July 2010 Notable Toys — Die-Cast

A die-cast model of Sodor's cheerful green engine, Learning Curve's Battery-Powered Percy brings life to a child's wooden railway. With an easy start button and glowing headlights, the four-wheel-drive engine powers itself around the track and can even pull other cars. It requires one AA battery (not included).
― “There's quite a bit [of growth] in the battery powered engine category with … the Learning Curve items,” said Keith Schumacker, manager of Talbot's Toyland in San Mateo, Calif., when asked about his best-selling battery-operated toys during a summer 2010 survey.

This licensed 1:18 scale special edition die cast replica features a detailed engine, real rubber tires, metal body and chassis, detailed graphics and custom license plate.

This 2009 Chevy Suburban SUV Presidential Escort Vehicle, fully licensed by GM and the U.S. government, is carefully re-created in highly collectible die-cast. The model measures 5.5" x 1.75" x 1.75". Features include front articulated doors revealing an authentic detailed interior, rolling wheels, and Presidential seals and flags. The model is detailed with Presidential license plate #44 on the rear and USA1 on the front.

GM's 2009 Presidential limousine, built on a truck chassis and Cadillac body, is known as "The Beast" for its incredible armored weight. This exclusively licensed replica comes on a collector's base and features opening doors revealing authentic interior details.

3943 Sun Star Modern Rally - Ford Focus RS WRC07 Race Car F.Duval/P.Pivato #8 (3rd Rallye Deutschland 2008 ). 1:18 scale diecast collectible model car. This Ford Focus RS WRC07 racing car is a 9.25"L x 3.5"W x 2.75"H die-cast metal car with openable doors & hood. Turnable front wheels, steering function, detailed interior, engine & chassis. Mounted on a display stand. Modern Rally collectibles. This Ford Focus RS WRC07 is manufactured by Sunstar. Individually packed in a window box. Box size: 14"L x 6.5"W x 6"H.