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Live from the 2013 International Toy Fair we are very excited to once again give our loyal collectors and model enthusiasts exclusive access to the latest news and happenings coming straight from Nuremberg, Germany.
In this final issue from the 2013 Fair we look at our first Bentley and Duesenberg models as well as our expanding McLaren line. |
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| 2003 Bentley Speed 8 #8 |
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One of our most anticipated releases of 2013 will be the 1/18 Bentley Speed 8 as driven in the 2003 12 Hours of Sebring. After a 73 year hiatus, Bentley decided to return to the 24 Hours of Le Mans with the all new Speed 8. Despite finishing the race and placing very favorably for having been its first run, Bentley knew that they would have to make some serious modifications if it were to compete with the dominating Audi R8 of its time.
For 2003, Bentley decided that their new evolved Speed 8 would need competitive testing in order to prepare for an overall win at Le Mans, and decided to enter it into the 12 Hours of Sebring. Despite having to start at the back of the field due to a rules infraction in qualifying, the two cars quickly made their way through the field, eventually finishing in 3rd and 4th place. Though they came up short once again, the Sebring race proved to be a critical step in the development process of the Speed 8, as it would go on to win the 24 Hours of Le Mans later that year. |
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We are very proud to replicate the Bentley Speed 8 in 1/18 scale, as it raced in the 2003 12 Hours of Sebring. Since this model is made entirely of resin and will not feature any opening parts, you can expect the final version to carry a considerable amount of external detail that is sure to please any discerning collector.
Look for it this summer! |
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| 1995 McLaren F1 LM-XP1 |
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| Also on display this weekend is the newly announced 1/18 scale 1995 McLaren F1 LM-XP1. In honor of their performance at Le Mans, McLaren built five F1 LM’s to commemorate the five F1 GTR’s that raced and won that year. Whereas the standard McLaren F1 was designed to be the ultimate roadcar in the sense that it should be comfortable and usable in everyday conditions despite being a very potent sports car, the LM edition is a lower and stiffer, more track machine oriented vehicle. Although only five F1 LMs were sold, a sixth chassis exists in the form of LM-XP1, which served as the prototype for modifications to the existing F1 to form the new F1 LM. |
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It is with this history in mind that we are announcing our plans to replicate the LM-XP1 in 1/18 scale diecast. Featuring opening doors and engine detail exposing the real beauty of this car, and painted in its original “Papaya Orange” color used to honor and give tribute to the great Bruce McLaren, this model is sure to be one of our most popular releases of the year. Such a rare car deserves a rare model, and with a limited edition run of 3,000 pieces, the McLaren F1 LM-XP1 is sure to be high on every collector’s list.
This year we will also be expanding our line of 1/43 McLaren offerings as well, and for a full listing you can click the photo below. |
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| 1935 Duesenberg SJ Gurney Nutting Speedster |
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Speaking of rare cars, TSM will also be releasing a 1/43 version of an American classic, the 1935 Duesenberg SJ Gurney-Nutting Speedster. Founded in 1913 by the Duesenberg brothers, Duesenberg cars were actually considered to be some of the very best cars during its time, and were built entirely by hand. As it was custom among luxury car brands, only the chassis and engine would be built and then sold to the public, since the interior and body of the car would be custom-made by an experienced coachbuilder to the owner's specifications. This model SJ in particular had its body work built by coachbuilder Gurney-Nutting, after it was sold to the Maharaja Holkar of Indore in India. Considered to be the last Duesenberg to be built, this stunning vehicle encompasses the art, luxury, and history that made Duesenberg cars extremely sought after by celebrities and Sheiks alike.
We will be producing a 1/43 resin model of this car and from the pictures above the model looks to be a beauty itself, with its bright orange interior, sweeping lines, white wall tires and shiny black finish. Whether you are a collector of classic American cars, or just appreciate a beautiful vehicle, the 1/43 1935 Duesenberg SJ will definitely turn some heads. |
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Thank you for helping to make our 2013 International Toy Fair a huge success by visiting us during the show and reading our live coverage. We are greatly looking forward to a year filled with exciting new models!
Be sure to join us next year for another amazing Toy Fair! |
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Live from the 2013 International Toy Fair we are very excited to once again give our loyal collectors and model enthusiasts exclusive access to the latest news and happenings coming straight from Nuremberg, Germany.
In this final issue from the 2013 Fair we look at our first Bentley and Duesenberg models as well as our expanding McLaren line. |
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| 2003 Bentley Speed 8 #8 |
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One of our most anticipated releases of 2013 will be the 1/18 Bentley Speed 8 as driven in the 2003 12 Hours of Sebring. After a 73 year hiatus, Bentley decided to return to the 24 Hours of Le Mans with the all new Speed 8. Despite finishing the race and placing very favorably for having been its first run, Bentley knew that they would have to make some serious modifications if it were to compete with the dominating Audi R8 of its time.
For 2003, Bentley decided that their new evolved Speed 8 would need competitive testing in order to prepare for an overall win at Le Mans, and decided to enter it into the 12 Hours of Sebring. Despite having to start at the back of the field due to a rules infraction in qualifying, the two cars quickly made their way through the field, eventually finishing in 3rd and 4th place. Though they came up short once again, the Sebring race proved to be a critical step in the development process of the Speed 8, as it would go on to win the 24 Hours of Le Mans later that year. |
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We are very proud to replicate the Bentley Speed 8 in 1/18 scale, as it raced in the 2003 12 Hours of Sebring. Since this model is made entirely of resin and will not feature any opening parts, you can expect the final version to carry a considerable amount of external detail that is sure to please any discerning collector.
Look for it this summer! |
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| 1995 McLaren F1 LM-XP1 |
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| Also on display this weekend is the newly announced 1/18 scale 1995 McLaren F1 LM-XP1. In honor of their performance at Le Mans, McLaren built five F1 LM’s to commemorate the five F1 GTR’s that raced and won that year. Whereas the standard McLaren F1 was designed to be the ultimate roadcar in the sense that it should be comfortable and usable in everyday conditions despite being a very potent sports car, the LM edition is a lower and stiffer, more track machine oriented vehicle. Although only five F1 LMs were sold, a sixth chassis exists in the form of LM-XP1, which served as the prototype for modifications to the existing F1 to form the new F1 LM. |
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It is with this history in mind that we are announcing our plans to replicate the LM-XP1 in 1/18 scale diecast. Featuring opening doors and engine detail exposing the real beauty of this car, and painted in its original “Papaya Orange” color used to honor and give tribute to the great Bruce McLaren, this model is sure to be one of our most popular releases of the year. Such a rare car deserves a rare model, and with a limited edition run of 3,000 pieces, the McLaren F1 LM-XP1 is sure to be high on every collector’s list.
This year we will also be expanding our line of 1/43 McLaren offerings as well, and for a full listing you can click the photo below. |
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| 1935 Duesenberg SJ Gurney Nutting Speedster |
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Speaking of rare cars, TSM will also be releasing a 1/43 version of an American classic, the 1935 Duesenberg SJ Gurney-Nutting Speedster. Founded in 1913 by the Duesenberg brothers, Duesenberg cars were actually considered to be some of the very best cars during its time, and were built entirely by hand. As it was custom among luxury car brands, only the chassis and engine would be built and then sold to the public, since the interior and body of the car would be custom-made by an experienced coachbuilder to the owner's specifications. This model SJ in particular had its body work built by coachbuilder Gurney-Nutting, after it was sold to the Maharaja Holkar of Indore in India. Considered to be the last Duesenberg to be built, this stunning vehicle encompasses the art, luxury, and history that made Duesenberg cars extremely sought after by celebrities and Sheiks alike.
We will be producing a 1/43 resin model of this car and from the pictures above the model looks to be a beauty itself, with its bright orange interior, sweeping lines, white wall tires and shiny black finish. Whether you are a collector of classic American cars, or just appreciate a beautiful vehicle, the 1/43 1935 Duesenberg SJ will definitely turn some heads. |
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Thank you for helping to make our 2013 International Toy Fair a huge success by visiting us during the show and reading our live coverage. We are greatly looking forward to a year filled with exciting new models!
Be sure to join us next year for another amazing Toy Fair! |
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