Article Archive for July 2011

Disney Pixar CARS 2: Marussia Virgin Racing Formula One
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Posted in Disney Pixar CARS 3 on 9 July 2011
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“The Marussia Virgin Racing Formula One team of Timo Glock and Jérôme d’Ambrosio will be carrying Cars 2 branding for this weekend’s British Grand Prix at Silverstone, with the Sheffield-based outfit having confirmed a one-race sponsorship deal with the Disney Pixar film.” “Richard Branson and his daughter Holly Branson at the Horse Guard Parade for […]

Mattel Disney Pixar CARS 2: Pop Open Speedway Carrying Case
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Posted in Disney Pixar CARS 3, Mattel Disney Pixar Diecast CARS 3 on 9 July 2011
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Out now, thanks “Oliver’s Mom.” Looks HUGE. Ad earlier pics of it without sleeve … And opened … It does not have wheels, the handle does not pop up like luggage. You can get a sense of it’s scale here also (thanks for the great photos, “Oliver’s Mom.” Post on other carrying cases (checklist)

Disney Stores: Exclusive San Francisco Vinylmation + Contests
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Posted in Disney Pixar CARS 3, Disney Store on 8 July 2011
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The Disney Stores have introduced the second “city exclusive” vinylmation (the first was NYC) for San Francisco! The mega 9″ version which shows the Golden gate Bridge by night & day … And the 3″ series one which features SF famous cable cars! The cable cars are only one block from the Disney Store on […]

Disney Pixar CARS 2: Disney Store 25% + Free Shipping Coupon Code
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Posted in Disney Pixar CARS 3, Disney Store on 8 July 2011
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The Disney Stores.com are moving warehouses so they are continuing their sale until Monday: Coupon Code – 25% off ALL Toys (not just CARS) + Plush – TOY25 Plus free shipping with code SHIPTODAY ($75+ order). This 25% off sale may only be available online since it’s a warehouse moving sale but let us know […]

Mattel Disney Pixar CARS 2 Diecasts: Retail Roundup
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Posted in Disney Pixar CARS 3, Mattel Disney Pixar Diecast CARS 3, Retail on 8 July 2011
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Target has dropped the 2-packs/multi-packs to a more appropriate $7.99 And Toys R Us seems to have gotten the next shipment of the Finish Line Frenzy where only TRU gets the “Gold” McQueen while other retailers get the silver one. And while these are Fisher-Price (part of Mattel), if you need a display for your […]

Mattel Disney Pixar CARS 2: Strange Bag of Hurt
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Posted in Disney Pixar CARS 3, Mattel Disney Pixar Diecast CARS 3 on 7 July 2011
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Everyone once in a while, there is a toy extension that makes pretty zero sense on many levels. At one point, there was a listing for “Dollar Store Assortment” and that on the surface made sense. In this economy, you want to reach everyone and some parents might not be willing to spend $3.99 or […]

Mattel Disney Pixar Diecast CARS: Fix Your Van Without Stickers
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Posted in Disney Pixar, Mattel Disney Pixar CARS on 7 July 2011
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Like most people, the CHASE “Van with Stickers” was pretty much just “Van.” “AF” has thoughtfully provided us with a high res bumper sticker … You can download it and resize it or if you just want to print and glue on immediately … Don’t accidentally inhale it. And of course, I’m sure you’ll want […]

Hasbro Mighty Muggs: Back For San Diego Comic Con 2011
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Posted in Toys on 7 July 2011
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Nice addition to the Mighty Mugg family … $34.99 at the (crazy, crazy, packed full of crazy people) Hasbro booth – if any left, will be available online afterwards. Funny packaging. Nicely done.  🙂 If you’re hit with a rock while in line, it’s nothing personal, I’m just throwing $35 at you so you can […]

Mattel Disney Pixar Diecast CARS 2: Big Bentley Next
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Posted in Disney Pixar CARS 3, Mattel Disney Pixar Diecast CARS 3 on 6 July 2011
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The Big Bentley “playset” is next … And a closer look at the tower … Hard to say when it’s coming …

Mattel Disney Pixar Diecast CARS 2: Fan Stand Display Case Update
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Posted in Disney Pixar CARS 3, Mattel Disney Pixar Diecast CARS 3 on 6 July 2011
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We now have a photo of what the display sleeve “cover art” will look like for the Fan Stands … available online at Target or at Amazon (free Shipping). The rest of the photos from the last post … But opened, you will want one or 10? Though, I don’t know – do you even […]