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Sunday, January 15, 2012

The Car Collection Of WRC Legend Juha Kankkunen

I cling to the roll bar as the man who won 23 rallies slides a Group B car past the front door of his private museum. The Peugeot 205 T16 Evo 2, for example, is the very car in which he won the Swedish Rally in 1986. "In '86 I went from a rear-wheel-drive Toyota to a four-wheel-drive Peugeot," says Kankkunen. "It required a totally different style of driving but it only took me three months to adjust and I won the second rally I entered. When you're a kid you can learn anything quickly."Kankkunen won his first World Championship with Peugeot in 1986, but the infamous Group B cars were banned a year later following the death of his close friend Henri T

Thursday, January 12, 2012

Buying NASCAR Diecast Collectible Online

NASCAR cars are reproduced in collectible forms through diecast cars. Fans often spend much time collecting diecast cars of all their favorite NASCAR drivers, as more models comes out every season.An easy and fun way to get them is through eBay. All of the famous drivers' cars are on trade at eBay. Some of the drivers include Dale Earnhardt, Bobby Labont, Jeff Gordon, Mark Martin, just to name a few. Vast arsenals of collections are available on eBay.Shopping on eBay requires you to learn a few stuff such as the shipping, payment methods, insurance and feedback. eBay works on a bidding and purchasing method, where the highest bidder gets the item. To p

Buying Hunter Douglas Brand Products

When you want to spruce up your home, you need to ensure that you only buy good products and brands that are guaranteed to serve you well and last for a long time. Consequently, many people have opted to buy products only of a specific brand and not buy something that is going to give them problems in the long run like losing its shine or luster or even just falling apart due to some other reason. Hence, instead of skimping and buying something unreliable, you should consider investing your hard earned money in something that will last and serve you for a long time to come.Among the many different kinds of brands that are available in the market today,

More Designers Choose HandCASE Handheld Enclosures

Greater use of mobile technology in harsh environments is prompting more designers to choose handCASE handheld enclosures from ROLEC . These high performance aluminium enclosures have been specifically designed for mobile handheld electronics used regularly in challenging conditions. Fareham, Hampshire (PRWEB UK) 12 January 2012 These high performance aluminium enclosures have been specifically designed for mobile handheld electronics used regularly in challenging conditions.Typical applications for handCASE IP66 enclosures include test and measurement equipment, machine and robot controllers, detection equipment and data logging units. These ergonomi

Wednesday, January 11, 2012

Diecast Model Cars - A History - Facebook

There is quite a long history of craftsmen building detailed miniature replicas of transport vehicles and machinery, but it wasn't until 1934 that diecast model cars and lorries arrived on the market in any great numbers.At that time the model cars and trucks weren't regarded as collectable items in their own right - they were produced to lend added realism to model railways.Since the early 1920s Frank Hornby had been making increasingly complex train sets. One of the sets, Meccano Set No 21, was embellished with six diecast models, consisting of a motor truck, a sports coupe, a delivery van, a sports car, a farm tractor, and an Army tank. These were t

Tuesday, January 10, 2012

Collecting Diecast Matchbox Cars

Matchbox cars are probably in every man's past. Almost every little boy at one time or another has owned at least one matchbox car, but probably more than just one. These diecast cars are the fabric of molding our imagination as a child. I can remember setting up tracks and little towns as a child and running my matchbox cars for hours at a time. I also remember my mother getting angry as she would step on them in the middle of the night or just coming into my room at any given time. Matchbox cars are as popular today as they were some 50 years ago. Every Wal-Mart or dollar store has some sort of display with these diecast models hanging on the rack. M

Monday, January 9, 2012

Antiques Golf Collectible Items And Diecast Toys

Antique furniture and wholesale collectible household items are also there for the finding, throughout thousands of antique shops. All you have to do is discover where and how to ferret the bargains out. Antique furniture is usually crafted with oak, mahogany, pine and rosewood. Elm and walnut chests are sought after antique furniture. Antiques are rare pieces that may relate to the past eras. They are priceless items with great aesthetic and historic importance.Antiques are a special class of collectible items, and antiques are at least 100 years old; collectibles are less than antique, and may even be new. Collectors and dealers may use the word vint

Saturday, January 7, 2012

Review Of The Papo Pachycephalosaurus Model - Excellent And ...

Papo the prehistoric animal model manufacturers of France, have been in the model making business for more than 25 years. Over this time they have built a considerable reputation for their hand-painted and detailed animal, models and historical figures. The range of prehistoric animal figures offered has recently been extended and a number of new models are being introduced for 2010, however, it is one of their smaller dinosaur models, one that is rarely seen that deserves special attention. Less than two years ago, Papo introduced into their Prehistoric Animal range, a model of a baby Pachycephalosaurus. This particular model is often overlooked by hi

Collectible Retailer Legacy Motors Opens Online Store For Display Cases

Put some Facebook into your living space. Burbank, CA (PRWEB) January 07, 2012 "We live in a social networking world where people are keenly interested in learning more about each other and sharing their life experiences," said Entrepreneur Michael Knab , president of Legacy Display Cases. "More and more people are ready to customize their surroundings and put what is of personal importance in front of the world," he noted. Display cases make it easy for anyone to showcase their prized possessions while at the same time adding socialization and entertainment to life. Sports fans want their friends to see the autographed football from the big game. Mil

Friday, January 6, 2012

Wall Mount Enclosures House Indoor Electronics.

These stylish aluminum housings are designed for indoor electronics which can be mounted to a wall or machine housing. The unique four-part assembly allows all round access to the electronics during installation and servicing.Typical applications for the 'DATAMET' range includes control units, measurement technology, medical equipment, safety and security systems, communication devices, and machine controllers. The new black models should prove especially useful for heavier industrial applications.'DATAMET' enclosures consist of an attractive diecast front bezel which locates onto the fabricated aluminum case body and rear panel assembly. The rear pane

Monday, January 2, 2012

Toy Review Of Pixar-Disney Mattel Diecast Cars

From the popular Disney Pixar film "Cars", a range of adorable diecast toy cars arise. The producer of these cars is none other than Mattel, who has made over a hundred cars based on the "characters" of the aforementioned movie. Some of the more limited releases have become collectors' items and are already not available from the producers' market. They may, however, be found through other channels like eBay.For only as much as $4, you can own a toy car made of good materials and fine details. It is said that these new toys are rather hardy, and can withstand the throwing from kids. Of course, I do not recommend that you try that at home. In fact, try

How You Can Protect Your Diecast Collectibles

"How can I protect my beloved diecast collections?" I believe not many collectors have the answer to that. Few are able to see their valuables as assets and thus insure them against fire, theft and the like. Having said that, if you treasure your collection and its worth, its mandatory that you call your insurance agent and discuss a plan to cover your collection.But unless your agent is also a diecast collector, he would not know how much those vehicles are worth. It will be a tragedy that you get paid hundreds for a collection worth thousands. In the first place, you will have to convince him/her that your collection are "assets", therefore worthy o

Sunday, January 1, 2012

You Need A Hobby!

One of my eNewsletter subscribers (Jim W. from Tennessee) sent me information on his hobby. I loved his stories and the photos. Jim collects, re-tools, and races Mustangs. His hobby caused him to meet his wife of 40+ years, meet folks who have become friends, bond with younger members of his family, and travel. He tells me that his car hobby has even kept him young! That's good stuff.Jim closed his letter to me with this: "Mustangs, and the people who love them, are two of my favorite parts of life! Regarding my hobby -- I live it and love it. I hope that everyone can find something similar that they love and are passionate about, and live it, too!"Wow