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DCOTM Teodor Dima – October 2026

Better late than never—though at least we’re ahead of last month’s schedule! October’s featured collector comes to us all the way from Cumpăna, Romania. Meet Teodor Dima and his impressive collection, mostly dedicated to the legendary Lancia marque! Teodor has set an ambitious goal to build the largest scale model collection in Europe—and judging by the sheer volume of models Continue Reading...

Garage 73 Now Ships to Europe, WITH VAT and Duties Included

After growing interest from European collectors, Québec-based Garage 73 (garage73.ca), a curated 1:18 collector model car store, now ships to all 27 European Union countries. Prices are shown in euros or your local currency, with import VAT and duties already included. For European collectors, buying from outside the EU usually means a surprise at the door: VAT, customs fees and Continue Reading...

PHOTO GALLERY: Five Generations of Maserati Quattroporte

For Maserati´s 100th anniversary of using the Trident as their logo, Cult Scales and KK Scale have filled in the gaps in Maserati´s Quattroporte pedigree in 1:18. That´s why we assembled them around the Neptune Statue from the Maserati Brothers´ hometown of Bologna that inspired Mario Maserati´s creation of the logo. Generation I Quattroporte – Italian for Four-door – seems Continue Reading...

REVIEW: LCD Models Honda NSX (NA1) | 1:18

While model collectors have long hoped that heavyweights like LCD Models or MotorHelix would tackle the iconic Japanese supercar in full die-cast metal, LCD Models has finally delivered. Following the benchmark set by their exceptional Toyota Supra (A80), expectations for the 1:18 Honda NSX were exceptionally high. Having unboxed and closely evaluated the Championship White release, it is safe to Continue Reading...

Norev New Luxury Sedans Mercedes-Maybach | 1:18

A couple of new luxury models from Norev have just been unveiled. These metal and fully opening examples definitely punch above their price point, around $200 CND. The cars are defined as the Mercedes-Maybach S 680 4MATIC 2021 Nautical Blue/Hightech Silver and the Mercedes-Maybach S 680 4MATIC 2021 Emerald Green/Mojave Silver – that Green is stellar! And the interiors, just Continue Reading...

ACME New 1970 Pontiac GTO Vinyl Top – Atoll Blue | 1:18

ACME is back with another stunning replica. This example highlights the Atoll Blue 1970 Pontiac GTO with a vinyl top option. How beautiful is that! Love the option of removable hubcaps – so retro! Delivery is noted as Q4 2026, with production capped at 300 units. Product# A1801231...

Looksmart New Ferrari 296 Speciale – Piloti Ferrari | 1:43

More news from Looksmart this week! The team has unveiled another alternative colour for their 1:43Ferrari 296 Speciale, this one defined as Piloti Ferrari. If interested, the model is available for immediate delivery. Product# LS564H...

Ignition Model Show Exclusives! | 1:18

A lovely example of the RWB 993 Rotana in Matte Purple with the Mr.Nakai figurine will be offered soon by Ignition Model. Another show option is the White Nissan URAS Skyline ER34 tuner. Please connect with IM for more information on these releases. Product# IG4042 / TBD...

FIRST LOOK: Laudoracing-Models Fait 600 Multipla 1956 | 1:18

A little Italian love comes in the form of the resin-sealed Laudoracing-Models Fait 600 Multipla 1956. The team gives us a first look at their upcoming release. Please connect with LR for the colours list. We’ll be in Rome and Tuscany in October; any shops we should check out? Product# TBD...

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