This Week's HOTTEST Models from GreenLight!

If you've ever wondered about the highest demand items from GreenLight, look no further! The below models are red hot and going fast!

#44860-F - 1/64 Scale
Early 2020 Arrival
Fall Guy Stuntman Association - 1982 GMC K-2500

#30054 - 1/64 Scale
Bigfoot #1 The Original Monster Truck with Gooseneck Trailer

GreenLight's replicas feature the authentic decoration and true-to-scale detail that collector's demand!

#30059 - 1/64 Scale
1977 Pontiac Firebird TA "Fire-Am"

#30062 - 1/64 Scale
1988 Ford Mustang 5.0 - BFGoodrich Vintage Ad Cars

#30080 - 1/64 Scale
October - November Arrival
Falken Tires - 1976 Ford Bronco

From movies and TV to classic autos and the latest machines, GreenLight produces something for every type of collector. 

#37180-E - 1/64 Scale
1981 Jeep CJ-7 Custom - Barrett-Jackson

#44850-D - 1/64 Scale
1981 Chevy K-5 Blazer Sheriff - The X-Files

#49040-E - 1/64 Scale
Bigfoot #5 - 1996 Ford F-250 Monster Truck

#97070-E - 1/64 Scale
1978 Checker Motors Marathon A11 Taxi with Gas Pump

#30094 - 1/64 Scale
1983 GMC Vandura Custom

This is just a small sampling of what's available from GreenLight! Check us out at 3000toys.com and find your new favorite model!

Flag Down a GreenLight Taxi this Year!

A variety of new 1/64 scale taxicabs are coming this year from GreenLight! 

GreenLight is teaming with the NYC Taxi and Limousine Commission, the governing body that oversees taxi and commuter car licensing in The Big Apple, to recreate a classic Commission-licensed "Yellow Cab":

#30092 - 1/64 Scale
September - October Arrival
2011 Ford Crown Victoria Taxi - New York City Taxi and Limousine Commission

For tourists in a new place, a taxi driver is often one of the first locals they meet and an essential part of any travel experience. This 1988 Ford LTD Crown Victoria Wagon is a Mexico-based taxi with a unique look:

#30026 - 1/64 Scale
May - June Arrival
Taxi - 1988 Ford LTD Crown Victoria Wagon - Tijuana Centro, Mexico

In 1984. the union of three existing taxi companies cemented Checker Cab Company as the definitive taxi fleet in Los Angeles. Check out their distinctive blue and yellow:

#30055 - 1/64 Scale
July - August Arrival
Checker Cab Company - 2011 Ford Crown Victoria City of Los Angeles Taxi

The 7-Mile Taxi is a 1977 Plymouth Fury which was reportedly bought brand new by a Binghamton, New York cab company in '77 and never driven. It was recently discovered with only seven miles on the odometer:

#30057 - 1/64 Scale
September - October Arrival
1977 Plymouth Fury Binghamton, New York Taxi - Seven Original Miles on Odometer

Features of these models include:

                        • Hobby Exclusive 

                        • Authentic Decoration 

                        • Chrome Accents 

                        • Real Rubber Tires 

                        • True-To-Scale Detail

                        • Limited Edition 

It's never been easier to hail a cab with pre-orders available today at 3000toys.com!

New Ghostbusters Slot Car Set Coming from Auto World!

Auto World has just announced a new Ghostbusters slot car set called Haunted Highway 2! This great 14-foot track will be here this summer, just like the new reboot of the original Ghostbusters movie! Slot cars are always a lot of fun and have a way of bringing the child out in all of us. The only thing that could make it better is to bring to life the movies we know and love through the detailed 1/64 scale vehicles and props for the track that are a part of this incredible set:

#SRS317 - 1/64 Scale
June / July Arrival
Ghostbusters Haunted Highway 2 Slot Car Race Set

Set Includes:
• 14 feet of track – multiple layout options!
• Three EXCLUSIVE 1:64 scale slot cars – Slimed Ecto-1A, NYPD Police Car, and NYC Taxi Cab
• Two variable speed controllers & AC power pack
• Stay Puft Marshmallow Man cardboard standup
• BONUS Lady Liberty cardboard standup

Visit us at 3000toys.com today to see all of the slot car sets that we have available from Auto World and to place your pre-orders for this amazing new Ghostbusters addition! Also, be sure to grab an X-Traction Pit Kit to keep your slot cars running smoothly.

Football is over, so now what?

Now is the perfect time of year to have a hobby. The weather outside is just cold and unpleasant. And let's face it, is there anything less productive than spending your free time binge-watching streaming video content while laying on the couch? No, probably not. Finding a productive way to spend your free time is rewarding in so many ways. I mean it's entertaining, it's good for your mood, and you can use it as an excuse to get your friends together. It's a total worthwhile endeavor.

What I consider to be my hobby is pretty basic: I collect die-cast models of all kinds. I keep them on my desk, and I move them around from time to time. I really have too many to fit, so some have been moved to the window sill or other areas, while others have been made to serve a purpose. As you see below, I am using my CAT forklift from Norscot as a post-it note holder.  I used to keep paper clips in my CAT wheel loader, but I guess I've run out.

Another hobby that I find fascinating is model railroading. I made the trip to Milwaukee with my boss to man a booth at Trainfest a couple years ago. I was completely bowled over by the whole experience. The craftsmanship and attention to detail was really impressive. I have yet to start my own, but we get so many cool models in HO scale that I will eventually just have to jump in and do it.

Some of the latest models we've received are from CMW. If you're familiar at all with 1/87 scale die-cast, then you already know that the quality is top notch. Here are a couple of their newest models.

  


This taxi is a 1955 Ford Mainline with Yellow Cab Co on the door, really nice detail in 1/87.

Item number: 30397

To the right is a 1941 Chevy Wrecker with Gulf Towing on the door, a must have for dioramas.

Item number: 30403






We've got much more available at 3000toys.com, so please take a look around. I'm sure you'll find something you just can't live without.

Please leave your comments below, or ask me a question about the crazy stuff I keep on my desk. Or send me a picture of what your desk looks like. Until next time, go be good to someone.