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’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’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’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’s Models – April 2008
This month, we look at a few releases from a company called RBA Collectibles, out of Spain. RBA Collectibles recently, seemingly, sprung out of nowhere with a huge selection of 1:43 scale diecast models. They focus on both road, rally,
Matt’s Models – April 2006
This month brings another new find from Brumm. If you remember from previous newsletters, Brumm is a die cast manufacturer out of Italy that has produced numerous 1/43 scale models including Aston Martin’s and Ferrari. recently, they began producing Lotus- albeit, just one model,
Matt’s Models – January 2005
Well, it’s a new year, and what better way to start the year than with a few Lotus goodies to add to your collection … and drain your checkbook at the same time! I thought I would focus on the formula one models