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Volvo 240 GL by Minichamps - third color just released

8/23/2016

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Minichamps has released the third run of their 1:18 scale version of the Volvo 244 GL from model-year 1986. The third production batch is painted white and features once again black leather seats. This mode has no opening parts (doors, trunk, hood).  The first two batches sold out quite fast so this is another opportunity to add the first 1:18 scale model of Volvo's iconic brick - the Volvo 244 - to your personal collection. You can buy this 1:18 model under item 155171402 at your local store. This model is offered for ± 75-80 € . This white painted model has been produced in a limited run of 504 units.

Model overview:
Volvo 244 GL  –  1986
  • white
  • with black interior
  • 1:18
  • item # 155171401
  • limited edition of 504 units
  • 3rd run – available now
  • release date: 08-2016
Volvo 244 GL  –  1986
  • red
  • with black interior
  • 1:18
  • item # 155171401
  • limited edition of 804 units
  • 2nd run – sold out
  • release date: 06-2016
Volvo 244 GL  –  1986
  • green metallic
  • with black interior
  • 1:18
  • item # 155171400
  • limited edition of 702 units
  • 1st run – sold out
  • release date: 05-2016
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Volvo 240 GL by Minichamps – new color

7/18/2016

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Minichamps has just announced the release of an already third run of their 1:18 scale version of the Volvo 244 GL from model-year 1986. The third production batch will be offered in white. The interior reflects once again black leather seats. The first two batches sold out quite fast so this is your chance to grab yourself the first 1:18 scale model of Volvo's iconic brick - the Volvo 244. You can already pre-order this model under item 155171402 at your local store. This model is offered for ± 75-80 € . This white model will be produced in a limited edition of 504 units.
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Model overview:
Volvo 244 GL  –  1986
  • white
  • with black interior
  • 1:18
  • item # 155171401
  • limited edition of 504 units
  • 3rd run – ready to pre-order
  • release date: TBA
Volvo 244 GL  –  1986
  • red
  • with black interior
  • 1:18
  • item # 155171401
  • limited edition of 804 units
  • 2nd run – sold out
  • release date: 06-2016
Volvo 244 GL  –  1986
  • green metallic
  • with black interior
  • 1:18
  • item # 155171400
  • limited edition of 702 units
  • 1st run – sold out
  • release date: 05-2016
Source: minichamps.de
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Volvo models by Maxichamps …

7/14/2016

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… the new low budget range by Minichamps. Minichamps has announced earlier this year at the Nürnberg toy fair that they will offer a selection of 1:43 and 1:18 scale models under the label Maxichamps. The name and price range is not the only difference between this new label and  Minchamps classic product range. A very obvious visual difference is the fact that each Maxichamps model is directed to the right whereas all Minichamps models always point to the left.

There is only a limited number of options a company can choose from to be able to offer more competitive prices for their scale model range. One would be cutting their profit margin. But that is most often the last option a company will opt for. Minichamps choose however to lower the details, amount of exterior trim, decals, prints, simplified interiors, etc. A less detailed model demands less handling and machining operations during the manufacturing process and makes it therefore less expensive.

The 1:43 scale Maxichamps models will probably be offered around
€ 30. That means that they were able to cut the retail price nearly by half. How good or bad the final quality shall be seen later this year. Maxichamps has announced so far six Volvo models. They consist of three different cars each available in two different colors. These diecast models are forms which Minichamps has offered for some time in their regular model program. The Lang family, owner of Minichamps, however pretends that both of her labels are not set up to create a potential competition against each other.

It is not the first time that Minichamps is trying to attract the novice collector with a cheaper product range. There has been a series of three-inch models in previous years which failed miserably. A total of 102 various youngtimer as well as modern street cars have so far been announced. They consist of 26 1:18 and 76 1:43 models which are all taken and known from Minichamps standard product range from the past.

It seems to me that they have not yet finished implementing their new brand and label strategy. I have noticed that not yet all of the announced and shown Maxichamps models point to the right. They still point to the left on their dedicated new website
maxichamps.de as well as in the free catalog given away earlier this year at the Nürnberg toy fair. But the first hand-samples shown on Minichamps website point all to the right. Well let's wait and see.

Anyhow the so far announced Volvo scale models are:

Volvo 121 Amazon  (2-door)
  • model year: 1966
  • color: dark gray
  • interior: red
  • scale: 1:43
  • item number: 940 171000
Volvo 121 Amazon  (2-door)
  • model year: 1966
  • color: dark red
  • interior: brown
  • scale: 1:43
  • item number: 940 171001

Volvo 240 GL estate
  • model year: 1986
  • color: red
  • interior: black
  • scale: 1:43
  • item number: 940 171410
Volvo 240 GL estate
  • model year: 1986
  • color: dark green metallic
  • interior: ?
  • scale: 1:43
  • item number: 940 171411

Volvo 740 GL
  • model year: 1986
  • color: dark green
  • interior: ?
  • scale: 1:43
  • item number: 940 171700
Volvo 740 GL
  • model year: 1986
  • color: dark blue metallic
  • interior: black
  • scale: 1:43
  • item number: 940 171701
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As you may have noticed they didn't had much pleasure nor effort offering a lot of new paint schemes. Quite a shame. It's a pretty close copy-paste from Minichamps product range which we all know from the past years.

Sources:
  • maxichamps.de
  • minichamps.de/EN/Models/Supplier/MAXICHAMPS
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Volvo 244 GL by Minichamps

6/4/2016

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Minichamps has released the second livery of the new 1:18 scale version of the Volvo 244 GL just weeks after the first release. The second model comes with a red paint scheme. The interior reflects once again black leather seats. This second batch is already sold out at Minichamps. But you should be able to find a copy at re-sellers and stores. This model is offered for ± 75-80 € under item 155171401. This red model is offered in a limited edition of 804 units.
Source: minichamps.de

Short reminder:
The rather low price for this 1:18 scale model by Minichamps is only possible since they have started to produce several of their models in a more affordable price range. This is largely being made possible since these models do not feature any opening parts. So you won't be able to play with your model and you won't be able to open a hood, trunk or even one of the four doors.

Model overview:
Volvo 244 GL  –  1986
  • green metallic with black interior
  • 1:18
  • item # 155171400
  • limited edition of 702 units
  • sold out at the factory
Volvo 244 GL  –  1986
  • red with black interior
  • 1:18
  • item # 155171401
  • limited edition of 804 units
  • sold out at the factory
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Released - Volvo 244 by Minichamps in 1:18

5/17/2016

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Minichamps is the first company who is offering a 1:18 scale model of the famous Volvo 244. The first livery has officially been released this weekend. The first version is painted in an attractive green metallic. The interior is all black and it seems to me that Minichamps tried to reproduce the seats finished in leather. Minichamps has chosen to reproduce the GL version from 1986. This is an obvious choice since they already did the same model in 1:43. Minichamps new 1:18 version has been produced in a limited edition of only 702 units and it is already sold out. But you should be able to find a copy at good model stores or re-sellers in your area. And if not you can wait for the second release which will feature a red paint scheme.
You can buy this model for as low as 75-80 €. This is only possible since Minichamps has started to produce several of their models in a more affordable price range. This is largely being made possible since these models do not feature any opening parts. So you won't be able to play with your model and you won't be able to open a hood, trunk or even one of the four doors.

Volvo 244 GL  –  1986

just released:
  • green metallic
  • 1:18
  • item # 155171400
upcoming version:
  • red
  • 1:18
  • item # 155171401
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hand sample of the upcoming red version
I will try to write a more detailed review as soon as I have been able to inspect one of these models more closely.
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Volvo P1800ES by Minichamps

10/23/2014

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Minichamps has announced for several years now the release of a fourth color for their Volvo P1800ES model. The 1:18 scale model represents a car from model-year 1971. I was told by Minichamps that they will rework the initial scale model. The first release of the 1:18 Volvo P1800ES dates back to 2004.

They told me also that the newest release should be ready this autumn. A precise release date is however not yet known. The model will be painted dark green and will feature a beige interior. The diecast model will be available under item number 100171614.
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Source & copyright : Minichamps
1971  -  Volvo P1800 ES

Features :
  • opening side doors, bonnet and trunk lid
  • working steering
Characteristics :
  • 113 parts with 194 decorations :
  • 123 masks sprays
  • 22 tampon prints
  • 3 decals
  • 46 freehand sprays

The previously made Volvo P1800 ES (1971) models by Minichamps are:

blue metallic with grey interior
  • item number 100171610
  • year released: 2004
gold metallic with cream interior
  • item number 100171611
  • year released: 2004
orange with black interior
  • item number 100171612
  • year released: 2006
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Volvo 242 Turbo by Minichamps

2/6/2013

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Minichamps has finally released the long awaited Volvo 242 Turbo. This car by the 'Team IPS Racing' was driven by Peter Stureson in the 1986 DTM season. The car wearing the number '1' is available under item # 400861701. It is a limited edition of 1296 pieces.

The second release representing the same car as it was driven in 1985 by Per Stureson will be released next week. It will be available under item # 400851753. This car wearing the race number '21' ended up as DTM champion in 1985.

Both models will be offered for around 55 €.

Source & copyright : Minichamps
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UPDATED - Volvo 242 by Minichamps

12/31/2012

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Minichamps has announced new release dates for the long awaited Volvo 242 Turbo models. Both should be available in the first quarter of 2013.
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Volvo 242 Turbo
Team IPS Racing
driver : Per Stureson
DTM Champion in 1985

item # 400851753

Release date : 01-2013
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Volvo 242 Turbo
Team IPS Racing
driver : Per Stureson
DTM season 1986

item # 400861701

Release date : 03-2013
Source & copyright : Minichamps
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UPDATED - Volvo 242 Turbo by Minichamps

11/18/2012

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Minichamps has finally published a picture of the second announced 1:43 scale model of the Volvo 242 Turbo. This car by the 'Team IPS Racing' was driven by Peter Stureson in the 1986 DTM season. These models will be offered for around 55 €.
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Volvo 242 Turbo
Team IPS Racing
driver : Per Stureson
DTM season 1986

item # 400861701

Release date : 03-2013
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Volvo 242 Turbo
Team IPS Racing
driver : Per Stureson
DTM Champion in 1985

item # 400851753
Source & copyright : Minichamps
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Volvo 855 by Minichamps

10/22/2012

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Minichamps will release their next Volvo model in December just in time for the X-mas season. It will be a 1:43 scale model of the well known Volvo 855 break.
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Volvo 855  break

- model-year 1996
- silver metallic
- with light black interior
- limited to ?? models
- item # 430171414
Source & copyright : minichamps.de
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