Break the Winter Blues with These Classic Cars from Acme

When daily driving becomes a chore, spotting a classic car adds a little excitement to the day. Hot off the production line, these recent arrivals from Acme can be the element of surprise needed to jump start your collection.

 With its "wooden" steering wheel and a license plate that folds down to reveal the fuel filler door, this turquoise 1966 Pontiac GTO is what dreams are made of. This model also includes the Hurst emblem and shifter, as well as custom wheels.

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1966 Pontiac GTO in Marina Turquoise


 All it takes is one glance under the hood to understand how this classic amassed the highest amount in one-year sales ever achieved by a muscle car.

 

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1966 Pontiac GTO in Marina Turquoise
 See also: 1966 Pontiac GTO Limited Edition in Tiger Gold with Black Vinyl Top (#A1801208)


Next, this 1956 Chrysler in a bold color scheme is an exciting release with all the interactive elements expected from Acme. Once the epitome of luxury in classic cars, this vehicle is a rarely seen treasure on today's streets.

The poseable steering, opening fuel filler door, tilting front seats, and other features all make this beautiful New Yorker more than just a pretty face.

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1956 Chrysler New Yorker St. Regis in Regimental Red, Cloud White, and Raven Black
See Also: May / June Arrival - 1956 Chrysler New Yorker St. Regis in Surf Green Poly, Cloud White, and Mint Green (#A1809003)


Start off this year with a new passion fueled by curiosity and see where the road takes you at 3000toys.com!

Muscle Cars Release 2 From Johnny Lightning Is Coming Soon!

Great New 1/64 scale releases will be rolling in from Johnny Lightning throughout this Fall season! Today we're taking a look at the second release in their Muscle Cars series. The A and B releases each feature the same set of incredible cars, but with very different color schemes. Take a look!

#JLMC002-A-CASE - 1/64 Scale
October Arrival
Johnny Lightning Muscle Cars Release 2 A - 6-Piece Case

The Muscle Cars 2A release includes the following models:

• 1971 Mercury Montego in Metallic Green

• 1967 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 in Red with Black Stripes

• 1965 Ford Mustang in Ivy Green Metallic

• 1967 Chevrolet Nova SS in Bright Green Metallic

• 1968 Chevrolet Impala in Matador Red

• 1969 Oldsmobile 442 in Crimson Red

#JLMC002-B-CASE - 1/64 Scale
October Arrival
Johnny Lightning Muscle Cars Release 2 B - 6-Piece Case

The Muscle Cars release 2B features:

• 1971 Mercury Montego in Medium Blue Metallic

• 1967 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 in White with Black Stripes

• 1965 Ford Mustang in Light Yellow

• 1967 Chevrolet Nova SS in Madeira Maroon

• 1968 Chevrolet Impala in Ash Gold

• 1969 Oldsmobile 442 in Chestnut Bronze

All of these beautiful Johnny Lightning replicas have opening hoods to show off their engine compartments. This Muscle Cars series also features C and D versions that are set to arrive in a couple months. Don't wait; put your pre-orders in today at 3000toys.com!

Announcing Johnny Lightning's NEW Holiday Classics Collection!

We are pleased to announce a NEW series coming from Johnny Lightning this Fall, the Holiday Classic Collection. Each car in the 6-piece case includes a detachable clip that transforms it into a Christmas tree ornament. Plus, these 1/64 scale cars also have opening hoods to reveal their detailed engines. The paint will be a shiny finish like Christmas candy.

#JLHC001-CASE - 1/64 Scale
September / October Arrival
Johnny Lightning Holiday Classic - 6-Piece Case

These will be enjoyed by any car enthusiast from age 6 to 106. Head over to 3000toys.com and place your pre-order today. And stay tuned to our Facebook and Twitter pages for all the latest news in diecast!

American Muscle is Rolling Out a New 1969 Chevy Nova!

We are excited to give you a sneak peak of the NEW 1969 Chevrolet Nova - Baldwin Motion coming from American Muscle this Summer! This car is a beautiful garnet red and truly looks like a gem. It features realistic headlights and taillights and a highly detailed interior.

This 1/18 scale Chevy Nova has a diecast body with opening hood and doors to allow for a better look inside this sleek automobile. 

The engine bay is full of amazingly accurate details that will make you wish you could start it up and take it for a drive just so you could to listen to the hum of the engine.

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July / August Arrival
1969 Chevrolet Nova in Garnet Red - Baldwin Motion

Be sure to visit 3000toys.com today to place your pre-orders for this replica and to see more of the great muscle cars available from American Muscle.

Johnny Lightning is Making a Comeback. . . Again!

Johnny Lightning has had a storied history. Introduced in 1969 by Topper Toys to compete with Hot Wheels, Johnny Lightning was a hit for the high speeds achieved by their early models. Topper Toys went out of business in 1971, and in 1994 Playing Mantis toys picked up the Johnny Lightning name. In 2005, Playing Mantis was purchased by RC2, which was later purchased by TOMY. TOMY stopped production of Johnny Lightning in 2013, and Round 2 Corp. has just picked it up. 

Round 2 is the natural destination for this classic American line. They have done a great job bringing back other discontinued products and reestablishing them in today's market. They have revamped such brands as AMT, MPC, Polar Lights, and (of course) the mighty American Muscle. We are proud to showcase the first releases that Round 2 has concocted for Johnny Lightning!

#JLCG001-A-CASE - 1/64 Scale
January / February Arrival
Johnny Lightning Classic Gold - 6-Piece Case 

#JLMC001-A-CASE - 1/64 Scale
February / March Arrival
Johnny Lightning Muscle Cars - 6-Piece Case 

#JLSF001-A-CASE - 1/64 Scale
February / March Arrival
Johnny Lightning Street Freaks - 6-Piece Case

All of these collections can also be purchased in alternate colors and graphics. When you buy one of these factory-sealed Johnny Lightning cases, you have a chance to find one of the randomly included White Lightning Models. To see all of the options, head over to 3000toys.com.