July 2007 New Toys — Die-Cast

Flower Power VW Beetle by TOYSMITH

The 5” pull-back, die-cast VW Beetle is decorated with a variety of flowers, smiley faces, rainbows and peace signs. Assorted colors are available.
— In spring 2007, Toysmith was named among the best-selling die-cast by Anna Barr, owner of Anna's Toy Depot in Austin, Texas.
— Die-cast items from Toysmith mentioned by retailers included trucks, planes and classic vehicles.
— The Volkswagen Beetle is often cited by specialty retailers as a customer favorite in various toy categories. 5/22/2007 (Price: $5.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Die-Cast Pull-Back Mini Train by SCHYLLING

These die-cast trains measure 3” long and are powered by pull-back motors. The trains come in assorted styles and colors. "The Mini Trains are a perfect item to keep by the cash register for that impulse purchase for the antsy child," said Stephen Medina of Schylling Toys.
— "I do new die-cast, [including] Schylling," said Anna Barr, owner of Anna's Toy Depot in Austin, Texas.
— Among Schylling die-cast items mentioned to TDmonthly by retailers in spring 2007 were classics, pull backs, tractors, school buses, jumbo jets, ambulances and lawn mowers.
— In summer 2010, two of 38 retailers told TDmonthly that toy trains are a best-selling collectible, with one specifically naming Schylling’s Die-Cast Pull-Back Mini Train. 5/22/2007 (Price: $1.60)

Land Rover Defender With Horse Carrier by SIKU

Land Rover Defender With Horse Carrier is part of Ravensburger's Siku Super Series - Die-Cast Metal.
— "It’s really Siku. That’s what we carry the most," said Debbie Carroll, partner at Kringle’s Toy Box in Amherst, N.H., when asked in spring 2007 about hot-selling die-cast in her store.
— Kringle’s sells "about 200 a month," Carroll told TDmonthly.
— Retailers also mentioned other Siku die-cast items, including construction vehicles and vintage car models. 5/22/2007 (Price: $34.99)

1:64 Scale Johnny Lightning Musclecar 1969 AMC AMX by RC2 BRANDS

It’s 1969 and Detroit is pumping out the most memorable musclecars of the era. Their names haunt the streets of time, including the AMC AMX — one of the most accurate Johnny Lightning castings to date. Today, we stare enviously at the beauty of its design, distinctive color schemes, bold graphic packages and massive engines, and all we can think is: "I want that car!" This release of the AMX is painted in factory-correct Go Green with black stripes. Launch date: 2006.
— “We carry the little 1:64 Johnny Lightning. That is our best-seller,” said David Campbell, owner of Amazing Toys in Great Falls, Mont., when asked about die-cast in his store. “We sell around four dozen a month,” he added.
— Three of 34 retailers TDmonthly spoke with in spring 2007 specifically cited Johnny Lightning as a best seller in die-cast items.
— "Each Johnny Lightning release also includes the ever popular white lightning chase cars," said Tom Zahorsky, senior design manager for Johnny Lightning. 5/22/2007 (Price: $3.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Pull-Back Turbo Jet by TOYSMITH

Toysmith's Turbo Jet is a 7” die-cast plane with a powerful pull-back-and-go motor. The doors open and close for added fun. There are four passenger jets to choose from in this line.
— “[We] sell about 100 of Toysmith’s [die-cast] planes each month,” Fred Rosenberg, owner of On the Park in Kingwood, Texas, told TDmonthly in May 2008.
— Five of 55 retailers TDmonthly spoke with in May 2008 cited Toysmith products as their best-selling die-cast.
— In a Summer 2012 survey, two out of 10 retailers told TDmonthly that Toysmith's die-cast planes were best sellers. 5/22/2007 (Price: $4.98) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Die-Cast Pull-Back Bus by SCHYLLING

Children love the idea of having their own 8-1/2” school bus. This die-cast vehicle has a pull-back motor for pull-back-and-go action, as well as a working stop sign and swinging doors. "Schylling carries around 50 die-cast vehicles, and the large school bus is one of the best sellers," said Stephen Medina of Schylling Toys.
— “[Schylling’s] die-cast school bus,” Marilyn Walker, owner of Play Fair Toys in Boulder, Colo., told TDmonthly, when asked to name the best-selling die-cast in her store. “We sell hundreds each year.”
— Six of 34 retailers TDmonthly spoke with in spring 2007 agreed that Schylling is hot in die-cast. Nine of 55 specialty retailers who spoke with TDmonthly in May 2008 singled out school buses as their best-selling die-cast vehicles.
— Marc Slotin, owner of My Imagination Station in Spartanburg, S.C., told TDmonthly in a Summer 2011 survey that die-cast school buses were among his best-selling die-cast toys. 5/22/2007 (Price: $3.99)

Four Wheel Loader by SIKU

The Four Wheel Loader is part of Ravensburger's Siku Super Series - Die Cast Metal.
— When asked about top-selling die-cast, Daren Levitt, owner of Toy Chest in North Conway, N.H., replied, "Siku: They're German. We sell those and they do very well, especially the construction figures."
— Although one retailer reported sales of six units a month for the Siku die-cast, others mentioned monthly sales of eight dozen and even 200.
— Seven of 34 retailers TDmonthly spoke with in spring 2007 mentioned Siku as a best-selling die-cast item in their stores.  5/22/2007 (Price: $44.99)

1:24 scale Musclecars - 1970 Plymouth Superbird by ERTL CO. INC.

Originally a project car, the 1970 Superbird is one of Musclecars’ most unique and feared performers.  This Johnny Lightning 1970 Plymouth Superbird features authentic Alpine White paint and emblems, a black vinyl top, black interior, a die-cast body, a die-cast chassis, opening doors, two-piece authentic wheels and a hood that opens to reveal a detailed 426 engine.  Launch date: May 2007. 5/21/2007 (Price: $12.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

1:18 Scale 1970 Oldsmobile 4-4-2 W-30 Convertible by EXACT DETAIL REPLICAS

Only 696 units of this finely detailed 1:18 scale die-cast replica of the 1970 Oldsmobile 4-4-2 W-30 convertible exist.  Special features include an opening hood, trunk and doors, working suspension, soft vinyl seats with cloth seat belts, positional sun visors, factory correct paint and options, fully detailed engine compartment, removable cloth top, vinyl boot cover and more.  Styles are available in orange with white stripes and Daytona Yellow with black stripes.  Launch Date: June 2007. 5/21/2007 (Price: $99.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

2006 Chevy Corvette Z06 by JADA TOYS INC.

Jada Toys' newest rendition of America's premier sports car is the 2006 Chevy Corvette Z06, also known the "The Supercar Killer." The 1:24-scale Big Time Muscle Chevy Corvette Z06 comes in four colors: black, victory red, velocity yellow and candy blue. It’s a must-have for all Vette lovers. Launch date: Late June 2007. 5/15/2007 (Price: $24.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Welly - VW Beetle Convertible by TOY WONDERS INC.

This 1:34-scale Volkswagen Beetle is a 4.75"L x 2"W x 1.5"H diecast metal car with pull-back action and doors that open. This VW car is manufactured by Welly. There are 12 pieces per display box in assorted colors and 72 pieces per inner box. 5/15/2007 (Price: $6.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Kinsmart - Chevy Tow Truck by TOY WONDERS INC.

The 1953 Chevrolet Wrecker is a 1:38-scale diecast collectible model car. The tow truck is 5.5"L x 2"W x 2.5"H and has pull-back action. It features openable doors and has a hitch to hook up and pick up wrecked cars — hence the name "Wrecker." There are 12 pieces per display box, in assorted colors, and 72 pieces per inner box. 5/15/2007 (Price: $7.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Motormax - Chevy Corvette Convertible by TOY WONDERS INC.

This 1986 Chevy Corvette Convertible is a 1:24-scale diecast collectible model car. It measures 7.25"L x 3"W x 1.75"H and has openable doors and hood, workable steering and free wheeling. It is manufactured by Motor Max diecast collectibles. There are four pieces per display box in assorted colors and 16 pieces per inner box. 5/15/2007 (Price: $14.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

RC2 Johnny Lightning JL Retro R2 Cars by TOY WONDERS INC.

These 1:64-scale , 3"-long diecast model cars are limited edition collectibles manufactured by RC2 Brands. Each car is individually blister carded, and an assortment includes three of each of the following cars: 1969 AMC AMX, 1968 Chevy Corvette (Chevrolet), 1968 Mercury Cougar and 1968 Plymouth Barracuda. 5/15/2007 (Price: $6.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

ERTL JoyRide - "The Fast And The Furious" Saleen Ford Mustang Hard Top by TOY WONDERS INC.

"The Fast & The Furious" 2003 Ford Saleen Mustang Hard Top. Joy ride. 1:18 scale diecast collectible model car. This 2003 Ford Saleen Mustang is a 9.25"L diecast with openable doors, hood & trunk, workable steering, and detailed engine & components. Sits on a display stand. This 03 Ford Mustang is manufactured by American Muscle. RC2 Brands. 33682 in RED color. 5/15/2007 (Price: $39.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Signature Models - Chrysler Lebaron Convertible by TOY WONDERS INC.

1932 Chrysler Lebaron Convertible. 1:32 scale diecast collectible model car. This 1932 Chrysler Lebaron is a 6"Lx 2.25"Wx 1.75"H diecast classic oldies with adjustable front wheels and openable hood & doors. Sits on a display plaque. This 32 Chrysler Lebaron is manufactured by Signature Models; ref. no 32316 in BLUE color. 5/15/2007 (Price: $13.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Jada Toys Option D - Wave 9 by TOY WONDERS INC.

1:64 scale diecast collectible model cars. Manufactured by Jada Toys. OptionD. Assorted styles and colors. Each car individually blister carded. Includes two of each following cars: Mitsubishi lancer evolution VIII, Scion TC, Nissan Sil-eighty (Sil-80, Sil 80), Nissan Skyline GT-R R34 (R-34, R 34), Mazda RX-7 (RX7, RX 7), Toyota Supra. 5/15/2007 (Price: $7.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Mattel Hot Wheels - Ferrari 365 GTB/4 Daytona Hard Top by TOY WONDERS INC.

1:18 Scale diecast collectible model car. This Ferrari 365 GTB-4 Daytona is a 9.5"Lx 3.75"Wx 2.25"H die cast metal collection car with openable hood, doors & trunk. Sits on a display plaque. Manufactured by Mattel. Metal Collection. 21353 in RED color. Individually packed in a window box. Box size: 13.25"Lx 6.75"Wx 5"H. 5/15/2007 (Price: $32.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

ERTL - "Speed Racer" Mach 5 Special Edition by TOY WONDERS INC.

American Muscle car. "Speed Racer" Mach 5 Special Edition. This is the 35th anniversary edition of Speed's car from the classic cartoon and features images of the masked Racer X on the hood, trunk, and sides. 1:18 scale, 10.75" long x 4"W x 2.5"H. Opening doors/hood/trunk with workable steering. Special features include periscope compartment, robot bird probe compartment, extending auto jacks, rotary saws. Highly detailed components including multi-button steering wheel. Sits on a display stand. Manufactured by RC2 Brands. Individually packed in a window box. Box size is 13.5"L x 6.25" x W5.25"H. 33403 in WHITE color. 5/15/2007 (Price: $34.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Jada Toys D-Rods - Ford Pick Up by TOY WONDERS INC.

1:24 scale diecast pick-up. This pickup is 8" x 3.5"W x 2.5"H die cast car with opening doors, hood & pick up bed cover. D RODS Rims: Babymoon Disc. Manufactured by Jada Toys. Also known as D-Rod D Rod D Rods D Rodz DRod DRodz DRods D-ROD$ D-ROD$. 4 pcs per display box. 16 pcs/inner. 90718 in assorted colors. 5/15/2007 (Price: $17.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Jada Toys Scarface - Cadillac Series 62 by TOY WONDERS INC.

1963 Cadillac Series 62 convertiable. 1:18 scale diecast model movie car. 12.25" long diecast limited edition collection. This Scar Face 1963 Cadillac with a 4.5" Tony Montana (the actor). Jada Toys. 90003 in YELLOW color (BEIGE like color). Individually packed in a window box. 5/15/2007 (Price: $39.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

SNJ-5 Texan 1/72 Die Cast Model by Hobby Master

With several hundred thousand pilots trained in the more than 15,000 units built, the T-6/SNJ Texan was one of the most important aircrafts in aviation history.  This first-ever 1/72 scale die cast Texan offers a fully-outfitted, two-seat cockpit with an optional position canopy, a detailed radial engine with a rotating propeller, authentic U.S. Navy markings from NAS Guantanamo, Cuba, 1956, optional-position landing gear, a display stand and more. The wingspan measures 7".  Launch date: June 2007. 5/4/2007 (Price: $25.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Die-Cast Metal Knights by ACCOUTREMENTS

These 1 ½”-tall metal knights come in a pack of five and are intricately detailed with a pewter-like finish. The men of arms are crafted of solid die-cast metal. “The peggable display card livens up this product making it more visible and desirable,” Assistant Sales Manager Tamara Bertino told TDmonthly. Launch date: June 2007. 5/2/2007 (Price: $5.95)

Precision Series Pennzoil Kenworth Tanker by TONKIN REPLICAS INC.

Tonkin Replicas' Precision Series has long been the elite diecast replica for private trucking companies, and now a new Pennzoil tanker is available, with the details that have made the Precision Series name. Features such as opening doors, hitches and hood along with turning wheels and independent suspension adorn this Kenworth W900 Day Cab and chemical tanker. The Precision Series has been voted diecastcollecting.com's Favorite Diecast Line and is continuing to win more fans every year. 4/23/2007 (Price: $85.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]