Matrix Holdings Limited announces that 2011 will be the last year of production of Code 3 Collectible die-cast vehicles. The company, Code 3 Collectibles will continue to operate its online business in an effort to sell all remaining inventory until further notice.

Indianapolis, IN (August 16, 2011) GreenLight has put a retro spin on two iconic automobiles of surfer hippie folklore; the 1967 Volkswagen Beetle and 1962 Volkswagen Bus.  Both have been released with throw-back body paint schemes for the 1:18 Special Edition, reflective of a totally tubular tale of transportation.

Septembers releases will be ready in approx 2 weeks to be shipped from UK although a small amount are ready for customers who cannot wait. If you are one of those, feel free to drop me an email and buy your fix now!

Indianapolis, IN (August 9, 2011) 1:64 Motor World Series 6 is pure fun in the sun, just in time for the heat of the Summer!  With the brightly decorated body paint schemes and an economical price point this series is a stepping stone into the wonderful world of collectible die cast and a fun complement to the avid die cast enthusiasts collection.

Showman William Wilson of Peckham, London purchased No.3938 new in 1922 and travelled with Rodes Switchback until the mid 1930s. Sold to Walls of Petersfield, 'Quo Vadis' retired in 1955, until purchased by Edward Hire of Shaftesbury for engine restoration.

BILLUND, Denmark – Three LEGO® Minifigures leave earth on the Juno deep-space probe today on a five-year mission to Jupiter to broaden awareness of the importance of planetary research.

Ferrari has produced this car in limited edition of only 80 pcs, the same 80 years old that is Pininfarina.A tribute to Sergio and Andrea Pininfarina.We show you the model painted with the press version color at the Auto Show in Paris: a beautiful Rosso Fuoco.

To go with the spanking new shoping cart implemented recently, Heresy Miniatures is pleased to announce some new things for you to buy as well!
Firstly, there's a new Valkyrie from Shane Hoyle. She's a lovely figure, single piece metal casting, with a delightful head on a spike to accompany her too...

DENVER, Pa. – Mickey Mouse, a formidable legion of comic book Superheroes, and a classic 1950s Lavender Robot will all be on board when Morphy Auctions presents an Aug. 12-13 auction of antique and vintage toys, banks, marbles and comics. More than 1,100 lots will be offered in the mid-summer sale, which will be held in Morphy’s plush new gallery on the Adamstown antique strip, one hour northwest of Philadelphia.

The Brand new Hot Toys Action figure is now available for pre-order on Sideshow Collectibles website. The Figure comes with an exclusive feature if pre-ordered with Sideshow: A Predator Skull!

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Sculpted by the renowned French artist Albert Marque (1872-1939), an extremely rare 1914 portrait doll originally commissioned for the Paris boutique Margaine-Lacroix sold to rousing applause for $168,000 (inclusive of 12% buyer’s premium) at Frasher’s July 9 auction. The buyer, who beat out four phone bidders and additional on-site bidders at the KCI-Expo Center in Kansas City, was new to Frasher’s client roster.

Elliot Handler, who founded Mattel in 1945, died last Thursday at the age of 93.

The 410 Super America was an exclusive, high-performance Ferrari. Only 37 cars were built in series I, II, and III between 1955 and 1959.

We are pleased to announce our new colour of LSR8SPYA – Audi R8 Spyder E-tron.
This model will be available soon in the following colour:

As we do every year, at the middle of 2011 we unveil this year’s Carrera Limited Edition models.