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The 2023 Formula 1 season marked one of the most dominant campaigns in the history of the sport, and the Red Bull RB19 stands as its definitive symbol. Driven by Max Verstappen, the RB19 combined aerodynamic efficiency, mechanical reliability, and race-winning consistency in a way few Formula 1 cars ever have. This 1:12 scale model by Spark captures the Red Bull RB19 in its Las Vegas Grand Prix specification, celebrating both the race victory and Verstappen’s 2023 Formula 1 World Championship. It is a large-format, display-focused collector’s piece aimed at serious Formula 1 and motorsport enthusiasts. The Real Car: Red Bull RB19 Designed by Red Bull Racing’s engineering team under the technical leadership of Adrian Newey, the RB19 was an evolution of an already successful concept. Throughout the 2023 season, it demonstrated unmatched balance between downforce, straight-line speed, and tyre management. Max Verstappen secured the Formula 1 World Championship with record-brea...

A privateer endurance icon, recreated at museum level in 1:18 scale In the world of endurance racing, very few cars sit at the intersection of factory pedigree, privateer courage, and lasting historical relevance. The Ferrari 250 LM is one of them. More than just the last mid-engined Ferrari to win overall at Le Mans , the 250 LM represents the closing chapter of an era — when gentleman racers and semi-private teams could still challenge the establishment on the world’s biggest stage. The car presented here, chassis 6119 , wearing race number 27, finished 6th overall at the 1965 24 Hours of Le Mans in the hands of Dieter Spoerry and Armand Boller, entered by the legendary Scuderia Filipinetti. It is this exact configuration that CMC has recreated with extraordinary fidelity. The real car: context, provenance, and significance Originally developed as a continuation of Ferrari’s 250 lineage, the 250 LM combined a mid-mounted V12, tubular spacefram...

A rare snapshot from one of Formula 1’s most intense seasons. This 1:12 scale Minichamps model captures Jos Verstappen’s Benetton B194 as raced to 3rd place at the 1994 Hungarian Grand Prix, a year defined by technical innovation, raw performance, and relentless competition. The Benetton B194 is a landmark car: compact, aggressive, and engineered to exploit every regulation detail of the era. In 1994 it proved devastatingly effective, combining a sharp aerodynamic package with Ford power and a chassis that rewarded precision driving. Verstappen’s podium in Hungary stands as a key moment in that turbulent season. This limited edition of just 60 pieces is produced in Minichamps’ highest resin quality, featuring: True-to-life cockpit detailing Driver figure included Accurate proportions and race-specific livery High-end display presence worthy of a flagship collection At 1:12 scale, the model delivers presence and depth that smaller scales simply cannot match — a centrepiece f...

The 1973 Nissan Skyline 2000 GT-R (KPGC110) occupies a unique place in automotive history. Often called the Kenmeri GT-R, it was produced during a turbulent period marked by emissions regulations and the oil crisis, which limited its motorsport impact and production numbers. Ironically, those constraints helped transform it into one of Japan’s most revered performance icons. AUTOart’s 1:18 Tuned Version does justice to that legacy. The model features opening panels throughout, a meticulously rendered engine compartment, and a correctly proportioned interior that reflects the car’s purposeful, driver-focused design. The stance, wheel fitment, and surface detailing align closely with period-correct interpretations of the KPGC110. For collectors focused on Japanese performance heritage, this piece represents more than a classic GT-R. It embodies a moment when ambition, regulation, and design collided — and created a legend in the process. 👉 View model here: https://tidd.ly/4a...

The Alfa Romeo GTV6 stands as one of the most character-driven European performance cars of the 1980s. Combining Giorgetto Giugiaro’s sharp, functional design language with Alfa Romeo’s legendary Busso V6, the GTV6 earned its reputation not through raw numbers, but through balance, sound, and involvement. It was a car built for drivers who valued mechanical feedback and emotional connection over outright speed. Solido’s 1:18 scale interpretation captures this ethos with a pragmatic yet convincing execution. Finished in silver, the model presents the GTV6’s distinctive wedge profile, long bonnet, and compact rear proportions with solid accuracy. The stance feels correct, and the detailing strikes a sensible balance between realism and durability, aligning well with Solido’s positioning as a brand focused on accessible, display-friendly collectibles. Functional elements such as opening doors and steerable front wheels add physical interaction without overcomplicating the mo...

Legendary Motorsport Icons: 1:18 OM Fiat 150 Rolfo Renntransporter & Ferrari 330 P3 Set (CMR / WERK83) Image: © CK-Modelcars / CMR / HERK83 A Collector’s Centrepiece Capturing Ferrari’s Golden Era Some diecast releases are just models. Others are moments in motorsport history — preserved, recreated, and ready to take centre stage in a serious collection. This   1:18 three-piece ensemble by CMR and WERK83   belongs firmly in the second category. A whole Scuderia Ferrari paddock scene from the 1960s, complete with: The   OM Fiat 150 Rolfo racing transporter Two legendary   Ferrari 330 P3 Le Mans contenders All brought together in one cohesive, museum-worthy set — now available with a   remarkable Cyber Week discount . A Tribute to the Glory of Ferrari Endurance Racing Image: © CK-Modelcars / CMR / HERK83 The mid-1960s were transformative years for Ferrari. Innovation, rivalry, ambition — and the unmistakable aesthetic of Italian endurance machines. This set ca...