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My 2012 Singapore Trip small haul!

2012-01-30T16:08:00.001+08:00

Good afternoon! Here are some of my recent haul that I purchased when I was in Singapore a few weeks ago. Not much but did find the things that I wanted!

Was going to get this online but due to the price hike I chose to search it in Singapore first. Luckily I found one Lego shop near Takashimaya that actually sell Exclusive Lego stuff! This VW T1 Camper Van cos BND$199.90.

Small hauls on Lego Minifigures, they are my first too!

Yes! Both are the same robot :(

Freebies I got from DC Comics store

KRE-0 Optimus Prime

Welly Mini Cars!

Misc 1/64 model cars

2012-01-23T00:00:00.000+08:00

I would like to wish

every readers a

Happy and Prosperous

CHINESE NEW YEAR

2012

3RIC

Erictoys

W.I.P - 1:24 VW Type 2 Delivery Van Pt.1

2012-01-14T12:08:00.000+08:00

I just found out I have tons of car model kits in my back log. Really need to get all those done before it keeps on piling up. Moving on to my next model kit. This is 1:24 VW Type 2 Delivery Van from Hasegawa.

Hasagewa kit is pretty neat. Not much mold lines to remove. I already finished preparing this model and will be ready for first coat of primer this weekend.

Here are the parts from the kit. Top quality as always from Japanese model company

When the kit is done, this is how it will looks like. A Porsche Delivery vehicle.

Completion of my Revell 1:25 Dodge Challenger

2012-01-12T17:21:00.001+08:00

Here it is readers, the completion of my Revell 1:25 Dodge Challenger! I just got this done a few hour ago. Just had it polished too! I really enjoy building this kit because it was so easy to work on. Never had any issue with fitting! Now that this is done I am going to move to another model since I am in the mood!

W.I.P - 1/25 Revell 2009 Dodge Challenger Pt.3

2012-01-11T18:18:00.001+08:00

Hello again! Here is some snap shots of my completed 1:25 Dodge Challenger interior! The body is currently at 85% completion. Next post will be the final stage of my work! Check out the newly completed interior now!

Brochure at the back seats!

Completed engine bay

Here is a sneek peek of the newly painted body!

W.I.P - 1/25 Revell 2009 Dodge Challenger Pt.2

2012-01-08T08:30:00.000+08:00

Click here for Pt.1

Hi again, here are some updates on my 1/25 Revell Dodge Challenger, the progress you see here took me 3 hours to finished. It is of course still in progress. More work still needed

As you can see, the car is finished in Tamiya Black. I applied 2 coats and at the moment I am just going to leave it as it is as I am going to apply 2 more final coats this coming weekend.

Engine bay is 70% completed. That is 380hp+ V8 MOPAR American Muscle!

Under chassis is 90% completed. It is still awaiting all 4 disc rotors

To Be Continue.....

W.I.P - 1/25 Revell 2009 Dodge Challenger Pt.1

2012-01-05T08:30:00.000+08:00

Hi there again, today I want to kick off my first 1/25 kit for 2012. This is REVELL 1/25 2009 Dodge Challenger that I bought in 2009! LOL! If you check my post here, I even said in that old post that I will immediately start this kit once I am done with my Audi R8. Well, two years had passed and I just un-box this kit in 2012! LOL

I am going to spray this model kit in black. This car need the black paint to bring out that sinister American muscle looks!

My first Revell USA kit. This is different from Revell Germany Audi R8 as that kit is Made in Germany. Hopefully I don't have much trouble with this kit!

1/7 Princess Bitch

2012-01-03T19:23:00.001+08:00

Happy New Year 2012 Readers!

My first post for 2012 will be this sexy figurine from Orchid Seed. This figure is called PRINCESS BITCH. She certainly look like one character from *Sneeze* Super Mario Bros*!

Cost around $150.00

Unboxing!

Unwrapping!

Here are the photo shoots!

Wish you readers can see it up close and personal as she is very detailed and the coloring is just as impressive! *END*

AUTOart 1:18 Lamborghini Murchielago LP-670-4 SV Pt.2

2011-12-29T15:30:00.000+08:00

As promised, here is the full post on my recently acquired 1:18 Lamborghini Murchielago LP670 SV from AutoArt! This car is my current all time favorite dream supercar! If I ever got the money, you bet I will choose this color! As usual, AutoArt did a splendid job on the details of the car. From the tiny bolts on the wheels, to the hinges of the front and rear bonnets to the full carpeted interior! I will let the pictures do the talking!

AUTOart 1:18 Lamborghini Murchielago LP-670-4 SV Pt.1

2011-12-24T18:06:00.002+08:00

Finally! Waited for almost 2 months on this item when it was announced! This is my third AUTOart collection. This here is the infamous Lamborghini Murchielago LP-670-4 SV! Phew! What a long name. I am going to do a second post soon on the details of this awesome model from AUTOart. This is of course in 1:18 scale! Enjoy the pics!

W.I.P - 1/24 Ford GT40 Pt.2

2011-12-19T12:30:00.000+08:00

Continuation from Part.1

Good afternoon! Here is my almost completed Ford GT40 MK.II. Took me a while to do this car, 6 months to be exact. Haha. Didn't have the time so it was really a slow progress. Finally it is now 95% compeleted. I was a bit disappointed about the decal provided by Fujimi. Very very fragile and I torn a few! Apart from that it was really a fun build. Check it out!

Interior

1:24 Model Kits

2011-12-05T17:00:00.000+08:00

Hello again! Today wanna post about 1:24 Model Kits from Fujimi. You are looking at two identical kit but two different decal livery. One is Hatsune Miku Racing and the other is a stock Porsche 911 GT3R!

I also grabbed this Hobby Design decal so that I can convert the the Hatsune Miku Racing 911 GT3R to this orange decal GT3R Hybrid from Porsche Le Mans racing machine!

Oh ya I also grabbed this Hasegawa VW Type 2 Delivery Van. Am planning to convert this car to Porsche Delivery Vehicle like the one shown above!

Soul of Chogkin - God Sigma

2011-11-28T13:30:00.000+08:00

Yes, another SOUL OF CHOGOKIN from Bandai. I think I acquired this item first week after it was release in Japan around September. This is another classic 80s Mecha Cartoon that I used to watch. This one here is called GODSIGMA. Instead of 6 robots like GODMARS, it only has 3 robots. The 3 robots are Kaimeiou (right leg), Kuuraiou (main body) and Rikushin'ou (left leg).

Check out the box sizes

Upon opening the box, you are greeted with two contents, one is the accessories packed in blister packaging. The other box content the 3 robots itself and I was very disappointing to see a paper board covering the content instead of the usual styrofoam. Bandai must be really cutting cost on that styroform....

Tadaaa! GODSIGMA!

Accessories

Extra Hands

Out of box for some photos.....

Will combine them soon for another photoshoot with GodMars

Here is the video of GODSIGMA combined!

Soul of Chogokin - GODMARS

2011-11-23T11:11:00.001+08:00

Had this Godmars for quite sometime and never play with it as it was always inside the box. Only recently I had the chance to play with it and displayed at CH-Toynation in non-transformed form.

Today, for the first time I have all of the smaller robots transformed together to formed the ultimate GODMARS. This one is a 80s classic cartoon during my era. I had one of the classic version but never really appreciate it apart from playing and throwing it around. Now the classic version is fetching a high price in mint condition.

This version is the updated version from Bandai Soul of Chogokin released if I can recall around 2009.

There are tons of accessories to play with but as I don't actually play with it this age, so I will just take pictures of some of the accessories.

The red robot is called GAIA

Video review of Chogkin Godmars

**Highly Recommended you watch it!

Opening Theme of GODMARS Cartoon Series

JadaToys VW Bus

2011-11-07T14:27:00.001+08:00

More VW stuff! This is from JadaToys V-DUBS series. The car you are seeing is called VOLKSWAGEN BUS. Not sure how many name this vehicle were called by its fans. This one here is a Limited Edition CHROME version. Not cheap for a 1:63 but how can I resist not buying it? LOL. It does come with its own casing and made out of die-cast material!

JadaToys - '59 VW Beetle & '62 VW Bus

2011-10-24T15:39:00.000+08:00

Hi! For todays post we will go back to old school. This here is from JadaToys, bought it for a song. The main reason for me to get this model is the attractive VW Bus or T1 Camper Van. Recently, I had been liking the look for this particular vehicle. Look at it, after 50 years it still look so freaking cool. This one here is like a mini beach diorama. Check it out!

Harley Davidson Sporster 1200N Nightster

2011-10-12T11:20:00.002+08:00

Good morning Readers! Another Harley Davidson added into my bike collection. This here is the low end model called HD Sportster XL 1200N. If I can recall, the actual bike will cost roughly around BND18K to 20k. Yeap, that is a price of a Toyota VIOS! LOL. Then again you are buying a heritage bike. Check it out!

My favorites H-D bikes all collected!!!

Harley Davidson Street Rod

2011-10-08T09:00:00.000+08:00

Good evening Readers! New Harley Davidson added into my bikes collection! This is 2007 Harley Davidson Street Rod, one of my favorite bike! This is their new skool bike under the V-ROD range. It is also the same range as H-D Night Rod which I posted last time! Got this for around BND$13.00 at local department store.

Bastard!! Arshes Nei

2011-10-05T09:00:00.000+08:00

My latest PVC figurines collections! This time from popular Manga of the 90s, BASTARD!! She goes by the name ARSHES-NEI! This one is a product of ORCHID SEED from Japan. Check it out!

W.I.P - 1/24 Ford GT40 Pt.1

2011-09-30T09:00:00.000+08:00

Good morning Readers! As you can see, I restart my favorite hobby again! This is Ford GT40 from Fujimi. As usual it is 1/24 in scale. This kit is actually a simple kit with not much parts to assemble. It does come with "photo-etch" part for that additional details. I think the work that I will be concentration most on this model is the body of the car. Lots of detailing to make it look realistic, Nice!

I am actually doing another model right now which will be announce in my next post!

Lucy Ghostbusters

2011-09-23T00:58:00.003+08:00

Hidihoooo! WOW! It's been a while I last posted on PVC figure. The last one was Hatsune Miku VN02 which was posted on September 2010 and that was 1 year ago! LOL.

Anyway, cut the crap, today I would like to share with you Miss Lucy from Ghostbuster. This is a PVC made by KOTOBUKIYA BISHOUJO range!

She is definetely one of my favourite character in my collection. Come on who doesn't watch Ghostbuster during the 80s? It was a classic child hood cartoon show. Too bad all my toys back then had been chucked away by my mum. Although LUCY wasn't in the show but hey with that good looks, torn overall, red g-string, proton pack, ghost trapper and that classic Ghostbusters logo is sure going to turn a lot of head!

1/43 Bandai Nissan GTR Completed!

2011-09-19T18:20:00.002+08:00

Another competed model that I totally forgot to update. If you may recall back in April I assembled this 1/43 Nissan GTR kit from Bandai. Well, today I took a few quick snap shots for you guys and ladies to enjoy. Check it out!

1/18 Porsche Spyder 918

2011-09-15T13:33:00.003+08:00

I am sure a lot of people had seen this car last year at the 2010 Geneva MotorShow. Incase you don't know, this is the PORSCHE 918 Spyder, currently my all time favorite dream machine from Porsche. I was jumping in joy when I read that the 1:18 scale will be release. I searched high and low and finally it is now in my possession! It is also now my favorite 1:18 in my collections!

This model is again by NOREV, the French Model company from France. This item cost me roughly $180.00! Yeap, almost same price as any AutoArt 1:18. All new Porsche models is always licensed to NOREV first then later on to other company. So is a no brainer to grab this item before it is gone forever!

Check it out! Click for Hi-Resolution Pictures

1/24 Abarth 500 Completed!

2011-09-13T18:23:00.003+08:00

Back in May, I was half way with this model. I actually completed this model around June and totally forgot to post the updated photos. So, here it is. The completed 1:24 Abarth 500 from Fujimi.

Overall, I was a bit frustrated when building this kit as some parts of the kit did not fit well! A common feature in Fujimi kit.

Nevertheless, I did completed the model and finally can add it to my favorite car collection.

Hope you all like it!

1:43 Porsche 959

2011-09-07T13:30:00.000+08:00

Another 1:43 Porsche added to my collection. This is Porsche 959, the 80s supercar from Porsche that rival Ferrari F40. This model is by HighSpeed. I bought this at Miri, Malaysia at some Mall.

CARS 2 Collections Finally Arrived Q!@#!$!!!!! Pt.2

2011-08-27T17:24:00.003+08:00

Hi there, here are the completed #9 to #16 of my Cars 2 Collection that I recently received. There are still more to collect but am awaiting someone on eBay with good prices. Then will buy the whole lot to add in my collections!

No.9 Raoul Caroule - Rally Car

No 10 & 11 - Another repaint of Guido & Luigi

No.12 Acer - I don't remember the real name of this car!

No.13 Grem - another classic car that the name I don't remember :P

No.14 Race Team Fillmore - Repaint again from Cars

No.15 Sarge - Yes, another repaint.....

No.16 Rod Torque Redline - My favorite of the bunch as it resemble DODGE CHALLENGER!

CARS 2 Collections Finally Arrived Q!@#!$!!!!! Pt.1

2011-08-23T12:13:00.005+08:00

Here it is people, my long awaited CARS 2 collection finally arrived!!!!! I paid these items on eBay around mid-May 2011, and now it is late August! I still don't understand why it takes 3 months to fly from USA to Brunei! I am so worry that it might be gone forever during transit.

Today I went to MPC Berakas to actually pickup my car parts, then I came across one guy who work inside the Postal section. I mentioned to him about my eBay parcel as I am getting worried that my $180++ is going down the drain! So he helped me and he actually searched and found my eBay parcel!!!! And you know what, the parcel actually arrived in Brunei on 14th June! I don't know why I didn't received any card reminding me to collect the parcel.

Don't know who the hell I should complaint this to as I am already fed-up with our postal system! Next time when I ordered something from eBay I will make sure it is a registered parcel with tracking!

This is the parcel!

Chopped that it left USA on 26 May 2011

Hand written arrived in Brunei on 14th June 2011

Reminder Chopped on 19th July 2011, which again I did not receive!

Anyway, here are the goodies! Completed 1 to 16, CARS 2 collection from Mattel. There are more to come as I am planning to get the remaining No.17 onward!

No.1 RaceTeam Mater - A bit disappointed as it is the same as the old one but with new decals

No.2 Finn McMissile - New guy, kinda look like the James Bond of Cars

No.3 Lightning McQueen - Another same model with new wheels

No.4 - Francesco Bernoulli - New F1 character!

No.5 - Holley Shiftwell - New Character, new car and neat purple color!

No.6 - Professor Z - New Character

No.7 - Jeff Corvette - New Character from Corvette Racing! I think they are trying to portrait it as Jeff Gordon

No.8 - Carla Velosa - New character from LeMans!

I will continue Part 2 for No.8 to No.16 in my next post. I personally have not watched the CARS 2 movie yet. Not sure when it will come out, if worst I will probably get the BLURAY and watch it at home!

Unboxing my AutoArt Lexus LF-A

2011-08-04T12:00:00.000+08:00

Remember back in June, I bought my second AutoArt 1:18 Lexus LF-A. Well after more then a month, I finally had the time to had it displayed on my shelf. I must say the attention to details from AutoArt is always mind blowing! Check it out!

Comparing to my NOREV Porsche 911 Targa S

My Study Room!

2011-07-19T20:35:00.005+08:00

Here is some pictures of my study room or hobby room. Not much la, just some display of my favorite 1/18 model cars and 1/24 car model kits that I built.

My 1/24 car model kits that I built....

Some of my 1/18 models

Some of my mini figures!

Some of my other collections are displayed in CH-Toynation. Please come and check it out!

Loots from Miri Trip

2011-07-19T20:00:00.001+08:00

Was at Miri last month and bought a few car models for the sake of buying something in Miri....Bought 3 different models from 3 different manufacturers!

Porsche 914, Cayman and Gunpert Apollo

eBay Hot Wheels loots

2011-07-05T19:00:00.000+08:00

Here are some loots from eBAY. Each HW cost me USD$0.95, roughly BND$1.30. That is the good part, the bad part is the total cost of the shipping for all 4 items below cost me USD$11.00. At todays rate, it will be around BND$13.00. If you do the maths, each car cost me BND$4.50++. All of them from U.S.

Iron Man 2 Mini Cosbaby Exclusive Version

2011-06-17T15:18:00.002+08:00

Got this through my supplier in HK. I was told this is an Exclusive Item from Hot Toys for some Convention or Show in 2010. Anyway, I just grabbed it for the sake of putting it side by side with my 1/6 HT Iron Man Mk.III.

1/6 Akira Kaneda's Bike Pt.3 - Full Body

2011-06-17T15:10:00.003+08:00

More pictures uploaded! This time I attached all the body parts to the bike frame. Surprising, there are magnets on the parts where you attached it to the body! Easy to attach and easy to dettach!

Oh btw this is the accelerator pedal, if you press on it, it will activate the acceleration sound through the rear speaker behind the seat! Same goes with the brake pedal on the left hand side. At the same time, all the LED lights on the bike will be activated too!

1/6 Akira Kaneda's Bike Pt.2 - Naked

2011-06-17T13:52:00.005+08:00

Hello, here is the Pt.2 of AKIRA Kaneda's bike that I recently opened! Less talk and straight to the points! For this part I am showing you guys the "naked" bike first!

Just to let u know, this bike is freaking heavy! The bike uses lots of materials including die-cast, plastic, rubber and etc

Activating the bike! Full On LED party!

Working suspension(die-cast parts), LED head lamp, LED Spinning front wheel and LED signal lights

LED rear wheel, and PVC seat!

This is my favorite part of the bike, LED instrumental!

Guess who wants to ride first!

Mr. Ironman fits in the bike nicely

Part.3 Coming Soon!

1/6 Akira Kaneda's Bike Pt.1

2011-06-08T12:26:00.004+08:00

Hii! Today I would like to present to you my most expensive toy in my collection! I am sure you guys had seen this on the Web. So I will cut the crap short and get on with the introduction.

I had this for almost 2 years and never had the chance to open it! I also have the 1/6 Kaneda and 1/6 Tetsuo from BM Project to go along with the bike, will reveal them very soon too.

Huge Box!!!

Opening of the content

Styrofoam for protecting the Kaneda's Bike!

I always thought that this box contain just the bike alone and the other smaller white box(below) is actually the accessories and stickers for the bike. Well, I was wrong.....

The top layer of the styroform contain all the marked Kaneda's Bike body parts just like the one in the Animation!

The middle section is where the big mama is located!

This is the white box that I was talking about earlier on, I thought it was the accessories box but I was so wrong, in fact this box contain another set of the bike's unmarked body parts. It is inclusive of stickers or decals for you to stick on!

more updates on the Bike in Pt.2! Stay tuned!

1:18 AutoArt Lexus LFA

2011-06-02T17:30:00.000+08:00

Here is my second AUTOart collection that just arrived recently from Japan. This is the latest supercar from LEXUS called LFA. Unless you are living under the rock, I am sure you had already heard how amazing this car is. Heck, we even have one actual unit roaming in Brunei street with the same color as this model!

This one is No.4092, need to buy 4D....hehehe

Magnifying glass for you to check on the small details of the model.

No plan to take it out just yet.....

.....will update with more proper pictures very soon!

Minichamp 1:43 Porsche Boxster Spyder

2011-05-20T14:15:00.001+08:00

My new 1:43 from MINICHAMPS. This is Porsche Boxster Spyder. One of my current favorite in the Boxster ranges. I got this from QAF Eurokars, cost me about BND$60.00. It does come with the canvas roof for that roof-up looks. Check it out!

W.I.P - Abarth 500 Pt.2

2011-05-19T16:00:00.001+08:00

Remember this model kit? Yes, it was 1 year ago when I started it. LOL. I am busy bahhh! Anyway, I had decided to continue my 1/24 model hobby. Will update more progress on this model and other models too!

ABARTH 500

Started the window panel frame on both side of the car

Now working on the interior

Black panel painted!

Front bumper is 90% done!

Displaying My Collections in My Store!

2011-05-17T18:03:00.002+08:00

Hello everyone! Today I would like to announce to you all that I will be displaying or showcasing my collections at CH-TOYNATION.

As you all know most all my collections do not get to see the lights. 95% of my stuff is always inside my storeroom. With CH-TOYNATION now fully up and running, I had created a few spaces and shelves for my collections to be display in store.

So, if you have the time do drop by my store do check out my collections! Nothing fancy or great. Just some good old collections that I would like to share with my friends and customers!

For this month the "THEME" will be:-

Scale Car Models
DISNEY Cars
YOKO PVC from Gurren Laggan

ENTERBAY RM1.0 Original Action Body

2011-05-10T11:46:00.003+08:00

Today I received a package directly from ENTERBAY HK. This is RM1.0 Original Action Body. and already a discontinued item and I still managed to get hold of one directly from the 1/6 company maker. I bought it for USD12.00 excluding additional USD10.00 shipping. So convert to BND it will be roughly around BND27.00.

Why do I need RM1.0 Original Action Body? Well, I had in my possession an ENTERBAY 1/6 MR.BEAN. And two years ago I accidentally broke the joint between the leg and the feet(pic shown below) and since then it has been sitting inside my closet as I do not have any idea of how to fix it nor finding a replacement parts.

Soon, Mr.Bean will see his new joint!

Tomica Racing Transporter

2011-04-22T08:00:00.000+08:00

One of my TOMICA collections from TAKARATOMY. This is TOMICA Racing Transporter. Not sure whether the real thing does exists but nevertheless, the model itself is quite good looking.

BANDAI 1:43 NISSAN GT-R Kit

2011-04-15T15:00:00.000+08:00

Nowadays I had been very very lazy, such as building those pre-painted car models. I grabbed another GTR but this time it's 1/43 scale from Bandai. This is easier but less details compare to the 1/24 I built earlier. Check it out!

Soul Of Chogokin - God Sigma

2011-04-10T22:00:00.000+08:00

WOOHOO!!! BANDAI just announced that they will be launching God Σ (GOD SIGMA) for the next SOUL OF CHOGOKIN. God Sigma was one of the classic cartoon from the 80s! I used to watched it on video tape and it was dub in cantonese! This item will cost 23000yen so roughly about BND$290++. I can't wait to add this to the rest of my mecha collection!

The 3 robots Kaimeiou (right leg), Kuuraiou (main body) and Rikushin'ou (left leg) combine together to form the super robot God Σ

God Σ (GOD SIGMA)

Kuuraiou

Kaimeiou

Rikushin'ou

Check out this classic video of how they combined!

BB Gundam RX-78-2 Pt.2

2011-04-08T13:30:00.000+08:00

Remember this kit that I started a few months ago? LOL, finally I had it completed and now it is proudly displayed at CH-Toynation. Didn't do much to this kit, as it is a straight out-of-box built. Just a few lining and that's about it. Check it out.

Nendoroid Racing Miku Pt.2

2011-04-04T08:00:00.000+08:00

Hello everyone, what a lazy new week! Here is the continuation of the Bootleg Nendoroid Racing Miku that I was fixing a few weeks ago. The decals are finally done and Miku is looking happy sitting inside the car. The model is now nicely displayed at CH-Toynation!

1/24 Aoshima NIssan R35 Pre-painted Kit Pt.2

2011-03-31T11:44:00.003+08:00

Alright, here is what I had done so far on the AOSHIMA Nissan R35 Pre-painted kit. For the first time, my both hands are free from paints! I must say this is a very enjoyable build. Required no stress and sweat. Just a pair of scissor, cutter, cement and some patience.

In about 1 hour, I managed to complete the whole interior and under-chassis.

Aoshima did a great job on the painted interior. Most of the parts are painted to contrast the painted black interior. Hey even the air-con vents are painted!

This is the part where I must thanks AOSHIMA. The R35 window frame had been pre-painted! Even some small details like the signal lights on the front bumper and rear bumper are painted too! Seriously save me the time of masking that out.

This is where I trial fit the body to the chassis

Another picture where the painted headlamps and bumpers are cemented in place. I am liking this build so much. No doubt I am going for another Aoshima Pre-painted kit!

I think AOSHIMA should call their new PrePainted range the "Lazy man 1:24 model kit". LOL

1/24 Aoshima NIssan R35 Pre-painted Kit Pt.1

2011-03-26T13:14:00.006+08:00

This is the latest 1/24 kit i acquired a few months ago. The kit is 1/24 Aoshima Nissan GTR 35 "Pre-painted kit". This is the first time I venture on a pre-painted kit, usually I do all the painting and details myself for all my 1/24 car models.

When I saw this kit online I said to myself to give it a try and see how "pre-painted" is pre-painted in Aoshima dictionary. Usually for a pre-painted kit, Gundam or whatever kit, they are usually limitation on the paint job as smaller details are usually ignored.

Upon inspecting the model kit, I must say I am very impress with the details that Aoshima put on to the kit. To sum it up, you just need a pair of scissors and cutter. Everything is pre-painted as said on the box.

What had been painted?

Car, bumper, spoiler all painted in Pearl white
The car window black frame (a real pain in the butt if you have to do it yourself)
Lower body black skirting
Brake caliper
Suspension
Exhaust

Dashboard
Interior Center Console
Door handle
Steering Wheel
Window black detail (also a big pain in the butt due to masking it)

Hey, even the details on the headlamp are painted!

I can't wait to get this kit started by this week. Will post more of it very soon.

Nendoroid Racing Miku

2011-03-15T13:40:00.006+08:00

This item is a Japan release item only, which sadly I couldn't get hold of the original item. The one below you are seeing is bootleg version. I got this Nendoroid is not because of Miku, I want it because of the car that comes with it. The car is a Porsche 911 from the GoodSmile Racing Team.

Typical bootleg Nendoroid. Box is not as highly printed compared to original

Seriously I am not expecting much from this bootleg Nendo. From experience, the bootleg Nendoroid had problem with its articulation

Here are the stuff that comes with it

My tools for the decals : pen knife, scissors, brush and decal tray...

...and also a swap...hehe

Testing Miku inside the car, so far so good....

Decal applied together with decal fitter (from GoodSmile Racing)

Here are the current pictures

.....more finalised pictures Porsche GoodSmile Racing very soon

Avatar AMP Suit

2011-03-11T14:00:00.000+08:00

I always wanted to get hold of this mecha suit from Avatar for quite a while. It is not cheap and given you only can grab this in America or Canada. Don't really remember exactly how much but I think I paid about $80 bucks including shipping....

AMP Suit

I want to open the damn thing but it is fully seal in every corner. I don't really want to spoil the box so will leave it as it is for now...

This bastard, Colonel Miles Quaritch did not come with it as it is sold seperately

Harley Davidson Night Rod Special

2011-03-05T17:15:00.003+08:00

Currently my favorite bike in Harley Davidson range. This is from Harley Davidon VRSC range and is called the Night-Rod Special and maker is Maisto. One day maybe I will get the real thing...just maybe. Anyway check out my scale model....

O.C.C Comanche Theme Bike

2011-02-21T08:00:00.001+08:00

Sure you all heard of American Chopper. This is one of O.C.C first few theme bike that they built. This theme bike here is based on COMANCHE Helicopter shown picture below. Comanche is one of my favorite bike built by them and I am currently searching for Paul Junior infamous "Black Widow" bike

Product is made by MAISTO

*Its a pity that both Paul Senior and Paul Junior relationship ended up like that...

GhostBusters ECTO-1

2011-02-18T10:32:00.000+08:00

Good morning ! Here is something I received recently. This is GHOSTBUSTER ECTO-1 from Hallmark KEEPSAKE range. No idea what that range is but when I saw this beauty I just have to grab it. Check it out!

Still in the wrapper, will probably take it out and have it display in my new store soon!

BB Gundam RX-78-2

2011-02-14T09:00:00.000+08:00

This is my latest project for this month. BB Gundam RX-78-2 from Bandai. For this model, I will probably airbrush with some paint spray can.

I started assembled parts of the basic body sections!

Pt.3 - 1/48 Gundam RX-78-2 Megasize

2011-02-11T09:00:00.001+08:00

Click Here for PART.1
Click Here for PART.2

Finally!!! After 4 months of long super wait for this freaking Gundam Pencil, my Megasize 1/48 Gundam is now finally completed!!!

I must say the pencil lining did a very fine job on bringing out the lining on this Gundam

The pencil lead color is not black, is more toward to light grey which is a very good shade for shadowing the line!

I will have this display on new CH-Toynation shop very soon when it is open!

Con of buying from eBay....continuation

2011-02-08T22:35:00.003+08:00

If you remember my post about Con of buying from ebay few weeks ago, I was so mad to collect my Porsche GT3 RS in the worst condition from eBay ever! I did contact the seller and complaint about the matter. In the end, he will compensate some refund through Paypal. I still get to keep the model but have to repair it myself. Luckily as a 1:24 modeller I do have some tools to have it repaired back to new.

Here are a few tools

Cement on both side mirrors

Cement on the spoiler bracket

I gave the car full 3-steps polish treatment to wipe away the marks caused from the damages

And everything is back to normal!!!

1:18 Porsche Carrera 4S (987.2)

2011-02-01T14:30:00.001+08:00

Good afternoon my fellow readers, again my apologise for not posting for so long! Am currently hand tighted with with moving of CH-Toynation to a bigger premises. I promise once everything is settle down I will post more frequently and regularly. In the mean time, enjoy my latest 1:18 collection. Yes is another Porsche!!!

Porsche Carrera 4S Targa. Targe means it has a sliding roof, 4 mean it has 4 wheel drive system and S mean it is a higher spec with higher engine capacity than non-S.

In real life, the yellow brake calliper is an additional cost option equipment. It will set you back around BND$18,000 for all corners. It is called the PCCB or Porsche Carbon Ceramic Brakes

Double Whammy!!!

2011-01-17T14:30:00.000+08:00

Good afternoon people! Firstly, my apologise for not posting for so long as I was settling down with some personal matters.

Today I would like to kick off with two Nissan legends! Nissan NISMO R34 z2 R-Tune and Nissan GTR R35. The R34 is by AUTOART whereas the R35 is by NOREV. Check out the details!

Hope you enjoyed the pictures!

The Con of buying from eBay

2010-12-31T20:36:00.003+08:00

FFFFFF******KK!!!!! Sorry readers, I really need to vent my anger pressure off my head...I received my package from Germany few days ago. It is a 1:18 NOREV Porsche model that I purchased from a popular eBay seller. Check out the horror....

This is the scene when I opened the box, seriously I almost pengsan! The bracket that is holding the model and the base broke and while in transit, the model was thrown around inside its package like a ping-pong ball!!!

The sad part is the spoiler holder and side mirrors had been totally destroyed and also a few chips from the body paint work

This is the current stage of my poor Porsche GT3 RS

The spoiler holder is broken into 2 pieces, so sad, no more aerodynamic looks but thank goodness the spoiler itself is in one piece!

I already contact the eBay seller and Paypal, soon we will have a resolution. I will update this when I have more information

HAPPY NEW YEAR TO EVERYONE!!!
*Didn't expect my last post to be a rude one...lol

AUTOARTS Nissan Skyline R34 GT-R

2010-12-27T09:00:00.001+08:00

My one and only AUTOART 1:18 in my hobby collection. Don't know why, I really do not feel like paying over $150.00 for a 1:18 model. Sometime I think they are over charging us but hey who am I to judge them. Anyway, this is Nissan Skyline GTR Z-Tune Z2. Check it out

Kubrick - The Dark Knight

2010-12-20T13:15:00.000+08:00

More Kubrick added into my collection. This is another version of Dark Knight Kubrick. Visibly, the Joker is painted in monochrome color, as for Dark knight I am not sure about it. Anyway, check it out!

NOREV 1:18 Nissan R35 GT-R

2010-12-15T09:00:00.000+08:00

My second preview from my goodies from Downunder! This is the currently the ultimate cheapest supercar you can get in the market now. The infamous NISSAN GT-R R35. Not my favorite GT-R but wouldn't mind owning one for the hype.

I got this from an online eBay shop who sadly closed down its website recently. I got this beauty for less then BND$80.00 including shipping to Australia. Check it out.

The model is produced by NOREV, a french company that produced high quality continental car models.

Out of 10, I would give this model 8. Not very happy about the build quality for this particular model. I owned more than five NOREV Porsche 1:18 models and always happy about the details and qualities. But for this one, I am a bit disappointed, mainly because some shut line is quite wide. NOREV please stick to Porsche models only.

1:18 Porsche 550 Spyder

2010-12-11T11:00:00.000+08:00

Here is my first 1:18 model preview from my online shopping spree that I received from Downunder recently. First up for preview is Porsche 550 Spyder, a race car that was introduced at the 1953 Paris Auto Show. This is also the same car that James Dean was killed in.

MAISTO Porsche 550 Spyder

Cost me roughly BND$48.00 plus shipping to Australia from U.S

Mid-engine (Like my Boxster :P) and spare tire located behind engine

Strip-out interior

Fuel tank located in the front

The real deal

NERV "Special Strong Blend" Coffee

2010-12-09T16:00:00.000+08:00

This is not toys related but more to merchandise item. This is NERV Coffee! LOL, got this from online. Hadn't taste the coffee yet but it does come in very cool packaging both inside and outside. It is an official GAINAX product.

Not sure how to use it yet.....

1:18 Goodies from Downunder

2010-12-09T10:35:00.000+08:00

Oooo yes! These just arrived fresh from PERTH, Australia. Will do a preview on all three items very soon!

NOREV Porsche 911 Targa 4S (987.2)

NOREV Nissan GT-R 35

MAISTO Porsche 550 Spyder

Coming Soon.....

2010-12-08T08:00:00.000+08:00

Preview of this Chogokin will be coming very soon!

SDCC Soundwave

2010-12-07T09:00:00.001+08:00

One of my favorite character from Transformer Decepticon would have to be Soundwave and his underlings. This is SDCC 2009 Special edition that I had in my collection over a year ago. Check it out!

HotWheels Speed Machine McLaren F1

2010-12-06T10:34:00.002+08:00

Did anyone manage to grab this cool HOTWHEELS from HUAHO recently? I was so surprised to see a McLaren F1 GTR model in HotWheels size! Immediately grab it and proceed to cashier. Cost only $7.90! Usually McLaren F1 model are available in those hi-end 1:43 or 1:18 model.

Here is the picture of the real thing

Here is the real deal in video! Listen to the engine and gearbox!!!
(must watch!)

Evangelion NERV Base

2010-12-02T10:37:00.004+08:00

Yes!!! I got myself a set of Evangelion NERV Base too! When it was announced by Bandai a few months ago, I said to myself I have to get this. I am a super big fans of Evangelion regarding the old school or new school Eva. They are my favorite anime ever! Best story ever told and best characters ever put on an animation. Those who never watch, I suggest you get out of your hole and watch it. Both 90s version and the current version. Get ready to be blown away!

Evangelion NERV Base

Consist of 5 sets where you combined all to become the pyramid style NERV Base. The Base is where they communicate with the outside world and also with the pilot that piloted the Evangelion. NERV Base is commanded by Gendou Shinji who is the father of the protagonist Ikari Shinji.

Here are the studio shot of the NERV Base

*Sorry reader, I may have no plan to open them that soon so this two pictures will do!

World Smallest Gundam

2010-11-16T21:00:00.000+08:00

A very good friend of mine bought this for me when he was visiting Singapore recently. I always wanted this but it is very hard to get as it is only available in Japan. I think you get this for free when you purchased a Cup Noodle. Check it out!

No plan to have it assembled. Will just keep it that way for collection purposes.

G3 Trailer

2010-10-31T13:15:00.000+08:00

Alright! Another Transformers Optimus Prime G3 Trailer added into my collection! This is third party company item, meaning it's not official Hasbro nor TakaraTomy product. If I am correct this item is manufactured in HK by Parallax(?) I bought it on a Hobby Online store for around BND$100++.

Optimus Prime is my all time favorite Transformer character and anything to do with him, I will not let it go pass by. This Trailer will fit my Henkei Transformer Optimus Prime or Convoy (C-01). The item is pretty high in quality. Comes with all the accessories. Check it out!

Different weapons for Optimus Prime disposal

Carrier connecting the Optimus Prime in truck mode and the trailer

The trailer can transformed into a Battle Station just like the G1 version

Soon, I will have them "mated"

Here is the picture of the final product

TakaraTomy Alternity Ultra Magnus

2010-10-23T15:25:00.000+08:00

Finally I got hold of the latest Alternity Ultra Magnus form TakaraTomy. He take in the form of Nissan GTR35. This one is a bit different from the rest of the Alternity. Instead of the usual transparent plastic cover, this one uses paper back cover. Pretty neat for a limited item. Check it out.

Oh yes, only the Japan version will come with this free Transformer Comic translated in both Japanese and English.

HotWheels Speed Machine

2010-10-20T21:23:00.000+08:00

This will be my final post for my 1:64 Porsche models collection. This is HotWheels Speed Machine, a higher end car model brand from HotWheels. Check it out!

Porsche Cayman S

Porsche Carrera GT

Porsche 911 GT-1

HotWheels Porsche

2010-10-16T13:19:00.000+08:00

More Porsche models! These two shown here are from HotWheels and I ordered them online.

This is Porsche 959. One of the supercar from Porsche during the 80s. This one here is Valentine's version from Hotwheels

Another great supercar from Porsche, the Carrera GT

Maisto Porsche

2010-10-13T16:18:00.000+08:00

More posts for Porsche models! Here are two models from Maisto. Check it out

Porsche 356. The detail and quality is not as good as the other brand that I had collected but for $2.50 I am not complaining....

NFS Maisto Porsche 911 Turbo! I missed out on this one when HuaHo first released and I thought I will never be able to get it, and that was last year! This year when I visited Manggis HuaHo I found out they restock this model again. Without question I just snapped the model.

*The next few posts will concentrate more on my Porsche 1:64 models!

Matchbox Porsche

2010-10-12T13:15:00.000+08:00

I had been collecting lots of car model from Porsche ever since I got my car this year in January. I can't get enough of their brand power. Here and next few posts I will be concentrating a lot of their small or large scale models.

Here are some 1:63 models from Matchbox

Porsche 911 GT3

997 Porsche 911 Cabriolet

Porsche 914 (Budget Porsche during the 70s)

Cars from Disney

2010-10-08T13:38:00.001+08:00

Just acquired this when I was in Miri a few weeks ago. This is another character from the hit cartoon CARS from Disney Pixar. I had always collect all the CARS character ever since it were introduced together with the movie but recently my mood had already die down a bit on them.

This character here is called Antonio Velloce Eccellente and if I can recall he is the one that appeared in the cartoon together with Ferrari F430 Michael Schumacher near the ending of the show (correct me if I am wrong!). Antonio itself is Maserati Quattroporte. One of the model from Maserati. Those who doesn't know, Maserati is owned by Ferrari.

These are not cheap compare to HOTWHEELS, but they are very detailed!

This particular model come with "moving" eye. Personal opinion, I would preferred the decal eye as it is more realistic.

Here is the actual Maserati Quattroporte
Quattroporte in Italian means "Four Doors"

Pt.2 - 1/48 Gundam RX-78-2 Megasize

2010-10-07T13:40:00.001+08:00

Continuation of my 1/48 Gundam Megasize RX78-2. I managed to get a few more body parts assembled. But I did find the parts a bit too plain so ordered a few markers and pencil for those extra effect lining.

The kit again is one of the easiest kit I ever built

The kit is now currently put on hold as I am waiting for both marker and pencil lining before I proceed further.....

Pt.1 - 1/48 Gundam RX-78-2 Megasize

2010-09-30T13:43:00.000+08:00

Had this in my room for quite sometime, it is also the first time I start to assemble Gunpla kit in almost 5 years. I want his kit because of the size once its assembled. It is 1/48 in scale and will stand about 37cm tall. RX-78-2 is my all time favorite Gundam after Strike and Freedom. This kit is very simple and very easy to build. It only took me less then half an hour to assemble the leg sections. Check it out below.

Very huge box!

I always like my stuff neatly packed inside the box, sometime it is so neat I don't feel like assembling them....

The kit also come with a clipper for easy detachment of parts

This is the 15mins work of my precious time

In less then 30mins, I completed both legs and now awaiting it lining....

A very simple and easy build, highly recommended for amateur. If you are PG(Perfect Grade) fans, then I think this kit is peanut for you.

Robot Damashii Den'An Gel

2010-09-24T17:15:00.000+08:00

I was never a fan of action figure Gundam. I prefer to assemble them myself but when Bandai released this Den'An Gel from the F91 animation I immediately ordered one!

This is Robot Damashi, another fine product by Bandai. This is my very first Robot Damashii and I am so impressed with this one I ordered a few more! The articulations and joints is very impressive. Details and coloring is always Bandai top priority so this model doesn't miss it either. Check out the pictures below.

Macross Zero VF-OS

2010-09-16T13:55:00.000+08:00

Alright!!! Finally VF-0S from Macross Zero is in my possession. This item had been in my dream lists ever since I watched the OVA Series. This is just some pictures but will do a full review soon. My hands are quite tight now as we are expecting our new born baby soon~

Austin Power Figures

2010-09-13T20:06:00.000+08:00

I received this item from Brisbane last month from my family. I didn't even remember that I even bid this item on eBay. Anyway, this is figure from MEZ-ITZ, and they are characters from one of my favorite movie Austin Powers. The item consists of Mr.Austin Powers himself, Dr.Evil and Mini-Me. Mei-Itz is an American company, their range is similar to Be@rBrick but I think Be@rbrick has much better quality. Check it out

The Simpsons 2Oth Anniversary Collector Sets

2010-09-06T22:00:00.000+08:00

More Simpsons figurines from TPF. I actually already completed collecting the whole set last year. The reason I acquired this set is because it comes with the Limited Edition Figurine. If I can recall the set cost about BND$40-$50. I bought this in Perth, Western Australia.

Exclusive Plopper The Pampered Pig a.k.a Spider Pig!

Hatsune Miku VN02

2010-09-03T12:38:00.004+08:00

This is my second Hatsune Miku from Vocaloid. I have no idea who she is or what she does. LOL. I just know that every hobby maker in Japan is trying to get a piece of her in either action figures or PVC. This one here is from Max Factory and its called Hatsune Miku VN02. I had been waiting for her for almost 6 months! Finally I got hold of her and I only got one word to summarise the PVC figure, "Breathtaking". I will let the pictures do the talking.

Now VN02 will join my new shelf with my Konig Monster

RUF Collections

2010-08-12T21:05:00.000+08:00

Siku Porsche 911

2010-08-10T08:58:00.000+08:00

I am an avid 1:64 collectors for quite sometime and never heard of SIKU brand before. I came across this brand when I was in HK International Airport. I was scouting for some hobby stuff and this little green Porsche caught my eye! As a hardcore fans of Porsche, immediately put it in my basket and check out at cashier. The item is HKD45.00 which converted to almost BND$10.00!!! Its not cheap but to me its kinda rare so I just bought it anyway.

The vehicle is a Porsche 911 (997), not only the colour caught my attention, the car itself caught my attention too. It is a 911 that has a full Porsche Cup bodykit fitted! Quite rare for a scale 1:64 Porsche 911.

Ruf CTR3

2010-08-03T09:23:00.000+08:00

This is RUF CTR3, the third generation supercars after CTR1 and CTR3. This mini model is from the same batch of goodies that I received last month. OK, less words and more pictures below!

Ren & Stimpy

2010-08-01T09:37:00.000+08:00

Happy Happy Joy Joy! This is one of my favorite cartoon in the 90s. I was in my early teen when I first watched this crazy insane cartoons. I believe it still showing in Cartoon Network or some other channel in Astro. Anyway this is Medicom Kubrick (again!).

Here are some details from Wikipedia

Ren is an asthma hound chihuahua. He is "scrawny," "dyspeptic", and "violently psychotic", whereas Stimpy is a three year old,fat, untailed, red and white Manx cat with a blue nose, purple eyelids, human-style buttocks, and flat feet.

I think this costume is from one of their episode with the said title

Ren on the left and Stimpy on the right

Transformers MasterPiece Starscream Ghost Ver.

2010-07-30T09:20:00.000+08:00

Its has been a while I post about Transformers. This is MP03G MasterPiece Starscream Ghost Ver from TakaraTomy. I received this last week with July Shipment from CH-Toynation. These are ultimate collectors item from Japan! There is a similar version from HongKong but this one comes with a Transformer Comic book that is available only in Japan version!

Decepticon Starscream in Ghost skin!

This item is so cool when I opened it. Really jaw dropping details and colors. The whole robot is fully made of plastic.

Here is the comic book that comes with it....

Will probably transform it to robot mod when I display it in the future!

Tomica Nissan 370Z

2010-07-28T08:59:00.001+08:00

Just acquired this new released Tomica Nissan 370z. Did some background with Majorette Car Showroom that I bought recently.

Medicom Mad Hatter & Cheshire Cat

2010-07-25T21:16:00.001+08:00

Another Medicom Kubrick & Bearbrick in my collection. These is Mad Hatter & Cheshire Cat from the recent film Alice in Wonderland. One of my favorite film from actor Johnny Depp! Seriously, this item is not cheap consider the size, the package only consists of just two little tiny action figures.

Ruf CTR1 & Ruf CTR2

2010-07-24T09:00:00.002+08:00

Remember I received some goodies from Downunder last month? I promised I will do a review and here it is. Those who are into Porsche will know the infamous tuning company from Germany called RUF. They specialised only in tuning Porsche. Here are two of the seven mini RUF car models that I bought online.

RUF CTR1(Yellow) and CTR2(Silver)

RUF CTR1 weight only 1,150 kg. It can sprint from 0-60 mph in 3.7 seconds, 0-100 mph in 7.3 seconds, 0-125 mph in 11.4 seconds and a top speed of 212 mph (341 km/h). Please bear in mind that all the figures was recorded in the late 80s. Sub 3sec supercar is not as common as now at that time.

RUF actually made 29 CTR1, the rest were just conversion from customer own cars.

Launched around 1996, RUF CTR2 was based on Type 993 Generation 911. It weight only 1,380 kg. Sprint from 0-60 mph in 3.8 seconds, 0-100 mph in 7.8 seconds, 0-125 mph in 11.5 seconds and a top speed of 215 mph (346 km/h).

RUF CTR2 cost USD$315,000 when new, at todays exchange rates it cost BND$440,000 in 1996....

Majorette - Car Showroom

2010-07-22T08:54:00.001+08:00

I bought this recently at a local department store. I want to use this as a background for my future 1:64 photography. Check it out!

It cost only BND$16~

There are a few more types to choose but I personally prefer the Car showroom

It comes with accessories very identical to Tomica, too bad they are not sharable

The building is made of light plastic with nicely painted effect to stimulate a proper car showroom

Here is the free Mercedes Benz A Class that comes with the set

Disney Hybrid Metal Figuration #001 Mickey Mouse

2010-07-20T09:00:00.000+08:00

This is Hybrid Metal Figuration #001 from Disney. Mickey Mouse is one of my favorite character in Disney. He is also the most recognisable character in the cartoon industry. I have a few of his figures but this one tops it all.

Authentic Disney label on bottom right hand corner

Mickey Mouse comes with 4 extra hands and an added bonus, X'mas head

Articulation from shoulder to hand and leg to toe!

Check out the black, so glossy...haha

Thank you for reading!

HotWheels Random

2010-07-17T09:56:00.001+08:00

Kyosho Porsche

2010-07-02T11:54:00.003+08:00

Just received this from an online store recently, these were offer at a discounted prices. Both items are from Kyosho and of course they are Porsche car models. LOL

They are 1:64 in scale and as expected from Kyosho, detailing and quality are top notch.

Porsche 911 GT1 - Kevlar Ver. (Yellow)

Porsche 911 GT1 - Road Ver. (Silver)

New Stuffs from Down Under!!!

2010-06-24T11:31:00.003+08:00

I had been shopping online lately and purchased quite a few stuffs and had it sent to my home in Perth, Australia.

Recently I just received some of my orders from my family who just returned back from Perth! Check it out!

The Parcel from Australian Express Post

The Contents

Yeap, its Porsche car models but it's not just any Porsche car models....

....these are models from Japan. More review on this product very soon....

Another item I received is this cool 2010 Ghostbuster ECTO-1

Guess how much I paid for this item? $19.00!!!! Sigh.... I thought I couldn't find this in Brunei! Recently a friend of mine mentioned to me that a store in Athirah Plaza is selling it for $5.50.....

Ecto-1 is a must collect item for 2010 HotWheels Collections.... I have to admit that I was too desperate for this item and end up paying the premium for item that cost less then $3.00....