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Minichamps Shows Off its Latest Creation

Just weeks after they rolled out their 1:12 scale BSA Rocket 3 motorcycle in red, comes scintillating photos for their upcoming version in royal blue (#MIN122130101). Expected to hit the streets in early December, their latest take on “the Rocket” still carries a pre-order price of just $129.99 – $144.99 if you wait until it actually comes out. If you’re not familiar with the Minichamps street bikes, then you really owe yourself a look at one of these beauties or visit any of the diecast motorcycle forums to gauge consumer sentiment.

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Auld Lang Simoncelli?

Minichamps North America has confirmed that they will be receiving the highly coveted 2011 Marco Simoncelli MotoGP bike on the last week of 2012, with a shipment expected to hit our dock the first week of January (#MIN122111158). Again, we are pre-sold out of this tribute bike, so if you were lucky enough to get in on the ground floor by pre-ordering early, then 2013 is going to be a very good year indeed.

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Minichamps Shares More Simoncelli Photos

As we continue to await the arrival of his 2011 Honda RC212V MotoGP bike, Minichamps took the wraps off of Marco Simoncelli’s midnight black test bike. Expected in March 2013, this is another one of those tribute bikes that will likely soar in value once collectors get wind of it. Pre-orders are still being accepted although this window will likely close soon as we near our allocation level.

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Rossi Rides Galore!

Some times, it’s feast or famine, particularly when it comes to waiting for Minichamps to work their magic. This November, perhaps paying homage to Thanksgiving, it was feast, as no less than four different Valentino Rossi-related bikes showed up in time for the holiday season. Earlier this month, we received his 2010 Yamaha from the Laguna Seca circuit, which was soon followed up by a pair of Honda super bikes that saw action in the 8-hour Suzuka Endurance race. Lastly, there’s the 2011 Ducati Desmosedici mount, which blew out in rapid fashion and is currently on back order awaiting the arrival of more bikes some time in December.

We’ve also received a healthy dose of classic bikes, including a restock of the 1939 Triumph Speed Twin and 1972 MV Agusta 750S, plus a cache of BSA Rocket 3s in red. A blue version is expected in December. More bikes seem to be on the horizon, turning this fourth quarter into a bounty of motorcycle goodness.

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50th Anniversary of JFK’s Passing Planned

Minichamps 1:43 scale 1963 John Fitzgerald Kennedy Lincoln X-100 Presidential Parade Limousine - JFK's Trip to Dallas, November 1963 — Minichamps 1:43 scale 1963 John Fitzgerald Kennedy Lincoln X-100 Presidential Parade Limousine – JFK’s Trip to Dallas, November 1963

The city of Dallas plans to memorialize the 50th Anniversary of President John Fitzgerald Kennedy’s death by holding ceremonies and other events aimed at commemorating the “life, legacy and leadership of President Kennedy.” You can find more information on the subject here:

http://www.usatoday.com/story/theoval/2012/11/23/john-f-kennedy-50th-anniversary-assassination-dallas/1722337/

To celebrate his legacy, The Motor Pool has several JFK’s automotive memorabilia in stock, including Yat Ming’s 1:24 scale replica of his 1963 Lincoln X-100 presidential limousine. We will also be restocking the Minichamps 1:43 scale replica – complete with figures – sometime in 2013, just as soon as the manufacturer offers them up again for shipment. Pre-orders for the Minichamps replica has been brisk, and we may not be able to offer them for general sale once they do arrive so if you’re interested in this piece of presidential history, now would be a good time to investigate it further.

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50th Anniversary of JFK's Passing Planned

The city of Dallas plans to memorialize the 50th Anniversary of President John Fitzgerald Kennedy’s death by holding ceremonies and other events aimed at commemorating the “life, legacy and leadership of President Kennedy.” You can find more information on the subject here:

http://www.usatoday.com/story/theoval/2012/11/23/john-f-kennedy-50th-anniversary-assassination-dallas/1722337/

To celebrate his legacy, The Motor Pool has several JFK’s automotive memorabilia in stock, including Yat Ming’s 1:24 scale replica of his 1963 Lincoln X-100 presidential limousine. We will also be restocking the Minichamps 1:43 scale replica – complete with figures – sometime in 2013, just as soon as the manufacturer offers them up again for shipment. Pre-orders for the Minichamps replica has been brisk, and we may not be able to offer them for general sale once they do arrive so if you’re interested in this piece of presidential history, now would be a good time to investigate it further.

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Minichamps: Better Late Than Never!

Minichamps' 1:12 scale 2001 Honda VTR 1000 World Super Bike - Valentino Rossi, Suzuka 8 Hours Endurance Road Race — Minichamps’ 1:12 scale 2001 Honda VTR 1000 World Super Bike – Valentino Rossi, Suzuka 8 Hours Endurance Road Race

Originally slated to arrive in November, Minichamps’ 2001 Honda VTR 1000 World Super Bike driven by Valentino Rossi at the Suzuka 8 Hour Endurance Race is now in stock. This is another one of those heavily requested Rossi rides that are almost guaranteed to sell out fast then zoom climb in value once supplies run out. We have a few still available for pre-order so consider this your last chance to own one of these incredible collectibles.

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Santa May be Arriving Late for the Holidays

Panzerstahl’s 1:72 scale German Flakpanzer E-100 Anti-Aircraft Gun

From our vantage point, it looks as though Santa may be hustling down the chimney with some late tidings. According to one distributor, Panzerstahl’s eagerly awaited limited edition range will likely show up in December making them neat if tardy stocking stuffers hanging from the fireplace. Meanwhile, War Master’s next wave of diecast military vehicles and aircraft will probably roll in some time in late November. While not a disaster, you can surely bet collectors and gift givers will be snatching them up by the bucket load thanks to their affordable price, heft, sharp detail and subject matter.

Corgi’s 1:72 scale RAF Short Stirling Mk. I Heavy Bomber – OJ-H, No.149 Squadron, Rawdon Hume ‘Ron’ Middleton VC, Turin Raid, November 1942

If you’re a Minichamps fan-boy, then you know full well that their line is always catcher’s catch can, with several products announced eons ago hopefully finding their way onto Santa’s sled this holiday season. Otherwise, you can always hope for next year or pick up some of their recently-released products finally making it to market. And then there’s Corgi, who is still indicating that their 1:72 scale Avro Lancaster and Short Stirling bombers are circling Santa’s house awaiting clearance to land by his elves. Let’s hope both do show up since new renditions of each aircraft are supposedly coming in early 2013.

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Minichamps Takes the Corner Turn with Barry Sheene

Minichamps 1976 Suzuki RG500 GP Motorcycle - Barry Sheene, World Champion — Minichamps’ 1976 Suzuki RG500 GP Motorcycle – Barry Sheene, World Champion

At long last, we now have in stock Minichamps’ 1:12 scale 1976 Suzuki RG500 GP Motorcycle which was ridden by world champion, Barry Sheene. Long a favorite among biking enthusiasts, the Sheene Suzuki is an important addition to their prestige line of motorcycle collectibles, which comes with a handsome presentation case and a short history of the rider and bike.

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