One of the most iconic cars ever produced by Alfa Romeo, the 2000 Spider, or more commonly known as just “Spider” has one of the most beautiful classic car shapes ever penned. It was no slouch either, first produced in 1958 (making it 47years old) had a 2litre engine pushing out 115BHP. It might not mean much nowadays, but in 1958, that made it a pretty quick ride. Designed by the masters at Pininfarina, coupled with the singing Alfa Romeo engine, this Spider was an instant classic the moment it was born.

Minichamps released the 1:18 scale model of the Alfa Romeo Spider many years ago, being one of their earlier releases. Though it cannot really be compared with the best models of the present day, when you take a look at this car, you will realise cars like these were what brought Minichamps to the top of their game. For an old model, it is very well made indeed.

Surprise! Surprise! We are now driving a wonderful E30 316i! More details here.

My newest illustration work! BMW E30 4 Door sedan with Alpina Rims. To view more of my work, visit my online portfolio here.

In the autumn of 1971, Volvo unveiled a new version of their 1800 Coupe. It was called the 1800ES. This radical new redesign of the Coupe had an extended cabin resembling an estate, but under the body was the same technical underpinnings shared with the other Volvo 1800 Coupes. This particular car was actually the 1973 Playboy Playmate’s Car of the Year.

Minichamps made the decision to release this very unique car instead of the regular coupe. Although the coupe might have generated more sales and revenue, it’s very refreshing to see manufacturers churn out more interesting cars, like this particular Volvo. Make no mistake, this model is one of their best efforts.

The Mercedes 300SL Gullwing, probably the most beautiful car ever made. (in my opinion anyway) This car has the most beautiful and pure lines ever to grace an automobile. Already 50 years old, but it still has the visual charisma to shame many present day supercars. This car was never built, it was sculpted. To describe this car as stunning is an understatement. Cars like these are what dreams are made of.

Minichamps has undertaken the task of replicating this beauty into a 1:18 scale model and what a fine model it is. It was with great anticipation when i finally bought this car, i had waited for a quality manufacturer to produce this car for many years and when Minichamps announced it was in their lineup, i was overjoyed. The only other alternatives are the Bburago and Kyosho cars. The Bburago is quite an old model, very crude detailing and ruins the car for me. The Kyosho is just as old, though slightly better detailed, but is hard to find and is not as great as well. This new Minichamps release though, is hard to fault.

New additions to the garage. They were in need of some cleaning and buffing up.
UT Ferrari F355 Spyder (red)
UT Porsche GT1 Street (white)
UT BMW M3 GTR (black)
UT Mclaren F1 GTR LM Longtail (black)
Kyosho Honda NSX (yellow)

*Update, sold off the Kyosho NSX to a friend*

Highlights of Frankfurt Motor show can be found on Car Design News. Have a look.

Images of the eagerly anticipated Suzuki Sport has been released. (Or more often known as the Suzuki Swift GTi) Sure looks good and with cheeky hints of another GTi by a certain German manufacturer. More information here (Japanese)

The Aston Martin DB9. Power, Beauty, SOUL. One of the most beautiful cars to ever make production. A thoroughbred GT car with beautiful, elegant and graceful styling combined with a wonderfully musical V12 engine to make it one of the most desirable automobiles of the present day.

Minichamps makes this 1:18 scale model of the DB9 and although they are well known for making quality cars, their products were not exactly cheap. Here’s where this car comes in, Minichamps have started a brand new line of model cars targeted at the semi-budget customers in mind. Priced below their normal range of cars, but slightly higher then Maistos/Hotwheels. It’s almost like the modern day equivalent of UT Models.

The Lamborghini Diablo VT Roadster was in production between the years 1996-2000. Within this time frame, 466 Roadsters were made, with the final 30 being the Millenium Edition Roadsters. I personally prefer the design of the Diablos over the newer Murcielagos. Personally, i feel the styling of the Diablo ages better then the “trendier” looking Murcielagos. But that’s just my own opinion. I do think they got the design right on the Gallardo though.

Autoart Makes this 1:18 scale diecast model, and it was one of their earlier releases. But, this is a model that was well made and i think it’ll be a great addition to anyone’s collection. Especially when most of them can be found “on sale”.

-Alfa Romeo 2000 Spider
-Aston Martin DB9 Coupe
-BMW M1 Procar M-Winkelhock 1979
-BMW Alexander Calder 3.0 CSL Art Car
-BMW 3.0CSi
-BMW 2002 Turbo
-BMW 2002 L
-BMW 2002 Baur Cabriolet
-BMW 635 CSi
-BMW E30 M3
-BMW E36 M3 Coupe
-BMW E36 M3 Cabriolet
-BMW E36 M3 4-Door
-BMW E36 M3 GTR (Red)
-BMW E36 M3 GTR (Black)
-BMw E46 328i
-BMW E46 M3 GTR
-BMW E46 M3 CSL
-BMW Z3 M Coupe
-Bugatti Veyron
-Bugatti Chiron
-DeLorean
-Ferrari Daytona
-Ferrari Daytona Competizione
-Ferrari 308 GTB QV
-Ferrari F355 GTB
-Ferrari F355 Spyder (Red/Cream)
-Ferrari F355 Spyder (Red/Black)
-Ferrari 550 Maranello
-Ferrari 550 Barchetta
-Fiat X1/9 Bertone
-Ford GT40 MKII
-Ford GT40 MKIV
-Ford GT Concept
-Ford GT
-Honda Integra Type-R DC5
-Honda S2000 (2 Fast 2 Furious – Devon Aoki)
-Jaguar XJ13
-Lamborghini Miura SV (Autoart)
-Lamborghini Miura SV (Kyosho)
-Lamborghini Jota SVR
-Lamborghini Walter Wolf Countach
-Lamborghini Diablo VT
-Lamborghini Diablo VT Roadster
-Lamborghini Diablo GTR
-Lancia 037 Martini – Monte Carlo Rallye
-Lotus Esprit Turbo
-Mclaren F1
-Mclaren F1 LM
-Mclaren F1 LM Harrods
-Mclaren F1 LongTail Prototype (Rear wing style 1)
-Mclaren F1 LongTail Prototype (Rear wing style 2)
-Mclaren F1 LongTail FiNA #8
-Mclaren F1 LongTail FiNA #9
-Mazda RX8
-Mazda RX-7 (The Fast And Furious)
-Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution 6 TME – White
-Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution 7
-Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution 7 Rallycar #7
-Mercedes 300SL Gullwing Carrera Pan’America
-Mercedes 300SL Gullwing
-Mercedes 190E 2.5-16 Evolution 2
-Mercedes Sauber C9 Michelin
-Nissan (Datsun) 240Z Safari Rallye
-Nissan (Datsun) 240ZG
-Nissan Skyline GTR32 HKS
-Nissan Skyline GTR34 V-Spec II
-Nissan Skyline GTR34 Nismo Z-Tune
-Nissan Fairlady 350Z Nismo S-Tune
-Porsche 956L #3 1983 LeMans Winner
-Porsche 935 Twin Turbo Monte Carlo Magic
-Porsche 935 Twin Turbo Martini #40 “Finish Line”
-Porsche 959
-Porsche 911 Turbo
-Porsche 911 GT2
-Porsche 911 RS
-Porsche 911 GT3R
-Porsche 911 GT3RS
-Porsche 911 GT3R Asia Carrera Cup winner “Charles Kwan”
-Porsche LeMans GT1 Street Car
-Porsche LeMans GT1 #6
-Porsche LeMans GT1 #7
-Porsche LeMans GT1 #36
-Subaru Impreza WRX STi
-Subaru WRC WRX
-Toyota 2000GT
-TVR Tuscan S
-Volvo P1800ES

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