TDmonthly's ToyFair 2006 Preview--Collectibles Product Category

1980 Pontiac Turbo-Trans Am Pace Car by GreenLight Collectibles LLC

In motorsports there is a safety or “Pace Car” that is used to limit the speed of the competing cars on a racetrack for a caution period.  During this period competitors are not allowed to pass the Pace Car.  The officials at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway have been selecting a Pace Car and its driver for the Indy 500 each year the race has been held.  For the 1980 Indy 500 Race a distinctive 1980 Pontiac Turbo-Trans Am was the official Pace Car.  Powered by a turbocharged 4.9L V-8 engine, the Turbo-Trans Am needed only minor modifications to bring it up to Pace Car specs. The 1980 Trans Am was piloted by 1950 Indy 500 winner Johnnie Parsons, Sr. GreenLight recreates this machine on 1:18 scale with all details 100% accurate from the flaming chicken on the hood to the monster engine under the hood. Features full metal body and chassis, detailed graphics, custom license plates, opening doors, hood and trunk, fabric seat belts and is officially licensed by automotive manufacture and respective entertainment affiliation. Launch date: March 2011. 3/15/2011 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Friendship Linkz by THINK-A-LOT TOYS

Friendship Linkz are colorful friendship bracelets hand-made in Peru using Fair Trade practices.  Each one comes with a silk-screened clay bead at the end. On one side of the bead "lives" a totem animal; on the other side "lives" a special word that relates to each animal. Friendship Linkz can connect kids to things that matter most in life: their friends, favorite animals, and words to live by. 3/15/2011 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Kachooz by MGA ENTERTAINMENT

Kachooz are an all new collectible line of unique and furry pencil toppers that come with different hair textures and colors. Launching with 36 new characters consisting of 20 different kinds of creatures, Kachooz!™ live in six little groups –  tiny tribe clusters they call Moops. The Moops are Nervous, 2Faced, Highlights, Mohawk, and Punk. Come in packs of two or four. 3/8/2011 (Price: $9.97) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Around the World Toob® by SAFARI LTD.®

This Toob® contains highly detailed, hand-painted landmarks from cities around the world. An educational insert gives fun facts about the landmarks. Includes Statue of Liberty, Eiffel Tower, Leaning Tower of Pisa, the Pyramids of Giza, and more. ( Watch Video) 3/2/2011 (Price: $9.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Glow In-the-Dark Insect Toob by SAFARI LTD.®

Contains 18 hand painted glow-in-the-dark pieces. Includes insert with educational facts abut the bugs. ( Watch Video) 3/2/2011 (Price: $9.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Love to Shop StickerZine by FASHION ANGELS

Each starter pack comes with one collectors book and a pack of numbered stickers to place inside. There are over 1,200 stickers to find to complete the collection, and plenty of places to showcase the child's own designs as well. Each blind pack of stickers that comes with the book includes a water sticker, plus a combination of epoxy, foil, puffy and glitter stickers. Additional refill packs available (Note: It will take approximately 9 sticker packs to fill each StickerZine). ( Watch Video) 2/24/2011 (Price: $3.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Gremlins Action Figures by NECA

Based on characters from the cult classic movie, these plastic and resin figures will be released in two lines, one in Spring 2011 and one in the summer. They include a moving eye feature which enables the user to roll their eyes. 2/23/2011 (Price: $13.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Gomu by SPIN MASTER TOYS

There are 10 Gomu erasers for each of Spin Master's 10 themes. These little erasers come in singles and in packs. The erasers vary in rarity, and you can track how many Gomu points you have on their website (the more rare the Gomu, the higher the point value). 2/22/2011 (Price: $4.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Beanie Eraserz by TY INC.

These erasers from TY are tiny animals that can be taken apart and reassembled. The first release of Beanie Eraserz included 14 characters. 2/22/2011 (Price: $1.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Ghostbusters Stay Puft Marshmallow Man Plush by UNDERGROUND TOYS

This ghostly marshmallow plays the main theme from the movie “Ghostbusters” when you press his tummy. Choose between happy or sad. 2/22/2011 (Price: $39.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Little Big Planet SackBoy by MEZCO TOYZ

This popular video game gets its own collectible SackBoy critters, dressed in some of the costumes from the game. Available later this year. 2/22/2011 (Price: $14.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Skylanders Spyro's Adventure by ACTIVISION

Activision is back with Spyro. This time, characters in the video game are available as action figures that can be plugged into the game. Put the toy on the "power portal," and all of the power and skills that kids build up can be saved to the toy itself, so every time they play the game, no matter on what console, all of their statistics are in tact. Each character has its own unique powers, and two characters can be placed on the portal at once to play as a team or face of in one-on-one battle. Starter pack includes 1 copy of the game, 1 Portal of Power, and 3 Characters. Launch date: Fall 2011. 2/18/2011 (Price: $69.99)

Squinkies Cupcake Suprize! Bake Shop by BLIP LLC

The Squinkies series of toys are soft, squeezy characters that can be held in the palm of a child's hand. Each toy comes inside its own bubble from which it can be removed. Put the Squinkie in the cupcake, insert a "coin," and the Squinkie comes tumbling out. The Cupcake can be opened to reveal a bakeshop playset. 2/18/2011 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Moshi Monsters by SPIN MASTER TOYS

This line of Plush and collectible toys corresponds to the incredibly popular MoshiMonsters.com. Many of the products can be used along with the website. Launch date: Fall 2011. 2/18/2011 (Price: $14.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

DC Universe Mini Mezitz 2pks Series 1 by MEZCO TOYZ

Mezco Toyz will be introducing even more characters from the DC Universe including world-famous super heroes such as Batman, Superman and the Green Lantern. The first series of 2 packs includes the following pairings: Batman: Gotham City's Dark Knight and The Joker: The Clown Prince of Crime; Hal Jordan as the Green Lantern: Intergalactic Protector of Earth and Sinestro: Former Green Lantern turned cosmic villain; Superman: The Last Son of Krypton- Earth's Greatest Hero and Mongul: Ruler of Warworld, gladiatorial space empire. Mini Mez-Itz are 2" collectibles. All Mini Mez-Itz feature five points of articulation and are packaged together on a blister card. This contains 1 of each of the 3 sets. Launch date: June 2011. 2/9/2011 (Price: $36.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Batman Mini-Mezitz with Batmobile by MEZCO TOYZ

DC Mini Mezitz with Vehicles Set: Asst 1- Batman and The Batmobile is the 1st Mez-Itz character produced with a vehicle: The Batmobile. This 2 inch figure features all the articulation of his larger counterpart at 1/3 the size. Batman can fit inside this famous car, The Batmobile, and still have room for a 2nd passenger. The Batmobile is the first car to ever be transformed into a Mez-Itz vehicle. It measures nearly 6 inches long, features a detailed cockpit, and has a convertible hardtop so the Dark Knight and a passenger can fit inside. Batman and The Batmobile come packaged together in a collector friendly window box. Ships in late July 2011. 2/9/2011 (Price: $21.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Mezco Mega-Scale ThunderCats Lion-O by MEZCO TOYZ

ThunderCats Ho! Straight from the ThunderCats' Lair on Third Earth, it's Lion-O and the legendary mystic Sword of Omens. This mega-scale figure measures over 20 inches tall from the tip of his upraised, extended sword to the soles of his Thunderian boots. Featuring 7 points of articulation this mega figure is extremely detailed, capturing not only the iconic look of Lion-O as he appeared in the classic television series, but the essence of Lion-O as he proudly raises the mystic Sword of Omens towards the heavens and roars out "Thundercats, Ho!" He comes complete with his Claw Shield and a removable mystic Sword Of Omens. Lion-O is packaged in a collector-friendly window box that allows him to be displayed while remaining Mint In Box. "We are the only 20 inch tall Lion-O ever produced. After the recent story on MTV pre-orders went insane," Mike Drake, director of special projects at Mezco Toyz, told TDmonthly. Launch date: June 2011. 2/9/2011 (Price: $39.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Tupac Shakur Bobblehead by FUNKO INC.

Tupac Shakur has sold over seventy five million albums worldwide, making him one of the best-selling music artists in the world. Naturally, the next step was to become a bobblehead. Launch date: Early 2011. 2/4/2011 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Biggie Bobblehead by FUNKO INC.

Biggie is celebrated as one of the greatest rap artists and is described as "the savior of East Coast hip-hop." That’s why he has his own bobblehead. Launch date: Early 2011. 2/4/2011 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Dandy Bandz 24 pack- Baby Boy by Dandy Bandz

These sparkling silicone bands can be stretched out to fit around a child's wrist, but they always go back to their original shape. The 24-Pack Baby Boy Series includes: Pacifier, Baby Boy, Safety Pin, Rabbit, Stroller, Rocking Horse. 2/3/2011 (Price: $4.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Motor World Series 4 by GreenLight Collectibles LLC

1:64 Motor World Series 4 is sectioned into three different sub-series- Classics, All-American, and Speed.  Segmenting this large 12 car series into smaller groups allows collectors to acquire miniature sets and as the most economical product offered by GreenLight, collecting all twelve is absolutely achievable. 1:64th Motor World Series 4 includes the following twelve vehicles: Classics – Volkswagen Samba Bus, Mini Cooper, Mercedes Sprinter Van, Volkswagen Beetle, Volkswagen VW30; All American – 1956 Ford F-150, 1969 Camaro Convertible SS, 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air; Speed – Volkswagen RSi, 1958 Porsche 356A, 2003 Dodge Viper SRT/10, Lamborghini Gallardo. These 1:64 scale Motor World die-cast model cars feature 100% authentic metal bodies, plastic chassis, authentic detailed wheels and are officially licensed by the respective automobile companies.  As with GreenLight Collectibles offerings, the “Green Machine” chase car program carries over into the Motor World line with 2% of the production run manufactured in alternate schemes to provide the marketplace with the rare vehicles the collector craves. Quantities are limited to 2,250 units of each car and will be available at Toys ‘R’ Us and Meijer throughout the United States and through GreenLight Hobby Distributors/Wholesalers and Online Dealers around the world. Launch date: February 2011. 1/20/2011 (Price: $2.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

30th Anniversary Bear by AURORA WORLD INC.

2011 marks the 30th Anniversary for plush toy and gift manufacturer Aurora World Inc. To celebrate, Aurora is offering a limited edition 30th Anniversary Bear plush toy. Limited the 1,200 pieces, the bear is made of Moda Acrylic plush. “30th Anniversary” is embroidered on its right paw pad. Mr. H.Y. Noh's (Aurora's Founder) signature and number (i.e.: 1/ 1200) is embroidered on the left foot. 1/13/2011 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Road Racers Diorama by GreenLight Collectibles LLC

Road Racers commemorates the non-sponsored, driver owned cars that are racing in professional and amateur events. The spirit that pushes these drivers and teams links back to the zenith of road racing found in pony-car showdowns, which are celebrated by the two cars in this diorama; Bill Maier #22 1968 Ford Mustang and Sam Posey #77 1970 Dodge Challenger T/A. The replica features an opening hood, detailed engine, real rubber tires, metal body and chassis, detailed graphics, and a custom license plate, and is officially licensed. Both vehicles are 1:64 scale. 1/12/2011 (Price: $9.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Mustang AV's Diorama by GreenLight Collectibles LLC

Mustang AV’s displays two aviation inspired automobiles. The AV8R and AV-X10 were both one of kind offerings from Ford Motor Company to commemorate their support of the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA). Both rare machines feature a glass roof, special front and rear fascias, custom wheels and V8 engine. The AV8R debuted at the 2009 Oshkosh, Wisconsin Air Show and the AV-X10 was inspired from the P-51 Mustang Fighter planes from WWll. Both cars were sold at the EAA Gathering Eagles Charity Auction. Both Mustang AV's are 1:64 scale. 1/12/2011 (Price: $9.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Apollo 13 Diorama by GreenLight Collectibles LLC

Apollo 13 tells the story of the lunar flight operation by the same name and the astronauts involved. There are two other stars in the film, a 1965 Ford Mustang Shelby GT 350 and a 1970 Chevy Corvette Stingray. These two vehicles share the big screen for a racing scene. As the real Apollo 13 mission took place in 1970 both of these cars were designed to embody the feel of an era as well as the personality, status and adrenaline seeking manner of those individuals that explore the final frontier. This diorama comes with a 1:64 scale1965 Shelby GT-500 and 1970 Chevrolet Corvette 427. The replica features an opening hood, detailed engine, real rubber tires, metal body and chassis, detailed graphics, and a custom license plate, and is officially licensed. 1/12/2011 (Price: $9.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]