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From 1948 onward, Porsche built its identity around lightweight construction, rear-mounted air-cooled boxer engines and purposeful design. The first series-production model, the Porsche 356, was hand-built in Gmünd and, from 1950, produced in Zuffenhausen at larger scale. Remaining in production until 1965, the 356 laid the groundwork for the later 911 line. Under Ferry Porsche and designer Erwin Komenda, a compact coupé with rear-wheel drive emerged, valued for low mass, efficiency and an aerodynamically clean body. Historically, the 356 was offered as coupé, cabriolet and roadster, evolving from early Austrian cars to mature German production years.

In the same era, compact camping took off in Germany. Under the ERIBA name (Hymer), the Touring line was launched in 1957, created by Erich Bachem and Erwin Hymer. The smallest model, the Eriba Puck, used a rigid tubular frame with a pop-top roof, compact frontal area and low curb weight, making the trailer suitable for smaller passenger cars. This blend of stiffness, low weight and favourable aerodynamics made the Puck a mainstay of European camping culture. The Touring family continued to develop over subsequent years while retaining the core traits that kept it practical on secondary roads and in mountain regions.

Pairing a Porsche 356 Coupé with an Eriba Puck is historically sound: the 356 provides rear-axle traction and a transparent chassis; the Puck adds sleeping and storage with minimal impact on drivability. Period images and brand histories show that light trailers were designed for such compact cars. For collectors and blog readers interested in classics, vintage touring and automotive lifestyle, this duo symbolises efficient, stylish travel in the 1950s and 1960s, aligned with Porsche’s brand DNA and Hymer/ERIBA’s pragmatic philosophy.

That history now appears in miniature form. In 1:43 scale, Schuco Minimax issues a set featuring the Porsche 356 Coupé and Eriba Puck, finished in blue and proportioned to highlight the 356’s roofline and the Puck’s compact pop-top silhouette. The set mirrors the documented 356 story (Gmünd to Zuffenhausen) and the ERIBA Touring debut in 1957. For SEO and collection context, terms like Porsche 356, Eriba Puck, Schuco Minimax, 1:43 model car and classic coupé are key; the model factually illustrates the meeting of sporting driving tradition and practical camping solution.

The Mercedes-Benz 170 V (W136) debuted on 15 February 1936 at the International Motor and Motorcycle Show in Berlin. As the successor to the Typ 170 (W15), it became Mercedes’ best-selling passenger car before the war. The ‘V’ stands for ‘Vorn’ (engine at the front) and distinguishes the model from the contemporaneous 170 H. The first production phase ran from 1936 to 1942; in 1946 Mercedes resumed production, making the 170 V the car that restarted the company’s post-war passenger car programme.

Technically, the 170 V used the side-valve four-cylinder M136 of 1.7 litres. Output was 38 hp at around 3,400 rpm, coupled to a four-speed manual gearbox and rear-wheel drive. The body range was extensive: closed saloon, four-door cabrio-limousine, two- and four-seat cabriolet, roadster and light commercial vehicles such as van and pick-up. Produced in large numbers, the model formed the backbone of the range.

After 1946, the 170 V remained a core model. In 1949 the 170 D with OM636 diesel engine was introduced. In May 1950 improvements followed: an enlarged 1.8-litre M136, widened rear track, telescopic shock absorbers, stronger brakes and a wider interior; the boot lid also became accessible from outside. In 1952 further changes arrived (including one-piece bumpers and horizontal louvres). Production ended in August 1953, when the Ponton W120/W121 models took over; assembly also took place outside Germany, including in Buenos Aires.

For collectors, the 170 V is relevant for its combination of pre-war engineering and post-war continuity, and for its broad body style range including commercial variants. The 1:43 scale model of the 170 V is produced by Minimax for Schuco within the Pro.R32 small-series line. This version fits into collections focused on German mid-size saloons from 1936–1953 and illustrates the transition from pre-war to post-war Mercedes designs.

Bburago has announced the Ferrari 499P Hypercar that won the Le Mans 24 Hours for later this year. The Ferrari and AF-Corse car will be released in 1:18 and 1:43 scales.

The race was won with Antonio Giovinazzi, Alessandro Pier Guidi and James Calado. The Ferrari 499P Hypercar is the first Ferrari since 1965 to bring victory to Maranello.

Bburago 18-16301 | 1:18 Ferrari 499P Hypercar
Bburago 18-36312 | 1:43 Ferrari 499P Hypercar

Modelcar 1:18 & 1:43 | Scuderia Ferrari F1-75 Monza
| Charles Leclerc - | Carlos Sainz
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Modelcar 1:18 | Autoart 75065 | McLaren P1 Fire Black | Red Interior
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Modelcar 1:43 | Spark S6718 | Toyota Gazoo Yaris GR Rally1 2023 #17
|🇫🇷 Sébastien Ogier |🇫🇷 Vincent Landais

2023 Rallye Monte Carlo WINNER

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Modelcar 1:18 | Schuco 450049200 | Ford Granada Coupe Mk.1 Metallic Green 1972



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The JOTA team will start using the new Porsche 963 LMDh as HERZ JOTA in the WEC from next year. The team has indicated that it will be present in the WEC for 3 years with a competitive driver trio. Nothing has yet been said about which drivers it will be exactly

When Sergio Perez took the podium at the Mexican Grand Prix in 2021, he was the first Mexican to take the podium at his home Grand Prix. The Mexican had come to Red Bull to score points for the Red Bull Racing team in the Formula 1 World Championship. Most drivers have their favorite races and if you ask they always say Monaco and if possible their home Grand Prix.
Winning the Monaco Grand Prix will always have been a dream for Sergio, as evidenced by his emotional podium on which he did not keep it dry. A milestone that is reserved for only a select group of drivers and will always remain a dream for many