SPORTS, GT & TOURING CARS

The sports, GT and touring cars in this part of the collection all hold special significance for me as cars I have either owned and enjoyed, or would have liked to have owned. I have arranged them by year of manufacture and I think you will see by the notes which ones are my favorites.

The 1950's
1951 Fiat-Abarth 205A Vignale Berlinetta: Only three of these cars were produced between 1950-1951, this being the third chassis and Carlo Abarth's personal car. Powered by an Abarth tuned Fiat 1.1L cc four-cyl. engine, and raced in major events such as the Mille Miglia, where a 205 finished 2nd in class and 6th overall
Model by M4 1/43		 1952 Pegaso Z-102: Pegaso was a Spanish company know for its trucks and buses, but for a brief period, produced interesting sports cars. The Z-102 employed racing-car technology in its chassis and alloy body designed by Touring. Powered by a 3.2 litre DOHC V8 producing 360 hp with optional supercharger. With a top speed of 160 mph, the Z-102 was the world's fastest production car at the time.
Model by ALTAYA/IXO 1/43		 1953 Redele Speciale: Produced by Jean Redele who went on to found Alpine in 1955, these small sports cars were based on the 748 cc Renault 4CV engine, producing a robust 17 hp! The Pininfarina styling of these early "Alpines" carried over into the first production models. Redele raced one of these cars at Le Mans in 1953, but failed to finish due to engine problems.
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1953 Maserati A6GCS: Since these cars were designed primarily for races on open roads, Maserati did produce some street versions for select customers. A 2.0L straight-six (120 bhp) was used in the A6 GCS two-seater. These spyders were initially designed by Colombo and later refined by Medardo Fantuzzi and Celestino Fiandri. Fifty-two were made.
Model by da GRANI & PARTNERS 1/43		 1954 Bentley R-Type Continental: The R-Type Continental was designed as a high-speed car, ideal for touring on the long straight roads of Europe. The R Type Continental was at the time the fastest production four seater car in the world, capable of 120 mph from its 5.6L six-cylinder engine. A total of 208 cars were built.
Model by DINKY 1/43		 1954 Aston Martin DB3S: Produced by Aston from 1953-1955, the DB3S was built primarily as a sports racing car. A total of twenty of the 31 cars (3.0L straight-six) produced were customer cars. Of the production run, five cars were made as aluminum bodied fixed head coupes covering the tubular space frame chassis.
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1954 Fiat Turbina: In 1954 Fiat was the first car manufacturer in Europe to introduce a car propelled by a gas turbine. The engine had two compressor stages, one turbine stage, power turbine was single stage with a geared reduction. The declared power was 300 hp at 22.000 rpm, and the estimated top speed was approximately 155 mph. The Turbina held the record for lowest drag coefficient on an automobile for 30 years.
Model by METRO 1/43		 1956 Fiat Multipla: Then on the other hand... Produced between 1956-1965, the Mulitpla was based on the Fiat 600. It sat 6 people in a footprint just 20" longer than the original Mini Cooper. Its 633 c.c. engine gave it a top speed of 57 mph and a 0-60 speed of 43 seconds! Che cosa posso dire?
Model by NOREV 1/43		 1958 Fiat Multipla: Another cute Multipla, this one is being used as a commercial vehicle either advertising or being in the business of selling Ramazzotti liqueurs. Perhaps stopped by the phone booth to call in an order?
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1955 Facel Vega FVS: The first Facel Vega production cars appeared in 1954 using Chrysler V8 Hemi engines, the overall engineering was straightforward, with a tubular chassis, double wishbone suspension at the front and a solid driven axle at the back, as in standard American practice. The FVS versions were fitted with a 4.5 litre Hemi V8, paired with either a two-speed automatic transmission or, a four-speed manual. The FVS was capable of 130mph.
Model by IXO 1/43		 1955 Mercedes Benz 300SL: The 300SL Gull-wing was the world's fastest production car when introduced in 1954. Its distinctive gull wing doors have also made this one of the world's most recognizable cars. Powered by its six-cylinder 3.0L SOHC engine, the 300SL's 212 hp was good for over 160 mph. The Gullwing was based on the racing prototypes which won Le Mans in 1952. It was produced until 1957 and is today one of the most sought after collector cars.
Model by IXO 1/43		 1955 Porsche 550 Spyder: Primarily designed as a racing car, the 550 could be used on the street as well. This aluminum bodied car with its 1498 cc, DOHC flat-4, 110 bhp, good for 124 mph, was quite the flashy car out on a Sunday drive. This cute diorama of a period filling station goes back to a time when they checked your oil, tires and washed you windscreen. The village vicar looks on, wishing for an escape from the misses?
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1956 MG ZB Magnette: Following up on the ZA which was introduced in 1954, the ZB had a slightly more powerful version of the 1.5L BMC B Series engine than its predecessor. This is a Varitone model, with two-tone paint and slightly larger rear window. I have always liked these cars and with a top speed of 90 mph, a nice Sunday cruiser on the back road two lanes.
Model by OXFORD 1/43		 1956 Renault 4CV: My dad bought one of these new in 1957 in reaction to the Suez fuel crisis. He drove it for three years and traded it in on a 'Mercury wagon. Talk about night and day! A 748 cc engine producing 17 hp, which was coupled to a three-speed manual transmission, made these cars barely able to get out of their own way. I have it the collection for no other reason than nostalgia.
Model by SOLIDO 1/43		 1957 Lancia Aurelia B24 Syder America: Only a handful of these cars were produced (240) between 1957-1958. With a Pininfarinia designed body, luxury interior, a lusty 2.5L V6, 115 mph top speed, superb road holding and handling, the open version of the B24 GT was more than a mere boulevard cruiser. The Lancia Aurelia is considered by many to be the first true Gran Turismo automobile and was designed by Vittorio Jano, of both Alfa and Ferrari fame.
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1956 VW (Beetle) 1100 : No collection would be complete without at least one Beetle and it is probably one car that needs little in the way of description. The car was originally known as Käfer, the German word for "beetle". It was not until August 1967 that the Volkswagen corporation itself began using the name Beetle in marketing materials in the US. With a modest 1100cc four (later up to 1600cc), these cars endeared themselves to the auto public from 1938-1980.
Model by DINKY 1/43		 1957 Morris 1000 : The British answer to the Beetle was not the Beatles, it was the Morris Minor. Sir Alec Issigonis is famous for his creation of the Mini, but he became known to the general public for designing the MM. A 948cc engine producing 27 hp, this was the car that a couple of British generations learned to drive on. In production from 1948-1971, truly a British icon.
Model by VANGUARDS 1/43		 1957 MG MGA : Produced from 1955-1962, the MGA replaced the dated T Series MG's. The "envelope" body was built with a body-on-frame design and used the straight-4 "B series" engine of 1489cc, producing 72 hp. Hydraulic drum brakes were used on all wheels and rack and pinion steering helped. It was a very popular car and naturally found its way into racing. In Sports Car Club of America competition the MGA has won numerous regional and national championships.
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1957 BMW 507: The 507 was the brainchild of BMW importer Max Hoffman, who in 1954 persuaded the BMW management to produce a roadster that could compete with Jaguar and Mercedes-Benz sports cars. Powered by a 3.2L V8, it was as fast as it was beautiful. Intended to revive BMW's sporting image, its high production costs instead took BMW to the edge of bankruptcy and production was terminated in late 1959 after only 252 were built.
Model by DEL PRADO 1/43		 1959 MG MGA Twin Cam: The MGA Twin Cam was MG's much-anticipated, and valient, but ultimately unsuccessful, attempt at offering a more powerful version of the MGA. Powered by a 1.6-liter engine with 80 hp and though cylinder size was unchanged from the ohv unit, the Twin Cam had its own alloy head with hemispherical combustion chambers and a high-for-the-day 9.9:1 compression ratio. These and assorted other tweaks added 28 hp, boosting top speed to at least 110 mph. Only 2111 examples were built.
Model by STROMBECKER 1/24		 1959 Mercedes Benz 300 SLS: Not as well known as the Gullwing coupes, the 300SL roadster produced from 1957-63 are great cars in their own right. With the same mechanicals as the coupe on a tube frame chassis, the fuel-injected 3.0L six-cylinder capable of producing 222 bhp, moved the car along to a top speed of 160 mph. Aerodynamics played an important role in the car's speed. The 300SLS was a light weight version of the 300SL roadster which was for special racing customers.
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The 1960's
1960 Aston Martin DB4: The DB4 was sold by Aston Martin from 1958 until 1963. It was an entirely different car from the DB Mark III it replaced, though the 3.7 L dual overhead cam straight-6 engine producing 240 bhp was externally visually related to the 2.9 L unit found in that car. There were five "series" of DB4s, with the most visible changes being the addition of window frames in Series II and the adoption of a barred (rather than egg crate) grille in Series IV.
Model by VITESSE 1/43		 1960 Aston Martin DB4:
Model by VITESSE 1/43		 1961 Triumph Herald 1200: The Herald was introduced in 1959 and over 300,000 were sold before production ceased in 1971. Powered by a 1147cc OHV four cylinder producing 39 hp. The Herald is a plucky little touring car, with the heart of a sports car. A smart chap would have one of these over a Morris 1000.
Model by DINKY 1/43

1961 Aston Martin DB4 Zagato Barchetta: Forty years after the DB4 GTZ (Zagato), a DB4 chassis was shortened and Zagato built a pretty barchetta body for it, giving a look at what could have been had Zagato bodied DB4 production been continued. Powered by an aluminum 4.2L six-cylinder producing 350 bhp, this car is capable of 160 mph.
Model by JOLLY MODEL 1/43		 1961 Aston Martin DB4 GTZ: Here in proper Aston Green, the DB4 GTZ (Zagato) coupe, was one of the best of David Brown's creations and one of the most beautiful coupes ever made. Desiged with racing in mind primarily, initially the factory had plans to produce 25 cars, but demand was not as strong as expected and production ceased at the 20th unit, making this the rarest of Aston production cars.
Model by ROAD SIGNATURE 1/18		 1961 Aston Martin DB4 GTZ: The Zagato was created by sending a DB4GT chassis to the Zagato factory in Milan to be clothed in the most beautiful lightweight bodies ever designed. Given an even more powerful 3670 cc engine than the standard GT by using a higher ratio. This was able to produce a quoted 314bhp, with impressive performance with a top speed of 153mph.
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1961 Maserati 3500 GTi: The 3500 GTi and 3500 GTis was introduced in 1961 as the first fuel-injected Italian production car. Powered by a 3.5L in-line six producing 235 bhp, a A 5-speed ZF S5-17 gearbox was standard, as were four wheel disc brakes. The 3500 GT was good for 145 mph. 2000 examples were made between 1958-1964, with most bodies coming from Touring.
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1961 Mercedes Benz 300SL: The "SL" stood for "Sport Leicht" (Sport Light) and even in the early 60's, the 300SL was still a highly sought after roadster. With very few changes since its introduction in 1955, the 300SL's body was mainly steel, except for the aluminum hood, doors and trunk lid. It had a very aerodynamic shape and even the horizontal "eyebrows" over the wheel openings helped to reduce drag.
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1962 Facel Vega II: Facel Vega was a French builder of luxury cars. Their advertising slogan: "For the Few Who Own the Finest". Using Chrysler V8 engines, the overall engineering was straightforward, with a tubular chassis, double wishbone suspension at the front and a solid driven axle at the back, as in standard American practice. Performance was brisk, with an approx 118 mph top speed.
Model by SOLIDO 1/43		 1962 Facel Vega II: The bodywork was beautifully styled, making the Facel Vega an enduring classic. Most cars were 2-door hardtops with no centre pillar, but a few convertibles were built. The Facel ll was powered by a 6.3L V8 which produced 390 hp and could reach over 135 mph. Produced from 1962-64, the Facel ll is now amongst the rarest and most sought-after of all 1960s Grand Tourers
Model by SOLIDO 1/43		 1963 Mercedes Benz 230 SL: The 230 SL was introduced in 1963 to replace the 300SL and was produced until 1967. With a 2.3L in line six-cylinder engine producing 150 hp, with the optional 5-speed manual, this could be a proper GT car capable of 120 mph. Most cars were fitted with an optional hard top. The 280 SL was replaced by the 2.5L engined 250 SL.
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1963 MG MGB: The MGB was in May 1962 to replace the MGA and manufactured until October 1980. The 3-bearing 1798 cc B-Series engine produced 95 hp, giving the light car brisk performance and handling via rack and pinion steering. The preferred transmission was the four-speed with electric overdrive. I have owned a number of B's and they are cars I have a great fondness for.
Model by KYOSHO 1/18		 1963 Chevrolet Corvette: I remember the sensation the split-window Corvette created when introduced in 1963 as the Sting Ray. Its 327 cu. in V8 produced 360 bhp. I have never been much of a Corvette fan except for the second generation cars made between 1963-67 and their excellent Larry Shinoda styling.
Model by CORGI 1/43		 1964 Lancia Flaminia Supersport Zagato: Lacia built the luxury Flaminia in its different variants from 1957 to 1970. In 1964 the Supersport with its aluminium Zagato body was introduced. Only 150 Supersports were built. A great two-seater powered by a 2.8L V6 that put out 152 hp. continental touring at its finest!
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NEW 1963 Aston Martin DB5: The use of the DB5 in the James Bond movie Goldfinger, solidly place the DB5 as one of the most desirable cars in the world. Produced between 1963 and 1965, the DB5 was powered by a 4.0L six-clyinder engine, which could push the car to a maximum speed of 145 mph, with or without spy gear. One of the most iconic sports cars ever built.
Model by VITESSE 1/43		 1964 Aston Martin DB5: Great lines, powered by a 4.0L, six-cylinder DOHC engine and three SU carburettors, producing 282 bhp, coupled with a with a new five-speed transmission, made the DB5 the ultimate British high performance sports car. The DB5 helped solidify Aston Martin's reputation as a premier luxury car maker.
Model by UNIVERSAL HOBBIES 1/43		 1964 Aston Martin DB5: The DB5 is famous for being the first and most recognised James Bond car. It has been featured in several films, most notably Goldfinger, Thunderball, GoldenEye, Tomorrow Never Dies, and Casino Royale. Standard equipment on the DB5 included reclining seats, pile carpets, electric windows and a fire extinguisher. Machine guns, bullet shields, ejector seats and other spy gadgets were extra.
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1965 Triupmh TR4A IRS: About 75% of the TR4A's produced between 1965 and 1968 had Triumph's new independent rear suspension (IRS). The 2.1L four-cylinder produced 104 bhp and made it one of Britain's best small sports cars. The TR4A retained the Michelotti styled body of the TR4. At Sebring in 1966, the three works TR4A IRS cars finished 1-2-3 in class. A TR4A was also raced with great success by Bob Tullius' Group 44 in SCCA racing.
Model by DINKY 1/43		 1965 Renault Dauphine Gordini: Over 2 million Dauphines were produced worldwide in eight countries between 1957-67. Powered by a 845cc, 34 hp air-cooled 4-cylinder, the Dauphine could do 0-60 in a whopping 30 seconds with its turned Gordini engine! With a rear swing-axle which promoted bad handling characteristics at speed, how this young French couple made it into the Alps for a picnic is a wonder! Still, a French classic.
Model by ALTAYA 1/43		 1965 Triupmh TR4A IRS: With wire wheels, the TR4A looks every bit the proper sports car it is. TR4A IRS models were also raced extensively and finished 1st, 2nd and 3rd in class at the Sebring 12-hour race of 1966. The model shown here has a conventional soft-top, but the TR4A was also available with the "Surrey Top" hard top system; with a rigid rear section including the rear window and removable fabric section over the cockpit.
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1965 Shelby Ford AC Cobra: The Cobra was losing its supremacy in racing, so a new chassis was developed and designated the Mark III. A whole new chassis was built which featured 4" main chassis tubes and coil spring suspension all around. The new car also had wide fenders and was powered by the famed "side oiler" Ford 427 engine (7.0 L) developing 485 bhp, with a top speed of 180 mph. Production of the 427 Cobra was from 1965-1967.
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1965 Fiat 1600S Cabriolet: Seldom seen on the US side of the Atlantic, the 1600S is an attractive Pininfarinia designed convertible containing Fiat mechanical components with a racing heritage. The Maserati brothers at OSCA engineered the 1.6L four-cylinder, DOHC engine and it produced 90 bhp, for a top speed of just under 100 mph. With four wheel disc brakes, a five-speed transmission and decent performance, it is a very nice four-seat open touring car.
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1965 Lamborghini 350GT: Produced from 1964-66, the 350GT, its Touring Superleggera body framework of small steel tubes, skinned with aluminium was Lamboghini's first production car. The 3.5L DOHC V12 produces 280 bhp, which is good for a top speed of 160 mph. This was a smooth-running, sophisticated high-performer that was generally faster and technically ahead of everything Ferrari had been offering up to that time. One of our favorites!
Model by MINICHAMPS 1/43 		1965 Shelby Mustang GT350: Street versions of the GT350 were produced to homologate the car for racing. Producing 306 hp with its High Performance V8, the Shelby Mustang was a "vision" to me as a lad and seeing one in the dealer show room as I walked home from school. For a time, our Ford dealer had a Cobra, a GT350 and a GT40 in their big show room, nirvana! This blue is actually a 1966 model year color.
Model by KYOSHO 1/43		 1966 Lotus Elan: The original Elan was introduced in 1962 as a roadster, although an optional hardtop was offered in 1963 and a coupé version in 1965. The two seat Lotus Elan replaced the Lotus Elite. Powered by a Lotus-inspired Cosworth alloy twin-cam head of 1558cc, it could produce 126 bhp and a top speed of 120 mph. It was the first Lotus road car to use the now famous steel backbone chassis with a fiberglass body. It is credited as being the design inspiration for the Mazda Miata.
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1967 MG MGB: In 1967, the Mark II version of the B was introduced. Changes included synchromesh on all 4 gears with revised ratios, a new rear axle and an alternator in place of the dynamo. The engine had already been upgraded in 1964 to a five-bearing crankshaft in an effort to improve reliability. To meet US safety regulations, B's received a plastic and foam rubber covered "safety" dashboard, dubbed the "Abingdon pillow".
Model by JOEAUF 1/43 		1968 Lamborghini Miura P400S: The Miura was a trendsetter, the one that made the mid-engined layout de rigueur among two-seater high performance sports cars. Early Miuras, were powered by a version of the 3.9 L Lamborghini V12 engine used in the 400GT at the time, only mounted transversely and producing 365 hp. About 338 P400S Miura were produced between December 1968 and March 1971.
Model by RIO 1/43		 1968 Abarth 695 SS: Based on the Fiat 500 chassis, the Abarth 695 differed from a standard Fiat not only in displacement (700cc versus 500cc), but in numerous other details. Available options included wider fenders, disc brakes, 10" Campagnolo wheels and a five speed gearbox. Tuned, the engine would produce 50 bhp. These cars were dominant in their class of racing and a great deal of fun to drive.
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1968 Ford Mustang Fastback: Marketeers hyped the 1968 Ford Mustang as "The Great Original" and "the most exciting car on the American road." Its 390 cu in. V8 produced 330 hp in this great icon of the muscle car era. Not a Shelby like we once had, but it reminds me of Bullitt's car. Long live the memory of Steve McQueen!
Model by MINICHAMPS 1/43 		1968 Ford Mustang Fastback: This model reminds me a great deal of the '68 Shelby 350 we used to have. Not much good at making fast corners, but very good at making fast straight lines! I was always amused at the wanna be racers that would want to find out if it was a true Shelby. They sometimes did to their displeasure! 1968 is my favorite year of the Mustang.
Model by ROAD SIGNATURE 1/43		 1968 Ford 'Bullitt' Mustang Fastback: Two 1968 390 CID V8 Ford Mustangs (325 bhp) with 4-speed manual transmission were used for the chase scene, both owned by Ford Motor Company and part of a promotional loan agreement with Warner Bros. The Mustangs' engines, brakes and suspensions were heavily modified for the chase by veteran car racer Max Balchowsky. The director called for speeds of about 75 to 80 mph, but the cars reached speeds of over 110 mph on SF surface streets!
Model by ROAD SIGNATURE 1/43

The 1970's
1970 Lamborghini Miura P400S: It has to be red! The V12 speaks Italian and the Miura has to be one of the best designed cars of its period. Not the same panache as a Ferrari, but all out performance that would flirt with 200 mph. The Miura's layout and styling would become the standard for mid-engine two-seat high-performance sports cars,a trend that continues today.
Model by ANSON 1/18		 1970 Triumph TR6: The TR6 is one of Triumph's best selling sports cars between 1970-76. Powered by a 2.5L in-line six cylinder engine,the TR6 was capable of 120 mph. Not as nimble, or as good looking as the TR4/TR250 that it replaced in my opinion, they were very popular "boulevard" sports cars (and women seem to love them!)
Model by DETAIL CARS 1/43		 1970 Triumph GT6 Mk3: The GT6 is a sports coupé based on the popular Triumph Spitfire convertible. Production of the GT6 ran from 1966 to 1973 and covered three model variations. All GT6 cars had the same 2.0L OHV six-cylinder engine which produced 104 bhp and a 112 mph top speed. See our Group 44 GT6 race car.
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1970 Citroen DS21 Break: Citroen produeced the DS from 1955-75. The influential design and features of these cars led it to be named one of the top cars of the 20th century. The DS advanced achievable standards in automobile ride quality, handling, and braking. Powered by a 2.4L four-cyl. engine, with its hydropneumatic automatic levelling suspension system, it was a great race/rally support vehicle.
Model by NOREV 1/43		 1971 BMW 3.0CS: Introduced in 1971 to replace the 2800 CS, the 3.0CS had a slightly larger six-cylinder engine than its predecessor at 2,986 cc, which produces 180 hp. The CS has twin carburettors and the CSi version has Bosch fuel injection which was good for another 20 hp. These are great touring sedans!
Model by DETAIL CARS 1/43		 1971 Datsun 240Z: The Nissan S30 (sold in Japan as the Nissan Fairlady Z and in other markets as the Datsun 240Z) was the first generation of Nissan/Datsun Z GT two-seat coupes, sold from 1970-1973. Powered by 2.4L in-line six cyl. Engine producing 151 hp, the 240Z was a success due to its relatively low price compared to other foreign sports cars of the time.
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1971 Lamborghini Ghibli SS: The Ghibli famous for its low, shark-shaped nose body, was designed by Giorgetto Giugiaro. The car is powered by a 4.7L, 330 hp V8 engine, with a 0-60 mph acceleration time of 6.8 seconds and a top speed of 154 mph. The slightly more powerful Ghibli SS (335 hp) was released in 1970. The Ghibli outsold its two biggest rivals, the Ferrari Daytona and the Lamborghini Miura.
Model by IXO 1/43		 1971 Lamborghini Indy: Named to celebrate Maserati's two victories at the Indy 500, the Indy was sold alongside the Ghibli as a 2+2 alternative GT car. The Indy was offered only with a 4.2 Litre V8. For the 1970 model years, the Indy started sporting a 290 bhp 4.7 L V8 engine, adding the Ghibli SS's 4.9 Litre V8 to the range, albeit downrated to 320 bhp compared to the Ghibli's 335 bhp. From 1973 to 1974, both the 4.2 and 4.7 Litre engines were supplanted by the 4.9.
Model by IXO 1/43		 1972 BMW 2002 Tii: I used to have one just like it, only more rust, the paint wasn't as good and it was a different color. The 2002 is one of BMW's most famous models. With its fuel-injected 1990cc engine, it produced 130 bhp in the high-performance 2002tii and had a top speed of 115 mph. The 2002 was produced from 1968 to 1976.
Model by ANSON 1/18

1972 Volvo P1800 ES: For two years Volvo produced this attractive hatchback version of its venerable P1800S sports car. With a 1985 cc, four-cylinder OHV engine, it could easily top 110 mph, while carrying two adults and several bages of groceries. With a four-speed and overdrive, disc brakes on all four wheels, these are nicely styled touring cars with rugged Volvo components. Only 8,078 units of the 1800ES were produced.
Model by DEL PRADO 1/43		 1972 Citroen SM: The Citroën SM high performance coupé was produced by Citroën between 1970 and 1975. Powered by a 3.0L Maserati V6 producing 180 hp, The SM was Citroën's flagship vehicle, competing with other high performance GTs of the time from manufacturers such as Jaguar, Lotus, Ferrari, Aston Martin, Alfa Romeo and Porsche. I saw one in a Vancouver, BC dealer window in 1972 on a dark rainy day, the white car dazzling in the light and was captivated; but never enough to want to own one of these quirky cars.
Model by AUTO PILEN 1/43		 1972 Rover 3500S: The 3500 was produced from 1968-77. Rover saw Buick's compact 3.5 L V8 as a way to differentiate the P6 from its chief rival, the Triumph 2000. They purchased the rights to the innovative aluminium engine in 1965 and it continued in production for 40 years in several British cars. The V8 produced 200 hp. This is a Series II model and it benefitted from updated interior and exterior styling.
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1973 Toyota Corolla SR5: In 1973, Toyota introduced the SR5 as part of the Corolla range. SR5 stood for "sport racer 5-speed" and the cars produced in 1973-74 were all out boy racers. With bolt-on fender flares and stiffer suspension, they were the grandfather of today's high-performance Japanese cars. US versions only received the 1.6L OHV four, which produced 105 bhp. Home market cars however had the 1.6L twin-cam and dual side-draft carbs and were good for over 120 mph. I cut my teeth in racing with a '74 SR5 and wish I had a 1/1 scale one still today - great fun!
Model by EBBRO 1/43		 1974 Toyota Corolla SR5: This is a picture of my trusty SR5.
Model by TOYOTA 1/1		 1973 Levin J TE27: The 'home market' name for what was known as Corolla in most of the world, was Levin J.
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1973 Porsche 911 Carrera RS: RS stands for Rennsport in German, meaning race sport in English. The Carrera RS sold to the public as street cars allowed Porsche to produce the minimum number of cars required (500) to enter Group 4 racing. Compared with a standard 911S, the Carrera 2.7 RS had a larger engine (2687 cc) developing 210 hp. The racing version had a larger 3.0L engine. There were a total 1,580 Carrera RS cars made.
Model by SOLIDO 1/43		 1974 MGB GT V8: MG began offering the V8 in GT form only 1973 and produced the car through 1976. Featuring the 3.5L Rover V8 with aluminium block, the V8 GT finally gave the MGB the performance it deserved. Producing 137 bhp, the V8 engine was actually 40lbs lighter than the MGB 4-cyl., which also improved handling and braking. The MGB GT V8 was never intended for import to the North American market, although some have been brought over since.
Model by DINKY 1/43		 1974 Fiat X1/9: The Fiat X1/9 is a mid-engined sports car designed by Bertone. It was built by Fiat from its introduction in 1972 and until 1982 when Bertone took over production. Its 1.5L single overhead cam four produced a mundane 75 hp, unless it was an Abarth X1/9 Prototipo which used an 1840 cc engine with a custom 16v cylinder head fed by twin 44 mm Weber IDF carburettors. This is the milder production version.
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1974 BMW 2002 Turbo: The ultimate 2002 model was the Turbo. A limited production (1,672) model, it was launched at the 1973 Frankfurt Motor Show. It was the company's first turbocharged production car and power was raised to 170 hp at full boost. Never exported to the USA, the fuel crisis in the mid-70's killed the market for the car.
Model by MINICHAMPS 1/43 		1974 BMW 2002 Turbo
Model by AUTOART 1/43		 1974 BMW 2002 Turbo
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1976 Mercedes Benz 280E: Produced for ten years between 1975-85, these 2.8L six-cylinder cars with all the refinements of the larger MB sedans were immensely popular. Fuel injection, four wheel disc brakes, 177 bhp, good for 120 mph on the Autoban, makes these early performance sedans from Stuttgart worthy of inclusion in our collection.
Model by SOLIDO 1/43 		NEW 1976 Jensen Interceptor SIII: The Interceptor was a Chrysler V8 powered touring car which was designed by Touring and built by Jensen between 1966-1976. The SIII cars introduced in 1971 had a 7.2L Hemi-V8, producing 340 hp. The Interceptor is a RWD car, but is closely related to the Jensen FF 4WD car which looks similar.
Model by NEO 1/43		 1978 Porsche 928: A break from the rear-engine, air-cooled Porsche 911 variants, the 928 broke convention for Porsche with its water cooled front engine 4.5L SOHC eight cylinder engine. Porsche's flagship model, the 928 fir Ferdinand Porsche's vision of a luxury touring car. I have never been a fan of the styling.
Model by SOLIDO 1/43

The 1980's to present
1987 Porsche 911 Carrera Clubsport (CS): Powered by the 3.2L horizontally opposed flat 6 cylinder, producing 231 bhp, the 911 Carrera Club Sport (CS) is a reduced weight version of the standard Carrera that, with engine and suspension modifications, was purpose built for club racing. The CS had a blueprinted engine with hollow intake valves and a higher rev limit, with enough equipment and material removed to save an estimated 155 lb in weight. A total of 340 examples were built.
Model by HIGH SPEED 1/43		 1989 Aston Martin Virage: Produced between 1989-94, the Virage was the first new Aston in 20 years. Featuring a powerful 5.3L V8, producing 330 hp, it was intended as the company's top model. While the DB7 V12 ultimately had better performance, the Virage remained the exclusive, expensive, and hand-built king of Astons. It was replaced in 2000 with the Vanquish.
Model by UNKNOWN 1/40

1992 Toyota Celica GT-Four: The Celica GT-Four is a high performance model of the Celica liftback, with a potent 2.0L turbocharged four-cylinder engine producing 190 bhp, and full-time AWD. It was created to compete in the World Rally Championship, whose regulations dictate that a manufacturer must build road-going versions of the vehicle in sufficient numbers.
Model by TROFEAU 1/43 		NEW 1997 Lister Storm GTL: Until recently, the road going version of the Storm GTL was considered the world's fastest four seater. Only four road going versions of the Le Mans GT1 class competitor were built. Powered by a Jaguar 7.0L V12 used in the Jaguar XJR race cars, which produced 546 hp. Its $350K price tag limited sales.
Model by ALTAYA/IXO 1/43

1999 Aston Martin DB7 Vantage: Luxury in a fast wrapper. The V12 Vantage with its 6.0 litre, all-alloy engine, delivers 420 bhp, and Aston Martin claims it has a top speed of 186 mph. The car was engineered at Tom Walkinshaw Racing (TWR). The first V-12 Aston Martin produced, in 2002, a new variant was launched, named V12 GT with styling cues taken from the Jaguar XK8, its V12 engine produced 435 bhp and an exciting way to get groceries.
Model by AUTOART 1/43		 2002 Aston Martin DB7 Zagato: The Aston Martin DB7 Zagato is a limited-edition grand tourer bodied by Zagato. Introduced at the Paris Motor Show in October, 2002, the Zagato was immediately sold out. Only 99 examples were sold to the public, though one extra was produced for the Aston Martin museum. Like the DB7 on which it is based, the Zagato is powered by a 6.0 L V12 engine and controlled via a 6-speed manual transmission. It has a top speed of 186 mph and a 0-60 mph acceleration time of 4.9 seconds
Model by IXO 1/43		 2003 Aston Martin DB7 Volante: Produced from 1996-2004, the Volante was the convertible Aston Martin version of the Jaguar XKR. The DB7 was styled by Jaguar designers Ian Callum and Keith Helfet. With its supercharged V8 of 3.2L, which produces 335 hp, surprisingly the DB7 has a smaller engine and less hp than an XKR, but is more refined and luxurious, both traits you would expect in an Aston costing almost double the price of its sister Jaguar.
Model by VITESSE 1/43

2004 Aston Martin DB9: Replacing the Jaguar inspired DB7, the DB9 comes in two variants; coupé and ""Volante"" convertible, each producing 470 bhp from a 6.0L V12 engine and either 6-speed automatic or manual transmissions.. The DB9 has been adapted for use in sports car racing, running in the ACO and FIA's GT1 class. The DBR9 won in its debut at the 2005 12 Hours of Sebring, and has gone on to take many wins in FIA GT Championship, as well as the 24 Hours of Le Mans.
Model by MINICHAMPS 1/18 		2005 Aston Martin V12 Vanquish S: Produced from 2001 to 2007, the Vanquish was the Aston Martin flagship during its production. The S was introduced in 2004 with its steering, suspension and brake modifications from the standard Vanquish. Powered by a 6.0L V12, producing 520 hp, the Vanquish S features a six-speed manual transmission.
Model by ALTAYA/IXO 1/43 		2005 Caterham Super 7: The 7 is the direct evolution of the Lotus Seven which was launched in 1957. Caterham who had been a Lotus dealer purchased the rights to produce the 7 from Lotus in 1973 when Lotus planned to discontinue the model. A 1.6L Ford engine producing 150hp powers this iconic sports car, which has been popular with club racers for over 50 years.
Model by VITESSE 1/43

2005 Mini Convertible: At the 2004 Salon International de l'Auto, Mini introduced a convertible model which was released in the 2005 model year and available in One, Cooper and Cooper S versions. Featuring a fully automatic convertible roof which can be opened partially to act as a sunroof. Using a 1.6L supercharged four on the Cooper S model, the Mini has a top speed of 134 mph..
Model by MINICHAMPS 1/43		 2005 Mercedes Benz SLR McLaren: The Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is an Anglo-German sports car jointly developed by Mercedes-Benz and McLaren Automotive, Mercedes owns 40% of the McLaren Group. This is MB's entry into the top echelon of GT cars with SLR standing for "Sport, Leicht, Rennsport" (sport, light, racing). Mercedes-Benz has stated that they will build 3500 SLRs in a span of 7 years, with an annual production of only 500 cars. The SLR sports a hand-built 5.4-litre, supercharged, all-aluminium, SOHC V8 engine which produces 617 hp and a top speed of 210 mph.
Model by IXO 1/43 		2007 Maserati Quattroporte Sport GT: With a Ferrari-designed and built 4.2 liter V8 engine to further exploit the exceptional handling and balance of this sensational Pininfarinia styled sedan. Producing 400 bhp, the V8 engine pushes the Quattroporte Sport GT to a top speed of 170 mph and 0-60 mph acceleration time of just 5.6 seconds. A six-speed dual mode ZF transmission with paddle shifters, 20"" wheels, Brembo brakes and an interior trimmed in rich leather with carbon fiber accents, who wouldn't want to own one?
Model by IXO 1/43

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