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Author: Matt Slayton

Matt’s Models – February 2010

Matt’s Models – February 2010

This month, we look at another release from Brumm. This Italian die cast manufacturer is known for it’s wide array of models in 1/43 scale. While prominently focusing on the Italian brands, they have released Lotus 25 models from time to

Matt Slayton February 1, 2010April 29, 2024 Uncategorized Read more

Matt’s Models – January 2010

Matt’s Models – January 2010

This month continues the F1 onslaught of Spark models to our shores. In the past, the Lotus 33 had been produced in 1/43 scale as a metal model (SMTS or John Day kit… better known as a white metal kit.

Matt Slayton January 1, 2010April 29, 2024 Uncategorized Read more

Matt’s Models – December 2009

Matt’s Models – December 2009

This month, we’ll look at a blast from the past in the world of F1. Since Team Lotus (or some iteration of it) will be appearing on the starting grid in 2010, I thought I might get you up to

Matt Slayton December 1, 2009April 29, 2024 Uncategorized Read more

Matt’s Models – November 2009

Matt’s Models – November 2009

This month, we look at the precursor to the Esprit, the Europa, and a few of its racing variations. Spark continues to churn out model after model of the Lotus marque. The past few months saw the release of the Lotus

Matt Slayton November 1, 2009April 29, 2024 Uncategorized Read more

Matt’s Models – October 2009

Matt’s Models – October 2009

This month, we celebrate the month of “sparktober” with even more models from Spark models! Spark, it seems, has an endless supply of merchandising agreements with Classic Team Lotus. The model range that they have produced so far (and have sold

Matt Slayton October 1, 2009April 29, 2024 Uncategorized Read more

Matt’s Models – September 2009

Matt’s Models – September 2009

Spark models continue to be the leader in the Lotus ring, and this month we are in for a treat! First up, is the beautiful Team Lotus transporter in 1/43 scale. Keep in mind that the 1/43 scale is in relation

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Matt’s Models – August 2009

Matt’s Models – August 2009

The past few months have seen a whirlwind of releases hitting the market. I think it’s safe to say that if you have a favorite Lotus model, there is a manufacturer out there that will produce it! Spark continues to be

Matt Slayton August 1, 2009April 29, 2024 Uncategorized Read more

Matt’s Models – June 2009

Matt’s Models – June 2009

This month we look at quite a few releases from Hot Wheels and Matchbox…with a nice surprise to boot! First on the left, is the Tesla Roadster from Hot Wheels. Granted, this isn’t a true Lotus, but does share the

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Matt’s Models – May 2009

Matt’s Models – May 2009

Last month we looked at the latest release from Auto Art, the Europa S. I thought it would be appropriate to continue on that thread for this month’s models. As you may remember through the years, I have always been a

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Matt’s Models – April 2009

Matt’s Models – April 2009

This month we look at a few models from across the globe…and one that’s probably in your back yard! First up is the Hot Wheels “Clover Cars” release of the Lotus Esprit. This particular model has been through several variations through the

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