Thursday, March 13, 2014

Hot Wheels Ferrari California

I was really excited when I saw this Ferrari California for sale because it was the first time I came across one on my favorite auction site.I had the option of a red or light blue one and picked the red one to fit in with my other red Ferrari's. In retrospect I think I should have gone for the blue one, this shade of red just does not have that warmth to it and I think the blue would have looked better on the car.

In general I not too concerned about buying Hot Wheels Foundation models, my past Foundation models was always of good quality and value for money but this time I was a bit disappointed. The doors, boot and bonnet is plastic and it feels like plastic. The paint job is not as good as usual and details like the front grill is flat plastic and not a real grid. The brakes etc also looks below par. On the plus side I think the interior looks good and I love the removable top.










Norscot Bell B40D ADT

Long time since I bought my last construction model. This time it's a Bell B40D ADT model from Norscot. Norscot typically only makes models of CAT vehicles but they do make a few models of other manufactures like Bell which are hard to find.

The detail on this models is what I would expect with the one exception of the opening hood to show the engine which is nice and they don't do it with other models. I also like the maroon color inside the bucket that looks cool. All in all a very good buy for me I think.







Tuesday, March 4, 2014

Hot Wheels Ferrari F12berlinetta

Ferrari has a proud heritage of V12 GT's. Cars like the 250 GTO, 365 GTB, 550 / 575 and the 599. The lastest in this bloodline is the F12berlinetta, only second to the La Ferrari in the power stakes. If I had the money this is the Ferrari I would buy. 

This model is from the Hot Wheels Elite collection. Would have preferred a red one but the blue also looks good even if it show touch marks easily.

What I like about this car. The detail is very high, especially inside the cabin. A stunning model of an awesome car.