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Minichamps New Releases – Week 08, 2026

A new allotment of new models has just hit shelves from Minichamps.  This assortment features 1:18 and 1:43 scales.  An opening and metal BMW takes the feature spot.  We like you, Minichamps, but your opening price point is a little high based on the delivery detail and competition. Scale 1:18: BMW M4 – 2024 – GREEN METALLIC ORACLE RED BULL Continue Reading...
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Minichamps New Releases – Week 07, 2026

News from the Minichamps camp for week 7 is a small assortment of 1:18 and 1:43 models.  The feature finds the metal and opening BMW i5 M60 Touring 2024.  We love the Green shade here, but we’re disappointed in their opening price point.  Suggested retail price 209 euros.  Show below for the complete list! Scale 1:18: BMW i5 M60 TOURING Continue Reading...
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Minichamps New Releases – Week 05, 2026

News from Minichamps this week is a few BMW, metal and opening replicas in 1:18 and four examples in 1:43 – this includes F1 and Porsche representations.  See below for complete definitions by scale. Scale 1:18: BMW M4 – 2024 – BLACK METALLIC BMW i7 M70 (G70) – 2024 – WHITE METALLIC Scale 1:43: BWT ALPINE F1 TEAM A525 – Continue Reading...
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Minichamps New Releases – Week 03/04, 2026 (UPDATE)

** UPDATE ** Week 4 arrived earlier this morning.  Additional selections from BMW in metal and opening replicas.  See revised list below. Just a handful of newness to share from Minichamps this week.  Another look at their 1:18 metal and opening BMW i7 in the feature spot.  This one is completed in Blue/Black Metallic.  See below for the complete list Continue Reading...
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Minichamps Asia Exclusive Mercedes-AMG GT Black Series Red…

A unique piece manufactured by Minichamps for the Asian market is this 1:18 metal and opening Mercedes-AMG GT Black Series Red Pig 50th Anniversary livery replica.  This model commemorates the 50th anniversary of the 300 SEL 6.8 AMG, known as the “Red Pig”, winning the championship in the 24 Hours of Spa, AMG launched a special “50 Years Legend of Continue Reading...
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Minichamps New Releases – Week 02, 2026

Our first entry for Minichamps in 2026 includes a mix of 1:12, 1:18 and 1:43 scale specimens.  The feature finds the 1:18 metal and opening, Grey Metallic BMW M2 2024 with Red/Black interior.  We like the results.  See below for the complete list of models. Scale 1:12: RED BULL RACING HONDA RB18 – MAX VERSTAPPEN – WINNER ABU DHABI 2022 Continue Reading...
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REVIEW: Minichamps Porsche 911 (992) GT3 R “Customer Delivery”

Minichamps has long been a fixture in the diecast world, but its pricing strategy continues to raise eyebrows. Too often, models arrive at a premium that feels misaligned with the level of execution. It’s no wonder Norev has surged in popularity—offering well-balanced quality at more accessible prices. Still, every so often, Minichamps delivers a piece that’s difficult to resist, even Continue Reading...
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Minichamps New Releases – Week 51, 2025

This week, Minichamps has released new models in 1:12, 1:18, and 1:43 scales.  The feature finds another metal and an opening BMW model.  This one looks quite sassy in Red! Scale 1:12: RED BULL RACING HONDA RB18 – MAX VERSTAPPEN – WINNER JAPAN WC 2022 Scale 1:18: BMW M4 – 2024 – RED METALLIC Scale 1:43: BMW M4 GT3 – Continue Reading...
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