For 1969 and 1970, only a small percentage of the Mercury Cougar production were reserved for Eliminator models. 2,411 were built for 1969, and 2,200 for 1970. Dave Wyrwas, owner of the online Mercury Cougar Eliminator Registry, understands the importance of keeping historical records of these rare and important muscle cars. You can visit the registry at eliminator.mercurycougarregistry.com. Dave is also an avid collector of Ford muscle cars and a repeat attendee of the MCACN, showing a few of his prized cars.

On display at the 2019 MCACN was this beautiful Competition Blue 1970 Cougar Eliminator with black stripes and hood scoop. This example was also built with the legendary Boss 302 V8 engine­—one of only 469 for 1970. Incredibly, the car Dave Wyrwas displayed was an unrestored original. In October of 2017, it was also featured in-depth for Hot Rod Magazine. Auto World is proud to replicate this historical survivor!

FEATURES:

• 1:18 scale die-cast replica
• Competition Blue
• Detailed Engine
• Steerable Front Wheels
• Accurate Interior and Chassis
• Opening Doors, Hood and Trunk

If you wanted the best high-performance Chevrolet^® money could buy in the late 1960s, you went to Yenko^® Chevrolet at 575 West Pike Street in Canonsburg, Pennsylvania. Yenko^® Chevrolet was a dealership from 1949 to 1982 that gained a reputation for custom-built high-performance muscle cars. Beginning with the Corvair^®, they progressed into the Nova™, Camaro™, Chevelle™, and Vega™ muscle car market. By 1969, with the help of GM’s COPO (Central Office Production Order) system, the cars Yenko^® ordered had the desired L-72 427ci engines factory-installed. Today, Yenko^®-built vehicles are some of the most sought-after and highly-desirable muscle cars ever made.

This Auto World die-cast is an exact 1:18 replica of a fully-documented 1967 Yenko^® Chevy^® Camaro^® painted in rich Tuxedo Black paint and whitestriping. Of course, the highly-detailed 427ci motor is under the hood, just as it looked sitting in the Yenko^® showroom.

Features:

• 1:18 scale die-cast replica
• Tuxedo Black
• Detailed Engine
• Steerable Front Wheels
• Accurate Interior, Chassis and Trunk
• Opening Doors, Hood and Trunk

For 1965, someone at Chevy had the crazy idea to cram a 396 cu. in. Mark IV V8 engine into a mid-size Chevelle, and highly publicize it to get the Chevy brand on the muscle car map. The result was the Z-16, which denoted the option code used on the build sheet. Chevy had indeed created a monster! It was labeled their best, complete, and well rounded muscle car of that time.

The Z-16 was far more than just a special engine upgrade. This 4-speed included a narrowed rear axle from the full-size Impala, heavy-duty power brakes, heavy-duty suspension, virtually all luxury options, a 160 mph speedometer, plus many more upgrades. Only 201 Z-16 Chevelles were made in 1965 making it one of the most sought-after collector cars on the market. Out of the 201 that were built, only 72 are known to exist today.

Auto World is proud to replicate this stunning Regal Red Z-16 with red interior as shown at 2017 MCACN. It's a great addition to your Chevy die-cast collection.

FEATURES:

• 1:18 scale die-cast replica
• Regal Red with red interior
• Detailed Engine
• Steerable Front Wheels
• Accurate Interior and Chassis
• Opening Doors, Hood and Trunk

This A12 Dodge Coronet Super Bee is 1-of-826 4-speed hardtops produced during the special run of cars in 1969. The car was produced towards the end of June 1969 at the Lynch Road assembly plant in Detroit, MI. Specs include its original numbers-matching drivetrain M-code 440 Six Pack engine, A-833 4-speed trans, 4.10 Dana Sure-Grip rear end, as well as the original broadcast sheet. The black interior features bucket seats with console and an AM/8-track radio. During restoration, this car was repainted in its original R4 bright red paint, but retains all of its original body panels.

The owner, John Spears, purchased this A12 in 2019 and was thrilled to be invited to show his car in the “A12 Reunion” section at the 2019 MCACN Show for the 50th anniversary celebration of these very special cars. As luck would have it, a longtime previous owner, and the one responsible for the complete restoration of the car was at the show! He recognized his old car immediately. The magic of the MCACN brought the former and new owners together once again to reminisce. Very cool!

The Catalina moniker first appeared on the 1950 Chieftain Eight and DeLuxe Eight models. It wasn’t until 1959 that it became a standalone mark for “entry-level” full-size Pontiac vehicles. By 1961, the Catalina was restyled and redesigned, including an all-new Torque-Box perimeter frame that replaced the “X” frame chassis used since 1958. Roof lines were more squared, panels were flatter, and the split front grill made its return. Engine options for 1961 included several variations of the 389ci V8. Standard was the 2bbl 3-speed making 215hp, or 267hp with the optional Hydramatic, or a 230hp “economy” automatic. Entering performance territory was the 389ci 4bbl with 333hp, or also a 348hp Tri-Power option with higher compression. Offered to drag racers was the 363hp variation. However, the top dog was the very rare, dealer-installed 421ci Super Duty made available near the end of 1961.

Auto World has replicated this classic Catalina in factory-matched Richmond Gray paint, a maroon interior, and powered by a 389ci 4-speed.

FEATURES:

• 1:18 scale die-cast replica
• Richmond Gray
• Detailed Engine
• Steerable Front Wheels
• Accurate Interior and Chassis
• Opening Doors,Trunk and Hood
  

For almost a decade, the Chevelle was one of Chevy's most successful nameplates. When it comes to true American muscle Cars the name Chevelle has always stood out, and for good reason. The muscle car craze was in full effect for the completely revamped 1966 model year. It was available in several trim levels, such as the Chevelle 300, 300 Deluxe, Malibu, and SS 396. There were three engines available for the '66 Chevelle SS 396 which includes the 325 hp, 360 hp, and a turbo 375 hp, depending on what trim you chose. Super Sport models received blackout grille treatment, special rocker panel moldings, and exclusive badging. Chevrolet had stepped up to the increasing competition in the muscle car market.

  American Muscle is proud to replicate this classic 1966 Chevy  Chevelle SS 396 painted in Mist Blue Poly with the popular “Coke Bottle” styling, which became the fad for American cars in the mid-1960s.

FEATURES:

• 1:18 scale die-cast replica
• Blue Mist Poly
• Detailed Engine
• Steerable Front Wheels
• Accurate Interior and Chassis
• Opening Doors, Hood and Trunk

The “Super Bee” name comes from the "B” body designation used for mid-sized cars from Chrysler. Interestingly, the Super Bee logo design was picked from a contest winner’s entry based on the Dodge "Scat Pack" medallion. The 1971 Dodge Charger Super Bee was a direct competitor to the Plymouth Road Runner. It was created as a budget muscle car with low cost and high performance. The 1971 model had a totally new body style, with ventless side windows, concealed windshield wipers, a split front-bumper design, a semi-fastback roof, power bulge hood (blacked out), V6X black sport stripes, and Bee decals. In 1971, it was available in four engine sizes— the 340, 383, 440, & the massive 426 HEMI. 1971 was the twilight for the true ground-pounding street machines since all their most powerful engines were dropped by Chrysler in 1972.

            Auto World has replicated this car in factory-matched FJ6 Green Go paint with a contrasting V1W white vinyl roof. Under the hood, this 1:18 replica comes with a 383 Magnum big-block V8 that cranked out 300hp. This high-quality Mopar is filled with intricate details you’ve come to expect from Auto World.

FEATURES:

• 1:18 scale die-cast replica
• FJ6 Green Go
• Detailed Engine
• Steerable Front Wheels
• Accurate Interior and Chassis
• Opening Doors, Trunk and Hood

The moment that first ’55 Bel Air roared to life, one thing was certain … Chevy was no longer a Sunday morning kind of car. The Tri-Five Chevy legacy began with the development of the completely redesigned 1955 Chevy. The crown jewel of the Tri-Fives was the brand-new 265ci V8 engine with OHV high-compression, short stroke design, bolted into a rear wheel drive chassis. 1955 also marked the year that Chevy adopted the “shoebox” styling of their cars. Gone were the rounded, bulbous hood and side panels of previous years. Instead, flatter and sleeker lines swept the full length of the car inching towards the tailfin styling seen in GM’s Cadillac brand.

   Auto World has replicated this 1955 Chevy Bel Air convertible in factory-matched Harvest Gold and India Ivory two-tone paint. This was one of 23 available two-tone options in 1955!

FEATURES:

• 1:18 scale die-cast replica
• Harvest Gold and India Ivory
• Detailed Engine
• Steerable Front Wheels
• Accurate Interior and Chassis
• Opening Doors and Hood

The Pontiac Grand Prix entered its second generation with an all-new redesign for 1969. It wasn’t just a refresh of the 1968s, it was a complete ground-up rework of the giant muscle-yacht. It was a purpose-built car as envisioned by John Deloreon, the general manager of GM’s Pontiac Motor Division of the time. Deloreon wanted to capture the entire experience of old luxury marques like Duesenberg, Cadillac, and Packard of the 1930s. Monikers like J and SJ, properly befit the Grand Prix name.

Royal Pontiac, of Royal Oak, MI was already well known to enthusiastically dabble in the domain of Pontiac performance. The Grand Prix was no exception, despite its massive size. With a hood-mounded tachometer, Royal optioned these 4000lb cars with the 428 H.O. 4bbl engine rated at 390hp. They spun the same camshaft as the Ram Air III engine in the GTO with compression of 10.75:1. It was a formidable machine on the street, but didn’t look the part. Many “muscle” cars that dared to challenge were only viewed in the Grand Prix’s rear view. Only 12 of these Matador Red Royal Bobcat Grand Prix models were ever built in 1969.

FEATURES:

• Matador Red
• 1:18 scale die-cast replica
• Detailed Engine
• Steerable Front Wheels
• Accurate Interior and Chassis
• Opening Doors, Hood and Trunk

Remaining among one of the most collectible early 1950’s American cars ever made, the 1950 Oldsmobile Rocket 88 was one of the best performing automobiles of its time. This was because of its relatively small size, light weight material, and advanced overhead-valve high-compression V8 engine.

            The 88 series was also an image leader for Oldsmobile. From 1950 to 1974, the 88 was the division’s most profitable line. GM's naming convention use alphanumeric designations since the 1910s for all divisions. The 88 name came after the war, when Oldsmobile changed their designations and standardized them so that the first number signified the chassis platform, while the second number signified how many cylinders. The Oldsmobile Rocket 88 is considered, by some, to be the first muscle car but may be disputed by other collectors. Either way, this Alder Green body with a black hard top car is sure to be a classic anyone can enjoy.

FEATURES:

• 1:18 scale die-cast replica
• Alder Green with Black top
• Detailed Engine
• Steerable Front Wheels
• Accurate Interior and Chassis
• Opening Doors, Hood and Trunk

Enclosed trailers are found coast-to-coast. They range in size from only a few feet in length, to well past 30-plus feet to haul even the biggest payloads! From hobbyist, to homeowner, to tradesman, an enclosed trailer is necessary to transport your valuables and keep them protected from the elements.

Auto World has replicated this 15-foot enclosed trailer in precise 1:18 scale with highly-detailed features like die-cast metal trailer frame, opening rear ramp, detailed interior, and detailed trim and lights.

FEATURES:

• 1:18 scale die-cast replica
• Red-White-Blue
• Fits most 1:18 scale die-cast vehicles up to 10 inches long
• Detailed interior space — 10 inches long by 4.5 inches wide by 3.5 inches high

Many muscle cars of the late 1960s and early 1970s were stripped- down, no-nonsense versions of luxury models available elsewhere in their lineup. The 1971 Buick GS Stage 1 is the opposite. In 1971, Buick offered the most luxurious muscle cars in GM’s wheelhouse. Only Cadillac offered more luxury, but they didn’t build muscle cars.

Based on the Skylark platform, the GS Stage 1 was fitted with the largest engine made by GM—the 455. Paired with a 4-barrel Rochester Quadrajet carburetor, it was rated at 360 bhp SAE gross at 4600 rpm and 510 lb-ft of torque at 2800 rpm. The Stage 1 option utilized larger valves and higher compression, a larger camshaft, aggressive ignition timing, a Turbo Hydra-matic 400 3-speed automatic or the manual Muncie M-22 rock-crusher transmission. Relatively rare, there were only 801 units produced of the 1971 Buick GS Stage 1 hardtop.

FEATURES:

• 1:18 scale die-cast replica
• Stratomist Blue
• Detailed Engine
• Steerable Front Wheels
• Accurate Interior and Chassis
• Opening Doors and Hood
  

The 1972 Ford Mustang Sprint was a special edition designed to commemorate the United States’ participation in the 1972 Summer Olympics in Munich. Patriotism flew high and proud as these pure white Mustangs advanced down the assembly line in Dearborn, MI for this one-year-only collector-car. With its bold red, white and blue color scheme, bright blue lambeth cloth interior, and two-tone corinthian vinyl bucket seats, there's no mistaking that this Mustang was truly something special built to capture the hearts of any American. Behind the Mach 1-style grill was Cleveland 351 cubic inch Cobra Jet V8, mated to a 4-speed manual transmission. Producing 266-horsepower, this pony car had plenty of gallop off the line racing towards the gold and a podium finish!

FEATURES:

• Class of 1972
• 1:18 scale die-cast replica
• White with red, white & blue color scheme
• Detailed Engine
• Steerable Front Wheels
• Accurate Interior and Chassis
• Opening Doors and Hood

This two-door post W-31 came with B-90 code aluminum trim, Glade Green body color, and black hood stripes. The original owner, Al Stager, of this 1969 Oldsmobile Cutlass S W-31 sold it to Ryan Weaver on February 15, 2015. In September of 2015, Muscle Car Review published an article about the car in RARE FINDS. Weaver, the new proud owner, showed this Cutlass as a part of the Barn Finds and Hidden Gems display at the 2015 MCACN. That December, Weaver began a chassis restoration to bring the car back to life. When the car was in a functional state, Weaver entered it into MCACN as part of the Ram Rod and W31 Invitational display. Since then, Weaver has been fulfilling his dream as a muscle car owner, hitting the streets and drag strips.

     Auto World is proud to replicate this exceptional muscle car with recently tooled post coupe glass, as well as all new front grill a hubcap tooling.

FEATURES:

• 1:18 scale die-cast replica
• Featuring newly-tooled front grille & hubcaps
• Glade Green with black hood stripes
• Detailed Engine
• Steerable Front Wheels
• Accurate Interior and Chassis
• Opening Doors and Hood

HEMMINGS MOTOR NEWS COVER CAR MARCH 2014

When Chevrolet enthusiasts see the SS badge, it conveys an enhanced drivetrain, factory performance tuning, stiffer suspension, upgraded brakes, and throaty exhaust. From a buyer or seller’s point of view, if it has the SS features, it’s likely top-of-the-line when compared to non-SS versions of the same model. Although, not every Super Sport is created equal. Oftentimes, do-it-yourselfers don’t have the same attention to detail as the original assembly line for a factory-perfect fit, so the imposters are fairly easy to spot. In the March 2014 issue of Hemmings Motor News, Author Mike McNessor, shares how to differentiate a reproduction when it seems clones and tributes outnumber genuine SS models.

  Featured on the cover is this 1967 Chevy Camaro RS/SS model in Bolero Red with white racing stripes and matching white deluxe interior. The American Camaro Association rated this stunning Camaro at 984/1000. It also received a Senior AACA award and has completed Bow Tie judging. Auto World is excited to bring you this award-winning replica we know you'll love.

FEATURES:

• Newly-tooled RS components
• 1:18 scale heavyweight die-cast replica
• Bolero Red with White racing stripes
• March 2014 Hemmings Motor News Cover Car
• Detailed Engine
• Steerable Front Wheels
• Accurate Interior and Chassis
• Opening Doors, Hood and Trunk

After Ford dropped the Fairlane and Falcon model names in 1971, intermediates were called Torino. That line-up consisted of 14 models. Among them was the “Torino Cobra” which was available as a 2-door Sports Roof. It came with a 351-4V rated at 285 hp and also included a 4-speed manual with a Hurst shifter, Cobra emblems, competition suspension, and a blacked out grille. It also had air conditioning, dual rear speakers, power steering, and power front disc brakes. There are black sports slats in the rear window and color-keyed racing mirrors. This 1:18 die-cast replica is finished in factory-matched Grabber Lime with wide-set flat black racing stripes on the hood. Down the sides are the optional reflective yellow-to-green laser stripes which exemplify the Torino Cobra's bold graphics of the early 1970s.

FEATURES:

• 1:18 scale die-cast replica
• Grabber Lime with laser stripe
• Detailed Engine
• Steerable Front Wheels
• Accurate Interior and Chassis
• Opening Doors, Hood and Trunk

As a result of a remarkable joint venture between Hurst and Oldsmobile the 1968 Oldsmobile Cutlass Hurst/Olds, was fabricated as a limited production car.  Only 64 out of the 515 that were built, were sport coupes. This 1-of-64 sports coupe is Demmer Engineered number 463. Optional for this model was the Peruvian Silver body, black stripe details, 455 Engine, and W30 equipment. The interior is upholstered in black with the exception of a walnut wood accent panel installed across the bottom of the dash and around the Hurst dual gate shifter.  It was built and then shipped from Demmer Engineering on July 3, 1968 to the Paul Clark Oldsmobile dealership in North Carolina. When Tim and Leia Wong purchased this car in May 2000, they learned it still had the numbers-matching engine and matching OW-code transmission with the Hurst dual-gate shifter.

Auto World is excited to replicate this beauty featuring recently-tooled post glass used for the first time on our 1968 Olds Cutlass.  Although this W45-code Hurst Olds has no A/C, it’s sure to be a cool addition to your collection.

FEATURES:

• Peruvian Silver
• Newly Tooled Post Coupe & Glass
• 1:18 scale die-cast replica
• Detailed Engine
• Steerable Front Wheels
• Accurate Interior and Chassis
• Opening Doors and Hood

The R/T model was one of the performance leaders of the Dodge Charger lineup in 1971 and is a very popular muscle car today. Bill Brownlie, design chief and associates gave the ’71 Charger a fresh look. Its fuselage styling resembles he main body of an aircraft which is much different from the former models. Like the Coronet R/T and Super Bee, the ’71 Charger had a special Air Grabber scoop mounted in the hood, directly above the air cleaner. To get fresh air channeled into the carburetor, there is a small lever under the dash which pops up the scoop.

            Motor Trend nominated it one of the top 10 cars of the year. It was the only traditional muscle car of the group as it stood out among the new compacts launched that same year. This GB5 bright metallic blue ’71 Charger is definitely something unique and would be a great addition to your American Muscle car collection.

FEATURES:

• 1:18 scale die-cast replica
• GB5 Bright Metallic Blue
• Detailed Engine
• Steerable Front Wheels
• Accurate Interior and Chassis
• Opening Doors, Hood, and Trunk

The word, “individual” comes to mind when car enthusiasts talk about Corvette. There are a combination of special features which gives a Corvette its exclusive character to stand out among its competition. To name a few, the weather-wise fiberglass body and protective wraparound bumpers, plus the famous retractable headlights that hide away at your fingertips. It also features bright wheel trim rings with center caps and wide back-up lights in the rear panel. The front fender was redesigned to incorporate a side louver just behind the front wheels. There is even an area to stow luggage and a secret compartment to keep tools or hide away valuables.

Auto World has replicated this Ermine White 1967 Chevy Corvette  with a contrasting red stripe. Pop the stinger hood and you'll see the legendary Turbo Jet 427ci V8. All these features and more make this vehicle both a luxury and sports car you’re sure to love.

FEATURES:

• 1:18 scale die-cast replica
• Ermine White with Red Stripe
• Detailed Engine
• Steerable Front Wheels
• Accurate Interior and Chassis
• Opening Doors and Hood

Formerly owned by The Brothers Collection, and a handful of owners before that, this hidden gem remained in great condition with all its original sheet metal from top to bottom. All previous owners preserved a variety of reports, receipts, and printed materials detailing its history. Adding to its distinction, this 1969 Shelby GT-500 is fully-documented as one of the first 100 built. Under the hood is the original Cobra Jet V8 with the VIN to match. Specific to the Shelby is the fiberglass body panels, front bumper, grille, headlights, and 5-scoop NACA duct hood. Already in amazing condition, it was restored to show quality and displayed on the red carpet at MCACN in 2019, attracting high-praise from even the most particular Shelby connoisseurs.

Auto World has replicated this award-winning 1969 Shelby GT-500 in highly-detailed 1:18 scale. We’ve painted it in factory-matched Royal Maroon, with white GT-500 stripes, white bucket seat interior, and even included the eye-catching red footwell carpeting. Rounding out the details is the properly-detailed 428 Cobra Jet engine mated to a 4-speed manual. Auto World is proud to replicate this special 1969 Shelby GT-500 for your muscle car collection.

FEATURES:

• 1:18 scale die-cast replica
• Royal Maroon with White GT Stripes
• Detailed Engine
• Steerable Front Wheels
• Accurate Interior and Chassis
• Opening Doors and Hood

Purists turn their nose at mixing and matching of Pontiac history, but Paul Menin of Ashely Falls, Massachusetts did just that and saved his 1968 Pontiac GTO from becoming parts-car status. He found it in a Quonset hut in Thomaston, Connecticut. When he ordered up the car’s documentation from the Pontiac Historic Services, he realized this was a desirable car in a rare color, Meridian Turquoise. On the exterior, you’ll notice extra graphics that call out the Royal Bobcat performance kit. At one time, this car had the complete Royal Bobcat performance treatment which was produced and sold to enthusiasts nationwide. Over time, those pieces had been removed. To reconstruct this ‘68, Paul utilized all the sources for NOS parts that existed in the 1990s, plus, he added the Royal Bobcat parts from his own collection. Among those parts were new fenders, quarter panels, a front bumper, trunk lid, and the front valence. In addition, he added a reclining seat, 8-track player, AM/FM radio, power steering, power brakes, tilt steering,  and Hurst five-spoke mag wheels. Paul also installed a 1971-vintage 400 short-block. To top it off, he added the correct 1968-vintage parts to form the Ram Air II equipment the car features today.

FEATURES:

 COVER CAR – MARCH 2020

• Code K Meridian Turquoise
• 1:18 scale die-cast replica
• Detailed Engine
• Steerable Front Wheels
• Accurate Interior and Chassis
• Opening Doors and Hood