Hey all,
Spring Cleaning Sale now in progress at Replicarz.
Here's the skinny:
10% off all in stock models, all brands apply
20% off all Minichamps
http://www.replicarz.com/
If ordering via the website, the Minichamps items will not show the correct discount. Have no fear, these will be manually adjusted prior to processing your order.
Sale will also start tomorrow at Sport Craft
http://www.sportcraftcars.com/
Each weekend for the next month or so we will feature a certain brand that we will be discounting the older stock. Break open those piggy banks guys cuz there will be mega deals to be had. These are all A1 quality models that we will be blowing out.
Big drought this week in regards to "new" arrivals. First time in a while that we have just a handful of new releases. But who needs new releases when we're talkin' sales?
If you're into the little stuff, check out this cool piece we just got from Norev:
http://www.replicarz.com/prodinfo.asp?number=N649300
1:18
Schumacher Benetton B191B early season '92 version
http://www.replicarz.com/prodinfo.asp?number=P100920119
For you bargain hunters, our ebay store is loaded to the hilt right now with trash and treasures. Our newest employee Jon B. has been grindin' hard on both the ebay store and the auctions for damaged items. Some mad deals await those who have the time to cruise our listings:
http://www.replicarz.com/ebaystore.asp
FYI: I broke down and bought a new HD camcorder, so get ready for some youtube vids that will include everything from on board footage from the DUC, model reviews by yours truly, and maybe even some "meet the Replicarz crew" footage.
I must say I'm impressed with the number of emails and calls I'm getting from customers and friends that are checking the blog regularly. I'm trying to keep it from becoming all business and just about model cars. I'm constantly asked by customers things like what are my hobbies, what kind of car do I drive, what pushes my buttons? So by all means don't be shy about letting me know your comments, questions, or even advice.
OK enough babble for now.........
Till next time......
Mark
Thursday, March 26, 2009
Sunday, March 22, 2009
March 22
OK
first rule of thumb when you live in VT, never believe the weather man. That nice little rip I had planned yesterday with mid 50's and sunny skies........yeah that turned into a very cold hundy mile survival ride. The DUC has an air temp gauge, I must admit when I took off around 2:00 it read 50 degrees. That was the last time I ever saw anything close to 50. Headed east on Rt. 4 towards the mts. With just a bit of elevation it was now 44, as I crested Killington I saw 35 (brrrr), headed north on Rt. 100 I rode a long time and it was stuck on 37.
This was the average temp for the majority of this little test. Full leathers helped but they weren't designed for snowmobiling conditions. My hands were blocks after 20 miles. The roads were actually in very good shape for this early. Not much sand and the frost heaves were minimal. A few close calls with johnny law but no incidents. The passport did it's job nicely.
For those of you that don't know, as of October 20,2008 I now hold a new record. Quickest time for getting pulled over by State Troopers in two different states. I was issued a citation for exceeding the speed limit (if you can believe that) in VT. After taking my spanking like a man, I get back under way and approx. 12 minutes later I saw red lights in my mirrors and this time it was NY johnny. The officer just happened to be a biker so he let me totally slide. Ya gotta love getting pulled over by a State Trooper and he ends up checkin' out your ride and tellin' you how bad ass it is. We need more bikers as State Troopers!
Could have been a really expensive day but I ended up making just one nice healthy donation to our great state of VT. No I'm not revealing how fast I was going.......
I did slow down a little after that. I love that bike, but one problem: it hates going the speed limit.
L8r
Mark
first rule of thumb when you live in VT, never believe the weather man. That nice little rip I had planned yesterday with mid 50's and sunny skies........yeah that turned into a very cold hundy mile survival ride. The DUC has an air temp gauge, I must admit when I took off around 2:00 it read 50 degrees. That was the last time I ever saw anything close to 50. Headed east on Rt. 4 towards the mts. With just a bit of elevation it was now 44, as I crested Killington I saw 35 (brrrr), headed north on Rt. 100 I rode a long time and it was stuck on 37.
This was the average temp for the majority of this little test. Full leathers helped but they weren't designed for snowmobiling conditions. My hands were blocks after 20 miles. The roads were actually in very good shape for this early. Not much sand and the frost heaves were minimal. A few close calls with johnny law but no incidents. The passport did it's job nicely.
For those of you that don't know, as of October 20,2008 I now hold a new record. Quickest time for getting pulled over by State Troopers in two different states. I was issued a citation for exceeding the speed limit (if you can believe that) in VT. After taking my spanking like a man, I get back under way and approx. 12 minutes later I saw red lights in my mirrors and this time it was NY johnny. The officer just happened to be a biker so he let me totally slide. Ya gotta love getting pulled over by a State Trooper and he ends up checkin' out your ride and tellin' you how bad ass it is. We need more bikers as State Troopers!
Could have been a really expensive day but I ended up making just one nice healthy donation to our great state of VT. No I'm not revealing how fast I was going.......
I did slow down a little after that. I love that bike, but one problem: it hates going the speed limit.
L8r
Mark
Friday, March 20, 2009
March 20
TGIF......
Supposed to be in the 50's on Saturday so the DUC 1098S will get to air it out for the first time in a while. She's been very patient sitting in the garage for the last 4 months waiting for this day. You guys in the south and out west are thinkin' 50's is still too cold. Obviously you have never lived in the Northeast as a hard core biker. Right about now 50's is beach weather for us. I'll strap on the full leather, mount that sexy red head and guaranteed she will make me smile for hours on end. For you fellow bikers, Brian and I also have a pair of 2 stroke projects in the works. A 500cc two stroke motor in an Aprilia RS250 frame. Check it out at our friend Steve's website:
http://www.twostrokeshop.com/Aprilia_RS500_2008.htm
Pics of our bikes asap.....
Enough of my babble, on to this weeks biz......
1:18
Long awaited from Norev, the 1978 Alpine Renault LeMans winner. I got a chance to check this out earlier and the quality is excellent for this price range.
http://www.replicarz.com/prodinfo.asp?number=N185145
If you're into the Military thing, check out the new releases from Signature in the new 1:18 category:
http://www.replicarz.com/products.asp?dept=705
New Books from Coterie Press
I had tons of requests for the McLaren book so we took on some other titles at the same time. Check 'em out here:
http://www.replicarz.com/products.asp?dept=707
1:43
A bunch of new Minichamps and some Spark/Redline too
http://www.replicarz.com/products.asp?dept=706
Hope everyone has a good weekend. Keep the rubber side down.......
MF
Supposed to be in the 50's on Saturday so the DUC 1098S will get to air it out for the first time in a while. She's been very patient sitting in the garage for the last 4 months waiting for this day. You guys in the south and out west are thinkin' 50's is still too cold. Obviously you have never lived in the Northeast as a hard core biker. Right about now 50's is beach weather for us. I'll strap on the full leather, mount that sexy red head and guaranteed she will make me smile for hours on end. For you fellow bikers, Brian and I also have a pair of 2 stroke projects in the works. A 500cc two stroke motor in an Aprilia RS250 frame. Check it out at our friend Steve's website:
http://www.twostrokeshop.com/Aprilia_RS500_2008.htm
Pics of our bikes asap.....
Enough of my babble, on to this weeks biz......
1:18
Long awaited from Norev, the 1978 Alpine Renault LeMans winner. I got a chance to check this out earlier and the quality is excellent for this price range.
http://www.replicarz.com/prodinfo.asp?number=N185145
If you're into the Military thing, check out the new releases from Signature in the new 1:18 category:
http://www.replicarz.com/products.asp?dept=705
New Books from Coterie Press
I had tons of requests for the McLaren book so we took on some other titles at the same time. Check 'em out here:
http://www.replicarz.com/products.asp?dept=707
1:43
A bunch of new Minichamps and some Spark/Redline too
http://www.replicarz.com/products.asp?dept=706
Hope everyone has a good weekend. Keep the rubber side down.......
MF
Saturday, March 14, 2009
March 14
If you're into F1 make sure you check out the Blackberry Storm/Lewis Hamilton videos or search on youtube.com. The gadget technology continues.....crazy stuff.
Finally shades of spring here in VT. It won't be long before we can break out the bikes, Saturday posts/working will be a thing of the past, at least through the summer. Hey, we all need our ways to vent right? Mine just happens to be riding a very sexy Ducati through the mts. of VT.
You know what they say: Ducati's are for guys who can't afford a Ferrari.........so true!
OK......let's get to some biz.
If you are a member of our Preferred Buyers Club, unadvertised sale going on this weekend through Monday night. During check out enter sale code: MSALE
If you're not a member and want to take advantage, email me to find out more about the Buyers Club and how you can join. Or check it out here:
http://www.replicarz.com/prodinfo.asp?number=RPBCD
This week: 1:18 GMP has delivered us the '67 Ferrari 330P4 as driven to victory at Daytona by Amon and Bandini. This will be the last 330 we see for a while, next up is the 312PB and I'm sure we will see a few variations.
330P4
http://www.replicarz.com/prodinfo.asp?number=GMP1804102
312PB
http://www.replicarz.com/prodinfo.asp?number=GMP1804103
Carousel 1 has issued another L-88 Corvette, this time in black with black interior. http://www.replicarz.com/prodinfo.asp?number=C4608
1:43
More Spark/Redline in this week, the 2008 LeMans releases continue to roll in. You can see the latest arrivals here:
http://www.replicarz.com/products.asp?dept=700
classic Team Lotus transporter
http://www.replicarz.com/prodinfo.asp?number=SP0287
We have been notified that the 1:43 Dan Gurney '67 Eagle by True Scale Miniatures is already pre-sold out. Only 750 are being produced and we still have a few to spare. Pre-order to secure yours. This one will not last, don't snooze.
http://www.replicarz.com/prodinfo.asp?number=TSM09SS1
Looking for something a little different for your Ferrari collection? How about the 312PB engine replica by GMP?
http://www.replicarz.com/prodinfo.asp?number=GMP0604104
The Car Room Issue #5 is in. This magazine has taken over as the voice of the die cast world. Let Joe Kelley and staff keep you up to speed with all the latest releases and info going on in the hobby. http://www.replicarz.com/prodinfo.asp?number=TCR
Hope you all have a good weekend.
Until next week.....
MF
Finally shades of spring here in VT. It won't be long before we can break out the bikes, Saturday posts/working will be a thing of the past, at least through the summer. Hey, we all need our ways to vent right? Mine just happens to be riding a very sexy Ducati through the mts. of VT.
You know what they say: Ducati's are for guys who can't afford a Ferrari.........so true!
OK......let's get to some biz.
If you are a member of our Preferred Buyers Club, unadvertised sale going on this weekend through Monday night. During check out enter sale code: MSALE
If you're not a member and want to take advantage, email me to find out more about the Buyers Club and how you can join. Or check it out here:
http://www.replicarz.com/prodinfo.asp?number=RPBCD
This week: 1:18 GMP has delivered us the '67 Ferrari 330P4 as driven to victory at Daytona by Amon and Bandini. This will be the last 330 we see for a while, next up is the 312PB and I'm sure we will see a few variations.
330P4
http://www.replicarz.com/prodinfo.asp?number=GMP1804102
312PB
http://www.replicarz.com/prodinfo.asp?number=GMP1804103
Carousel 1 has issued another L-88 Corvette, this time in black with black interior. http://www.replicarz.com/prodinfo.asp?number=C4608
1:43
More Spark/Redline in this week, the 2008 LeMans releases continue to roll in. You can see the latest arrivals here:
http://www.replicarz.com/products.asp?dept=700
classic Team Lotus transporter
http://www.replicarz.com/prodinfo.asp?number=SP0287
We have been notified that the 1:43 Dan Gurney '67 Eagle by True Scale Miniatures is already pre-sold out. Only 750 are being produced and we still have a few to spare. Pre-order to secure yours. This one will not last, don't snooze.
http://www.replicarz.com/prodinfo.asp?number=TSM09SS1
Looking for something a little different for your Ferrari collection? How about the 312PB engine replica by GMP?
http://www.replicarz.com/prodinfo.asp?number=GMP0604104
The Car Room Issue #5 is in. This magazine has taken over as the voice of the die cast world. Let Joe Kelley and staff keep you up to speed with all the latest releases and info going on in the hobby. http://www.replicarz.com/prodinfo.asp?number=TCR
Hope you all have a good weekend.
Until next week.....
MF
Friday, March 6, 2009
March 6
Our computer issues are hopefully behind us, unfortunately I'm also the in house IT guy so that has been taking up mass quantities of my time. We are finally getting back on track after Chinese New Year. Shipments are picking up and we should be back to full speed shortly.
Thanks to all of you that sent me info on the higher end 1:43 brands. I will keep you all posted of our plans.
Speaking of 1:43, make sure you cruise this weeks new category. Spark has sent us another round of the 2008 LeMans versions including the Spykers and several of the Courage versions.
http://www.replicarz.com/products.asp?dept=665
1:18
CMC has delivered the 3rd Sharknose version, this is the '61 Phil Hill Monza GP winner. We have stock on all 3 at this time including the Von Tripps version which came in last week.
http://www.replicarz.com/prodinfo.asp?number=CMC068
More Mattel Ferrari versions that we have waited a long time for have finally shown up. The 2003 Schumacher, the 2007 Schumacher test car which comes with a small piece of a driving suit on the base, the 2007 Raikkonen Drivers Championship version, and we have found some re-tock on the popular MOMO 333SP.
You can view all the new 1:18 for this week here:
http://www.replicarz.com/products.asp?dept=664
1:12
CMC has delivered the copper Horch 853. This is just a spectacular piece, and limited edition of just 99 pieces. Sure to stand out in any collection.
http://www.replicarz.com/prodinfo.asp?number=CMC12005
For the bike collectors, Bayliss WSB 2007 by Minichamps
http://www.replicarz.com/prodinfo.asp?number=P122070221
The rumor mill has it that GMP will soon add a 412P to the Ferrari series. I can't confirm it for sure nor do I know the exact version yet, but I'd bet my collection that we will see this one before the year is out. Shades of spring here in VT, but we still have several weeks of winter left before we're out of the woods and the motorcycles come out. Hurry up April.
Have a good weekend.
Next time!
Mark
Our computer issues are hopefully behind us, unfortunately I'm also the in house IT guy so that has been taking up mass quantities of my time. We are finally getting back on track after Chinese New Year. Shipments are picking up and we should be back to full speed shortly.
Thanks to all of you that sent me info on the higher end 1:43 brands. I will keep you all posted of our plans.
Speaking of 1:43, make sure you cruise this weeks new category. Spark has sent us another round of the 2008 LeMans versions including the Spykers and several of the Courage versions.
http://www.replicarz.com/products.asp?dept=665
1:18
CMC has delivered the 3rd Sharknose version, this is the '61 Phil Hill Monza GP winner. We have stock on all 3 at this time including the Von Tripps version which came in last week.
http://www.replicarz.com/prodinfo.asp?number=CMC068
More Mattel Ferrari versions that we have waited a long time for have finally shown up. The 2003 Schumacher, the 2007 Schumacher test car which comes with a small piece of a driving suit on the base, the 2007 Raikkonen Drivers Championship version, and we have found some re-tock on the popular MOMO 333SP.
You can view all the new 1:18 for this week here:
http://www.replicarz.com/products.asp?dept=664
1:12
CMC has delivered the copper Horch 853. This is just a spectacular piece, and limited edition of just 99 pieces. Sure to stand out in any collection.
http://www.replicarz.com/prodinfo.asp?number=CMC12005
For the bike collectors, Bayliss WSB 2007 by Minichamps
http://www.replicarz.com/prodinfo.asp?number=P122070221
The rumor mill has it that GMP will soon add a 412P to the Ferrari series. I can't confirm it for sure nor do I know the exact version yet, but I'd bet my collection that we will see this one before the year is out. Shades of spring here in VT, but we still have several weeks of winter left before we're out of the woods and the motorcycles come out. Hurry up April.
Have a good weekend.
Next time!
Mark
Saturday, February 21, 2009
Feb. 21
With Chinese New Year comes a big slow down with the amount of new releases we receive. But with the festivities over we should get back to normal here within a few weeks. We do have a Minichamps shipment on the way so I'll get info posted asap on that.
We have just completed our software upgrade which allows us to access and service both our Replicarz and Sport Craft customers from one system. Soon the entire inventory of both companies will be synched too. This will allow us to offer all our customers one of the most extensive selections of die cast and slot car products in the world.
Keep an eye out for our new mailer that went out this past week. We have a huge bargain basement section of close out models. Some sweet deals to be had for sure. Also included are some of the latest arrivals and hot pre-orders coming up in the 2nd qtr. Should be in your mail box within 7-10 days.
Slot Car set sale in progress at Sport Craft
Through March 20, 10% off and free shipping on all in stock sets. We have over 25 different sets, from starter sets right up to the latest digital set ups. Most of us had a slot car track at some point as a kid. With the new technology of the digital age, these aren't the cars of old. These things rip! This hobby is enjoying a nice resurgance over the last 4-5 years. If you have the room, the smiles are guaranteed.
http://www.sportcraftcars.com
1:43
I'm considering adding some lines of the higher end and hand builts. I would like to hear from some of you as to what brands and types of subject matter I should consider. Please email me any and all comments.
mark@replicarz.com
Have a good weekend!
Mark
We have just completed our software upgrade which allows us to access and service both our Replicarz and Sport Craft customers from one system. Soon the entire inventory of both companies will be synched too. This will allow us to offer all our customers one of the most extensive selections of die cast and slot car products in the world.
Keep an eye out for our new mailer that went out this past week. We have a huge bargain basement section of close out models. Some sweet deals to be had for sure. Also included are some of the latest arrivals and hot pre-orders coming up in the 2nd qtr. Should be in your mail box within 7-10 days.
Slot Car set sale in progress at Sport Craft
Through March 20, 10% off and free shipping on all in stock sets. We have over 25 different sets, from starter sets right up to the latest digital set ups. Most of us had a slot car track at some point as a kid. With the new technology of the digital age, these aren't the cars of old. These things rip! This hobby is enjoying a nice resurgance over the last 4-5 years. If you have the room, the smiles are guaranteed.
http://www.sportcraftcars.com
1:43
I'm considering adding some lines of the higher end and hand builts. I would like to hear from some of you as to what brands and types of subject matter I should consider. Please email me any and all comments.
mark@replicarz.com
Have a good weekend!
Mark
Friday, February 13, 2009
Feb. 13
Hey All,
I'm finally back from Toy Fair in Germany. Great trip, great food (and beer), and definitely some interesting models coming later this year for sure. It will take us some time to get all these new products set up and ready for the website, so stay tuned. But in the meantime here are a few that I think will be of interest.
1:12
CMC will produce the Ferrari 156 Sharknose in 1:12 scale. Only 500 will be produced. It won't be available until late 2009 or even early 2010. This one will be pre-sold out long before it is actually released. So if you think you want to add this gem to your collection, pre-ordering is a must.
http://www.replicarz.com/prodinfo.asp?number=CMC12007
1:18
GMP unvieled their next release in the Masterpiece Collection, it's the 1972 Ferrari 312PB Daytona winner as driven by Andretti and Ickx. The sample they had on hand looked excellent, and Tom and Mat tell me that the production piece will be even better.
http://www.replicarz.com/prodinfo.asp?number=GMP1804103
CMC announced their 2009 line up. We have a category set up for just the new additions, you can see the listings here but we won't have images until next week.
http://www.replicarz.com/products.asp?dept=726
Kyosho
We just received the black Ferrari 250 GTO along with re-stock on the red. This is by far the best GTO replica available for this price range.
http://www.replicarz.com/prodinfo.asp?number=K08431K
http://www.replicarz.com/prodinfo.asp?number=K08431R
Several other new Kyosho Ferrari's and new Autoart can be seen in our new 1:18 category for this week:
http://www.replicarz.com/products.asp?dept=699
1:43
Mattel
Both 2008 Ferrari F1 are in stock, but very limited stock.
http://www.replicarz.com/prodinfo.asp?number=MATL8779
http://www.replicarz.com/prodinfo.asp?number=MATM0556
Minichamps
We have been waiting for this one for almost 2 years, the '87 Audi Quattro Pikes Peak winner
http://www.replicarz.com/prodinfo.asp?number=P871201
1:64
We don't normally dabble much in the little 1:64 area, but we have the 2008 Daytona Prototype series by Greenlight now in stock.
http://www.replicarz.com/products.asp?dept=701
Hope you all have a good weekend.
Till next time
Mark
I'm finally back from Toy Fair in Germany. Great trip, great food (and beer), and definitely some interesting models coming later this year for sure. It will take us some time to get all these new products set up and ready for the website, so stay tuned. But in the meantime here are a few that I think will be of interest.
1:12
CMC will produce the Ferrari 156 Sharknose in 1:12 scale. Only 500 will be produced. It won't be available until late 2009 or even early 2010. This one will be pre-sold out long before it is actually released. So if you think you want to add this gem to your collection, pre-ordering is a must.
http://www.replicarz.com/prodinfo.asp?number=CMC12007
1:18
GMP unvieled their next release in the Masterpiece Collection, it's the 1972 Ferrari 312PB Daytona winner as driven by Andretti and Ickx. The sample they had on hand looked excellent, and Tom and Mat tell me that the production piece will be even better.
http://www.replicarz.com/prodinfo.asp?number=GMP1804103
CMC announced their 2009 line up. We have a category set up for just the new additions, you can see the listings here but we won't have images until next week.
http://www.replicarz.com/products.asp?dept=726
Kyosho
We just received the black Ferrari 250 GTO along with re-stock on the red. This is by far the best GTO replica available for this price range.
http://www.replicarz.com/prodinfo.asp?number=K08431K
http://www.replicarz.com/prodinfo.asp?number=K08431R
Several other new Kyosho Ferrari's and new Autoart can be seen in our new 1:18 category for this week:
http://www.replicarz.com/products.asp?dept=699
1:43
Mattel
Both 2008 Ferrari F1 are in stock, but very limited stock.
http://www.replicarz.com/prodinfo.asp?number=MATL8779
http://www.replicarz.com/prodinfo.asp?number=MATM0556
Minichamps
We have been waiting for this one for almost 2 years, the '87 Audi Quattro Pikes Peak winner
http://www.replicarz.com/prodinfo.asp?number=P871201
1:64
We don't normally dabble much in the little 1:64 area, but we have the 2008 Daytona Prototype series by Greenlight now in stock.
http://www.replicarz.com/products.asp?dept=701
Hope you all have a good weekend.
Till next time
Mark
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