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09
Feb
Tamiya: in the summer will reissue its three 1:24 plastic kits of the classic Mk1 Mini Cooper in Austin, Morris & British Saloon Car Championship racing versions. Also being reissued is the Porsche 934 Vaillant DRM 1976 expected to appear next month...
06
Feb
Looksmart: a high-end 1:43 hand-built road car delivery is listed for today, showcasing three striking modern exotics. New additions include the Bugatti W16 Mistral (2022) finished in gold, the Ferrari Amalfi (2025) in classic red, and the futuristic Lamborghini Lanzador Monterey (2023) in metallic blue. Premium resin craftsmanship throughout, with all models available to order…
Spark: a trio of new 1:64 Macau GT releases arrive, all from the 2024 event. The latest listings cover the Mercedes-AMG GT3 Evo #99 driven by Jules Gounon (19th) plus two Porsche 911 GT3R entries – #88 Heinrich (13th) and #911 Picariello (4th). Compact scale, sharp liveries and perfect additions for GT and street-circuit collections, now available to order…
Spark: Isack Hadjar, Racing Bulls and fans of Formula 1 special decorations will be keen to preorder these two 1:18 models from the British & Miami Grands Prix. The Silverstone car is the work of artist Olaolu Slawn while the Miami version is all in pink...
05
Feb
BBR: at the Italian Grand Prix last year, Ferrari ran its SF-25s in a retro decoration celebrating 50 years since Niki Lauda won the 1975 World Championship in its 312T. Both Charles Leclerc's 2nd placed and Lewis Hamilton's 6th placed cars will be modelled in 12th scale...
04
Feb
Spark: is going to make 5th scale crash helmet models of the designs used by both Williams Formula 1 drivers Alex Albon and Carlos Sainz Jnr during the 2025 Mexican Grand Prix. Expect delivery during Q2 this year...
BBR: the latest delivery brings a trio of high-end 1:43 hand-built models, led by the striking Alfa Romeo SZ (ES30) 1990 in red, alongside two major endurance racing highlights from Le Mans 2025 with the Ferrari 499P #83 AF Corse, race winner driven by Kubica/Hanson/Ye, and the #51 Ferrari AF Corse entry of Pier Guidi/Calado/Giovinazzi which finished third overall. Due to high demand and very limited production numbers, availability on the Ferrari 499P models is now extremely tight and they may no longer be available to order, so early enquiries are strongly advised…
KK Scale: only on Monday we suggested how busy this brand will be this year judged by the number of new model announcements and here we are again with news that it is to reissue its 1:18 1971 Ferrari 365GTC in red whie adding a metallic brown version which is a so 1970s colour...
03
Feb
JPS: super news for 43rd scale model kit builders with the announcement of two new excellent painted kits of the Le Mans 1955 MGA #41/64 placed 14th and 17th respectively and David Piper's 1968 Ferrari 250LM that finished 7th...
Tameo Kits: in the latest delivery listings, and marking the first wave of arrivals, is a superb 1:24 resin/metal kit recreating the Ferrari 312T, winner at Monza 1975, carrying race numbers #11/#12 and driven by Niki Lauda and Clay Regazzoni. A classic Formula 1 subject from Ferrari’s dominant mid-1970s era, with further deliveries to follow, this large-scale kit is now available to order…
Matrix:The latest Matrix delivery focuses on a true pre-war classic, with the Alfa Romeo 6C 2500S Berlinetta Touring (1939) arriving in Blue, Metallic Grey, and Red, all in 1:43 scale. These beautifully finished resin models capture the elegance of one of Alfa Romeo’s most iconic road cars, produced in strictly limited numbers and aimed squarely at serious collectors...
KK Scale: gosh this is a busy brand just now with another new 12th scale budget diecast announcement of the Porsche 911RS (964) with opening doors and engine cover listed in red, white, blu & black and the option of Cup or Speedline wheels...
Pop Race: also 1:64 news but this time a couple of classics with the Mazda 787B 6th Le Mans 1991 #18 and Honda Civic (EG6) JTCC 1993 #14 JACCS which won its class in that year's championship...
Mini GT: only the one new 64th scale diecast set for Q3 launch and it is the GTD Pro 2025 Daytona 24hrs Chevrolet Corvette Z06 GT3.R #3 crewed to 28th place by Tommy Milner, Nicky Catsburg & Nicolas Varrone...
30
Jan
Esval: first group announcement for 2026 is full of new colour combinations and/or year changes on existing 1:43 models of Cisitalia, Fiat, Hispano-Suiza, Kaiser, Mercedes, Peerless & Willys...
Books: In today's delivery is the latest edition of Autocourse 2025/2026 (#75), the definitive annual review covering the 2025 Formula 1 season, major GT and sports car racing, and key single-seater championships. A must-have reference title for motorsport fans and collectors alike. Now available to order...
Marsh Models: arriving today is a classic 1:43 resin/metal kit with the March 83G Chevrolet Watkins Glen 6 Hours 1984 #16 Pennzoil, driven by Hinze/Coconis/Whittington. A much-requested IMSA-era subject, this is now available in stock...
29
Jan
KK Scale: more news from this excellent budget diecast brand with the announcement of a 1961 Ferrari 250GT SWB in 12th scale with opening panels to showoff the interior and engine detailing. The first models are expecting during March in the choice of Rosso Corsa (of course!), yellow and metallic blue...
Profil 24: has a couple of really exciting 1:24 Le Mans resin/metal kits newly listed with the 1956 winning Ecurie Ecosse Jaguar D-Type due any moment and the 2025 Aston Martin Valkyrie to follow later in the year...
28
Jan
27
Jan
Matrix: has a new Rolls Royce model to come in 43rd scale with the news of a choice of three colours on its 1998 to 2002 Silver Seraph. The release date is set for during this first quarter of the year...
KK Scale: the last list of new models offered Porsche 911 (964), this time around there are some new colour combinations for its existing 1:18 budget diecast Porsche 911SC Targa and Porsche 911 Carrera 3.2 Coupe models expected during March...
Looksmart: will be making a blue carbon version of its Ferrar F80. If anything like its previous coloured carbon decorations, this will look stunning as a 43rd model...
26
Jan
Looksmart: is quick off the mark here by announcing a 1:43 model of the Bugatti FKP Hommage shown to the press just a few days ago, an inhouse recreation of the early 2000s Veyron...
FC Models: a late January delivery brings a focused group of 1:20 resin/metal kits celebrating classic March single-seaters from the mid-1970s. The shipment centres on Gilles Villeneuve and Bruno Giacomelli, with the March 76B Road Atlanta winner and multiple March 77B test and race configurations represented, alongside the March 772 BMW Formula 2 entry. All are large-scale 1:20 kits aimed squarely at experienced builders and classic single-seater enthusiasts, and are now available to order…
23
Jan
Tameo: has started work on its next 43rd scale release which will be the 1981 Ligier JS17 Austrian Grand Prix winner of Jacques Laffite. The kit will also make teammate Patrick Tambay and the decal set will be made available as a separate item if an extra might be needed...
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...

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