Mattel Disney Pixar CARS: Salt Fever 5-Pack Box Set + Some Classics …
Thanks “Samuel K.” for the heads up and photos. No new releases in the Salt Fever 5-pack but the box sets generally have different eye positions. And a few classic box set releases. Samuel K says the Edwin Kranks is a silver tires variant.
Mattel Disney Pixar CARS: 2024 Singles Case DXV-95DG Full Case
The 2024 Singles Case DXV-95DG Full Case is an extra nice case … Chris Freightman & Tony Motorfelt are heavy weight die cast releases full of great details … Boost with Flames returns as just “Boost” and his new flames design … and the Thai eyelid line. Not the first time in 2024 but nice […]
Mattel Disney Pixar CARS: Dinosaur CARS One for the Ages …
The dinosaur CARS are amazing. Mattel could’ve just attached and glued plastic attachments to current releases but instead, they are built up from scratch out of heavy guage die cast metal … all great … Westfalanapus Quadraptorquosaurus Pitstopasaurus Scale comparison
Mattel Disney Pixar CARS: Global Race Lightning McQueen & Shu Todoroki 2-Pack
If you count expanded universe releases as ‘new,’ then the new Global Race 2-pack is the launch of a new series … though this year, just counted in the mainline. There is no backstory and it’s not the “global race” of CARS 2, which was the “World Grand Prix Racers.” Lightning McQueen While it’s yet […]
Mattel Disney Pixar CARS: Ken Enginoki & Justin Roadritter 2-Pack
Coming soon, the Ken Enginoki & Justin Roadritter 2-Pack, a rare all-new releases in a 2-pack. From the Road Rumbler CARS On the Road TV episode. Ken Enginoki. For a tiny diecast, it has huge length and height with its attachments. Great details on everything. Practical ready for solar … Justin Roadritter. Great rust […]
Mattel Disney Pixar CARS: 2024 Singles Case DVX29-95DF
The 2024 Singles Case DVX29-95DF doesn’t have much new but for variant collectors, some new options. View Zeen Tractor seems to be slightly darker blue, Ramone has a thinner red piping on the rear fins, Tumbleweed has a different eye position and expression & same with Kori, different eyes & mouth expression. It’s been a […]
Mattel Disney Pixar CARS: 2-Pack Case 957-W Is 2024 New …
The new 2-pack case 957-W is packed full of new releases, new configurations and a few variants. Rare to get a new 2-pack with 2 new releases so nice: Ken Enginoki & Justin Roadritter. The Glow Racers 2-pack is part of the mainline: 2024 Glow Racer Lightning (different look than the 2023 release) and new […]
Mattel Disney Pixar CARS: 2024 Singles Case DXV-95DC
Sorry for the delay and since we have releases in mini boxes now, it’s hard to tell if it’s truly “new” to everyone so these are just general groupings … Late 2023 or new for 2024: Mallory Karhut, Space Creature Lightning, Road Trip Lightning (2023 Variant) and Quadratorquosaur Not new but if you’re collecting the […]
// Books
T’was the Night Before Christmas – Jennifer CoolidgeJennifer Coolidge reads The Night Before Christmas as only she can …
// Checklist
Mattel Disney Pixar CARS: The TakeFive Complete Everything Checklist 2006 to 2015For those who prefer your checklist in alphabetical order, here’s “The Complete Everything CARS Open Checklist 2006-2015” Including ALL the Star Wars CAR WARS diecast from Disney Theme Parks. So, we’re at 908 to @1,053 diecasts if you’re collecting all along. Click HERE to view the magazine preview or … The Video Preview The Year […]
// Video Games
Nintendo Switch – The Light Switch ‘Dad Jpke’ Troll VersionSo, if you want Christmas morning to be ha-ha funny for you, here’s the real cheaper version of the Nintendo Switch …
// Retail
Toys R Us Back for Reals This TimeToys R Us is actually back this time (last time, they opened 2 stores that sold NO TOYS just displayed them – yea, good luck with that business model … or one where a 4-year old is either going to cry or punch you … never mind a 37-year old …). Under new ownership, Toys […]
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Mattel Disney Pixar CARS: Diecast Collectors Complete Everything 1:55 2006-2017 Available Now!The alphabetical version of the EVERYTHING 2006 to 2017 is available! Every 1:55 mainline, CARS, CARS 2, CARS 3, Toon, Expanded Universe diecast is here! In alphabetical order from A to Zed. Over 1,300 photos including major variants. BTW, The diecast count is now OVER 1,500! Available in two versions. The CONTENT is exactly the […]
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Mattel Disney Pixar CARS: The TakeFive Complete Everything Checklist 2006 to 2015For those who prefer your checklist in alphabetical order, here’s “The Complete Everything CARS Open Checklist 2006-2015” Including ALL the Star Wars CAR WARS diecast from Disney Theme Parks. So, we’re at 908 to @1,053 diecasts if you’re collecting all along. Click HERE to view the magazine preview or … The Video Preview The Year […]
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Mattel Disney Pixar CARS: Themes 2015 CARS Visual Checklist & GuideIssue 12 covering releases for Mattel Disney Pixar CARS Themes 2015 Year is HERE! Every new release is listed with all new high res photos – on card, in box and opened! International shipping is available from MagCloud directly -when you order, they print one for you. Thanks for your support of TakeFive with your purchase! […]
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Mattel Disney Pixar CARS: Complete CARS 1 Magazine Checklist 2006 to 2015If you’re only collecting CARS 1 diecasts, the updated magazine checklist is HERE! Every CARS 1 release from 2006 to 2015 is listed in chronological order including every major variant. There is even a one-sheet checklist of all 559 CARS 1 release through 2015. (Minus 85 if you did not collect the lenticulars that are […]
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Mattel Disney Pixar CARS: Themes 2014 & Cars Year Checklist Magazine 11Finally completed for 2014! The 2014 checklist magazine is here covering all singles, deluxe, multi-packs and a few box sets. Since we also got a lot of “Toons” in the way of Ice Racers, Neon Racers, RS 500 ½ and Tokyo Mater, they are all included here! (Planes is not included) Thanks for your support of […]
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Mattel Disney Pixar CARS: Year by Year Complete Checklist Magazine 2006 to 2013For those who want a checklist of CARS diecast released listed YEAR BY YEAR, here is our new complete everything checklist. So, whether you started collecting in 2006 or want to start from the start, or maybe even need a guide in displaying as they were available year by year, this is your checklist! It […]
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Mattel Disney Pixar CARS World: The COMPLETE Checklist Magazine 2006 to 2013It wasn’t easy – but it’s completed! Yep, EVERY CARS, CARS 2, Toon, Storyteller, Holiday, Expanded Universe AND even non-canon CARS diecast – including ALL major variants from 2006 to 2013 … in one magazine checklist. 8 Years worth of CARS diecasts in alphabetical order. Purchase it HERE. All new design and all re-done. CARS […]
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TakeFiveaDay – Mattel Disney Pixar CARS Checklist Magazine Themes 2013 & Radiator Springs Classic Available Now!Our checklist magazine #10 is ready and on sale at MagCloud.com. This issue features every release for the Themes 2013 & Radiator Springs Classic series’ released in 2013. Here is a sample page – you can view pages online also (Click on READ SAMPLE). Overall, it was a great year with over 80 new or […]
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Mattel Disney Pixar CARS 2 Diecast: T5 Checklist Magazine UpdateThere was a glitch at MagCloud – for some reason, it defaulted back to my draft file last night which was incomplete so I think if you placed an order, it wouldn’t print but it should be fixed now. But let me or MagCloud know if you get the CARS 2 issue that looks incomplete. […]
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Mattel Disney Pixar CARS: The Year by Year Chronological Checklist + SALE!Many people have asked for it so here it is, a complete checklist of Mattel Disney Pixar CARS in chronological series order From Day 1 in 2006 to Day 1,826 in 2011. This checklist only shows each CAR once – in the series of release (unless there was a major variant re-release). To avoid confusion, […]
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TakeFiveADay Magazine Checklist – Lenticulars Done, CARS 1 DoneIt’s finally done. The Lenticular issue is done and CARS 1 is complete … You can purchase a printed copy or digital PDF or preview it HERE. It took a while to sort through it all but it looks like there were 134 lenticulars including variants, and eye position variants. I’ll get around to doing […]
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TakeFive New Magazines: Everything & Ultra CompletistsAs you requested, there is a new COMBINED CHECKLIST with everything Mattel Disney Pixar CARS 1:55 in one photo checklist – our biggest issue ever! (click for a FULL PREVIEW) … so what’s the final count? Including updating some variants, it’s 433 + 21 Haulers + 35 rubber tire racers + 2 racers in boxes […]
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Mattel Disney Pixar CARS: Final Lap-Night Skyline Magazine ChecklistOOPS – SORRY. Everything is fixed now – somehow a few CARS got dropped and I definitely forgot a few additional launchers or that the Leak Less hauler was re-released for Night Skyline – me eyes glazed over … or when you stare at it on the shelves for 11 months, you tend to gloss […]
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Mattel Disney Pixar Diecast CARS: Toons, Storytellers Expanded Universe Magazine Checklist is Here!Issue #7 of the Mattel Disney Pixar CARS Checklist Magazine is HERE! This 24-page issue covers the CARS Expanded Universe – Toons, Storytellers, Holiday Storytellers and Disney mail-aways and in-scale CARS. You can check out a FULL PREVIEW HERE. As always, you get everything on card, in box sets, playsets photographed in high resolution. Includes […]
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TakeFive Mini Adventures CARS Magazine & Checklist + Holiday SaleMini Adventure collectors can rejoice! Your complete 20-page visual checklist is now available! Did you know there were 62 releases on card? Or 130 different vehicle releases? Click on any of the links above to check out the free preview of all the pages at MagCloud (plus ordering info). AND best of all, MagCloud is […]
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Mattel Disney Pixar Diecast CARS: COMPLETE Visual Opener Checklist Magazine Issue is Complete!Everyone kept asking for it and until now, the releases kept overlapping each other but since we have had a natural-unnatural CARS release break, this seemed a good time to make a symbolic linkage & recap of June 2006 to June 2010. This OPENER CHECKLIST issue includes EVERY single CAR release from Mattel as a […]
CARS World 2016
Mattel Disney Pixar CARS – Ready for the Reset …This does not bode well for the upcoming blind box series. Sad. We need more CARS.
CARS World 2016
Mattel Disney Pixar CARS: Hitting the PegsThere’s a short term gap between the close of 2016 ½ before CARS 3 … the one and only 2-pack case … One “new” release … And the new Deluxe Case, Charlie Cargo split off from the box set. Thanks for the great pics, “TarHeelBill.” And for those wondering if Charlie Cargo is still segmented, […]
CARS World 2016
Mattel Disney Pixar CARS: Walmart Reset & New Playsets“Carl P” spotted the new Walmart Reset Sheet for Spring 2017. Nothing too new – we know about the Road Trip Mack. Hopefully the trailer listing is for THIS. My Walmart has the new playsets in. They are not very canon but they look pretty fun and cool. Piston Cup Racing Garage (also available at Amazon). […]
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Hurry In 20172016 was not a great year whether you were a CARS fan or not, so hurry up, 2017. Here’s to a better and great 2017 all you all. The only downside is of course, your bank account will take a Mater sized hole. 🙂 Read more HERE. Thanks for the heads up “Alberto A.” […]
CARS World 2016
Merry Christmas!Merry Christmas – ya filthy animals … 😉 That is the proper greeting? Happy Holidays all! Save up all your money for CARS 3 2017! These are showing up in Germany so maybe coming soon to you! Thanks, “Nico A!”
CARS World 2016
Mattel Disney Pixar CARS: Precision Series Luigi’s Casa Della – Almost 50% Off!Amazon has lowered the price of Precision Series Luigi’s Casa Della Tires 48% off to a new low of @$52.01 – December 21, 2016. Thanks, “Alberto A!” The other playsets are discounted slightly.
CARS World 2016
Mattel Disney Pixar CARS: And Then There Was None – Wilmar Flatz Eyes Have ItThe first, last and ONLY non-CHASE* lenticular release without a matching classic fix eyed release has finally been released – Wilmar Flatz. Thanks for the great pics, “John H.” Essentially the same as the lenticular other than the eyes. Still segmented. Comparison. Some very slight production differences. Thanks for the great pics, “John H.”
CARS World 2016
Mattel Disney Pixar CARS: Brad Winmiler is a Winner by a MileThanks for the great photos, “John H.” Brad Winmiler, one of the last of the 2016 singles crosses the retail finish line. The last Super Chase of the year, J. Low Lee also comes with a Piston Cup, though not the same one. Thanks, “John H.”
CARS World 2016
Mattel Disney Pixar CARS: Target & ShopMattel Coupon (Toys R Us 25% Update)Thanks for the heads up on the Target.com update, “John H.” When I posted the coupon code PLAY for 30% off, Good November 19, 2016 TODAY ONLY, there was not much for CARS at Target.com but they added a bunch of 2-packs since Thursday (and raised the prices) but there are some hard to find […]
CARS World 2016
Mattel Disney Pixar CARS: Precision Series Luigi’s Price Drop at AmazonThanks for the heads up, “John H.” We have our first price drop for the Precision Series Luigi’s Casa Della Tires at Amazon – @$86. This new Luigi’s is massive compared to the original Luigi’s – this one is about 13″ by 11″ across and the lights on feature is VERY COOL. The tire rings […]
CARS World 2016
Mattel Disney Pixar CARS: Precision Series Mater ShippingThanks “John H.” for the great photos. Precision Series Singles Mater is now shipping. (Amazon LINK) Precision Series Single mater comes with a working tow hook. Thanks “John H!” The diecast included with the Mater Tow Yard has working lights and “rubber tires.”
CARS World 2016
Mattel Disney Pixar CARS: Piston Cup Collection 11-Pack UnfoldsThanks for the heads up & photos, “Jacob H.” This is the year of the packaging … The flat windshield (except for King & Chick Hicks) are re-packed in a display 11-pack. These have all been released as singles the past few years. This is the first time these have been released in a tray […]
CARS World 2016
Mattel Disney Pixar CARS: Achtung, Achtung 2016 Poster Up!What’s German for ‘better late than never?’ Thanks, “Robert G.” for the heads up from Germany. Most of the names are in English, and fun to see the German names of some of the townies & tuners. Or “Transforming” in German. There’s a quasi-higher res version HERE (thanks, Carromata95). It’s not an official upload. Maybe […]
CARS World 2016
Mattel Disney Pixar CARS: 2016 SDCC Precision Series Dirt Track Fabulous Hudson Hornet Box + MoreThanks for the heads up, “John H.” Here is the exterior box for the 2016 SDCC Precision Series Dirt Track Fabulous Hudson Hornet. Its official name, “Dirt Track Fabulous Hudson Hornet.” As usual …“This product will be available for pre-order at MattyCollector.com on June 15, 2016 for subscribers only (Early Access), and from June 16 through […]
CARS World 2016
Mattel Disney Pixar CARS: Radiator Springs Classics ModerfiedThanks for the heads up and photos, “John H.” The Toys R Us exclusive re-release line “Radiator Springs Classic,” card design has been updated. It looks much nicer – much cleaner. BUT there are some new cards with the Disney CARS App snipe – all the cards with 2 versions? AND-OR old style cards NOW […]
CARS World 2016
Mattel Disney Pixar CARS: Arriving Heather Drifeng & Michelle MoterettaThanks “Mariela P” for the heads up & photos … Arriving in stores finally – 2-pack Heather Drifeng & Michelle Moteretta Thanks Mariela P!
Shopping
Fun Toys (Maybe Even for Kids)(Amazon LINKS) Previously, On…: Guess the TV Series (Game) Finding Dory Mystery Minis Display Case (12) Kotobukiya Edward Scissorhands Bishoujo Statue Not the Edward Scissorhands you remember. 🙂 NECA Aliens Deluxe Vehicle Power Loader (P 5000) Vehicle
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Nostalgia Fun Reading For Kids of All Ages(Amazon LINKS) In case you need convincing to collect CARS 🙂 Collecting With Kids: How To Inspire, Intrigue and Guide the Young Collector The Collectible LEGO Minifigure: Values, Investments, Profits, Fun Facts, Collector Tips Monster High Character Encyclopedia And fun continuation of old school movies & TV shows … in a format where […]
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Fun Amazon Things for the HouseFun gift items from Amazon. “Pocket Blanket” Unfolds into 6.25 x 4.16 Corkcicle Whiskey Wedge – (Double Old Fashioned Glass + Silicone Ice Form) Menu Winebreather Carafe Bourbon Barrel Sauces – Bluegrass Soy Sauce, Aged Worcestershire Sauce and Kentuckyaki
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Hot Holiday Toy: Funko Golden Girls POP VinylMightier than Thor! Well, maybe – but one of the hottest toys this Christmas are the Funko Golden Girl POP Vinyl … The regular retail is around $11 so shop carefully! AMAZON or EBAY. Thank you for being a friend!
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Amazon Kindle Cyber Monday DealsAmazon has some nice Kindle Cyber Monday Deals … UNLIMITED KINDLE for “unlimited” reading of books, magazines and audiobooks on your Kindle or Kindle apps. Plus nice deals on Star Wars Graphic Novels.
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Toys R Us – 15% Off Everything Today Online + Black Friday ItemsSign up or sign in through our T5 link at eBates. After purchase, you get a rebate (for TRU, I think it’s 1%) AND for NEW MEMBERS, get a $10 GIFT CARD! Just log into eBates and search for Toys R Us. You can also buy their Black Friday items TODAY onine with the coupon code: BLACK FRIDAY […]
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Target 30% Off Coupon – Saturday ONLYTarget has a nice 30% coupon off ALL TOYS on Saturday (Excludes LEGO, Cards Against Humanity, Joking Hazard game and hoverboards). The 10% off coupon is good only on SUNDAY. You can also use the coupon online – Sign up or sign in through our T5 link at eBates. After purchase, you get a rebate AND for […]
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Amazon Prime $79 Until End of DayYou do have to be a NEW member, no renewals but $79 for a year of PRIME is a great deal. The shipping is obvious but you also get AMAZON VIDEO streaming + Amazon Music and of course, free 2-day shipping. LINK.
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Books to ReadTo Pixar and Beyond: My Unlikely Journey with Steve Jobs to Make Entertainment History The never-before-told story of Pixar’s improbable success. “Hi, Lawrence?” the caller asked. “This is Steve Jobs. I saw your picture in a magazine a few years ago and thought we’d work together someday.” After Steve Jobs was unceremoniously dismissed from Apple, he […]
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New & InterestingVilano Fixed Gear Bike Fixie Single Speed Road Bike Skagen Men’s Ambled Duffle 100% Cotton Measurements: 12.2 L x 3.94 W x 16.93 H Interior details: 1 padded tablet sleeve, 1 large slip pocket, 1 felt slip pocket with 2 compartments for smartphone, and 2 mesh zip pockets Exterior details: 1 hidden front zip pocket, […]
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History BooksRise of the Rocket Girls: The Women Who Propelled Us, from Missiles to the Moon to Mars In the 1940s and 50s, when the newly minted Jet Propulsion Laboratory needed quick-thinking mathematicians to calculate velocities and plot trajectories, they didn’t turn to male graduates. Rather, they recruited an elite group of young women who, with […]
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Interesting Things at Amazon …skyn ICELAND Glacial Cleansing Cloths Infused with Icelandic glacial waters and beneficial natural extracts Num Noms Lipgloss Truck Craft Kit Aesop Resurrection Rinse-Free Hand Wash JAPAN Kanebo Evita EX lotion A Push down on the top and it dispenses in a flower shape. (See GIF HERE). And get a Mr. Olympia Sample Box with a $9.99 […]
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Oddball Things Available at AmazonNeed some 99.99% Pure Gallium? Halloween decorating – now there are guns with web refills -0 just point and shoot “spiderwebs.” (does not support your body weight so now, you cannot be Spiderman). Shadows Edge 99000 Webcaster Trigger-Fed Cobweb Gun There’s also a cheaper version plus refills. Fellowship cup – Prefilled communion cups juice & wafer Or […]
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Drawing FunOhuhu 72-color Colored Pencils/ Drawing Pencils Kikkerland Tea Scented Erasers Kikkerland Detergent Scented Erasers Star Trek: The Original Series Adult Coloring Book Set a course for coloring creativity with the original Enterprise crew! This beautiful adult coloring book features 45 stunningly detailed, black and white images to color in any way you choose! With all […]
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History Books to Add to Your ListThe Angel: The Egyptian Spy Who Saved Israel A gripping feat of reportage that exposes—for the first time in English—the sensational life and mysterious death of Ashraf Marwan, an Egyptian senior official who spied for Israel, offering new insight into the turbulent modern history of the Middle East. As the son-in-law of Egyptian president Gamal […]
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Major Appliances Now at AmazonYep, you can pretty much fill every corner of the house at Amazon. Steam Washers? Why steam? Most steam washers utilize a combination of water and steam in a variety of cycles to do good things for your laundry. Steam boosts the temperature inside the washer drum, causing fibers to relax and more efficiently absorb water, […]
