Retro Paradise
Here’s a look at an iconic twin set of Holden Commodores from the Mobil Round Australia Reliability Trial, plus a much rarer Peter Brock race car – the V8 AUSCAR he raced at Calder Park.
Pre-built Models
Models that are already built by the manufacturer
F1 Six-Packs
Bburago released 6-packs of F1 cars a while back – Mercedes, McLaren, Ferrari and Red Bull. Some are decent models, but some are garbage.
Inside the Spark Factory
Take a look inside the Spark factory in China where some of the world’s best collectable scale model race cars are made.
Video: E49 Charger “Issue 2”
Here’s a review of the second issue and model in the Australian Model Car Collection, the 1972 Chrysler VH Valiant Charger R/T E49.
Aussie Sprintcars!
Diecast models of Australian Sprintcars are set to be produced in 1:18 scale by Authentic Collectables, and there’ll be a plain-bodied white version to make it easier to produce custom versions!
Big Models, Big Price
Amalgam Collection produce some of the best scale replicas on the planet. The company specialises in beautiful large scale models of mostly exotic or racing cars. They are typically commission builds in small numbers or bespoke one-offs. But they do come at a cost…
Gibson Commodore Heads CC News
The Gibson Motorsport VP Commodore that placed second at Bathurst in 1993 is the highlight of Classic Carlectables’ latest newsletter, issue 93, July-September 2023.
New Release: Ron Harrop’s EH Holden
Take a look at this new release limited edition Australian race car model and hang around for a special bonus at the end (more Aussie Sports Sedans!).
Larry’s VL
Larry Perkins’ VL Group A Commodore from Sandown in 1988 is the top model in Classic Carlectables’ latest newsletter.
Price Vs Quality
It’s the big issue when collecting models – the good stuff costs more! Spark Vs Minichamps Vs Bburago on a 2022 McLaren F1
Video: Model World Maffra
Have you been to The Maffra Shed? The one that houses a huge 3,500 piece model collection that can be viewed by the public? I went earlier this year and this is what I found.
Rally Car Collection Review
The models in the DeAgostini Rally Car Collection were delivered via post every two weeks. This video takes a look at every piece that made up the full collection.
More Mustangs from Authentics
Authentic Collectables has released another batch of 1/43 scale Ford Mustangs from the Australian Supercars Championship – and they’re looking pretty good! Here’s my video review.
Video Review: The Shell Mustangs
These DJR Team Penske Ford Mustang GT Supercars from Authentic Collectables are high quality diecast models in 1:43 scale. They have the same features and flaws as the previous Mustangs in the 2019 range – but the decoration has been done very differently.
Diecast Review: The New Ford Mustang Supercars
The first Ford Mustang GT Supercars in 1:43 scale have hit the market! Here I review four models from Authentic Collectables’ new tooling, and even make some changes to improve appearance.
Review: A Bad Williams from Minichamps
The passing of Carlos Reutemann the other week reminded me I have a model of the Williams FW07C that he drove in 1981, the year he almost clinched the Formula One World Championship. Unfortunately, it’s also one of the worst F1 models Minichamps has produced.
Quickie Enhancement
Here’s another “how to” post, improving one of the quite basic Onyx Indycar models to enhance its appearance, in this case Michael Andretti’s Newman-Haas Lola from the 1995 Indy 500.
A (Big) Tobacco Batch
Here’s another batch of tobacco decals applied to pre-built 1:43 scale models with before and after shots of each. Includes McLaren, Lotus, Alfa Romeo, Brabham and more.
Tobacco Decal Applications
Here’s another batch of models after they’ve had their missing tobacco decals applied, enabling them to properly represent how the cars ran back in the day. Includes race cars that carried Gitanes, Marlboro, L&M and Player’s liveries and markings.