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This 1:8 scale Lamborghini Countach costs more than a real Kia Picanto

This 1:8 scale Lamborghini Countach costs more than a real Kia Picanto

The latest die-cast replica from Amalgam looks like the real thing, right down to the 4.0-litre V12

By Brian Potter 19 February 2024

Someone should put this 0.0175-litre four-cylinder and its manual gearbox in a Power Wheels

Someone should put this 0.0175-litre four-cylinder and its manual gearbox in a Power Wheels

It has three forward speeds, neutral, and reverse.

By Brian Potter 3 January 2024

Buy the scale model Ferrari used to develop the FXX-K Evo's aerodynamics

Buy the scale model Ferrari used to develop the FXX-K Evo's aerodynamics

RM Sotheby's thinks this half-scale model could be worth as much as £280,000.

By Chris Bruce 30 December 2023

This Ferrari 296 GT3 scale model costs as much as a Kia Picanto

This Ferrari 296 GT3 scale model costs as much as a Kia Picanto

Amalgam's latest large-size Ferrari model doesn't miss a detail, but it costs £13,400.

By Brian Potter 26 December 2023

Ford envisioned a nuclear-powered car in the '50s with a 5,000-mile range

Ford envisioned a nuclear-powered car in the '50s with a 5,000-mile range

It was called the Nucleon, but it never went beyond a 3/8 scale model mockup.

By Christopher Smith 24 December 2023

Miniature flat-four air-cooled engine sounds like a Subaru rally car

Miniature flat-four air-cooled engine sounds like a Subaru rally car

It revs to more than 10,000 rpm.

By Brian Potter 2 November 2023

This tiny electric V8 is a perfect replica of a 1965 Ford Mustang's engine

This tiny electric V8 is a perfect replica of a 1965 Ford Mustang's engine

It's a 1:3 scale kit with see-through parts and internals that move, driven by an electric motor.

By Brian Potter 27 October 2023

Mercedes-AMG One 1:8 scale model is radio-controlled mini marvel

Mercedes-AMG One 1:8 scale model is radio-controlled mini marvel

It is made of 3,295 interlocking blocks.

By Brian Potter 17 October 2023

Watch and listen as tiny inline-six engine revs beyond 10k rpm

Watch and listen as tiny inline-six engine revs beyond 10k rpm

The kit to build this little powerplant costs over £1,000

By Brian Potter 6 October 2023

One-off Porsche 944 rally estate gets Hot Wheels twin

One-off Porsche 944 rally estate gets Hot Wheels twin

Hot Wheels will offer the toy on a made-to-order basis.

By Brian Potter 29 September 2023

Watch and listen as small-scale V12 engine revs to 11,500 rpm

Watch and listen as small-scale V12 engine revs to 11,500 rpm

It has a plethora of custom parts including an electronic ignition, upgraded cooling system, and stainless steel headers.

By Brian Potter 21 September 2023

Miniature Audi RS3, BMW M5 sports saloons look ready to carve 1/18 scale corners

Miniature Audi RS3, BMW M5 sports saloons look ready to carve 1/18 scale corners

These are much more than just toys.

By Brian Potter 12 September 2023

Polestar Synergy electric fantasy supercar debuts at IAA Mobility

Polestar Synergy electric fantasy supercar debuts at IAA Mobility

The spectacular 1:1 scale model is a combination of three winning designs from the latest Polestar Design Contest.

By Brian Potter 4 September 2023

Porsche scratch-built model collection features 917s, 908s, tiny Steve McQueen

Porsche scratch-built model collection features 917s, 908s, tiny Steve McQueen

Lothar Wunsche created the 1:5 scale models, including a replica of the 908 camera car used for the movie Le Mans.

By Christopher Smith 27 August 2023

Amalgam introduces the £14k 1:8 scale Gordon Murray Automotive T.50 model

Amalgam introduces the £14k 1:8 scale Gordon Murray Automotive T.50 model

Built using original CAD designs, paint codes and material specs from Gordon Murray Design in collaboration with Gordon Murray Automotive.

By Brian Potter 15 August 2023

Great Scott! DeLorean BTTF RC car has lights, sounds, and smoke

Great Scott! DeLorean BTTF RC car has lights, sounds, and smoke

The 1/8 scale model is accurate down to Doc Brown's remote control and looks like 1.21 gigawatts of fun.

By Brian Potter 7 August 2023

Amalgam's Ferrari 296 GTS 1:8 scale model takes 300 hours to build, costs £12,000

Amalgam's Ferrari 296 GTS 1:8 scale model takes 300 hours to build, costs £12,000

Based on the supercar's original CAD designs.

By Angel Sergeev 29 July 2023

Ferrari Purosangue scale model by Amalgam costs up to £15,600

Ferrari Purosangue scale model by Amalgam costs up to £15,600

Just 199 units will be made and there will also be a cheaper, £12,000 variant.

By Brian Potter 17 July 2023

UK: The Little Car Company unveils its Tamiya Wild One MAX Launch Edition

UK: The Little Car Company unveils its Tamiya Wild One MAX Launch Edition

Tamiya Wild One MAX Launch Edition set to redefine off-road adventure: a nod to the past with modern advancements.

By Brian Potter 12 July 2023

Aston Martin DB5 Vantage Amalgam model costs £17,000, limited to 199 units

Aston Martin DB5 Vantage Amalgam model costs £17,000, limited to 199 units

The bespoke version is £22,200.

By Brian Potter 7 July 2023

Toyota Supra scale model made from PVC is fast, furious, and amazing

Toyota Supra scale model made from PVC is fast, furious, and amazing

The attention to detail here is extraordinary.

By Brian Potter 29 June 2023

See Mercedes G-Class, Jimny, Bronco enjoy a day of off-roading 1:18-scale style

See Mercedes G-Class, Jimny, Bronco enjoy a day of off-roading 1:18-scale style

When size matters.

By Brian Potter 20 June 2023

Porsche 911 Carrera Cup crash from 2015 immortalised in 1:43 scale model

Porsche 911 Carrera Cup crash from 2015 immortalised in 1:43 scale model

The unlikely collision took place at Navarra in 2015, and it's recreated here with impressive detail.

By Brian Potter 13 June 2023

Quarter-scale V8 engine sounds like a meaty muscle car, costs £2,330

Quarter-scale V8 engine sounds like a meaty muscle car, costs £2,330

It can make up to five horsepower.

By Brian Potter 8 June 2023

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