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22
Jan
Looksmart: the three Ferrari 296GT3s entered into the 2025 Super GT300 championship will be modelled as 1:64 diecasts during this year. The three cars are the #6 Uni-Robo, #7 Car Guy & #45 Ponos Racing...
21
Jan
Schuco: an upcoming shipment brings a strong mix of modern and classic road car subjects from the Pro.R range, with all models offered as high-detail resincast releases. Highlights include the Aston Martin DBX 707 and Valkyrie, Porsche’s 992 GT3 RS, Gordon Murray Automotive’s T.50s Niki Lauda edition, the Rimac Nevera in multiple finishes, plus classic icons such as the Ford Sierra Cosworth and Lancia 037. Rounding out the selection is the striking Ford Transit Supervan 4, while larger-scale collectors are catered for with the 1:18 Aston Martin Valkyrie. With demand already building, pre-order windows are open now…
Spark: confirming the reinstatement of several previously cancelled Formula 1 releases, Spark has returned a full selection of Red Bull RB21 and Racing Bulls VCARB 02 models to production. The lineup centres on Isack Hadjar’s 2025 VCARB campaign alongside Red Bull RB21 entries for Yuki Tsunoda, offered across 1:43 and 1:18 resincast plus 1:64 diecast. These models are now back open for preorder, with release expected around March…
Looksmart: is making 1:5 replicas of the Ferrari driver's crash helmets from the final race of the 2025 Formula 1 season, the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. Charles Leclerc's carried the legend "150 Grand Prix Ferrari" while Lewis Hamilton's decoration was chrome and gold...
Matrix: expected to arrive during the next couple of weeks are the 43rd scale models of the 1985-1989 MG Metro Turbo in black, red and white. Also due is the 1957-1960 Jensen 541R in black, maroon and two-tone silver/red...
20
Jan
Looksmart: has very ambitious 2026 plans that will be exciting for Ferrari road car collectors. In 12th scale it will offer Ferrari 849 Testarossa/Spider, Ferrari 296 Speciale/Aperta, Ferrari 458 Speciale/Aperta and Ferrari F12 TDF. There are currently no colour options listed with that information promised soon. Watch this space!...
Mini GT: has marked August as the date for release for its 1:64 diecast Johnny Cecotto Monaco 1984 Toleman TG184 and Max Verstappen's special decoration Las Vegas 2023 winning Red Bull RB19 models...
19
Jan
Spark: rally collectors are treated to a trio of newly announced 1:43 resincast Lancia subjects, all centred around the brand’s latest Rally programme. Listed for pre order are the Lancia Rally 2 Presentation, the Lancia Ypsilon Rally 4 HF, and its Presentation counterpart, marking Spark’s first take on these modern-era Lancia rally machines. All three are offered as high-detail resincast releases and are now open for pre order…
15
Jan
Trofeu: has a couple of new preorder rally subjects for February issue. There's a Walter Rohrl/Christian Geistdorfer Audi Quattro Sport Tour de Corse 1985 and BMW 2002Ti from the Monte Carlo 1969 in a body configuration not previously modelled...
Arena Modelli: today’s delivery brings two classic-era 1:43 subjects spanning GT racing and the legendary Carrera Panamericana. First is the Chevrolet Corvette C3 as entered at Mosport’s 100 Miles in 1975, driven by Ortman, capturing the wide-body C3 silhouette and period racing trim. Alongside it arrives the Ferrari 340 Ghia from the 1952 Carrera Panamericana, finished in its distinctive #17 McAfee/McAfee configuration. Both resin/metal kits are available to order...
GP Replicas: today’s delivery highlights the Brabham BMW BT53 as raced by Nelson Piquet to victory at the 1984 Canadian Grand Prix. Presented in 1:18 scale, this resin/metal model captures the distinctive BT53 aero profile and period BMW turbo-era detailing that defined one of Piquet’s standout drives. The model is available to order...
Minichamps: today’s delivery confirms the addition of the Sauber C45 from the 2025 British Grand Prix, driven to an impressive 3rd place by Nico Hülkenberg. This 1:43 resincast model captures the revised C45 aero package and updated 2025 livery in Minichamps’ usual high-detail finish. The model is available to order...
14
Jan
Tamiya: at the end of the month is to reissue its 1:24 plastic kit of the brutal 1978 DRM Zakspeed Ford Capri in Mampe decoration originally issued as a motorised model...
New Books: tempting biographies on the singleseater careers of Derek Day, Lando Norris & Oscar Piastri, the history of AMG and an insight into singleseater racing in South Africa are all well worth consideration...
Spark: confirming a limited reissue for F1 collectors, the Red Bull RB20 from Verstappen’s 2024 Brazil victory is returning to production. This 1:43 resincast includes full Red Bull and Honda race detail and previously sold out on first release. Spark has set a pre-order deadline of 2nd February, with delivery due in April, making this a final chance to secure the model before allocations close…
13
Jan
12 Art: staying in 12th scale, delivery will start during February of the three colours available for its model of the 1979 to 1985 Mercedes 350SL (R107), each limited to an edition of 60 pieces only...
KK Scale: continues its film car theme in 12th scale with 1982 Ferrari 308 GTS Quattrovalvoles from the TV series "Magnum PI" & the film "Against All Odds". It also has the 1996 Porsche 911 GT2 in 18th scale, in four colours and each on either BBS or Speedline wheels. Those wheels are also available as accessory sets...
Spark: an upcoming shipment brings a strong mix of Le Mans, GT3, touring car, rally and F1 releases with many now in final allocation, making this your last chance to secure them. Key highlights include the Alpine A424, Aston Martin Vantage GT3 Evos, BMW’s Bathurst and Le Mans M4 GT3 entries, Cadillac’s V-Series.R challengers, multiple Porsche 911 GT3Rs from Nürburgring and Bathurst, Ford Puma Rally1 Monte Carlo and Japan contenders, and Red Bull RB21 and Sauber C45 variations in both 1:43 and 1:64. With several subjects nearing end of production, pre order windows are closing fast…
12
Jan
Minichamps: indications are that the first delivery of these newly announced 1:12/1:18/1:43/1:64 Lando Norris Abu Dhabi World Championship models with driver figure and pitboard along with three 1:64 Ayrton Senna 1994 Williams FW16 models will be during the summer...
09
Jan
Carbone: has produced its third version of the 1927 Harrington bodied Mercedes 630K Sports-Tourer, this one as the car exists today with green and black bodywork, disc covered wheels and no boot locker at the rear...
08
Jan
Spark: in a further announcement following the earlier 1:43 road car group, this new selection of 1:18 road car subjects brings an equally strong mix of upcoming high-detail resincast releases. Leading the line is the Aston Martin Vantage 2025, joined by the dramatic Aston Martin Valiant 2024 and the beautifully refined Gordon Murray T.33. Porsche enthusiasts are treated to two key additions in larger scale: the 2025 911 Carrera GTS Coupe (992.2) finished in Guards Red, and the rugged 911 Dakar (992) in White. All are resincast releases in 1:18 scale and now listed for preorder…
Looksmart: arriving Q2 2026, this new Looksmart shipment is your last chance to secure two standout 1:18 GT entries from the 2024 Macau GT Cup! Featured are the Ferrari 296 GT3 #50 driven by Yifei Ye, which finished 11th, and the Ferrari 296 GT3 #51 of Daniel Serra, which claimed 14th. Both models are high-quality resincast releases capturing Ferrari’s aggressive GT3 platform in race-trim detail. Pre-orders are running low, so lock yours in while you still can…
07
Jan
Avenue 43: here are a pair of interesting and unusual models in the shape of the 1964 Formula 3 Delfin Tatra 1100 developed and raced amongst others by Jiri Gajdos, an engineer at Tatra who developed the unusual air-cooled motor in the back of the Delfin chassis...
Autocult: scheduled for first delivery during February are its new 1:43 models of the 1912 Gregoire 15/22 HP Torpille Saloon Alin & Liautard in red and blue, 1940 Kamm K4 BMW, 1956 Astra Gnome & Skoda 979/1 concepts. Happy to see the little known side of automotive history remains the brand's focus..
06
Jan
Spark: it is fitting that our first piece of news for the new year relates to the Dakar rally-raid which got underway on the 3rd. The 1:43 models are of the 2025 Ford Raptor T1+ team of Ekstrom, Guthrie, Roma & Sainz and Dacia Sandriders driven by Al-Attiyah, Gutierrez & Loeb. Also listed is Max Verstappen's 2025 Formula 1 season ending Abu Dhabi winning Red Bull RB21 in 18th scale and with celebratory pitboard...
31
Dec
Spark: last minute 2025 catalogue addition is the EBM Giga Racing Aston Martin GT300 that made a Japanese Super GT300 guest appearance in Malaysia where it finished 33rd driven by Li and Jafaar. The subjest will be avaiable in both 43rd and 64th scales...
BBR: this week’s delivery is focused on a single, high-impact endurance racing centrepiece, presented in large-scale form. The impressive 1:12 Ferrari 499P depicts the AF Corse #83 entry from the 2024 Le Mans 24 Hours, driven by Robert Kubica, Robert Shwartzman and Ye Yifei. Produced as a premium resincast model, this release offers exceptional presence and detailing, capturing Ferrari’s Hypercar contender in display-dominant scale. As ever from BBR, the emphasis is on accuracy, finish and exclusivity, making this a standout addition for collectors of modern Le Mans and Ferrari racing machinery…
19
Dec
Trofeu: the early January programme will bring the three works Audi Quattro from the 1981 Acropolis rally driven by Mikkola, Mouton & Wittmann. Unfortunately none of them finished the event. Michelle Mouton's car is the black painted version...
Cult Scale Models: is producing Aston Martin collectors a treat during Q1/2026 with the news that it will be releasing its 18th scale models of the DB7 i6 Coupe, Lagonda Series 4 plus the Series 2 will have two new colours too...
18
Dec
FC Models: is following up on the success of the first group of 1:20 resin/metal Formula Atlantic March kits with four more. This time there is a Formula 2 version of Bruno Giacomelli's March 772 BMW as well as his Westwood Motorsport Park Atlantic March 77B and Gilles Villeneuve's 77B test car and 76B Road Atlanta winner...
Werk 83: today’s delivery features a pair of classic 1:18 endurance racing icons. Ferrari is represented by the 250 TRI in NART colours from Le Mans, while Porsche fans will note the 908/03, depicting the Targa Florio–winning car driven by Jo Siffert and Brian Redman. Both are produced in diecast form and celebrate two of the most evocative sports racing machines of the era. As ever from Werk 83, this release offers strong presence and period-correct detailing for collectors of classic endurance racing...
Mini GT: today’s delivery adds a pair of 1:64 Formula 1 subjects featuring the Aston Martin AMR24 from the Bahrain Grand Prix. Both cars are offered in race-finish detail, with Lance Stroll’s #18 and Fernando Alonso’s #14 represented, capturing the team’s opening-round performance in compact diecast form. As ever from Mini GT, these releases combine sharp decoration with excellent value, making them ideal additions for modern F1 collectors...
Tecnomodel: today’s delivery features a focused pair of high-end motorsport subjects spanning two scales. In 1:43, the striking Ferrari F40 LM Press car is presented in red, capturing the aggressive GT-era evolution of Ferrari’s iconic supercar. Complementing it in 1:18 is the McLaren MP4/1C, depicting John Watson’s USA Grand Prix–winning Formula 1 car, offered as a detailed resincast centrepiece. As ever from Tecnomodel, both models emphasise precision, authenticity and premium presentation, appealing to collectors of top-tier racing subjects...
IXO: today’s delivery offers a varied mix of road cars, rally machinery and support vehicles across 1:43 and 1:18 scale. Highlights include classic road subjects such as the BMW M1 and Ford Mustang Cobra II, alongside modern rally entries including the Ford Puma Rally1, Toyota Yaris Rally2 and multiple Toyota and Hyundai Rally1 cars from recent WRC events. Also included is the Mercedes Actros MP4 Hyundai Motorsport transporter, while larger-scale 1:18 highlights feature the BMW 528i Spa 24 Hours winner and a strong selection of Hyundai i20N and Toyota Yaris Rally1 podium finishers. As ever from IXO, this release combines accessibility with broad motorsport appeal for all collectors...
Spark: today’s delivery brings together a broad mix of motorsport and road car subjects across 1:43 and 1:18 scale, spanning Formula 1, endurance racing, touring cars and modern road machinery. Highlights include Spa 24 Hours entries from Alfa Romeo, BMW and Ford, Le Mans icons from Callaway, McLaren and Porsche, classic Formula 1 cars from Honda, Lotus, McLaren, Shadow, Hesketh, Ensign, Spirit and Jordan, plus the striking Aston Martin Valour in Bronze and Metallic Turquoise. Standout 1:18 centrepieces include the Alfa Romeo 8C 2300 and Maserati MC12. As ever from Spark, this delivery focuses on accuracy and presentation, making it a strong addition for collectors...
Schuco: today’s delivery showcases a trio of classic Italian road car subjects across two scales, led by the 1971 Maserati Bora in red as a 1:43 resincast model. Completing the line-up are two 1:18 diecast icons, the Metallic Blue 1979 Lamborghini Countach LP400S and the red 1982 Lancia 037, both representing defining designs of the supercar era. As ever from Schuco, this release offers strong visual presence and faithful detailing, making it an appealing addition for collectors of classic Italian performance cars…
17
Dec
Spark: spread over Q1 & Q2/2026 will be the delivery of this great group of classic Formula 1 models. Rejoice if you are a Lotus fan with many versions of the type 49B joined by 48 & 98T. There's also examples of Arrows, Benetton, Brabham, McLaren, Osella, Spirit & Williams. Also coming are two more current McLaren & Mercedes team Formula 1 transporters. Apologies for the poor picture quality which will be updated as soon as the factory release them...
KK Scale: another in its great value 12th scale models will be the 1985 Mercedes 450SL in both European and US aspecifications. The two US cars were both seen on screen with the red appearing in "Dallas" and the black in "American Gigolo". The models each have opening panels to show off interior and engine details and there is also a removable softop too...
Ixo: continues to expand its 18th scale limited edition Porsche sports racing line by adding the three Le Mans 2023 Penske Porsche 963s, 2018 Petit Le Mans works Porsche 911 RSR, 2023 Porsche Supercup champion & 2025 Nurburgring 24hrs Porsche 911 GT3 Cup #919...
16
Dec
15
Dec
RGM Design: (by BBR) is working on 18th scale resincast models of the 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 which will be available in four colours...
Looksmart: today’s delivery brings a focused pair of new arrivals for Formula 1 and endurance racing collectors, featuring Ferrari driver Charles Leclerc’s 2025 Miami Grand Prix helmet presented in 1:5 display scale, alongside the Ferrari 499P Hypercar that competed at Le Mans 2024 in AF Corse #83 colours with Kubica, Shwartzman and Ye, both available to order…
Pop Race: another unusual, but very welcome for British race fans, is a 1:64 diecast model of the Demon Tweeks 1988 BTCC VW Golf GTi raced in period by a host of well known drivers...
Para 64: will ship during Q2/2026, 1:64 diecast models of Mauro Engel's 2024 Macau GT winning Mercedes AMG GT3 Evo, the 1978 test version of Porsche's "Moby Dick" plus the Coetzee/Leeke Toyota Hilux 4x4 Turbo winners of the 1995 Rustenburg 400. What's the Rustenburg 400 you may ask? It was a round of South Africa's Of Road Championship making for a highly unusual choice for a model car subject...
Tameo: confirms the first delivery of its very exciting highly detailed 1:24 kit of Niki Lauda's 1975 Formula 1 World Championship winning Ferrari 312T will be early January. The kit is modelled on the Italian Grand Prix where Lauda's third place took the championship and teammate Clay Regazzoni won the race...
12
Dec
Looksmart: today’s delivery showcases a quartet of exquisitely hand-built 1:43 modern road car subjects. Headlining the release is Ferrari’s striking 12Cilindri Spider (2024), with the Metallic Red example available in stock, while Silver and Yellow variants are also available to order, each capturing the elegance and drama of Ferrari’s latest V12-era open-top flagship. Completing the line-up is Lamborghini’s bold new Temerario (2024) in Orange, a sharp-edged statement of Sant’Agata’s next-generation performance vision. As ever from Looksmart, each model combines precision craftsmanship with showroom-fresh presence, making this delivery a standout for contemporary supercar collectors...
11
Dec
Matrix: each in a choice of three options, the 1932 Alfa Romeo 6C 1750SV Figoni, 1958-1962 Ford Zodiac 206E Mk2 Convertible & 1968-1971 Marcos 3-Litre GT 1:43 models are scheduled to appear mid-year...
Cult Scale Models: spotted on its web site is this new reference for the 1966 to 1969 Jaguar 420 which will become available during Q2/2026 in Regency Red, British Racing Green & Opalescent Silver Blue...
KK Scale: is adding several more race subjects of its rather nice 1:12 Ferrari 250GTO model with the Scarlatti/Ferraro 4th Targa Florio 1962, Dumay/Elde 4th Le Mans 1963 & Hermann Cordes Avus 1963 versions plus a blue 1985 Lamborghini Countach LP5000S QV to go with a selection of reissues of previous examples of the GTO & Countach as well...
09
Dec
KK Scale: is to reissue a couple of its originl colours of the 18th scale 1984 & 1986 Ferrari Testarossa models and adding a number of new colours too. Highlight is the metallic black 1984 US spec car that famously first appeared as a "baddy car" in the TV series "Miami Vice" before being repainted white for continued police use...
Matrix: we should have delivery of the 1995-1996 Jaguar XJS 4.0 Celebration Convertible and 1968-1973 Mercedes 250C 1:43 resincast models before the Christmas holidays. Each are available in three colours and the Jaguar offers one with the roof closed...
Ixo America: is very keen with this announcement of several 2026 IndyCar Dallara DW12 diecast models in both 1:18 & 1:64. For the moment, that choice is limited to Dixon, Ferrucci, Malukas, McLaughlin, Newgarden, O'Ward, Power & Rossi...
Kess: adds two more classic Alfa Romeo models to its Q2/2026 production schedule. The subjects are two more colours of its previously released 1957 1900C SS Zagato Coupe and the 1975 Alfetta GT Pininfarina Eagle Cabriolet in both open or closed roof versions...
08
Dec
Lando Norris - 2025 World Champion Collection: Lando Norris’ rise to the top of Formula 1 became reality in 2025, a season defined by standout victories, relentless pace, and a title fight that went all the way to Abu Dhabi. To celebrate this historic achievement, we have pulled together an extensive range of models across 1:64, 1:43, 1:18 and 1:12 scales, covering every major chapter of Norris’ championship campaign—including his race wins, key podiums, helmets, and the Constructors’ Championship pairing with Oscar Piastri. From Melbourne to Monaco, Silverstone to Brazil, and finally the new pre-release for Abu Dhabi where Norris secured the points needed to become World Champion, find the complete Lando Norris 2025 World Champion selection here...
Ixo: also have quite a few new limited edition GT sports racing models newly listed too, mostly 18th scale Porsche 911s in Le Mans/Petit Le Mans RSR, Nurburgring 911 GT3R & Carrera Cup specs, Mercedes AMG GT3 Evos including the British GT Championship D2 version and there are a couple of surprise releases at the same moment including the Le Mans 2018 "Pink Pig" in 12th scale...
Ixo: has produced a production update as well a several new subjects added to its forward planning of current and classic road, rally & Dakar BMW, Ford, Hyundai & Toyota diecast models. Several of the WRC cars will be produced as dirty versions...
Marsh Models: today’s delivery brings a trio of beautifully hand-built 1:43 historic sports-racing subjects. Leading the group is the Chaparral 2F that took 1st place at the 1967 Brands Hatch 6 Hours, driven by Phil Hill and Mike Spence. Joining it are two classic Lotus 23 entries: the 8th-place Laguna Seca 1964 car driven by Stan Hudson, and the 1962 Pomona entrant raced by Frank Monise. Each model captures an iconic chapter of early American and international sports car racing...
05
Dec
Spark: has news of new 1:43 models to come during early next year. There's a great selection of the 2025 DTM GT3 grid, 2025 Porsche Carrera Cup national champions, Las Vegas Formula 1 helmets and a good mix of classic Le Mans subjects too...
04
Dec
Looksmart: in what feels like daily updates just now, today we report on 1:43 Emil Frey Racing 2025 DTM Ferrari 296 GT3s of Jack Aitken and Ben Green expected during Q2/2026...
03
Dec
BBR: will release later this month four colour versions of specific chassis numbers of the 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica Series III produced as 18th scale hand made limited edition models...
Looksmart: couldn't resist the challenge of making 5th scale miniatures of Lewis Hamilton's white sparkle crash helmet worn in the Las Vegas Grand Prix this year. It will also produce teammate Charles Leclerc's helmet with glitter gold trim...
02
Dec
Mini GT: if you've been lucky enough to attend the Ford Performance Racing School then here's the perfect souvenir, a 1:64 diecast Ford Mustang Dark Horse school car coming mid-year along with 2025 Daytona 24hrs Meyer Shank Racing Acura ARX-06 GTP #93 & AWA Racing Chevrolet Corvette Z06 GT3.R...
GCAM: there are five new 43rd scale historic Le Mans resin/metal kits being readied for December release, three Frazer Nash from the 1949, 1950 & 1951 races plus the two GM GC2s from 1925...
Looksmart: continues to be busy developing new models here announcing 1:12 Lewis Hamilton & Charles Leclerc Ferrari SF-25s from the happy early season races and the Lamborghini Temerario Super Trofeo press version in both 1:43 and 1:18...
28
Nov
Tecnomodel: it is going to be a busy 2026 for this brand as they tell us about yet another fabulous 18th scale Formula 1 choice that is in the works. How does the Jean Alesi & Gerhard Berger 1993 Ferrari F93A sound? There will be two versions per driver to chose from when released during Q3/2026...
27
Nov
BBR: a fresh delivery arriving today brings four new 1:43 Ferrari subjects from BBR and its Concept43 range. Leading the road car interest is the striking new Ferrari 12Cilindri 2024 in red, available in both Coupe and Spider form, each hand-built in classic 43rd scale. On the racing side, Formula 1 collectors are treated to Charles Leclerc’s Ferrari SF-24 – 1st Italy 2024 (#16), another hand-built highlight, while attention also turns to the future with the Ferrari SF-25 – 8th China Sprint 2025 (#16), a resincast release capturing Ferrari’s latest challenger. All four models are available to order now, with limited numbers expected…
BBR: announces the plan to make 18th scale hand built models of the year 2000 Ferrari 550 Barchetta which will come in seven colour options...
New Books: worth considering for the library are the annual "bible" for Porsche racing fans "Porsche Sport 2025" and a biography of "Alan Stacey: His Life And Lotus Career"...
Ixo: has lots of 1:43 & 1:18 current rally interest, a couple of classic touring cars & one road car slated for December delivery so be quick for any last minute preorders for Sesks Ford Puma, Fourmaux/Tanak/Cherain Hyundai i20, Wagner/Kajetanowicz Skoda Fabia, Evans/Ingram/Potty/Loix Toyota Yaris, Spa 24hrs 1982 BMW 528i & 1987 street version too in gold...
26
Nov
DSN 43: likewise, this sister brand to Trofeu has three new models for December offering a couple of Porsche models, a Le Mans 1970 911S and a Monte Carlo 1976 911 Carrera RS along with the Mako Jeans Opel Kadett GTE from Portugal 1983...
Trofeu: there are three newly listed preorder rally models coming in December offering the Austin MacHale RAC 1988 Ford Sierra RS Cosworth, a Jagermeister sponsored Ford Escort RS2000 from the Monte and 33 Export Alpine A110 that failed to finish the Tour de la Reunion island in the Indian Ocean...
Le Mans Miniatures: is putting into production 1:18 models of the Le Mans 1926 Lorraine Dietrich B3-6 team of three which finished first, second and third . The winning car (#6) comes with the choice of either roof open or roof closed...
25
Nov
BBR: by offering four new colours, it is reviving its 18th scale Ferrari 488 Pista and has the Pagani Utopia Roadster now listed in a choice of five colour options...
Tecnomodel: another classic Formula 1 subject added to the 18th scale future production roll call is the Ferrari powered 1991 Minardi M191 raced during the year by Pier-Luigi Martini, Gianni Morbidelli and Roberto Moreno...
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