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Posted in Disney Pixar CARS, Mattel Disney Pixar CARS Toons Diecast on 28 April 2016
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There’s not much of a new list but “John H.” notes that the cards have been slightly updated … As of now, there is nothing new – though if they actually air the TO PROTECT AND SERVE Toon, we might see the three-pack back. Thanks “John H.”
Posted in Books on 27 April 2016
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The Romans in 100 Facts, “Roman history from the foundation to collapse of the empire, covering famous Romans, famous events and some of the more bizarre moments of Roman history.” Mongol Conquests – The Military Operations of Genghis Khan and Sube’etei – “The Mongols created the greatest landlocked empire known to history. It was an empire created […]
Posted in Disney Pixar CARS, Mattel Disney Pixar Diecast CARS on 27 April 2016
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In one way, the distribution situation is they same as it ever was – spotty – but of course, it’s stranger than ever – perhaps driven by the main direction that Mattel seriously considered the possibility that they might lose CARS 3 so if they did lose the license, then this would’ve been a “lame […]
Posted in Disney Pixar CARS, Mattel Disney Pixar Diecast CARS on 27 April 2016
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Thanks for the great pics, “John H.” Brake for Brake Boyd. Interesting rims. He’s Coriander Widetrack’s dad. While Brake doesn’t look large, he’s actually not that tiny – compared to Brad Winmiler. Coming soon, the third family member – Mrs. Boyd. Thanks for the nice pics, “John H.” (Yes, all three are from CARS 1 […]
Posted in Food on 26 April 2016
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Food Lab – Better Home Cooking Through Science “As Serious Eats’s culinary nerd-in-residence, J. Kenji López-Alt has pondered all these questions and more. In The Food Lab, Kenji focuses on the science behind beloved American dishes, delving into the interactions between heat, energy, and molecules that create great food. Kenji shows that often, conventional methods […]
Posted in CARS World 2016, Disney Pixar CARS, Mattel Disney Pixar Diecast CARS on 26 April 2016
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Thanks “Mariela P” for the heads up & photos … Arriving in stores finally – 2-pack Heather Drifeng & Michelle Moteretta Thanks Mariela P!
Posted in Disney Pixar CARS, Mattel Disney Pixar Diecast CARS on 26 April 2016
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The first Super Chase of 2016 is BUD (RV). Thanks for the great pics, “John H.” Comparison with Larry Camper. \ Thanks “John H.” who adds these additional notes: “Least interesting Super Chase since Ciao Francesco. Sure it’s a new sculpt and a very heavy one with lots of metal, but really devoid of any […]
Posted in Disney Pixar CARS, Mattel Disney Pixar CARS on 25 April 2016
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I’m not sure if these actually made it to retail? Luigi’s Portable House of Tires Carrying Case But in either case, Amazon has it as an ADD-ON item for $2.67 – hard to beat that deal. You can also pick up Ramone’s House of Art Carrying Case for $3.40. Vehicle not included.
Posted in Disney Pixar CARS, Mattel Disney Pixar Diecast CARS on 25 April 2016
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Thanks “John H.” for the nice pics and heads up. It’s been a while since we’ve gotten the classic Mia & Tia in a 2-pack and the good news – they’re pretty much the same as the last release. They return as a one-piece unibody (the lenticulars were segmented faces) AND they even still retain […]
Posted in Disney Pixar CARS 3, Mattel Disney Pixar Diecast CARS on 25 April 2016
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“Jacob H.” spotted these on eBay … if you don’t want any spoilers for CARS 3, 2017 – look away but if you don’t mind a little preview. Is it legit? I would imagine so. There’s no real compelling reason counterfeiters would go to all the trouble to make up a complete fake especially Ramone’s […]




