I used to build scale models when I was younger, I sold most of my boxed models years ago. I thought it would be fun to try customizing some of the Hot Wheels I have laying around but never committed to it. Could be a good winter activity when the garage is too cold.

 

Just and update

MINi added a new F60 MINI Countryman in island blue: 80432447940

https://www.ecstuning.com/Search/Sit...h/80432447940/

 

 

Yep, I will let you know if anything new comes out.

 

I am returning to this old thread again because I'm seeing a five car set from hot wheels that includes a new "Morris mini" with fantastic graphics an possibly real rider wheels

. Its hard to tell if it will be the pop off design not.

https://camcotoys.com/products/morri...sh-horse-power

 

That's a fancy new one to collect! Thanks for posting that.

 

you might say I'm spending way too much time inside these days.


at 4:32 the mini is rotated and I'm 100% sure that it is a pop off.
edit: Ministry of Diecast confirms in the comments that the top separates from the base.

 

Every now and then I get a wild hair and look for one of those Kyosho 1/18 Challenge or GP models but never find a bargain --- apparently they're pretty rare and the asking prices are quite high, so much so that it grounds me back to reality with realizing it'd just be a dustbunny sitting on a shelf as opposed to the more practical investment of buying parts for my actual car!

They are lovely looking things though.






Likewise with the Speed Freaks edition "Minimal Delay" from Country Artists designed by Terry Ross --- I like the lively cartoonish aspect and it makes me smile, although I wish it was a different color than black, still pretty cool though...







Also,
call me crazy but the old cuckoo clock is cool!

I prefer the pop-out peekaboo version to the around-the-dial version.

 

The enthusiasm for MINIs worldwide has and continues to produce many collectibles of our favored auto marque. It is an interesting aspect of the MINI hobby.

I am fortunate to have one of the Kyosho Cooper S Challenge cars, in British Racing Green. When I purchased it years ago, I questioned my sanity in paying the going price. Today, that price looks somewhat like a good investment.

There are two in my collection that I would like to share. The first is an MG40 special edition. Have attached one photo of the car in its box with the background. The second photo is one of these models mounted for display when I showed the MC40 at a car show. I have an extra of this model if anyone is interested.






The second model is a 1:12 scale from Sharper Image. It is an accurate and detailed model that has function as well. It is a Bluetooth speaker.

 

individual minis are now listed on ebay. $13-$15 with shipping
It's a little hard to understand, but this guy might actually be more obsessed that I am:

 

overdue hotwheels update

 

Just an update, my collection went to the museum.

https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...ml#post4682925

 

https://hwheadline.com/hot-wheels-2025-mystery-models/

Not a pop off, but the graphics are outstanding

 

Kind of funny, just found it online.

 

2025 Car Culture 2 pack. You can clearly see the pop off switch underneath the boot of the red one.

 

Came in the mail today.
Long Live Phil Rielman's pop off Mini Cooper!

 

Nice! My collection will be on its way back to ohio soon. If anyone is down in the Spartanburg, SC area go check it out. It will be moving out in February for their new car display about alpina cars/

 

My items just came back from the Museum. We should have a social post coming up soon.