCLE in the most unlikliest of places.

FEAST YOUR EYES ON RELEASE OF THE 1967 MUSTANG GT

Feast your eyes on release of the 1967 Mustang GT that we managed to get our hands at the recently concluded GT Show in China. This licensed model is from their Vintage Cars series (#46) and comes in a nice little box, a white one and not a black one. Painted in a sparkly Dark Moss Green, the model is quite a delight to behold. With silver stripes running down the side, a chrome front and rear bumper set complete the colour scheme of the model.

The wheels are plastic, very much like 60% of the model. The only diecast being the body. There are no details to speak of, except the body panels and the silhouette is quite nice. After all, this is a toy through and through. Head, or taillights, remain unpainted, without and other decoration whatsoever. This makes for a great blank for customizers who really want to put some detail to a car that is a little bigger than the usual 1:64. But many brands don't want to fit into the pure 1:64 scale, if they can make it slightly bigger, why not.

The highlight of the model is of course the paint work. The shimmering paint is glossy and looks amazing for a toy car. It does sit well with other models in the lineup, and isn't too far from being a collectible, vis-a-vis a Hot Wheel without the overthe-top drama that sometimes accompany those models.

It's a toy. I cannot stress that enough before you go start looking at it and comparing it to more detailed models out there. But its decent looking and would fit in the stable of an American Muscle collector quite well.

THE HIGHLIGHT OF THE MODEL IS OF COURSE THE PAINT WORK.

Releases the Ford Raptor

The original Ford F150 Raptor has been a staple of the Majorette line since its debut in 2015. The model had an opening hood, painted headlights and pretty much nothing else. It was based on the SVT SuperCab version, which was two-door but with an elongated cab that seats 4. It first arrived in white, but without any RAPTOR markings. The front and rear bumpers were moulded into the body, but the two hook was part of the base. The first model with any RAPTOR markings came about in 2018 with a yellow and black version. Lifted versions debuted in the 2021 Tune Ups series and the last one to come out of that version was in the recently released RACE TRAILER series for Ford Performance.

We are presented with a brand-new version for 2023. The new version features an updated facia with plastic headlights, bumpers, two hook and wheel wells moulded into the base. Even the rear brake lights have the reverse lights painted on, so it looks close to the original as possible. This mode is based on the 4 door and has the front doors opening. Even the 13P wheels look fresh on this model. So, when we got the model, we decided to take it outdoor, just where this model would feel home in. Yes, it's more at home in the wide-open spaces of the American heartland, but we think this should be taken to the tropical jungles of Borneo and experience an adventure like no other. We are also looking forward to this model being covered in a very special livery for 2024 (hint hint) and being released then.

ITS GREAT TO SEE A MODEL CAR MAKER DECIDING TO UPDATE A MODEL WITHOUT USING IT FOREVER AND EVER

A VW POP ICON A VW POP ICON

THESE WERE THE RAGE IN THE 80’s and 90’s ONE OF THE DEFINING CARS OF THE TUNER ERA.

KNOWN FOR IT’S FAST ENGINE, TINY RIGID BODY AND TONS OF SPACE.

THE SUCCESS STORY OF THE GOLF IS A TYPICAL ONE OF VOLKS WAGEN.

AFTER THE BEETLE THE GOLf IS PROBABLY ONE OF THEIR MOST FAMOUS LINES.

Make it small, make it fast, make it easy to fix and make it reliable.

To date one of the most recommended cars in the second-hand market if you want to own a fully working modern classic with parts to spare. VW certainly had a handle on what car would fit the young generation at the time and developed what many would call a proper banger. Just a pair of gold BBS rims was enough to turn this simple youth mover into a formidable street racer and honestly that’s where it all began. Fast forward to decades later and these modern classics has gone through so many cosmetic changes, that’s its hard to come by a stock model in good nick.

Fortunately for 1/64 punters such as ourselves, life is so much easier when it comes to collecting cars, especially the pop icons that live on forever in our hearts. POP RACE has presented us with the equivalent of a nice beef stew on a frigid icy morning. This is comfort food. A casting that makes me feel all warm inside reminding of my youthful days and dreams of one day owning one of these not knowing that my love and taste for cars will constantly change over the years. Yes, times change, dreams change and cars get outdated become even more unaffordable in some cases. I doubt I will ever have one of these in my garage but I certainly don’t mind what POP RACE has done and love having this on my desk.

Brilliant red casting nicely lowered or dropped so that the wheels fit into the wide body with shaming the casting creators amongst the hardcore collectors who will whip out calliper rulers to measure the gaps. This one, sits nice and plush.

And talking about the wheels this car sits on, those BBS styled rims and the depth are pretty incredible considering how these parts have been machined and still able to roll. Takes me back to fondly remembering the ground clearance on the Yaris that they did a few months ago.

The VW GOLF MKII GT

is a modern classic and here is no doubt about it. It fits all the bills to attain that title and continues to excite young drivers who are at the start of their driving lives. Which brings things great casting into the hands of thousands who will have fond memories of their GOLF. Good call from POP RACE for doing this.

FAST& FURIOUS FAST& FURIOUS

POP RACE is not sparing any time in giving the masses what they want. HONDA fan boys have been waiting for their FL5’s ever since its announcement in June 2022.

THE BIG QUESTION ON EVERYONE’S MIND IS, CAN THIS FIT UNDER A TRAILER FOR A HEIST

POPRACE

ON A SERIOUS NOT THOUgh,

these are the sort of models that are going to make collectors sit up and pay attention. So far POP RACE has been wielding some reasonable prices for what is looking like some exceedingly good models with new features like opening parts.

What is going on?!?!

It is getting crazy with the amount of choice that POP RACE is dropping, and they are killing it. It’s also great to know that POP RACE has progressed into making sure customers know that their product is legit. A bit like those coffee jars that come with a ‘sustainably sourced’ on the packet POP RACE has got the license tags on their newer packaging which means they now get widen their market and offer licensed product to the collectors.

And you know no one is getting shortchanged along the line.

Pop race has dropped two variations in Red and White both with the TYPE-R badging that is both visible and clear in terms of detail. In fact, no one can complain about the detail of these two models in any way and they both have very good paint jobs.

Both of these cars will make a great addition to your HONDA CIVIC collection for sure. These are certainly on the level in terms of details, specially up against old school brands like TOMICA’s TLVN series which has similar details to the car created by POP Race at half the price.

One thing is for sure with entrants like POP RACE into the market we now have two wars that will benefituscollectors,pricewarsandlicensewars. HONDA CIVIC TYPE-R (FL5)

MULLHOLLAND WAY WAY WAY MULLHOLLAND MULLHOLLAND the the the

SINGER

POPRACE

WE HAV BEEN WAITING A LONG TIE FOR THIS RELEASE. THIS IS A RE-

FROM SINGER AND IT’S A STUNNER.

With a long list of SINGER Porsches under their belt POP RACE delivers a cracker surprise. So far the models have all been mono chromatic colours and plain racing stripe variations but this, this they knocked out of the park with the choice. And the reproduction to be fair is spectacular.

A bit of background story about the actual car. SINGER Vehicle Design not only reimagine Porsches they also have special programme which gives a very few chosen ones to have a completely bespoke ride, as if having a SINGER wasn’t bougie enough. This is one of those bespoke rides called the Mullholland Commission. It features a stunning artwork of the topographic terrain of the famous Mulholland Drive backed by the stunning paint colour ‘Blue Blood’. The car certainly stands out like a royal amongst peasants.

IMAGINED PORSCHE

Now POP Race releases their 1/64 version, and it as looks as lovely as the real thing. First of all, the BLUE BLOOD PAINT work is stunning on the car matching those nice wide lines the wrap around the wheel arches. Then we have that gorgeous map which hasn’t lost any detail superimposed on that stunning paint job.

The model has gotten the various additions made to the car concerning the clients wishes to have a car capable of mountain driving. This includes a permanently raised wing for those windy corners, widened rally wheels and of course the rally styled headlights in the front. All SINGER styled additions, and all replicated by POP Race in well executed 1/64 model.

Not really an official title like the more famous ‘pseudonyms PORSCHE race cars have endured over the years but a title that really fits the bill somehow.

By the 1980’s PORSCHE ruled LeMans there were so many teams fielding PORSCHE’S one could almost rename the race PORSCHE Le Mans. The were fast, reliable, and manageable to the point that if PORSCHE did F1 today there would be a lot of worried race directors.

The Sponsor

One of the teams that really pushed PORSCHE entries AND were responsible for some Porsche’s insane iconic liveries at LeMans and other endurance races was Kremer Racing. Kremer Racing secured many brands for their race cars from Jägermeister to APPLE Computers and had a handy stable of Porsche LeMans ready machines. The main sponsor for this particular car is a Japanese Fashion Brand for Women launched in the 70’s called

La Moda Itariya GOJI. Itariya was repped on the car written in KANJI script. The Japanese text associated with the word Garage is ‘Garage Itariya’ which was an offshoot company that imported Italian exotics into Japan. Both companies are still in operation to this day.

The Car

Porsche 935 K3 in its own right was a winning beast has many wins under its originating from the 935 line which was one of Porsche’s winning series of cars after the success of the 917 series. Unfortunately, this particular machine did not complete its LeMans run due to engine failure.

The Driver

Of course, there were three drivers but the most interesting was Japanese driver Tetsu Ikuzawa who was somewhat a prince of Japanese motorsport and quite heavily into fashion. He was no stranger to having a heavy foot and setting records being the first driver to lap FUJI Speedway a 6km circuit in under 2 minutes in a Porsche 906.

The Model

Another brilliant LeMans piece in 1/64 for those of you who have been hungering for such cars in this scale. Tarmac Works has carved out their speciality and are dropping some really righteous race machines of yesteryear. And, when you compare the model car to images of the real thing you will definitely be pleased because our guys don’t mess, whatever you have heard in the past it has never been about TW getting the details wrong.

As for the title:

Well, with it’s close ties with fashion and fame it stands to reason that this 935 should have its own pseudonym. Pink Princess

CLUB ITALIA

ITALIAN GT CHAMPION

F40 FERRARI

It is the rarest version of all the F40’s evet made. From the F40 GTE which we all know and love to the bespoke Competizione version built for the ultra-rich Ferrari owning cats who would not be caught dead in a normal super rich person’s F40. The GT model remains the rarest with only 07 known models ever purpose built for racing before the LM came around and shook the tree.

tuned and modified by Giuliano Michelotto

the GT version had an uprated engine larger BREMBO brakes that were later used in the LM version as well as larger cooling ducts, lighter carbon fibre, uni-ball rose jointed suspension, wishbones and anti-roll bars that were later grafted onto the LM version. All these upgrades sitting on CSAI-GT wheels. This F40 with chassis 85690 was ready to race taking part in 27 events between 1992 – 1994 winning two and taking podium for 7 races.

as usual Tarmac Works filling a gap in our lives, we never knew existed with amazing competition leading FERRARI’s in great detail. So far, we have had quite the dose of releases in the 458 and 488 GT3 and GTE race series but this is a brand-new tooling and now we have an F40 to add to the mix. We, love it! We have always been excited at the new releases TARMAC WORKS has consistently been surprising their fans with and this is another great piece for the collection.

For some the slightly offside rear FERARRI badge would be a deal breaker and of course we understand that and so does Tarmac Works who are always on hand to address any issues collectors may have with their model. We are however more forgiving and don’t mind it too much because everything else is in the right place what we would call a faithful replication of the details right down to a fairly detailed engine as far as one can see through the rear Perspex canopy.

AUTOWORLD

THROWS IT'S FULL MUSCLE AT US!

DODGE VIPER SRT

ONE64

Lovely casting!

The first words uttered as soon as we released this from its plastic cage and laid it out for a shoot. I personally am a huge fan of the Dodge Viper from its inception to the final rumble of the last viper to leave the assembly line. I have seen and examined many casting in 1/64 and I have a healthy enough collection to tell you that this is a definite must have.

No doubt! And there are a couple of things that make Johnny Lightening so freeking awesome. They are all limited to a certain number, this series is limited to 8956 cars per model. And all the cars are painted in the original factory colour codes which means this Viper in ‘Billet Grey’ will match the actual factory painted 1:1 scale car.

JOHNNY LIGHTNING

This is also a new casting of the 2014 VIPER released in 2022, which joins a long line of previously released VIPERS from various generations and of course tuned variations that fill up JL’s VIPER expansive catalogue. However, this one may be the fairest out of all of them. The body casting is perfect and proportionate. And, even though the lights are tampo’s there is no miss on any of the cars we have checked out, so the lights look really good as well. If I was to rate this car out of 10 against all the other 1/64 Vipers out in the market right now, I would give this a solid 9.5.

This car is from the era of strange American cars. It was a time when the auto manufacturing world was facing oil crisis’, emission regulations, economic depressions and the auto world was trying very hard to come to grips with what the world in general was becoming. This left the market open to some very experimental ideas and designs and a few innovations along the way. Some of them led to great things in the field of automotive history and some of them led to great fiery balls of death. The X11 was known to have moments of the latter due to some strange experimental design which involved the rear brakes locking up.

But other than its killer tendencies it wasn’t a quick car either, even though it won two SSB National Championships in 1982 and 1984 (HUH!?!?!?). But the car had character and was related to another car that had a cult following and was popular for catching fire, yes that’s right the CITATION is the FIERO’S cousin. At CastHeads we call them

Limited and looking very bright in yellow, this is another great piece from JL in terms of casting details and this one comes with opening parts, an opening bonnet and engine inside. A car remembered for all the wrong reasons but yet an important marker in American Automotive Evolution.

‘Crash And Burn’.

A true classic from the 70’s

and a car I was fortunate to experience growing up. The last of the opulent American cars that needed behemoth engines to move them around at great speed in great contrast to your modern mini-Kei type cars that zip around town. It’s the 70’s baby and Pontiac is already racking up the numbers about to cement themselves and the PONTIAC name firmly into the Automotive history books. The Grand Prix Line itself lasted almost a decade with various trims available.

There is no doubt this car is a classic and quite rightly so makes it into JL’s Classic Gold list and it certainly is a whopper in terms of collectability. Every aspect of this model oozes so much class, that you won’t care that a lot of the exterior parts are painted on, like the lights and door handles for example. But the body paint which is Bluestone Gray Poly (factory palette) is stunning and gorgeously contrasted with that white 70’s roof and of course those retro cool wheel details.

JOHNNY LIGHTNING

The casting variation in Set A is just as gorgeous in a stunning Caramel coloured option. Opening parts and with Johnny Lightening they really prefer sticking to the bonnet as the opening part with an engine done within production costs inside.

Sidenote:

The artwork on the card is the original art work done for the marketing campaign in 1971

If you like Shelby GT500 Mustangs you are in luck, because there is absolutely no short supply of this car in any scale or brand that you cannot find. And all of them are awesome in their own way. Auto World brings their contribution to the Mustang party with a thunder.

A MIGHTY THUNDER!

Even the name of the paint is a force of nature ‘Twister Orange’ not to be trifled with. Most 1/64 scale cars would have trouble going toe to toe with this in terms of details AAAAAAAAAAAANNNNNDDDDD I’m including some of the higher priced more detailed versions.

CHARLATAN!!!!!! I can hear the comments in readers heads but hear me out. Perfectly good casting with flawless paint, tampos and clear coat giving the orange a lovely popping shine.

Carbon fibre print on the rear spoiler. Rolling rubber wheels. Metal chassis with chassis parts engraved right up to the silencers, single mould. Opening engine lid with a multipart engine also painted in different colours to give the parts more realism. Actual 1/64 scale. Limited Edition. We are not saying you drop all your other choices of Mustang. Of course not, that’s crazy. We are just you need to add this to your basket right now.

DODGE CHALLENGER SRT

I cannot lie, I am a sucker for

AutoWorld

Challengers,

and this series has two stunning cars in both versions. Version B has a black version which we will drop on video but for the magazine I wanted to go with this because that colour is just absolutely stunning. Known as Sinamon Stick this colour is going to have you drooling and, it pairs very well with the matt black that has been added on to the top. Perfect paint coat, perfect clear coat and of course as a collector I appreciate the little details that have not been overlooked.

Like the ‘SRT’ LOGO at the back on the rear aero wing or more like duck tail spoiler. Or the SPRSTOK license plate. Little details that add specialness to these models even if they do not possess the finesse of other premium models that use plastic lights for example. It doesn’t matter that the lights are painted on because they have done such a great job on the tampo press.

AUTOWORLD

Autoworld has pretty much done every single version of the Dodge Challenger, and this just adds to that nice long list. If you don’t already have a collection of Challengers from AW you need to start building it now starting with this perfect piece.

I’m sorry we usually don’t compare however, when you see a GULF Corvette your mind goes straight to Hotwheels. Well, for us the hotwheels is a hard pass in comparison to this. Apart from all the glorious extras you automatically get with AW cars, I personally feel they do the GULF livery colours on 1/64 better than their close competition.

One of the biggest protagonists in the GULF colour scheme is the light blue and if the right ‘light’ is not achieved it makes the orange look a little insipid. Take a look at all the GULF cars from Hotwheels.

Auto World instead have achieved a nice deep light blue that better represents the brand colors and it is really wonderful watching this baby streak across the desk in the famous livery a lot of us collectors really like to get our hands on.

BERNIES V8'S

As an extension of our ethos which is the Art & Soul of collecting and because we now have a pair of feet planted firmly into the soil of one of the Mecca’s of Motorsport and Automotive history in the world, we can now bring you the sights and sounds of Brands Hatch and all the wonderful Events that take place there through the year.

This particular event is calledBernies

V8’s

where populace like myself get to unhealthily breathe in the petrol fumes and carbon Monoxide unrestricted by ULEZ restrictions, heavenly. It was a performance of V8 powered cars from around the world. As automatic as a Pontiac Grand Prix gearbox we think American when V8 is mentioned but this was a plethora of FERRARI’s, PORSCHES and even certain MERCEDES’ that carried the V8 badge all shouting aggressively at each other with their minders sitting in the cock pit nursing heavy right feet.

In terms of atmosphere, it was a lovely Saturday with a large but not over the top of car enthusiasts who had turned up for a day of motoring fun. Essentially the series isn’t so much of a show and tell as much as it is a series of race events where PRO and AM drivers are able to pit their hobby machines against each other or just having a good gas on the track. For some it was a day of testing their machines and times on the track or just honing their racing skills. One of the interesting things I saw was a young lady moving from her wheelchair into the driver’s seat of a competing PORSCHE Cayman S. I made note of the name stickered on the back and with further research I found out that Nathalie McGloin is the only female tetraplegic driver in the world and was the first woman to earn her racing license in the UK with spinal injury. I felt honoured to have seen in person and then find out about her racing achievements despite the heavy challenges she has had to face. nathalie

PIC

Simple and elegant

PIC 3: No track is complete without a bit of ADVAN Livery from DarkSide

Development

Pic 4: A PORSCHE that looks like Elton John

Pic 5: A long way from across the pond a good ol’ Mustang Pic 6: A nice tall order of Martini Porsche’s, yes please.

1 & 2: Porsche 911 RestoMod.

PIC 1: Uncommon PORSCHE 928 GTS it seems Martini is the crown favourite livery for PORSCHE

PIC2: Camaro SS anyone?

PIC 3: Grown ups having fun day!

PIC 4: A NASCAR at BANDS HATCH!?!?! We’re in the twilight zone now Dorothy

PIC 5: Blinded by the Stinging Rays reflected off the Corvette

Events like this are important reminder as to why we love model cars and for some of us of…actually I would venture to say most of us the hobby does play a huge part of lives and seeing these actual cars in action fuel the fire to add more racks and get that family discount from every furniture company you can in the search for more display storage for that unstoppable tsunami of motor vehicular madness we call collecting.

BERNIES V8'S

In a world full of oversized race kits and tuning body kits and while the younger collectors hit pre-order on every LBWK model available online more eclectic collectors search for cars with more of a history and back story. Concept cars, from the past, service cars from the past. Before the rage of collecting POLICE cars there were other rages for transport vans, branded trucks, double decker buses etc. And while the younger generation have their pick of the latest NISSAN monstrosity some collectors are definitely going to find the work of Automodello and some of the cars they have in their line up astounding.

First up, in terms of collectability these are real collector items that will definitely appreciate someone’s collection. These handmade resin models start off limited in number and usually Automodello doesn’t do repeats so the chances of seeing a model you like again once it’s sold out would be zero unless you bought it off someone for more. The second thing about Automodello is that they do cars no one else does at least I haven’t found anything to say otherwise. They have a pretty impressive portfolio and in our opinion these are serious models for serious collectors who like to dabble in the history of cars.

CASTING REMARKS

1940-1941

CHECKER MODEL A GREEN FOR CHICAGO, KALAMAZOO LIVERY

All models come with detail cards and certificates the model

1965

GRIFFITH™ SERIES 40 SILVER certificates of authenticity and ownership with model number.

If you have watched American movies from the 1940’s you would definitely be treated to a taxi scene in some form or another and the chances that it would have been a Checker Model A taxi would be very high. The Checker Models were so synonymous with being taxi’s that the checker design would appear on all taxi’s even if they were not a Checker made model. The cars themselves in terms of design were quite over the top like Victorian chandeliers in low-income apartments. Lots of chrome and grills, long noses that housed massive engines that weighed way more than the power they produced. But they were also magnificent the way they just lumbered on carrying passenger to and from within their massive and spacious interiors.

If you are the collector who appreciates fine detail and historic machines, there is no doubt that you will find a lot of joy in ordering this for yourself. The details are sublime and even more, the thought that this excellent piece is hand built and hand painted. The body work consists of well sculpted resin, photoetched metal trim and lovely chrome paint that has been perfectly applied without any overspray. The model comes with a detachable rear passenger roof so that passengers could enjoy the warm Chicago air before it gave way to smog. The entire model is a perfect replication of the real thing and that 40’s design is just lethal.

1940-1941 CHECKER MODEL A KALAMAZOO LIVERY

1965 the magic year for American Motorsport. It was the year that spawned a successful collaboration between FORD and Shelby America, Corvette was burning rubber and taking places and even Shelby by themselves were breaking new ground with their COBRA’s and Daytona’s. But in between all these powerhouses of cars was a tiny pocket rocket that was purpose built to be a lithe racer. If there was any doubt that simple is beautiful then this car should clear it up immediately.

1965 GRIFFITH™ SERIES 400

If you decide to bless yourself with this beautiful rarity you can be rest assured, it is an exquisite piece with a short but very cocky little history. For a hand-built model this is spectacular. The details are mesmerising from the centre lock on the wheels to the multi spoke lotus designed sports wheels and tiny chrome highlights found around the car. The lovely Perspex canopy at the back. Should the production of this car been a bit more consistent it would have made a good candidate for a beautiful Targa. Limited edition with only 99 cars available this would make a lovely model to slip in between your AC Cobra and Corvette Stingray.

TARMAC WORKS

We’ve been here before in a larger scale, and we raved at how awesome it was to have in a large scale. But, there are various reasons why 1/18 cars are not a priority or regular buy in many countries across the globe. Shipping larger means more expensive, coupled with insane tax rates prices hitting almost double the price of the model. Then, there is the whole space problem. After a while your collection will start to encroach into other rooms like a vine desperately trying to root-in its existence.

So, 1/18… not always the popular choice. What collectors do find as a good in between scale, is 1/43. Most companies feel the packaging could also double up as the display box and most of the 1/43 boxes are stackable. This provides an easy storage option for a lot of the cars you may want.

Like this OLD & NEW RestoMod 997 Porsche which appeared in a gorgeous 1/18 scale model and now for the more space and budget conscious we have the car in 1/43 scale by TARMAC WORKS. If you are wondering why the car carries the KS signature, it’s because many tuner and aero designing companies are working closer with designers like SALEEM and JON SIBAL for fresh ideas and design innovations.

PORSCHE

997 OLD & NEW ONE43

TARMAC WORKS are consistently bringing some really models to the forefront and their 1/43 catalogue has increased heavily over the past year especially with tuners from RWB, LBWK and in this case OLD&NEW. The detail also proves how serious these guys are with this line. Even though the cars (and vans) are sealed the interiors are well detailed. Equal attention has been given for both exterior and interior design. So when you look through the window you get to appreciate the whole car which is what collector models should do for the collector, provide the holistic experience right down to looking through the windows.

Unfortunately, due to advertising restriction

TARMAC WORKS cannot release the car and advertise it with the livery of one famous tobacco brand on which the colours of this 997 is based on. In the past they have been a long-term sponsor of PORSCHE’s Motorsport and an important part of Porsche’s colourful livery history but because of modern advertising regulations you have to add the branding on, the car yourself. This requires the patience and steady hand of a surgeon. The water transfer stickers come included.

Good Luck!

IF YOU ARE A FAN OF MCLARENS LETHAL DOSE OF SUPERCARS THEY HAVE BEEN CHURNING OUT OVER THE LAST FIVE YEARS THEN SOLIDO IS WHERE YOU ARE GOING TO WANT TO DIRECT YOUR HARD EARNED MONEY FOR SOME HARD CORE SPENDING. ONE GOOD POINT, SOLIDO IS ENTIRELY AFFORDABLE. UNFORTUNATELY, A MCLAREN ARTURA ISN’T AFFORDABLE AND THAT IS WAY PEOPLE LIKE YOU AND ME SCREAM IN GLEE WHEN SOLIDO GIVES US SOMETHING THIS NICE IN 1/43. EVER SINCE SOLIDO HAVE REVIVED THEIR 1.43 LINE US COLLECTORS HAVE BEEN TREATED TO LARGE RANGE OF INTERESTING MODELS IN 1/43. MCLAREN HAS CERTAINLY MADE AN APPEARANCE SPECIALLY HERE ON CASTHEADS BEFORE WITH A 1/43 VERSION OF THE 650 LT ALSO FROM SOLIDO.

So, with quiet and stylish confidence we can say that SOLIDO has definitely got their finger on the 1/43 game. And they are being quite robust with their releases. Decked out in BRIGHT LIME GREEN (which seems to be a popular colour with supercars these days) the ARTURA by design is an aerodynamic wonder that illustrated wonderfully by SOLIDO’s perfect capture of the car’s lines. Unlike some of its other counterparts it lacks excessive exterior aero assistances relying on

body design, horsepower, and clever computer engine + suspension management to achieve its peak performance. Glass Like Lights on the front, open vents instead of pained and detailed interior although the car is sealed are some of the highlights for us.

But, for me I always check out the wheels as a baseplate for standards concerning detail and this model is not lacking. It is lovely to see the 20” slotted disk brake behind the McLaren sports rim with a bright green brake calliper hugging the disc for dear life. SOLIDO also spoils us by never releasing one model at a time but releasing one with two colour variations and the ARTURA comes in the choice of super loud LIME GREEN or a more subdued AMRANTHA RED. If you are a McLaren fan then SOLIDO is on the right track to get you what you need.

Just when you thought the fad would end somebody comes back with another Liberty Walks Nissan GT-R35 and this time it is SOLIDO with another iteration of this now very saturated line of models. But instead of playing diecast Grinch I will concede that there will be another 100k fans of the Nissan GT-R and LBWK who will be furiously hitting the purchase button on this.

But, for me I always check out the wheels as a baseplate for standards concerning detail and this model is not lacking. It is lovely to see the 20” slotted disk brake behind the McLaren sports rim with a bright green brake calliper hugging the disc for dear life. SOLIDO also spoils us by never releasing one model at a time but releasing one with two colour variations and the ARTURA comes in the choice of super loud LIME GREEN or a more subdued AMRANTHA RED. If you are a McLaren fan then SOLIDO is on the right track to get you what you need.

DEAGOSTINI

DeAgostini Publishing have been around for quite a while doing what the do best which is launching cool 1/43 scale series of car in complete collections. Right now, its American Muscle and they have a fire cracking line up of Usual Suspects in very good detail.

This is actually the second car to come in the line of about 16 models from the set, which includes the Mustang, Camero Z28, Ponitac Firebird and many many more of Americas greatest muscle cars from the 60s and 70s.

Along with the model cars you also get a magazine with details and trivia about the specific models which also makes for a great collector piece. Additionally, all the models come in an acrylic display box which can be stacked and displayed conveniently. All you need to do is subscribe to the collection on their site and every month you get yourself a car or two to build up your collection of 1/43 muscle cars.

Taking a trip back

in time we look at these two righteous Ferrari models from Hotwheels Elite Range. The reason we are looking at Hot wheels 1/43 cars is because they have decided to bring it back. Now known as Hotwheels Premium 1/43. Judging by their past work with the Elite range it looks like there is going to be some serious competition being brought by Hotwheels who are looking to revive the scale within their portfolio.

MASTERS OF CAMOUFLAGE

PUMA x SCUDERIA FERRARI

CAMOUFLAGE

Global Sports Company PUMA is proud to introduce the Masters of Camouflage Collection, an unique and innovative collaboration between PUMA and Scuderia Ferrari. This collection pays homage to the world of automotive design, drawing inspiration from the intriguing world of car prototypes. With signature black and white camo patterns and exclusive detailing, this collection celebrates the fusion of fashion, technology, and car culture.

This collection stands out through the camouflageinspired prints: it showcases prototype-inspired camo prints throughout its range of apparel, footwear and accessories. These distinctive patterns emulate the secretive nature of car prototypes and add an element of mystery and intrigue to the collection. The Masters of Camouflage collection pays a loving tribute to car culture, embracing the spirit of innovation, speed, and cutting-edge design. The collection's details and designs are meticulously crafted to reflect the passion and excitement associated with the automotive world.

With its striking camo patterns, PUMA for Scuderia Ferrari co-branding, and meticulous attention to detail, the Masters of Camouflage collection is the ultimate fusion of fashion and automotive design. Embrace the spirit of automotive innovation and style with this exclusive collaboration between PUMA and Scuderia Ferrari. Available from August 1 st only on puma.com

SCUDERIA FERRARI MIRAGE SPORT TECH CAMO WHITE/BLACK

SCUDERIA FERRARI RACE CAMO SDS MEN'S TEE

SCUDERIA FERRARI RACE CAMO SDS MEN'S SWEATPANTS

THIS IS A CAR THAT HOLDS NO PLACE IN MODERN MOTORING. IT WOULD NOT FIT DOWN MANY ROADS, IT WOULD TAKE A SMALL TANKER TO KEEP IT HYDRATED AND THE EMISSIONS FOR THAT ENGINE WOULD BE OFF THE MODERN-DAY CHARTS.

BUT LOOK AT THAT BEAUTY!

I can see why people from that generation believe in taking time out to appreciate form over function. Luxury was abundant, who wanted small and crampy when you could have a ride that fit the whole wide world in the boot and then some. The Buick Skylark was an example of this excessiveness being the top of Buicks line exhausting all luxurious options available to a car at the time. Also, the 54’ Skylark was also at the top of its game in terms of best value for money. With an improved engine this big lady had a decent 200 hp churned out of Buick’s ‘Nailhead’ 332 Cubic V8 and mounted on shorter more advanced frame and design compared to its predecessor.

Hand crafted, painted and built the 1/24 scale model is testament to the brands craftmanship because this is an absolutely beautiful specimen. The LIDO Green paintwork is perfect as is the crafting of all the various chrome work this car has which is very extensive. Details are immaculate and very indicative of what the price tag on one of these must be like. But this is a serious model vintage car collectors cup of tea. It is meant to be exquisite. Every body line, groove, grille, light even door handle has obviously been carefully considered and attached without any mistakes whatsoever. And those wheels most definitely pass our benchmark for ‘absolutely gorgeous’. 15 Inch Kelsey Hayes wire wheels wrapped up in those white walls and you have yourself a shelf stunner.

IF THERE EVER WAS A MODEL YOU PUT ON YOUR SHELF AND EVERY TIME SOMEONE ENTERS THE ROOM THEY GRAVITATE TO IT, THIS IS THAT MODEL. It is striking in every way, so striking that it will turn heads and start discussions. Great discussions anchored around motor vehicles, colour, and design. Since the car is a convertible, we also have the pleasure of getting to see the inside of this car even though it is a sealed resin model and it comes with convertible top in black that feels like leather which gives you the option of covering up as well on display. Limited Edition? Yes, very, so get your rare 1954 Buick Skylark.

AS

THE

DEMAND FOR BIG THIRSTY ENGINES

BEGAN TO WANE THE TIDE FOR AMERICAN MUSCLE STARTED TO CHANGE.

In Europe massive engines were relegated to supercars that were trying to break speed barriers but for the rest of us motorists we were starting to feel the squeeze. The lack of space for big cars, rising petrol costs, rising taxes, it was starting to add up. The solution? Smaller cars with smaller engine displacement but higher number of valves for more combustion tuned to perfection.

The Japanese car designers were the best at this, and they were gaining ground globally with there KEI cars and European designed sports cars. Worse, they were creeping into the American market some of them under the guise of Americanised names.

Pontiac see’s the writing on the wall for the Firebirds and Camaro’s and they also see Corvette is having a great time in sales. So, the PONTIAC design team put together a little mechanical alchemy and converted a V6 2.8L engine to be able to be mid-mounted shortening the wheelbase and increasing centre of gravity adding a plastic moulded body and suspension taken from other models the FIERO was born.

Light, fast, nimble, and best of all cheap! A formula so good the FIERO outsold the Corvettes AND the Firebird making it one of their all-time top selling models. By 1988 PONTIAC has fine tuned the FIERO and launched FIERO GT which became the best but also the rarest of the FIERO line. By then the Japanese car industry had steam rolled into the US and were dropping tiny, quick, and cheap cars like flies.

AUTOMODELLO’s

presentation of their 1/24 models beats everyone else hands down and really if they put so much care into the packaging of this piece, they you know for sure the model is going to be stunning. The model comes in a hardboard, velvet lined, clamshell box with a ribbon that runs under the model’s baseplate. This is because the base fits tightly into the grove in the box making sure the car doesn’t shake in anyway during transport. The

ribbon helps to lift the baseplate out of the groove. You can unscrew the car off the plate but it is a nightmare to put back and the car is made out of resin so it feels like if you force it too much you can damage the bodywork.

The build quality and detail though is truly par excellence’. Flawless casting with everything correct in terms of detail. Light fitment is perfect, the badging where you can see it is fine, its beautifully painted and clear coated with now overpaint. The Pontiac Firebird wheels painted in black definitely signals the fact that this car is the biproduct of engineering from other PONTIACS.

The T-Top roof comes with the cover, so you can display topless or not if you want to. Finally, the value of this model also comes from the fact that these are highly limited handmade and hand painted cars so yes you can expect to pay a steep price for a perfect 1/24 model. And don’t forget your certificate of ownership and authenticity which comes with all Automodello models. Something you will want to keep as safe as the model.

SOLIDO

ALRIGHT ALRIGHT ALRIGHT!!!! THIS IS THE SORT OF FIGHT CLUB WE LIKE TO SEE. A showdown of SUPRA’s in the office courtesy of SOLIDO! In all their wisdom the design team over there decided that two NOT ONE but two Supra’s needed the street fighter treatment, and the collectors need it and that is all there is to say on the matter.

Up first and we have the new contender a GR SUPRA in Chilli Red, super spicy this would come with about 5 chillies on a menu its so hot. It honestly doesn’t look like a SOLIDO model it looks more like we are playing in bigger leagues in terms of details. If you look closely at the lights, you will see that there has been no shaming and the designers have got the LED strips within the lights modelled with great detail.

The aero package parts like the splitters, spoiler and side splitters look real. The wheels in gun metal grey do not look plastic like at all, they actually look like magnesium forged rims coupled with slotted discs and red brake calliper behind the rim.

But sometimes you are a hardcore fan who believes that old is gold and if it ain’t broke then don’t try to fix it. So, you would take a MKIV over the newer GR Supra any day. Why not especially when it’s got this stunning metallic purple paint job with gloss black TE7 rims and 90’s disc brakes. Street Fighter Solido has you covered!

This is also the most famous version of SUPRA model sold in the US. You can go for a white option or red option that has been released in the past by SOLIDO but this purple version looks like it is strongly deep inside the ‘cool’ zone.

SOLIDO

When you line the two of them up its plain to see that they should not be separated in any way and should definitely be picked up together and displayed together like a pair of MMA siblings (getting severe Boondock vibes). Ready to rumble? For SOLIDO it looks they are ready rumble and rock and roll for these two it looks like “The first rule of Fight Club is, you don’t talk about Fight Club”

1972 CHRYSLER PLYMOUTH GTX

AUTOWORLD

Chryslers line of Plymouth cars have been a list of hits and misses. But within their illustrious history of innovations and concept cars there have been a few that dotted the brands history with greatness. The Barracuda, The Fury and even a rebadged Starion called the Conquest. But one that was heralded as one of the greats was the PLYMOUTH GTX line also known as the Road Runner.

19CHRYSLER PLYMOUTH GTX ONE18

And it played well into that moniker right from the start all the way to the last model which is the 1972 PLYMOUTH GTX. There are plenty of little nuggets around the car that show its homage to the popular Waner Brothers character. On the engine lid, at the back with the badging, even the steering wheel had a little Road Runner head where the “BEEP BEEP’ is supposed to be. All faithfully recreated in this fantastic 1/18 scale model that has just been released. Autoworld has been in the 1/18 game for a while now and you really can’t go wrong with them. They literally write the book on doing American Made muscle with opening parts and really great details in terms of engine and interior.

REPRESENTING THE 440 MODEL 4-BARREL ENGINE THIS 72’ PLYMOUTH COMES IN A LOVELY GRAND CANYON RED WITH STEERABLE BFGOODRICH TYRES, NICE CHROME PLATING ON THE CHROME PARTS AND OF COURSE A PERFECT CASTING OF THE CAR’S BODY SHAPE.

For those of you who haven’t had and AW car in the past you will be excited to know that it’s an all-opening parts model. The interior is white and moulded to look like the leather padded seats of the 70’s the dashboard has that classic wood trim with silver tachometer frames set inside the cluster panel. You can even see the window winders in the doors. This thing is oozing with details. Take a peek under the hood and inside is the famous 440 engine with a bright red 4 barrel carburettor leading into the bright blue engine block. The rear boot lid opens as well and inside it you can find a spare trye. The steel stock wheels look like real steel rims and don’t have that plastic chrome shine to them which is awesome.

THIS IS THE CROWN JEWEL IN AUTOMODELLO’S CATALOGUE RIGHT NOW! AND IT IS WORTHY OF THE TITLE IN EVERY WAY!

At 1/12 scale the sight of this model will give you goose bumps every time you see it. First things first. Why did Automodello choose this car apart from its beauty to be their flagship 1/12 scale car? The brand Automodello specializes in making collectors dreams come true with 1/43, 1/24 and 1/12 scale resin models of some of the most beautiful and quintessential cars ever made in American Motor and motorsport history. Dan Gurneys AAR made Weslake V12 powered Eagle is both quintessential and beautiful.

THE HISTORY

Like all good innovations this one started with a challenge. While FORD was charging forward at LeMans flying the American Flag at finish line plans were underfoot to take Formula 1 by storm with an all-American dream. American Driver in an American Car racing for an American Team. And there was one person that could lead the charge. That was Dan Gurney.

THE CAR

BUILT BY ANGLO AMERICAN RACERS

this car was built specifically for Dan Gurney to take part in Formula 1. The riveted monocoque ended with an eagle like beaked radiator nose is still referred to today as one of the most beautiful Formula 1 Cars ever made. Painted in Imperial blue the body work and chassis were simple and sleek as well as incredibly light. But the lightness came at a cost. Having being made out of both titanium and magnesium the car had potential to turn into a fireball a really big dangerous fireball. The suspension was mounted directly on to the monocoque body and consisted of a lower wishbone and single top link for each wheel, this is something you can see in great detail on the scale model.

THE ENGINE

POWERING THIS GORGEOUS TRACK BIRD OF PREY WAS AN AUBREY WOODS DESIGNED WESLAKE V12 THAT GENERATED 450 BHP THE ENGINE PROVED A MONSTER BUT UNFORTUNATELY OTHER PARTS GRAFTED IN TO USE WITH THE ENGINE WOULD FAIL CONTINUOUSLY MAKING THE RELIABILITY LOW ON THE EAGLE.

THE MODEL

At 1/12 scale this is the perfect size to appreciate this car in it entirety. It comes in a beautiful acrylic display case but when you sleep it off you get the chance to admire the beauty of the paintwork, the details seen in the engine, and remember as more cars begin going electric models won’t have anything to look forward to under the hood. This has a full on V12 engine at the back in all its 1/12 scale glory. Even the exhaust pipes have been heated to discolour due to excessive heat temps.

This model is one of the most beautifully crafted models I have ever seen in my life and as an F1 fan I have been extremely excited and honoured to have this in the office. It is perfect, everything about it is perfect. Rich history, rich in technology and in the case of this being a model

AUTOMODELLO

THIS IS A MODEL THAT HAS BEEN BUILT FOR MOTORSPORT AFICIONADOS AND HARDCORE FORMULA 1 FANS WITH ONLY 99 ON THE MARKET THIS DOES COME WITH A SUPER SERIOUS PRICE TAG ONE THAT YOU MAY NEED CHECKING ON A REGULAR BASIS IN CASE THERE IS A PRICE DROP OF AVAILABILITY DROP. BUT THIS WILL BE EVERY CENT SAVED FOR A GREAT CAUSE AND AMAZING CAUSE A CAUSE THAT MAY NEVER COME AROUND AGAIN.

His list of credits and victories would require a large manual and loads of reading time but something we highly recommend. Dan Gurney is a legend in racing who has seen the development of some of the most amazing sports cars during his time in the 60s and 70s he was one of the amazing drivers whose input into the car’s development was crucial. He understood the physics of racing and developed his own style to racing. He also understood the mechanics of running a sport and wrote a famous white paper for the Americans on how to run their league. Heavily revered Dan Gurney is one of the alltime greats.

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