Diecast Model Car

Austin Healey Diecast Model Cars

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Austin Healey was a brand of sports car established through a joint venture arrangement set up in 1952 between Leonard Lord of the Austin division of the British Motor Corporation (BMC) and Donald Healey, a renowned automotive engineer and designer. The car came with a real 4 speed manual transmission, still with overdrive. This one of a kind model is sure to sell out quickly.

BMW Diecast Model Cars

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BMW is world renowned as a performance and luxury car maker, and the parent company of both Rolls-Royce and the increasingly popular MINI. But, its history includes a long stint in manufacturing airplane engines and becoming expert producers of motorcycles -- a BMW signature that continues to thrive today.

The Bayerische Motoren Werke (BMW) was founded in 1922 as an automobile manufacturer but its mission was derailed by WWII and its major plant all but destroyed. After the war, the allies permitted the company to resume the production of motorcycles. With new leadership, BMW expanded its operations and in 1959 restructured the company under Eberhard Kuenheim who led the company into a new era. His vision took BMW beyond the bounds of its European reach and raised the brand to global prominence.

BMWs not only took to the roadways of the world, but to the race tracks and rallies as well. The fastest models have won virtually all of racing's most prestigious awards.

Today BMW's portfolio offers a series of models that appeal to a range of tastes and resources. There is a model designed for the "point of entry" BMW owner, a series of executive cars, grand touring models, sedans, roadsters famed for their zero-to-60mph records, and newly minted SUVs made largely for the American market. Each series carries with it an appropriate price tag that reflects amenities, equipment and under-the-hood horsepower. BMWs are also a top favorite for those with more modest pocketbooks, but their models generally appear in die cast car collections where even the finest and most rare BMW models are affordable

Buick Diecast Model Cars

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The Buick Motor Division is written into nearly every chapter of American automotive history. By 1899, the Scottish-born division's founder was busy building gasoline engines and by 1903, the first Buick eased its way onto the streets of Flint, Michigan.

Over the century, the company jockeyed for top spot with other American giants like Ford and Cadillac. It suffered its downturns, reorganizations, and financial challenges but never lost the spirit that made it a pillar for the world's largest automaker, GM.

Many of the company's cars set early records such as winning the first Indianapolis race in 1909 that was the precursor to the Indy 500. A similar Buick went on to set an endurance record in 1914 by being the first car to drive across South America and in 1925 a Buick was transported around the world - sans driver - to demonstrate the reliability of its international delivery capabilities. Buick also took on a tug-of war with an elephant and won.

Like most automakers, Buick had to tough-out the Great Depression and then turned to making military engines and Red Cross ambulances during WWII. Through all the twists and turns of time the company changed leadership, created new strategies and styles, and survived. In 1961, Buick broke new ground with its V-6 Special and was recognized as Motor Trend's Car of the Year.

Keeping pace with change and honoring tradition, Buick today is the American automotive exemplar for GM worldwide. On a more personal scale, its classic and historical models are favorites for die cast car collectors everywhere

Cadillac Diecast Model Cars

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Somewhere in its mid-history, Cadillac became more than a car. It became synonymous with elegance, the best-of-the-best. Cadillac's history actually started with Henry Ford as one of his earliest ventures was headed for failure. A consultant was called in to dismantle Ford's folly looked at the car and paired it with an engine made by Oldsmobile. This hybrid horseless carriage became the Cadillac Automobile Company, which was purchased by GM in 1908.

Throughout its history, Cadillac has been driven by this kind of innovate thinking; it was unafraid to make the first change from a "crank system" to the electric starter; incorporated the powerful V8 and 16-cylinder engines in its cars; and pioneered automatic transmissions. In 1910, Cadillac introduced the first enclosed cab as standard equipment.

Of course, history will long remember Cadillac's singular sense of design: its introduction of the sweeping tail fin and elegance of its elongated body are American icons. Mid-century, when people thought of luxury and the ultimate ride, it was a Cadillac (perhaps a convertible) that first came to mind. Today, American car collectors lovingly restore such classic models and parade them proudly at car shows and events. The lovely miniature Cadillac convertibles with their generous fins are also a necessity in any miniature model car collection.

Responding to competition from other luxury manufacturers and the demands for greater fuel efficiency, Cadillac added new models to its line. But, it remains unafraid of its roots and introduced the large, impressive GMC Cadillac Escalade as its first SUV in 1999. Remaining true to its vision, the company's slogan is "Life, Liberty and the Pursuit

Callaway Diecast Model Cars

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Callaway has focus, vision and a dedicated base of enthusiasts who watch the company's every move with awe and admiration. The prestigious company had modest beginnings in the garage of Reeves Callaway in Old Lyme, Connecticut in 1977. There, he modified and engineered power- cars such as BMWs and Alfa Romeos. So stunning were his results that, in partnership with GM, the Callaway Twin Turbo Corvette was brought to market.

Only select owners would to claim these specialized cars. The company produced just 500 of the B2Ks between 1987 and 1991, and each car received individual attention to production details. According to reviews, the Callaway Corvette was the only model to retain tremendous power (345 hp and 465 lb.-ft torque) while remaining within federal emission guidelines. Of course, it was also beautiful: deliciously sleek and jewel-like in its appearance.

Over the years of production, the Callaway Corvette evolved with new options, materials and technology. In 1992, GM made changes and Callaway followed suit with its new Supernatural series. The company began to offer more options and the ability to really personalize. It also continued to "up" the horsepower capacity. Callaway broadened its palette to include other models such as Camero and Impala. Individuals could order directly from the company in Old Lyme or from authorized dealers.

Chevrolet Diecast Model Cars

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Fondly known as the Chevy, GM's best known brand took an early lead in American car production. The company was started in 19 13 by immigrant Louis Chevrolet, a former French racing car driver, and William C. Durant. Just five years later, General Motors purchased Chevrolet and has guided its fate ever since.

One of GM's earliest innovations was to take the Chevy to an international audience. In 1923, General Motors International was established in Copenhagen. The plan was to market the popular appeal of Chevys to drivers in Scandinavia, Germany and Eastern European countries, including Russia.

Chevy consistently offered a diversity of products and looks -- many built on similar chasises but sporting a variety of panels and embellishments. The company also kept improving mechanics and performance and, in 1929 introduced a six-cylinder engine for commercial vehicles. Chevy showed its early adeptness at producing trucks in 1935 with the launch of the « ton Suburban Carryall that could accommodate eight passengers. In 1950, Chevy achieved another first by offering a low-priced model with automatic shifting.

Chevy kept pace with America offering subcompact cars, many mid-sized cars and one of the nation's top large models -- the Silverado Pickup with its impressive styling that symbolizes power under the hood. Chevy did, however, have its somewhat embarrassing moment in history when it introduced the Covair in 1960: a squat car with rear-engine drive whose appearance and poor performance became fodder for jokes. By 1969 it was discontinued and now fondly collected by countless die cast fans and proudly driven by owners of the few remaining on the road.

Chevy remains a mainstream American favorite and fans still recall 1963 when one of every ten cars sold in the U.S. was a Chevrolet

Chrysler Diecast Model Cars

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The 1957 300C is generally considered the classic year of the 300 "letter series", and was the first year a convertible option was offered. New styling was brought in, with a yawning wide front grille and fins; the Hemi engine was upgraded to 392 inch 6.4 Liter and 375 hp. This is the perfect 1957 Brown Chrysler 300C Diecast Model Car for the race enthusiast.

Datsun Diecast Model Cars

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The 240z was a legendary sports car created by nissan. Due to its relatively low price compared to other foreign sports cars of the time (Jaguar and Porsche), it became popular in the United States and was a major success for the Nissan Motor Corporation, which at the time sold cars in North America under the name Datsun. In 2004, Sports Car International named this car number two on the list of Top Sports Cars of the 1970s. Here is your chance to own a collectible 1970 White Datsun 240Z Diecast Model Car that changed sports cars as we know them.

Ferrari Diecast Model Cars

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As early as 1929, Ferrari was all about high performance. The Italian company was founded by Enzo Ferrari and was dedicated to sponsoring racing teams. It is from this early era, however, that the signature horse (cavellino, in Italian) used on the Ferrari logo first appeared. Legend says that a countess suggested to Enzo the image would bring his racing team good luck as it had been used by her son - a WWI Ace pilot - on his plane.

The idea of becoming a manufacturer of stylish and fast road cars was far from young Enzo's mind, even in 1938, when he became the head of Alfa Romeo's racing division. His focus was on high performance cars and racing until his division was sidelined by WWII. After the war, Enzo Ferrari came into his own, producing the first Ferrari road car in 1947 - the 125S. But, his eye remained on the high performance prize. It's reported that he only produced and sold the Ferrari road cars to finance his racing passions.

High Style, High Performance

Car fanciers world over took note of the very sleek styling and superior performance of Ferrari road car models and demand rose. Ferrari reportedly was unimpressed with his popular success, thinking that wealthy people were purchasing his artfully designed road cars as mere "accessories" and not for the high performance under the hood.

At the same time, Ferrari race cars tore up tracks throughout the racing world. Ferrari's racing division, Scuderia, was in the first Formula One World Championship in 1950. The following year, Ferrari's team won the British Grand Prix. Since then, the team has logged hundreds of wins and claimed 15 World Driver Championship titles. Scuderia drivers claimed 201 Grand Prix victories and dozens of racing worlds' top drivers.

Meanwhile, lovers of high performance cars with equally high style, continued to want Ferrari road cars. The company produced a handful of "types" that include the Sports, GT, Spyder/Cabriolet, 2+2 and America lines. It's most successful and popular model is the Two-seat Gran Turismo.

Ferrari's "Supercars" reached a whole new level of performance, luxury and price. These cars are produced in limited editions and sport futuristic design along with Ferrari's own rules about where and when they may be driven by their owners. The 2005 Ferrari XXX, for example, carried a price tag of $2.5 million. Famed race driver Michael Schumaker was presented with the last of only 20 Ferrari XXX's to be produced when he retired from Formula One racing in 2006.

Thriving in both the racing and road car world, Ferrari is undisputedly synonymous with high performance and automotive success. The majority of the company is now owned by the Fiat Group and Enzo's son, Piero, retains a 10% interest

Ford Diecast Model Cars

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Henry Ford became a legend in car manufacturing, not only because of the company's profitability but also because of the many innovations it brought to the industry. Ford started the Detroit company in 1903 with $28,000 collected from 12 investors. Among those investors were John and Horace Dodge who went on to build their own company in 1914.

GMC Diecast Model Cars ...more

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GMC Canyon Diecast Model Truck. The GMC Canyon was introduced in 2004 to replace the Chevrolet S10 and GMC Sonoma. The Canyon is offered in both manual and automatic transmissions. GM also offers either a rear-wheel drive or four-wheel drive drivetrain with standard, extended, and four-door crew cab bodystyles.

Harley Davidson Diecast Model Cars

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The worldwide brand of Harley Davidson had humble beginnings inside a 10' by 18' wooden shed in Milwaukee, Wisconsin where William Harley and Arthur Davidson outfitted a bicycle with a small engine. The friends fine-tuned their effort and in 1906 built a small factory where they produced about 50 motorcycles that year. Today's expansive corporate headquarters occupy the same location today.

Jaguar Diecast Model Cars

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Throughout the James Bond series of films Q Branch has given Bond a wide variety of vehicles with which to battle his enemies. Among the most noteworthy gadgets Bond has been equipped with have been various vehicles that have numerous modifications to include weapons systems, anti-pursuit systems, alternate transportation modes, and various other functions. No collection is complete without this 2003 Green Jaguar XKR Roadster Diecast Model Car.

Lamborghini Diecast Model Cars

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Lamborghini supercars and racing models are among the automotive crown jewels of Italian origin. When Ferruccio Lamborghini founded his car company in 1963, he was already a wealth entrepreneur. Having made his millions by producing agricultural tractors, he was fond of driving and owned many sports cars in his livery of high performance automobiles. Among his collection was a Ferrari which he once discussed with Enzo Ferrari, founder of the Italian racing line. According to Mr. Lamborghini, Enzo suggested that he might be better suited to driving tractors than race cars. This remark reportedly led to Ferruccio taking on a personal challenge to build his own cars that would rival Ferrari in more ways than one

Land Rover Diecast Model Cars

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Think Land Rover and think adventure. The boxy, four-wheel drive vehicles have traversed some of the globe's toughest terrain and lived to tell the tale.

The precursor to today's stylish Land Rover was developed on an island off the coast of England and Wales. There a designer for the British carmaker Rover set out to build an all-terrain car that could easily handle the rough landscape of rocks and hills on country farms. He took a fancy, it's claimed, to a WWII American Jeep and used a Jeep chassis to make the first Land Rover.

Land Rover Diecast Model Cars

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Lincoln Diecast Model Cars

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Perhaps the most famous Batmobile, the one from the 1966-1968 live action television show, began life as a Ford concept car called the Lincoln Futura, built over a decade earlier in 1955. Customized with high tech gadgets and weapons to battle enemies, this car has it all. This 1966 Black Original Series Batmobile Diecast Model is the perfect car for the serious collector.

Lotus Diecast Model Cars

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The very seductive Lotus driven by James Bond in two 007 films, had very humble beginnings. It was initially hand built by British racing enthusiast Anthony Chapman in his girlfriend's garage. The aim was to create a very light weight car with superior speed and handling performance.

Chapman started racing his cars in about 1948 and by 1955 had established Lotus Cars, Ltd. That was after he had taken on a Type 37 Bugatti (considered unbeatable) in a 1950 race at Silverstone and surprised everyone by winning!

Mazda Diecast Model Cars

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Through strategic management and vision, Nissan has become one of the world's biggest competitors to America's Big Three automakers. It made its mark over decades by focusing on its corporate slogan "Shift_". This does not refer to gears and auto transmissions but to a philosophy. To Nissan, "Shift_" means the ability to change, react, push boundaries and be nimble in a very complex international market.

Diecast Model Mercedes

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This long, distinguished line of German cars owes part of its name to luck. Race car driver Emil Jellinek had his daughter's name written on his cars for good luck. Mercedes (meaning "grace" in Spanish) became the name of the car that Jellinek ordered built to his specifications by the German carmaker DMG. In 1900, the engine was dubbed the "Daimler-Mercedes," and the car called the Mercedes 35 HP.

Reportedly, Jellinek was very exacting about what he wanted in these special cars and is remembered for saying, "I don't want a car for today or tomorrow, it will be the car of the day after tomorrow".

Mercury Diecast Model Cars

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Mercury was produced by Ford in 1939 as an entry-level luxury car. It was a few rungs on the ladder below the prestigious Lincoln, but far more classy than a standard sedan or coupe.

Mercury had some notable successes during the 1950s and 1960s when it distinguished itself from Ford with unique body designs. Unlike many new makes adopted by existing companies, Mercuries were built from the ground-up, their own cars, not just adapted to the Lincoln and Ford line. These unique models are favorites of fans who drive "vintage" Mercuries and those who collect them as die cast models.

MINI Diecast Model Cars

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Britain's most popular car made a giant and successful leap across the pond in the year 2000, appearing as the BMW MINI (all caps) and becoming an instant favorite among a certain American motoring mindset. Before that, the Mini, produced by the British Motor Corporation (BMC) turned car design in Great Britain topsy-turvey with new concepts.

Mitsubishi Diecast Model Cars

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The origins of this Japanese car company run deep and long. The ownership is trace back to 1870 and Yataro Iwasaki from an island run by the powerful Tosa Clan. Mr. Iwasaki worked on behalf of the clan and founded a successful shipping company that was subsequently handed down through the generations, bearing the three-diamond emblem that symbolized the Tosa Clan.

Movie Diecast Model Cars

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The Batmobile, depicted in the 2005 film Batman Begins and the 2008 sequel The Dark Knight, commonly referred to as the Tumbler, owes more to the tank like vehicle from Frank Miller's Batman: The Dark Knight Returns than to the sleek automobiles seen in previous movies. Armed with an arsenal of weapons and gadgets this car is ready to take on anything. This 2008 Black Batmobile Diecast car would make a fine addition to any collection.

Nissan Diecast Model Cars

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Nissan's history began in 1918 with a car named DAT -- which subsequently morphed to the more familiar Datsun

OCC Diecast Model Cars

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This Orange County, NY, motorcycle manufacturer had the great fortune of being the focus of the popular reality TV Show "American Chopper." It debuted in 2002 and the tough biker image of its stars -- and OCC owners -- complimented perfectly their mechanical and engineering prowess. It made Orange County Choppers custom motorcycles a household brand that melded artistry and mechanics on the air.

The company has its roots in the Teutul family's steel manufacturing business which was started in the 1970s by Paul Teutul, Sr., the patriarch with the Harley tattoo and mighty mustache. As an adjunct to the steel business, he and his son Paul, Jr., (Paulie) started building custom bikes. In 1999

Oldsmobile Diecast Model Cars

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The history of Oldsmobile was a rollercoaster ride that lasted for 107 years and then quietly ended in 2004 as the last sedan rolled out of the factory and was signed by all the assembly line workers. At last gasp, it had the distinction of being one of the world's oldest manufacturers following just behind Daimler and Peugeot.

Panoz Diecast Model Cars

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Over the last 20 years, the name Panoz has become as familiar to racing fans as is the checkered flag. It was an upstart company based on passion for racing and respect for the maverick spirit that fuels the sport.

The journey to America started in 1900 when Eugene Panunzio immigrated from Italy. Here, he became a champion boxer whose name was shortened to Panoz. His son, Donald, took another route and founded a very successful pharmaceutical company in Ireland, which is where Panoz sporting cars really began.

Plymouth Diecast Model Cars

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In the 1920s, Chrysler had a void to fill: it had no entry-level models like its competitors Chevrolet and Ford. In July, 1927, the car company filled that space with the Plymouth, a low priced car that offered upscale standard features not available on competing models. The logo for the car was, appropriately, a view of the Mayflower ship as it landed at Plymouth Rock.

Pontiac Diecast Model Cars

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General Motors Pontiac did not exactly roar onto the scene in 1926 when it first debuted. The idea was to offer a comfortable, roomy car with a certain feeling of luxury but without a hefty price tag. The car was named after Chief Pontiac, an Ottawa chief who stood up to the British after the French-Indian War. Today's Pontiacs echo that theme with the arrowhead logo.

Porsche Diecast Model Cars

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The Porsche motto is, "There is no substitute." This simple statement embodies the vision and focus of this heralded car company from the time of its inception in 1931 to the 21st century. Porsche was founded by an Austro-Hungarian engineer who also designed the first Volkswagen - thus explaining the historic relationship between the two German models. Ferdinand Porsche, an acknowledged genius in his field, had little formal engineering education. He reportedly snuck into university classes whenever his work schedule allowed but was largely self-taught and intuitive.

Renault Diecast Model Cars

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1971 Blue Alpine Renault 1600S Diecast Model Car

The Alpine A110 also known as the "Berlinette" was a sports car produced by the French manufacturer Alpine from 1961 to 1977. The A110 was powered by various Renault engines. The A110 achieved most of its fame in the early 1970s as a victorious rally car. This is the perfect 1971 Blue Alpine Renault 1600S Diecast Model Car for the race enthusiast.

Shelby Diecast Model Cars

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If its muscle you want, Shelby's got plenty. The Shelby Mustang has its genesis in the 1960s and the name of famed Formula One racer Carroll Hall Shelby behind it. This series of special Ford Mustangs was a boutique division in which Carroll Shelby modified the cars and sold them in a series. Fans of Mustangs and Shelby took quickly to the idea of limited edition Muscle Cars, easily identifiable on the roadways of America.

2004 Silver Ford Shelby Cobra Concept Diecast Model Car - Ford's Advanced Product Creation team designed and built the Shelby Cobra concept in five months. The project was led by Manfred Rumpel. Like several other Ford vehicles developed in the early 2000s (such as the Ford GT40 concept, the Ford GT and the fifth-generation Ford Mustang), the Shelby Cobra concept is a modern interpretation of older Ford models. A fine addition to any collection.

Smart Diecast Model Cars

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The idea behind the "smart car" was to create a vehicle easy to park and short enough to allow "nose-in" parking. Its length of (98.4 in) would equal the width of a regular parking slot, allowing two or three smarts to park in the space as one normal car. This 2006 Silver & Blue Smart Fourtwo Diecast Model Car features opening doors, trunk, engine cover, steerable front wheels, and a second set of body panels painted in black.

Toyota Diecast Model Cars

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Toyota has its roots in a 1929 visit to the U.S. by Kiichiro Toyoda, the son of Toyoda Automatic Loom Works founder Sakichi Toyoda. It was his job to look at American car manufacturing and gasoline engines with an eye toward providing Japan with similar domestic vehicles.

By 1934 the automotive division of the Aichi-based company had its first engine and its Model A1 passenger car was ready in 1935. Production was started the next year with the vehicles looking much like Chevrolets and the Dodge Power Wagon. In 1937 the Toyoda auto division was made a separate company and renamed Toyota.

On March 25, 2007, Busch became the first NASCAR NEXTEL Cup driver to win in NASCAR's Car of Tomorrow. He also scored Hendrick Motorsports their 200th NASCAR win (in all series), and also scored Chevrolet's 600th NASCAR victory, the first by the Chevrolet Impala since Wendell Scott's historic 1963 win in Jacksonville, Florida.

Toyota Diecast Model Cars - In 1957 Toyota exported its first vehicle to the U.S. - the Toyota Crown. At the start of 2007, Toyota led the world in car sales and became the most profitable automaker in history. As the US changed from big car days to efficient compacts, Toyota filled the gap - and many of their diecast models show it. The first small Toyota exports are sought after by die cast model collectors.

Volkswagon Diecast Model Cars

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In 1937 the company that would eventually become Volkswagen was founded in what is today Wolfsburg, Germany. It was initially used to start the production and design work of Ferdinand Porsche, but both the man and the factory were derailed by the Nazi cause of WWII.

Weapons and military equipment were manufactured at the plant that was populated mostly with prisoners of war who provided coerced labor. Although Volkswagen transcended this dark part of its history, in 1998 the company established a fund to reach out to more than 2,000 people forced to labor in its plant and provided them with a measure of monetary reparation and formal apologies.

Audi Diecast Model Cars

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The sleek and aerodynamic styling today's Audi models are a preface to what its cars have always been about: performance. It was 1899 and German engineer August Horch started a company which bore his name. But, 10 years later, August was ousted from his company and prevented from taking the family name "Horch" with him as he launched a new car company. Thanks to a young student studying Latin, Horch was handed a new name that's become synonymous with fast, fun and precise engineering. The student pointed out that, in German, Horch means "Listen," and the Latin equivalent is "Audi."

Aston Martin Diecast Model Cars

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Few cars have the panache of an Aston Martin. Billed by the company as "civilized high performance sports cars," the automaker associates itself with edgy technology and artistry. Even its headquarters in Gaydon, England, reflect the sleek and sophisticated feel of its coveted cars.

The company has had many iterations. It was founded in 1913 but over the decades ran into financial challenges and, thus, had many owners -- including a Count, a royal Lady, the Kuwait Investment Office and Ford Motor Company. Each new owner struggled to develop just the right formula for the luxury vehicles that include several series of limited release cars.

The Mark III was a sports car sold by Aston Martin from 1957 through 1959. It was an evolution of the DB2/4 Mark II model it replaced, using an evolution of that car's W.O. Bentley-designed Lagonda 2.9 L 178 cubic inch straight 6 engine. This 1958 Grey Aston Martin DB2-4 Mark 3 Diecast Model Car has stunning build quality and is sure to sell out quickly.

Aston Martin Diecast Model Cars - Few cars have the panache of an Aston Martin. Join James Bond in choosing this diecast model car as one of your favorites. These model cars have become a favorite in movie die cast car collections. Here's a perfect die cast replica of James Bond's Silver Aston Martin V12 Vanquish at a price we can all afford.

AMC Diecast Model Cars

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AMC began its 33 years of history as a partnership born of necessity: become one company or say "farewell" to two. When Nash and Hudson combined operations in 1954 it was an act of survival that proved, over the decades, to be a roller coaster of successes, failures and, sometimes, just plain bad luck.

The AMX name originates from "American Motors eXperimental", a code used on several early prototypes developed by AMC. These were part of the company's attempt to change its "economy car" image to a more performance and youth-oriented market. Beautifully crafted this 1968 Blue AMC AMX Diecast Model Car features opening hood, doors, trunk and steerable front wheels. A fine addition to any collection.

AMC Diecast Model Cars - Once Motor Trend's "Car of the Year", the spunky little favorite is a nostalgic favorite of die cast car collectors. AMC built cars using shared components as you can see with these detailed diecast models. It left behind collectible cars such as the Rambler, Javelin, Hornet, the Pacer and the uniquely designed Gremlin. These are rare model cars from an era of American industry.

Today, AMC might best be remembered for the Rambler, a compact and economical car that carved out a niche when the "Big Three" were busy making cars bigger and less fuel efficient. Once Motor Trend's "Car of the Year", the spunky little favorite got caught up in corporate changes and, although occasionally spotted on the road, is more often a nostalgic favorite of AMC die cast car collectors.

Alfa Romeo Diecast Model Cars

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portiness, speed and a sense of daring have been at the heart of Alfa Romeo since its founding in 1910. Its cars have been celebrated winners in world class racing, symbolized the lifestyle of the rich and bold, romanticized in film, coveted and collected. Designed and manufactured in Italy, the cars are so appealing they have developed a culture of their own in which owners are called "Alfisti." Some rare models are garaged as prized treasures by those fortunate enough to afford such pleasures. Far more are collected as diecast models by "Alfisti" of more modest means.

1750 Berlina sedan was introduced in 1967, based on the existing Giulia range of cars. The car had 1779 cc twin-carb engine and hydraulic clutch. The 1.8 L engine was producing 118 PS (116 hp/87 kW) with two twin sidedraught carburetors. This precision built 1967 White Alfa Romeo 1750 GTV Diecast Model Car features opening hood, doors, trunk and steerable front wheels.

Alfa Romeo Diecast Model Cars - Sportiness, speed and a sense of daring have been at the heart of Alfa Romeo and these diecast model cars show it! These cars have been celebrated in races and film and collected in full size as well as die cast miniature size. Some rare models are garaged as prized treasures by those fortunate enough to afford them, however you can garage your own model car diecast for a small fraction of the real cost!

Diecast Model Car

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The Dodge Viper underwent a major redesign in 2003, courtesy of DaimlerChrysler's Street and Racing Technology group. The new Viper SRT-10 was heavily restyled with sharp, angled bodywork, beautifully crafted 2003 Red Dodge Viper SRT-10 Diecast Model Car features opening hood, doors and steerable front wheels.A great addition to any collection.

Harley Davidson Diecast Motorcycles - Harley Davidson is more than a successful motorcycle company. It's a branded lifestyle, complete with fan clubs, a line of clothing and accessories (including diecast model motorcycles) and a reputation unto itself. The detailed historic die cast models are also a favorite of die cast collectors worldwide. Barely a day goes by when the unmistakable roar of Harley's signature engine is not heard. The die cast models are considerably quieter.