The Duke

I've got a riddle for you: who is the man featured on four trucks by New-Ray and is also the key to the best Western movies ever?

The second question gave away the answer to the first, right? He's a movie star unlike any other, the embodiment of Western movies, a man that garnered the respect to earn both the Congressional Gold Medal and the Presidential Medal of Freedom, one of the handful of individuals to receive both honors. John Wayne is the quintessential tough-guy actor, a man who seemed he could hold his own if the scene were ever to become real.

His image fits well on the trailer of a long haul truck, giving credence to the idea that truck drivers are America's last cowboys. New-Ray has done a wonderful job of capturing his likeness on these 1/32 scale trailers and gives you four to choose from. 3000toys.com already has two in stock, the third scheduled to arrive next month, and the fourth to follow.

Take a look and pick your favorite, or grab the first three with plans to collect all four. Whichever your decision, buying one of these trucks is sure to increase your toughness at least tenfold.

NEW-RAY - 10413 - 1/32 Price = $34.95

John Wayne Series Long-Haul Truck and Trailer (1 of 4)

NEW-RAY - 10433 - 1/32 Price = $34.95

John Wayne Series Long-Haul Truck and Trailer (2 of 4)

NEW-RAY - 10443 - 1/32 Price = $34.95

John Wayne Series Long-Hauler Truck and Trailer (3 of 4)

August - September Arrival

--Matt

Pick a Color!

What is your favorite color? I know my mom likes yellow, my wife likes pink, and I like blue. Clearly, blue is the best out of the bunch. And when I can't find a blue whatever-it-is-I-am-looking-for, well, that's frustrating.

In the diecast market, you often don't get much of a choice when it comes to colors--you get what the company makes. What makes Highway 61's line of 1969 Baldwin-Motion Camaros so different? They have several different colors, they're all beautiful models, and every model is loaded with features that really shine in 1/18 scale:

*Operating Doors, Hood and Trunk

*Detailed Interior

*Detailed Engine and Drive Train

*Functional Steering

*Original Factory Paint Scheme

*Rubber-like tires

*Functional Suspension

It's a combination you just can't beat. And 3000toys.com loves unbeatable combinations.

So pick your favorite color or pick them all, either way, you're sure to enjoy these wonderful models.

HIGHWAY 61 - 50822 - 1/18 Price = $99.95

1969 Baldwin Motion Camaro in Dusk Blue with White Stripes

HIGHWAY 61 - 50823 - 1/18 Price = $99.95

1969 Baldwin Motion Camaro in Daytona Yellow with Black Stripes

HIGHWAY 61 - 50824 - 1/18 Price = $99.95

1969 Baldwin Motion Camaro in Fathom Green with Black Stripes

HIGHWAY 61 - 50825 - 1/18 Price = $99.95

1969 Baldwin Motion Camaro Pro Stock in Hugger Orange with Black Stripes

HIGHWAY 61 - 50865 - 1/18 Price = $99.99

1969 Baldwin Motion Camaro in Black with Red Stripes

Scheduled Aug - September Arrival

--Matt

Good Times Ahead

GreenLight's new item for this fall is the Trans Am GTA.  This car boasted a 5.7-liter V-8 engine & 225 horsepower, and now the little version can be yours.  It's looking like Good Times Ahead! (GTA!)  


Also, one of my favorite websites, HowStuffWorks, has an article on this car that you might be interested in: http://auto.howstuffworks.com/1988-pontiac-firebird-trans-am-gta.htm

Item #12835 - 1/18 scale - Wholesale $37.99  [Oct - Nov Arrival]

1988 Pontiac Trans Am GTA in Black with Gold Bird on Hood

Item #12836 - 1/18 scale - Wholesale $37.99  [Oct - Nov Arrival]

1988 Pontiac Trans Am GTA in Sterling Gray Metallic

Features Include the Following: 

• Limited edition of 1,500 pieces per car

• Serial numbered chassis

• Opening hood, doors, and trunk

• Authentic detailed wheels

• Real rubber tires

• Detailed interior

• Real factory paint schemes

• Officially licensed by Pontiac

Wings of Texaco #19

The weekend is here, and if that isn't exciting enough, here's some great news:

3000toys.com is excited to announce the upcoming 19th release of the Wings of Texaco Airplane Series! Slated for a November - December arrival, this newest release embodies all that you have come to expect from Wings of Texaco: high quality diecast construction, beautiful details, and authentic Texaco paint and graphics. When you combine all of that with an aircraft like the 1930 Texaco Travel Air Mystery Ship, you end up with a truly memorable release.

This quality collectible will only be available while supplies last, so make sure to pre-order yours today!

ROUND 2 - TEX2011REG - 1/30 Price = $42.95

Wings of Texaco Airplane Series #19 (2011) - Texaco Travel Air Mystery Ship

ROUND 2 - TEX2011BRM - 1/30 Price = $59.95

Wings of Texaco Airplane Series #19 (2011) - Texaco Travel Air Mystery Ship Brushed Metal Version

ROUND 2 - TEX2011SET - 1/30 Price = $99.95

FREE SHIPPING for CONTINENTAL U.S. WITH PRE-ORDER ONLY!

Wings of Texaco Airplane Series #19 (2011) - Regular and Special Edition, 2-Piece SET

Have a great weekend!

--Matt

Showroom-Quality

Thoughtfully designed and diecast in metal to 1:53 scale, Tonkin Replicas offers both a showroom-quality collectible and a technically accurate truck and trailer. While you enjoy your new replica, you'll notice why it has become the building block of a long line of quality products that are coveted by both world-class companies and discerning collectors. 3000toys.com is proud to offer several Tonkin models, with these fresh offerings really showcasing the quality, accuracy, and beauty that is Tonkin Replicas. The following seven models are in stock and ready to ship!

TONKIN - P0534315 - 1/53 Price = $74.95

AAFES - Freightliner Cascadia with GDC Van with Freight Wing

TONKIN - P1112193 - 1/53 Price = $74.95

Express Mondor - Kenworth W900 with 3-axle Lowboy

TONKIN - P1701314 - 1/53 Price = $69.95

B & B Transport - International 9900 with Dry Van Trailer

TONKIN - P1712193 - 1/53 Price = $69.95

Kenworth W900L in Black with XL Lowboy

TONKIN - P1714196 - 1/53 Price = $69.95

Kenworth W900L in Dark Blue with Silver Stepdeck

TONKIN - P3436312 - 1/53 Price = $69.95

C.H. Express, Inc. - Volvo VNL670 with Flatbed and tarped load

TONKIN - PS110039 - 1/53 Price = $98.95

Walmart - Freightliner Cascadia with Sleeper and Turnpike Doubles

--Matt

Hello There, Gorgeous

"It's just so pretty - I gotta have it."  I want to buy it, put it on a shelf with an overhead light, and let it sit there, gleaming in all its Green Chrome glory.

I am sure the first time you saw the chase scene from the movie Bullitt (1968) starring Steve McQueen and Jacqueline Bisset, you probably thought the exact same thing - minus the sitting on a shelf part.  More likely you envisioned driving a car that mean and awesome.

My friend, I am talking about the special edition Bullitt/Steve McQueen 1968 Mustang GT  in, once again, Green Chrome with black interior in the 1/18 scale.  The original Bullitt, as I am sure you will recall, is in a darker color called Highland Green.  Made by Greenlight, this new color is a limited edition run of less than 999 pieces, so it is sure to be a collector's delight.

No doubt about it, this car is gorgeous.  And for pure entertainment value, if you're wanting to revisit that infamous car chase scene, check out the video below.



In the meantime, stop by 3000toys.com and say hello!  With over 10,000 items in stock, you're sure to find the next perfect item to add to your collection.

Detailed Memories

Repetition is memory, but sometimes you would rather skip right to memory and leave the repeats behind. It is for this reason that Forces of Valor is a force of nature when it comes to military replicas. You can remember, with remarkable detail and craftsmanship, the historic battles from World War II and beyond. There might not be a better way to remember history and thus avoid its repeating.

3000toys.com is proud to offer Forces of Valor and we are excited to introduce several items that have recently landed in our warehouse. Order yours today and be sure to check out the entire Forces of Valor line!

FORCES OF VALOR - 80073 - 1/32 Price = $52.95

FORCES OF VALOR - 85068 - 1/72 Price = $18.95

FORCES OF VALOR - 85069 - 1/72 Price = $18.95

FORCES OF VALOR - 85355 - 1/72 Price = $18.95

FORCES OF VALOR - 85426 - 1/72 Price = $18.95

FORCES OF VALOR - 85604 - 1/72 Price = $18.95

FORCES OF VALOR - 86203 - 1/700 Price = $49.95

--Matt

New Johnny Lightning Now In Stock

Are you ready to hunt for the White Lightning?

Over the past 40-some years, Johnny Lightning has made a lot of changes and improvements, and it is no doubt one of the most popular collector's items on the market today.  So popular that here at 3000toys.com, it is no shock to completely sell out of a new 1/64 scale release.

Another thing that makes Johnny Lightning so popular is that this particular line creates what's called a "chase car" - the hunt for the White Lightning - in their 1/64 scale series.  If you are unfamiliar with the term, it's sort of like diecast treasure hunting.  A chase car is very rare, and inserted into factory sealed cases at random, so you never know when you're going to be lucky enough to nab one!

The first set we received is the Johnny Lightning Forever 64 Release 15.  It's a 12-piece assortment that comes in a factory sealed case, with that beloved chase car inserted at random. 

Price $29.95
50298W-CASE
1/64 scale

The lineup for Release 15 is as follows:

1970 Dodge Challenger SE
1970 Dodge Challenger SE 
1970 Plymouth Superbird 
Sprint Car 
1949 Buick Custom 
1965 Ford Mustang Fastback 
1957 Chevy Hearse 
1950 Chevy Delivery - Conoco 
1951 Hudson Hornet 
977 Dodge Monaco Taxi 
1993 Ford Lightning 
1973 Chevy Caprice Wagon
1977 International Scout
 
 
The second item we received is the Johnny Lightning Muscle Car Release 53.  These cars come in 1/24 scale, featuring a diecast body with a plastic chassis.  The set includes one each of a Ford Parts 1957 Ford Courier Sedan Delivery and a 1957 Oldsmobile Stock Car.  These cars can be purchases as either a 2-car set or a 4-piece factory sealed case (which will include 2 of each  car, plus a chance to discover the chase car.)

 Price  $27.95

 51105ZZB-SET


Price  $55.95

51105ZZB-CASE



To check out the rest of what we offer, please visit us at 3000toys.com.
- Danna
 

A Collector's Collectable

Tonkin PEM Series Trucks have set the standard in 1/64 scale as one of the longest running lines of diecast collectibles. Sharp graphics, top fleet names and durability are all hallmarks of the brand and continue to make it one of the world's most collected replicas. What makes a PEM Truck different from other 1/64 scale lines? There is typically more than twice as much raw material used on a PEM model - making it significantly heavier than its competitors.

Tonkin Replicas is now adding a very fitting model to the PEM Series: The UPS Freight Volvo Day Cab with 28' Double Pups!

TONKIN - 10-S047 - 1/64 Price = $84.95

Aug - September Arrival

Currently, there is a 1/64 scale version of this truck in the market. This original run was produced for Overnite Freight to celebrate their merger with UPS Freight. Tonkin produced a few of these very quickly and overnighted them to UPS for the event.

3000toys.com is thrilled to offer the latest release to the UPS Fleet Series from Tonkin. This new version includes several small changes to base decoration, including some minor printing adjustments. A knowledgeable collector will be able to distinguish which unit is the original run and which one is part of this new run. To help distinguish between the two runs, this model will be sold in a leather collector box.

Don't miss out on this highly collectable model; pre-order yours here today!

New 1/64 Scale Sets by Greenlight

Listen up, all you diehard 1/64 scale collectors!  3000toys.com has received two brand new 1/64 scale sets this week from Greenlight.  Each set includes three individually packaged cars.  As a bonus, each car comes with its own collectible trading card and shop tool!  Each car is smooth, streamlined, and has excellent detail for a car of its size.
The first item, 13025-SET, includes 3 of the 2010 Chevrolet Camaro in: Synergy Green (with a black stripe), Summit White (with a silver stripe), and Victory Red (with a black stripe.)  You could walk around with these cars in your pocket all day shouting, "Viva l'Italia!"  (No, these aren't Italian made - I'm just giving homage to green, white, and red.)  Better yet, you could put these little diecast cuties on a shelf in your office for display.  Scroll down for images and another product announcement.

13025-SET     -   Price $14.95



The second item, 13026-SET, includes 3 of the 2010 Chevy Corvette Z06 in: Supersonic Blue, Torch Red, and Black.  These cars don't come with the optional cashmere interior, nor will they go 0-60 mph in 3.7 seconds, but if you happen to automatically know all those little goodies about the real life 2010 Chevy Corvette Z06, then this sounds like the collector's item for you!  Or for your son, because I bet daddy isn't letting him borrow the car any time soon.

13026-SET   -   Price  $14.95

Can't get enough?  You can check out the rest of our Greenlight items here at 3000toys.com.

As always, we hope you have a safe and blessed weekend!

- Danna

Little Buster, Big Fun

3000toys.com is very excited to introduce a brand new line: Little Buster Toys! Though Little Buster Toys was founded in 2008, they are new to our site, and we couldn't be happier to have them. Little Buster specializes in realistic and durable farm toys. Their commitment to a durable product, toys that can handle the roughest of play, has produced a fantastic line of toys and accessories.

LITTLE BUSTER - 500200 - 1/16 Price = $14.95

Cattle Panels in Red

LITTLE BUSTER - 500205 - 1/16 Price = $16.95

Panel Trailer

LITTLE BUSTER - 500211 - 1/16 Price = $19.95

Cattle Loading Ramp in Green

LITTLE BUSTER - 500215 - 1/16 Price = $14.95

Cattle Round Bale Hay Feeder in Red

Little Buster makes several different farm toys and accessories ranging from cattle panels; bucking chutes; and hay, panel, and cattle trailers. The 1/16 scale toys are made from steel, and are high-quality, high-impact, and high-fun. Adding to Little Buster's appeal is their compatibility with other 1/16 scale models from ERTL and Bruder. When you look at the quality, durability, and compatibility of Little Buster Toys, it's no surprise that we are thrilled to carry their products!

Check out the full line here and get your orders in now as these products will be arriving between now and the end of August!

--Matt

Free Shipping!

I hope you all got to spend some time with your family and friends this 4th of July weekend! If you haven't stopped by our website yet, make sure you do that while this free shipping offer is still going on. It lasts until Wednesday, on orders $100 or more, within the continental U.S.

Happy 4th and God bless!

~Tasha

A Classic Remade

After taking a break for a few years, the classic favorite, the Chevy Camaro, came back in 2010. Just in from Maisto is the beautiful 2010 Chevrolet Camaro available in three different paint schemes and two different scale! 

Item #31173Y/31173R - 1/18 Scale - Price = $29.95
2010 Chevrolet Camaro RS in Yellow OR Red 

Item #31207Y/31207R - 1/24 Scale - Price = $12.95
2010 Chevrolet Camaro RS in Yellow OR Metallic Red

Item #31208WT - 1/24 Scale - Price = $12.95
2010 Chevrolet Camaro RS Police Car in White

Have a fantastic Independence Day weekend!
~Tasha