http://www.snuffledopple.com/blog No.1 Pitstop for diecast model enthusiast. Mon, 01 Dec 2008 16:15:23 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w_GcKb2qV9U[/youtube] Thanks to for this willy561x2 featured video [ad#post234x60] http://www.snuffledopple.com/blog/videos/acura-commercial-with-sweet-song.html [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nHwWyQonNsk[/youtube] [ad#post234x60] http://www.snuffledopple.com/blog/favorites/lexus-commercial.html According to wikipedia.org : The Ferrari 575 M Superamerica was an innovative convertible version of the 575 M Maranello; it featured an electrochromic glass panel roof which rotated 180° (both are production car firsts) at the rear to lay flat over the boot. The Superamerica used the higher-output tune of the ... http://www.snuffledopple.com/blog/favorites/the-ferrari-superamerica.html [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bWl8ERzgZWs[/youtube] [ad#post234x60] http://www.snuffledopple.com/blog/videos/bmw-3-series-commerical.html [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YrGL5Y5Hlb0[/youtube] [ad#post234x60] http://www.snuffledopple.com/blog/videos/1956-ford-tv-ad-bing-crosbys-thunderbird.html 1956 was the second year for the first generation, two passenger Thunderbird and the demand for these little classics is higher now than ever before.Ford might have been inspired by European sports cars, but the Thunderbird ended up an all-American boulevardier convertible designed for comfort and smooth, powerful straightline performance. ... http://www.snuffledopple.com/blog/favorites/1956-ford-thunderbird.html [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cb70cvj1UEM[/youtube] http://www.snuffledopple.com/blog/videos/first-drive-2008-dodge-challenger-srt8.html The '09 SRT8 is virtually identical to its '08 counterpart, with the main difference being the choice of either a 5-speed automatic or a 6-speed manual transmission. Standard features include big Brembo brakes, a special suspension, bi-xenon headlamps, heated leather sport seats, keyless go, Sirius satellite radio, and 20-inch forged ... http://www.snuffledopple.com/blog/favorites/2008-dodge-challenger-srt8.html At last a new home, it's been a very busy week. We've moved to a new host. Please report any problems you encounter using our contact us form http://www.snuffledopple.com/blog/favorites/hurray-at-last-a-new-home.html Burago or shall I say Bburago, yes, it's Bburago, I was confused too. Anyway, Bburago entered the U.S. miniature diecast market in the 70's and has been widely popular. It is one of the very few diecast collectibles that are still manufactured in Europe. Burago models were used to be Italian ... http://www.snuffledopple.com/blog/diecast-manufacturer-focus/burago-bburago.html The Mach 5 Racer X is the car from the famous Japanese manga / anime, Mach GoGoGo which focus on automobile racing. Mach GoGoGo was originally serialized in Shueisha's Sh?nen Book, and was released in tank?bon form by Sun Wide Comics, re-released in Japan by Fusosha and adapted in English ... http://www.snuffledopple.com/blog/movies/speed-racer-mach-5-racer-x.html Comet Miniatures is an english company that according to many has produced a pair of replicas under the Mini Metal brand of the Seaview and Flying Sub from the popular 1970s TV series Voyage to the Bottom of the Sea. ADDRESS: 44-48 Lavender Hill Battersea London SW11 5RH Phone: Tel: +44 (0) 20 7228 3702 Fax: +44 (0) ... http://www.snuffledopple.com/blog/diecast-manufacturer-focus/comet-miniatures.html [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6QmYgpqLlsk[/youtube] http://www.snuffledopple.com/blog/videos/1968-pontiac-gto-tv-commercial.html Pontiac GTO - Originally built by Pontiac from 1964 to 1974, and by General Motors Holden in Australia from 2004 to 2006. Tagged by many as the first true muscle car. From 1964 until midway through 1973 it was closely related to the Pontiac Tempest and for the 1974 model ... http://www.snuffledopple.com/blog/favorites/1965-pontiac-gto-hurst.html The Maxim C-2 Fire Truck Randolph was created by Maxim Motor Company. The Company was founded in 1914 by a firefighter from Middleboro Massachusetts named, Carlton Maxim. The C series line as you see in the photo on the left was introduced in 1922. The C-2 was a 400 gpm ... http://www.snuffledopple.com/blog/great-classics/1923-maxim-c2-fire-truck-randolph.html The battery electric vehicle, or BEV, is a type of electric vehicle (EV) that uses chemical energy stored in rechargeable battery packs. As electric vehicle, it employs electric motors and motor controllers instead of internal combustion engines (ICEs). Motors Electric cars have traditionally used series wound DC motors, a form of Brushed ... http://www.snuffledopple.com/blog/electric-cars/bev-battery-electric-vehicle.html Zylmex models are the oldest and most valued die-cast toys produced by the company. Zee Toys arrived later, being divided into two lines: Dynawheels - less expensive, less detailed toy vehicles with plastic bases and no working parts Pacesetters - more detailed toy cars usually produced with opening doors and die-cast ... http://www.snuffledopple.com/blog/diecast-manufacturer-focus/zee-toys.html [caption id="attachment_223" align="alignnone" width="215" caption="1320 Inc"][/caption] 1320 Inc. Fairly new to the Diecast Industry. Established in 2003, but their popularity has been rising steadily with a growing collector base as news spreads of their exceptional and unique diecast models. 1320 Inc is concentrates on making drag racing diecast collectibles. Company Info: Website: www.1320inc.com Phone ... http://www.snuffledopple.com/blog/diecast-manufacturer-focus/1320-inc.html At excatly 12:30 PM Sept. 23, 2008 our site went offline because of unknown reason. Unknown because our current hosting company, VPSBYTE.COM won't even answer our questions as to what really happen from September 23, 2008 until yesterday afternoon Sept. 24, 2008. VPSBYTE.COM acts as if nothing happen, their ... http://www.snuffledopple.com/blog/favorites/were-sorry.html [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pyoyaQ9wf-4[/youtube] http://www.snuffledopple.com/blog/videos/german-mercedes-benz-commercial-s-class.html [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oWh6sSl_5Is[/youtube] http://www.snuffledopple.com/blog/videos/audi-1987-vs-bmw-mercedes-commercial.html [caption id="attachment_203" align="alignnone" width="218" caption="2009 Toyota Prius Hybrid X Concept"][/caption] The Toyota Prius scheduled to come out sometime in 2009 as a 2010 model according to latest reports . Promised to deliver both better fuel economy and more power. Engine size increases to 1.8 liters. New batteries and refinements to the ... http://www.snuffledopple.com/blog/concept-cars/2009-toyota-prius-hybrid-x-concept.html 3.2-liter V-6 delivers 260 horsepower to the rear wheels for a brisk 5.3-second 0-60 mph time. http://www.snuffledopple.com/blog/concept-cars/daihatsu-d-bone.html [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zv0ZPyj7S6M[/youtube] http://www.snuffledopple.com/blog/videos/mercedes-benz-inventions-commercial.html Ferrari F430, produced by the Italian automaker Ferrari, is a high-performance sports car intended to replace Ferrary 360. Developed in conjunction with Michelotti, the F430 GT is a stripped down version of the road car. The F430 GT's biggest feature is a 4.0 V8 which offers plenty more torque and ... http://www.snuffledopple.com/blog/favorites/ferrari-f430-gt.html Nissan’s first electric car, with a top speed of 35km/h and capable of achieving 65km when fully charged. This is Nissan's answer to the oil crisis after the War. http://www.snuffledopple.com/blog/electric-cars/the-nissan-tama-electric-car-1947.html ZAP Alias is a three-wheeled all-electric car. ZAP has partnered with Lotus for development and with China Youngman Automotive Group for production, with a target date of Q2 2009 and a target price of $32,500.00. You can reserve one now at http://www.zapworld.com/ . [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j_laBPi9wbA[/youtube] http://www.snuffledopple.com/blog/electric-cars/the-zap-alias-zero-air-pollution.html [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zH8blqvkQps[/youtube] http://www.snuffledopple.com/blog/videos/1970-dodge-charger-500-banned-commercials.html 1970 Dodge Charger - The Fast and The Furious (TF&TF) The 1970 Charger included a front bumper which completely encircled the grille and new full width tail lights. Also new far 1970 was the Federally mandated ignition switch buzzer to remind drivers not to leave their keys in the car. Total Charger ... http://www.snuffledopple.com/blog/movies/1970-dodge-charger-the-fast-and-the-furious-tftf.html Jeepneys are considered the no. 1 means of public transportation in the Philippines. Jeepney's were originally US military jeeps that were left behind by U.S. forces during World War II and since then have become a symbol of Philippine Culture. Now with the booming need for cheap electric fuel, alternative to ... http://www.snuffledopple.com/blog/electric-cars/electric-car-from-the-philippines-the-jeepney.html [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=laza4DfU9a8[/youtube] http://www.snuffledopple.com/blog/videos/disassemble-a-volkswagen-beetle-in-just-20-seconds.html The Bug Commonly known as the Beetle or the Bug, probably the best known car in the Volkswagen fleet around the world. Click here to view our collection of Volkswagen Diecast Model Cars. Check out this Classic Volkswagen Beetle Commercial [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lMl8x2qFPrc[/youtube] http://www.snuffledopple.com/blog/great-classics/volkswagen-beetle-the-bug.html [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8ZN6vhiYnZA[/youtube] http://www.snuffledopple.com/blog/videos/bmw-commercial-007-hostage.html Trucks designed by German industrial designer Luigi Colani. Colani was born in Berlin and studied industrial design in Germany and then moved to Paris to study aerodynamics. The prime characteristic of his designs are the rounded, organic forms which are ergonomically superior to traditional designs. Colani's work is called “Biodynamic” which ... http://www.snuffledopple.com/blog/trucks/trucks-design-by-luigi-colani.html Battery operated Volkswagen Convertible. A rare collectible. Click here to view our collection of Volkswagen Diecast Model Cars. http://www.snuffledopple.com/blog/great-classics/battery-operated-volkswagen-convertible.html Ford teamed up with an Italian designer to come up with this great car, due in 2010.  This is a joint effort between Ford  design boss J Mays and ItalDesign’s Fabrizio Giugiaro. Love that gull wing doors. http://www.snuffledopple.com/blog/mustangs/italian-mustang.html I was searching google image for a nice looking Ford Model T when I came accross this. The Ford Model T 2008 by David Beasley. David Beasley Master in Design- Coventry University Master in Art - Royal College of Art Former Land Rover sponsored student consultant designer BMW Advanced & Mini designer responsible for the interior design ... http://www.snuffledopple.com/blog/great-classics/ford-model-t-concept-car.html [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8vY0TgU9uiQ[/youtube] http://www.snuffledopple.com/blog/videos/bmw-commercial-006-the-follow.html 1:18 1999 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe Diecast Model Car The Corvette C5,  introduced in early 1997, and was the 1998 North American Car of the Year. It combines great performance and price. Although there are a number of very good sports cars in the same price range as the Corvette, it doesn't really ... http://www.snuffledopple.com/blog/favorites/1999-chevrolet-corvette-coupe.html VW Volkswagen Beetle Coupe Green 1:18 Diecast Model Details Coming Soon... Get yours now at Snuffledopple.Com. http://www.snuffledopple.com/blog/favorites/vw-volkswagen-beetle-coupe-green-118-diecast-model.html Lotus Elise 111S Silver Diecast Model 1:18 Welly Details Coming Soon ... Get yours now at Snuffledopple.Com http://www.snuffledopple.com/blog/favorites/lotus-elise-111s-silver-diecast-model-118-welly.html MERCEDES BENZ A CLASS 4DR SILVER 1:18 DIECAST MODEL Details Coming soon... Get yours now at Snuffledopple.Com . http://www.snuffledopple.com/blog/favorites/mercedes-benz-a-class-4dr-silver-118-diecast-model.html Specter Werkes Corvette C5 Z06 Blue 1:18 Diecast Details coming soon.... Get yours now at Snuffledopple.com. http://www.snuffledopple.com/blog/favorites/specter-werkes-corvette-c5-z06-blue-118-diecast.html Please excuse the dust. We have moved to a new and better server.  Our previous hosting company, couldn't handle the traffic increase we are getting and their support sucks. We expect to have a better support from our new hosting. You will notice that some images on our store are still broken, ... http://www.snuffledopple.com/blog/favorites/weve-moved-to-a-new-a-better-server.html [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hzOxEkwHqEI[/youtube] http://www.snuffledopple.com/blog/videos/bmw-commercial-005-beat-the-devil.html [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nQaRtgTOa0I[/youtube] http://www.snuffledopple.com/blog/videos/bmw-commercial-004-ticker.html [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AKJyehKtQZQ[/youtube] http://www.snuffledopple.com/blog/videos/bmw-commercial-003-chosen.html [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rf8lnYCZYEs[/youtube] http://www.snuffledopple.com/blog/videos/bmw-commercial-002-ambush.html [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jUsCQoDCXoY[/youtube] http://www.snuffledopple.com/blog/videos/amazing-bmw-commercial.html [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8QR0M91_cyw[/youtube] http://www.snuffledopple.com/blog/videos/bmw-commercial.html