November 2008 Notable Toys — Die-Cast

Collectors can finish their diorama display with their favorite model car in 1:18 scale with the latest set of fantastic figurines from the imagination of Motorhead Miniatures. This is the couple you see every weekend showing off their car and mixing it up with freinds and fellow motorheads. The hand-painted, cold-cast resin figures include metal-framed chairs, a floor sign and, of course, the dog. The product is also available in 24-scale for model kits, die cast and garden railroads. "Motorhead Minitures is the market leader in limited-edition figurines to complete displays of die cast, model cars and garden railroads. The Car Show is just the latest in themed sets of figurines and accessories for the model or train enthusiast," Drew Heitner, president of Motorhead Miniatures LLC, told TDmonthly. Launch date: April 2009.

This 1:32 scale die-cast collectible model car is manufactured by Kinsmart and measures 5" long The metal sports car features pullback motor action and doors that open. It comes 12 pieces per display box in assorted colors. Launch date: October 3, 2008.

This die-cast collectible model car measures 7.5" L x 3" W x 2" H and has doors, a hood and a trunk that open. The free-wheeling vehicle is manufactured by Maisto and comes 4 pieces per display box in assorted colors. 

This 1:24 scale die-cast collectible model car is 7" L x 3.25" W x 3" H with doors and a hood that open. It comes 4 pieces per display box in assorted colors. GM is a trademark of the General Motors Corporation. Launch date: October 3, 2008.

This camouflage tank is part of the brand's Extreme Metal Series.