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Below are a list of all our latest news items over the last 30 days.

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14
Nov
Looksmart: second 43rd scale model in two days, this time it is the 2025 Lamborghini Manifesto which celebrates the 25th anniversary of Lamborghini's Centro Stile design studio...
13
Nov
Books: a delivery this week brings the ACO Le Mans 24hrs 2025 Official Yearbook — the essential annual record of the world’s greatest endurance race. Packed with photography, results and race analysis, it’s a must-have addition for Le Mans followers and motorsport collectors alike...
NuNu: a delivery this week adds a fresh modern GT highlight — the 1:24 BMW M4 GT3 DTM Champion 2022 #31 driven by Sheldon van der Linde. This kit captures the aggressive stance and championship-winning presence of BMW’s latest GT3 contender, offering builders a sharp and highly detailed platform straight from the modern DTM grid...
Beemax: a delivery this week brings a major highlight for F1 model builders — the 1:12 McLaren MP4/4 from Monaco 1988, offered as a dual Senna/Prost kit and capturing one of the most dominant machines in Grand Prix history. Alongside it comes a dedicated 1:12 detailing set, allowing builders to elevate the kit even further with added realism. A standout pairing for fans of classic turbo-era Formula 1...
Tarmac Works: continues is great range of 1:64 diecast models with a new list which includes classic and current GT3 Bentley, Ferrari 488 & Mercedes AMG, rally Ford RS200, Toyota Yaris, Lancia Integrale & Hyundai i20N, Ferrari 348 Challenge, Formula 1 McLaren MCL60 & DTM Mercedes 190E all for next year...
Model Car Group: a delivery this week brings two fresh 1:18 additions for fast-Ford fans — the Ford Escort RS Turbo MkIV S2 1990 in classic Black and a bold Motorsport version. Both capture the unmistakable late-’80s/early-’90s hot-hatch attitude with clean diecast lines and strong shelf presence, making them standout additions for anyone collecting performance Fords of the era...
Tameo Kits: This weeks delivery brings a fresh Formula 1 kit from this benchmark brand in 1:43 metal and resin. The McLaren MP4/2B from the 1985 Monaco Grand Prix, offered as a dual-driver kit representing both Niki Lauda and Alain Prost. The kit features Tameo’s trademark high-precision castings, photoetch and decal work, recreating the championship-winning MP4/2B in meticulous detail...
12
Nov
KK Scale: more new model news from this busy brand of large scale diecast models with the welcome announcement of its 12th scale BMW 3.0 CSL (E9) "Batmobile" in three colours, each having opening panels to reveal engine and interior detail...
Cult Scale Models: early 2026 is going to be exciting when all these newly announed models come to market. Top of the list are Aston Martin DB7 i6 Coupe & Lagonda Series 4 as well as Mercedes 540K Cabriolet B, Maserati Quatroporte III, Lincoln Continental Mk3 & Ford Granada 2.8 Ghia. Previously announced Saab 99 Combi & 900SE Turbo are listed for similar delivery too...
11
Nov
Trofeu: unusually has exclusively three circuit racers listed for December with the Lauda/Larrousse & Huber/Kauhsen BMW Alpina team BMW 2800CSs Spa 24hrs 1971 & Le Mans 4hrs 1974 Ford Capri RS2600 Escuderia Tibidabo. The Capri and Huber/Kauhsen BMW share the unfortunate statistic of not starting thier respective races...
Cigale: during Q1/2026 two top quality 1:43 metal kits of the 2005 Red Bull RB1 will be released. The kits are modelled on the Australian (4th & 7th) & Monaco (DNF) Grands Prix where Coulthard, Klien & Liuzzi took turns at the wheel of the two cars decorated in very different liveries. With 3D prototype, casting, photoetching, tyres, decals and other parts all produced by Tameo Kits. You will not be surprised by the similarity in quality to regular products from Tameo, Montegrosso and Silverline...
10
Nov
BBR: has good news for its 43rd scale fans with the announcement of 1970 Ferrari 365 GTB/4 Daytona, 1995 Ferrari F50 Coupe & Spider & 2003 Ferrari F360 Challenge. As usual, each of these subjects will come in a choice of colours...
KK Scale: has a few new colours to come on previously popular 18th scale diecast 1966 Lamborghini 400GT 2+2, 1978 BMW 323i (E21) & 1999 3 Series (E46) in both saloon and touring versions...
Mini GT: collectors of the 1:64 diecast James Bond film cars will be excited to know of the future release of the "Spectre" Aston Martin DB10 and "For Your Eyes Only" Lotus Esprit Turbo, this one the copper coloured car with boot mounted skis...
Tecnomodel: has an ambitious new project by offering its previously released 18th scale Le Mans, Suzuka 1000kma, Vallelungs 6hrs & press Ferrari F40 GTE now with a lift-off engine cover to reveal detailed engine, gearbox and rear suspension. When not displaying that detail, the engine cover will be held in place using a magnetic system...
07
Nov
Top Marques: celebrates the late Ken Block’s rally legacy with two stunning 1:18 resincast Ford Escort RS models — the “Cossie” Gymkhana 10 2019 #43 and the Escort RS Cosworth USA 2018 #43 Block/Gelsomino. Both capture Block’s unmistakable style and aggressive rally stance, complete with authentic liveries and fine detailing...
Minichamps: this week sees the arrival of two modern racing highlights — the BMW M4 GT3 Le Mans 2024 #46 Team WRT of Rossi, Al Marthy and Martin in 1:43, and the Red Bull RB20 2nd UK 2024 #1 Max Verstappen in 1:18. Both capture key moments from Le Mans and Silverstone with Minichamps’ trademark precision...
GP Replicas: this week’s delivery celebrates classic Formula 1 icons across two eras — the Ferrari 126C2 1st Germany 1982 #27 Patrick Tambay, Ferrari 312 B2s from Holland 1971 driven by Jacky Ickx and Clay Regazzoni, McLaren MP4/12 1st Australia 1997 #10 David Coulthard, and Ferrari F310B 1st Japan 1997 #5 Michael Schumacher in 1:12 scale. Each model captures its era’s character with exquisite resincast detail, from Ferrari’s flat-12 legends to McLaren and Ferrari’s ’90s V10 challengers. Not in stock but available to order now...
06
Nov
05
Nov
GP Replicas: has added the Michael Schumacher's Formula 1 world championship winning Ferrari F2001 to its future production list along with a Rubens Barrichello version too. Both are to me modelled on the Monaco Grand Prix where they finished 1st and 2nd...
04
Nov
Looksmart: the wait is finally over — Ferrari’s 499P Le Mans 2025 winner is here! This week’s delivery brings the Ferrari 499P 1st Le Mans 2025 #83 AF Corse, the car that stormed to victory with Kubica, Hanson and Ye behind the wheel. A stunning 1:43 resincast masterpiece, it captures every detail of Ferrari’s unforgettable triumph and is now in stock. Joining the celebration are Lewis Hamilton’s Ferrari SF-25 1st China Sprint 2025 winner in both 1:43 resincast and 1:64 diecast scales — each available to order. A powerhouse trio from Looksmart, showcasing Ferrari's glory from endurance racing to Formula 1 in pure collector style...
03
Nov
New Books: as we close on the end of the racing season it is time to consider preordering your annual record of the season about to end. Top of the list for many is the "ACO Le Mans 24hrs 2025 Official Yearbook" (due this month) & "Autocourse 2025/2026 (#75)" (due January). Also coming are "Formula 1 2023/2024 Technical Insights", "It's... A... New Track Record!" & "The Jaguar Book: Collector's Edition", all worthwhile library additions...
BBR: its all 18th scale news but not all hand built. While the all new 2026 Maserati GT2 Stradale, Mike Parkes Goodwood 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO & new coloured Ferrari 12Cilindri & SF90XX Spider are hand built, Fernando Alonso's unique matt black Ferrari LaFerrari is reproduced as a diecast, all opening panelled high detail model...
31
Oct
Matrix: this week sees three new 1:43 resincast models of the Reliant Scimitar SE5a GTE (1971–1975) — the classic British sporting estate made famous by HRH Princess Anne. Powered by a Ford V6 and styled in glassfibre, it blended speed with practicality. Available in blue, white and orange versions capturing its elegant lines and are available to order...
Spark: has chosen to model many of the 2025 Formula one team cars as they ran in the Circuit Of The Americas US Grand Prix so look out for 1:43 & 1:64 Alpine, Aston Martin, Haas, McLaren, Racing Bulls and (in 43rd only) a special presentation Max Verstappen Red Bull celebrating gis 75th Grand Prix win. Many of the chosen cars feature special decorations for this event...
29
Oct
Werk83: while there's another version of Hans Stuck's 1989 IMSA Audi 90 GTO added to the future production list, the much more exciting news is a 1:12 diecast model of the 1991 Le Mans winning Mazda 787B driven by Herbert, Gachot & Weidler...
28
Oct
Trofeu: the latest rally offerings are two works Waldegard/Vatanen Ford Escort RS1800s from the Sanremo 1977, an Alpine A110 Ypres 1973 and a pretty Miss Levi's BMW 2800CS from the Spa 24hrs 1971 raced by the ladies team of Liane Engeman & Christine Beckers...
KK Scale: is looking at December to issue its next 12th scale with opening panels subject, the 1987 BMW 635 CSI in three colours and optional Alpina wheels. Also on the way is an 18th scale 1972 Porsche racing crew VW T2B bus again offered with optional wheels, in this case by Fuchs...
Tecnomodel: for the 1969 Can-Am championship, Scuderia Ferrari gave driver Chris Amon its latest weapon, the Ferrari 612 to be modelled on the 3rd place Mid-Ohio & Watkins Glen plus Riverside race versions...
24
Oct
Arena: the third and last annual group of new 1:43 resin/metal kits & hand built models news is here with groups of IMSA Corvettes, Carrera Panamericana Ferrari & Hudson and many rally Ferrari, Lancia & Porsche the last unusually the 924 Carrera GTS...
Tecnomodel: the seemingly daily news today reports on Q2/2026 issue of 18th scale models of the 1960s Porsche 718 W-RS with press, Le Mans, Sebring 12hrs, Nurburgring 1000kms & Targa Florio versions raced by Hill/Herrmann/Barth/Linge/Bonnier...
23
Oct
Model Car Group: is working on the two Saab 99s from the Swedish rally 1977, Stig Blomqvist winner and the Per Eklund version that failed to finish...
Tarmac Works: early 2026 news of 1:64 diecast models of Harry King's 2024 Porsche Supercup 911, Didier Auriol Monte Carlo winning Lancia, Frank Biela Audi A4 Super Touring, Le Mans 1996 Ferrari F40 GTE & 2025 Bathurst 12hrs #888 Mercedes which is turning out to be something of a modelling favourite...
Hasegawa: great news for rally fans and in particular those followers of Colin McRae, there will soon be a 1:24 plastic kit of his 1991 Bettega Memorial rally sprint winning Esso sponsored Subaru Legacy RS while in early 2026 its 1979 Daytona 24hrs Mazda RX7 Savanna & 1992 JSPC Toyota 92CV kits will be reissued...
Autocult: announces the December release for its traditional five-language Yearbook as well as the digital version introduced last year which will be accompanied by an as of yet unidentified mystery model...
Tecnomodel: hot on the heels of yesterday's Testarossa news, Q2/2026 is the indicated release for 18th scale 1965 Ferrari 365 P2s entered by NART, David Piper Auto Racing & Maranello Concessionaires and raced in the Guards Trophy, Kyalami 9hrs, Bridgehampton 500kms & GP Canada Mosport...
22
Oct
Ixo: combined listing of both new and December releases of 1:43 & 1:18 diecast models includes classic, modern & current team transporters, DTM, road, WRC, Porsche Cup, Spa 24hrs & Nurburgring 24hrs...
BBR Models: this week’s delivery showcases two stunning 1:18 hand-built releases capturing the artistry of modern Italian design. First, the Ferrari 12Cilindri Spider 2024 (Red) — an elegant open-top expression of Ferrari’s latest V12 grand tourer. Joining it is the Pagani Huayra Codalunga 2024 (Gold), a breathtaking long-tail evolution of the Huayra that blends performance and sculpture in equal measure. Both models display BBR’s hallmark craftsmanship and attention to detail...
Beemax: this week’s delivery features the Audi Quattro Sport 3rd Monte Carlo 1986 #2/6 Mikkola/Röhrl in 1:24 scale. A finely detailed plastic kit capturing Audi’s iconic Group B rally contender from the 1986 Monte Carlo Rally — a must for classic rally fans...
21
Oct
Looksmart: will release a 5th scale model of the helmet Charles Leclerc wore duing the 2024 Japanese Grand Prix in tribute to his godfather Jules Bianchi...
Looksmart: there are three 1:64 diecast Ferrari 296GT3s from Macau 2024 just listed, the cars of Yifie Ye, Daniel Serra & Antonio Fuoco. All are listed for Q1/2026 first delivery...
16
Oct
Spark: looking ahead to April 2026, Spark celebrates McLaren’s 2025 Formula 1 Constructors’ Championship with a pair of finely detailed model sets. The 1:43 resincast MCL39 #4/#81 features Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri’s title-winning cars presented together, capturing a landmark season for the Woking team. Complementing it is a 1:64 “Sparky” diecast version of the same double set, perfect for collectors of smaller scales...
Avenue 43: this week’s delivery showcases one of the more unusual road car designs of the early 1970s – the Brubaker Box. Offered in 1:43 resincast form, the distinctive van-like sports model appears in two striking finishes, Gold/Black and Red/Black. A niche yet eye-catching addition to Avenue 43’s line-up and available to order now...
Tecnomodel: this week’s delivery focuses on Lotus’s elegant yet rarely modelled 62 sports prototype from 1969. Two finely detailed 1:18 resincast versions are offered – the #71 Miles/Muir car that finished 13th at the Brands Hatch 6 Hours, and the #104 Miles entry which famously won at Brands Hatch the same year. Both capture the compact design and purposeful stance of these Group 6 machines with Tecnomodel’s trademark precision and finish...
Model Car Group: Today’s delivery sees a fine mix of classic and contemporary performance cars in 1:18 diecast form. The trio of Ford Capri Mk1s covers the GT Turbo (May 1970, White), RS2600 (1970, Red/Black) and GXL (1973, Brown/Black) – each capturing the spirit of the era’s iconic coupe. Joining them is the modern-day Ford Mustang GTD (2025, Red), bringing the story full circle from heritage to high-tech...
14
Oct
Italeri: also of news to builders and collectors of 1:24 plastic kits will be the new Lamborghini Murcielago road car for issue at some point later in the year/new year...
Tamiya: in plastic kit news, the reissue of a 12th scale kit first seen way back in 1968 and reisued several times since 2007 with the addition of etched parts, John Surtees' Formula 1 Honda RA273 will be welcomed back mid-December...
Looksmart: the special helmet decoratiopns worn by Ferrari Formula 1 drivers Lewis Hamilton & Charles Leclerc in the Singapore Grand Prix will be available as 5th scale collectors pieces at the end of the year...
TSM: everyone's favourite racing dinosaur turned out in Haloween fancy dress for the IMSA season finale at Atlanta. The special Petit Le Mans "Rexy" Porsche 911 GT3R decoration will appear across the brands in 1:18 (Top Speed), 1:43 (TrueScale) & 1:64 (Mini GT)...
13
Oct
Schuco: collectors of modern day Porsche road cars will be interested to see this group of 1:43 diecast models marked for release during Q1/2026. There are Porsche 911 (992)s in Sport Classic, Dakar & ST specs plus a Porsche 718RS Spyder for good measure...
Marsh Models: has three more new 43rd scale resin/metal kits and hand built models on the horizon. Expected during early November will be the 1969/70 Porsche 908/02 "Flounder" longtail & 1957/58 Maserati 200SI (without fairing) both offering 5 options plus 1964/65 Lotus 30 which will have 7 different versions and due along in the future as will images of all...
08
Oct
07
Oct
Tecnomodel: this week’s delivery brings a trio of classic Formula 1 single-seaters for collectors of historic Grand Prix machinery. Leading the line is the Honda RA273 Italy 1966 #18 as driven by Richie Ginther, presented in finely detailed 1:43 resincast form. Joining it are two beautifully executed 1:18 scale releases — the Cooper T51 4th Italy 1960 #2 of Giulio Cabianca and the Lotus 94T 3rd Europe 1983 #12 driven by Nigel Mansell. Each model captures its period’s engineering and style with Tecnomodel’s signature craftsmanship...
Looksmart: today’s delivery features the spectacular Ferrari F80 2024 finished in striking Metallic Orange. This hand-built 1:43 scale model captures the dramatic design of Ferrari’s futuristic concept road car with Looksmart’s usual precision and superb finish.
03
Oct
Kess: collectors of Alfa Romeo models will be well served during Q1/2026 with this selection of 1955 Alfa Romeo 1900C SS Boano & Alfa Romeo 1900C SS Ghia Aigle Cabriolet, 1957 Alfa Romeo SZ 1900 Ghia SS Aigle Lugano Coupe plus 1983 Peugeot 604 GTi V6 in standard or Ministeriale versions...
Spark: a couple of road vehicles expected to become available in December are the Lanzante built Porsche 930 TAG Turbo and 2025 Mercedes Vision V concept...
02
Oct
Trofeu: coming along next in the 1:43 rally collection are familiar Alpine & Ford models making A110 1st Herault 1972 #68 Saby/Coppier & Escort RS1600 16th Safari 1971 #30 Singh/Singh subjects respectively...
Spark: you can now preorder the most of the top ten finishers of the 2025 Suzuka 1000kms GT3 cars including the winning BMW M4 GT3 Evo as well as the WEC VFuji 6hrs winning Alpine A424. All will be limited editionbs in the Japanese regional series...
TrueScale: announces a good selection of 43rd scale 2025 Le Mans Hypercar/GT3, IMSA GTP/GTD & DTM subjects with Acura, BMW, Cadillac, Corvette, Lamborghini & Mercedes all included...
Marsh Models: arriving this week is a beautifully hand-built 1:43 scale Ford Mk4 from Le Mans 1967, finished as the #2 car driven by Bruce McLaren and Mark Donohue to 4th place. A superbly detailed piece from Marsh Models and it is available to order now...
01
Oct
Tecnomodel: another piece of fuutre production news for 1:43 Ferrari fans with the announcement of the Ferrari 308 GTB/LM as tested by Niki Lauda at Fiorano, raced in Czechoslovakia by Maurice Dantinne as well as a red press and yellow road version...
30
Sep
Mini GT: will add to its 1:64 James Bond film car collection in February by including the Jaguar XKR from "Die Another Day" and the Aston Martin DB5 shot up in "Skyfall"...
29
Sep
Mini GT: later next year will see the appearance of these two 1:64 diecast models of the Lamborghini Huracan GT3 Evo2 42nd Daytona 24hrs 2024 #45 Dex & Subaru Impreza WRC97 German Champion 1999 #1 Kremer/Berssen...
Avenue 43: will be making first delivery of its 1985 Volvo 760 GLE Melberg Convertible in both white and pale blue during next month...
Autocult: for October release will be the 1938 Skoda Rapid OHV Prototype, 1949 Drews VW Sport Cabriolet in black or white & "10 Years Of AutoCult (2015-2025)" anniversary 112 page book in English & German languages...
KK Scale: during November will release 12th scale diecast models of the iconic 80s Ferrari Testarossa. There will be four versions with twin-mirror & earlier "Monospecchio" of which a white Florida rgistered version made famous in a Miami TV police series...
Looksmart: this week’s delivery brings the Ferrari 296 GT3 from the 2024 Spa 24hrs, #333 Rinaldi Racing. Driven by Hook, Fernandez-Laser, Crestani and Perel, the car is now available in finely detailed 1:43 resincast form, now available to order.
26
Sep
25
Sep
Spark: has published a long list of classic & historic Formula 1 (and one F2) AGS, ATS, Brabham, BRM, Honda, Life, Ligier, Lotus (many!), March, McLaren, Shadow, Surtees, Token, Tyrrell & Williams 1:43 models for release from December through to April...
Cult Scale Models: has added the beautiful 1955 Alfa Romeo 1900CSS Touring to its future lineup and we are told to expect the first delivery during Q4/2025 in the choice of red, beige or two-tone blue & silver...
Tameo: tells us that the latest 43rd scale kit in the super detailed World Championship series, the 1985 McLaren MP4/2B 1st Monaco #1/2 Lauda/Prost will be delivered shortly and also confirms the price too...
DSN 43: there are just two new announcements of October production 3D printed resin models, both classic Monte Carlo rally subjects with Porsche 911RS 38th 1978 #43 Gianello/Sghedoni & Audi Coupe Quattro 1987 #27 Chomat/Roissard...
GCAM: this week’s delivery focuses on early Le Mans classics in 1:43 resin/metal kit form. The Overland Six 93, 15th at Le Mans 1926 with Dumont/Deprez (#15), joins the Willys-Knight 66 Great Six from the same year, driven by Gros/Le Duc (#1), while the Singer Nine Le Mans of 1935 completes the line-up with Gaillard/Aime and Savoye/Lapchin sharing #52/53. These new GCAM releases bring important pieces of Le Mans history to the model catalogue…
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