Sunday, December 7, 2014

Porsche Carrera GT Hot Wheels 1:64









From Fandom:

The Porsche Carrera GT is a Hot Wheels casting based on the production vehicle of the same name. While the die-cast model debuted in the 2006 First Editions, the full size production vehicle was first revealed as a concept at the 2001 Paris Auto Salon. The vehicle was extremely well received, and was given a green light for production.
 

Friday, November 28, 2014

1962 The Diggers Greer Black Prudhomme Fuel Dragster 1320 1:24










The Greer Black Prudhomme Top Fuel Dragster 1962 is a remarkable piece of engineering, designed for sheer speed and power. Its sleek, aerodynamic body is made of fiberglass and sits atop a lightweight chromoly steel chassis, both of which are essential in reducing wind resistance and maximizing speed. The car's overall length is 228 inches, with a front and rear track of 72 inches and a wheelbase of 150 inches.

Underneath the hood is a massive, fuel-injected 427 cubic inch V-8 engine, capable of producing up to 1200 horsepower. It boasts a dual magneto ignition system, a single Holley carburetor, and a high-performance camshaft, all of which are designed for maximum power delivery. To keep things cool, the engine is mounted with a front-mounted oil cooler and a rear-mounted radiator fan.

The car's transmission is a four-speed manual clutch, allowing the driver to shift gears manually for optimal performance. It sits behind the engine and delivers power to the rear wheels via a traditional solid rear axle. The car's brakes consist of dual disc brakes on the front and rear wheels, providing exceptional stopping power.

The streamlined body of the Greer Black Prudhomme Top Fuel Dragster 1962 is not just for looks. The rear of the car features a massive wing that generates downforce, helping to keep the car planted to the ground during acceleration. The front is equipped with a narrow nosecone, designed to cut through the air with minimal drag.

The car's suspension system is rudimentary, with a simple coilover setup on the front and rear axles. This minimalist setup helps to reduce weight and improve performance, while still providing enough dampening to smooth out the ride. The car rides on Mickey Thompson tires, specially designed for drag racing.

Overall, the Greer Black Prudhomme Top Fuel Dragster 1962 is a marvel of engineering, designed specifically for maximum speed and performance on the drag strip. Every component of the car is carefully engineered for optimal performance, and it has rightfully earned its place in the annals of racing history.

Friday, November 21, 2014

2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Funny Car 1:24 Racing Champions












From Wikipedia:
 The Chevrolet Monte Carlo is a two-door coupe that was manufactured and marketed by the Chevrolet division of General Motors. Deriving its name from the namesake Monegasque city, the Monte Carlo was marketed as the first personal luxury car of the Chevrolet brand. Introduced for the 1970 model year, the model line was produced across six generations through the 2007 model year, with a hiatus from 1989-1994. The Monte Carlo was a closely aligned variant of the Pontiac Grand Prix through its entire production.

Friday, November 14, 2014

1948 Chevy Aerosedan Fleetline Welly 1:24 American Graffiti












From Wikipedia:
The Chevrolet Fleetline is an automobile which was produced by US automaker Chevrolet from 1941 to 1952. From 1946 to 1948 it was a sub-series of the Chevrolet Fleetmaster rather than a series in its own right and from 1949 to 1951 it was a sub-series of both the Chevrolet Special and the Chevrolet Deluxe. In its final year it was offered only as a sub-series of the latter.

The Fleetline was introduced late in the 1941 model year as a four-door sedan. In 1942, a fastback two-door "Aerosedan" was also offered. In 1947, the Fleetline made up 71.26% of Chevrolet's sales. For the years' 1949 through 1952 models, the fastback was the only one offered, and Chevrolet dropped the Fleetline for 1953. Production was indefinitely delayed in 1942 due to World War II, after 110,000 had been made, though several thousand Chevrolet coupes and sedans were produced during the war years for military staff use. In 1945, production for civilians resumed. The original series was produced through 1948.

A redesigned Fleetline with reduced body contour and integrated rear fenders was offered for the 1949 through 1952 model years. It was referred to as a "fastback" because of its distinct sloping roof which extends through to the trunk lid. The Fleetline during the 1949 to 1950 years also has a lower look than a sedan, with the windshield being one inch shorter in height than a standard contemporary sedan. The 1949 to 1951 models were made in both four-door and two-door models, with only the lower portion of the doors being interchangeable with a sedan door. The Fleetline series is currently highly collectable. Many are made into street rods, with the common Chevrolet 350 small block V8 and the 350 or 400 turbo transmission being used.

Friday, November 7, 2014

2011 Porsche 911 GT3 Hot Wheels 1:64









From Fandom:

From 2011 until 2013, this die-cast representation featured a separate rear wing made of plastic. In 2015, the model was retooled and included the wing as part of its metal body.