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For events news see page 79august 2019 | http://www.modelcollector.com 31AUTOCULTCORGI MODELSTales of the unexpected
BOTH MOTORSPORT ENTHUSIASTS and those who collect on an
early automotive theme will be interested to learn that
AutoCult has modelled the Ford Model A that Juan Manuel
Fangio borrowed from a local taxi driver in order to compete
in his first ever race – the 1934 Argentinian Benitio Juarez.
Despite a number of (unagreed with owner) modifications to
the car, Fangio failed to finish the race due to engine failure.
Had it not been for the fact that he would go on to become one of the greatest racing drivers
of all time, the car would no doubt would have been long forgotten, but instead it is today
exhibited in the museum ‘Museo Juan-Manuel Fangio’ in Buenos Aires.
Equally fascinating is AutoCult’s replica of the little-known Israeli-built Sabra Sport Roadster (Ref. ATC 05027).
The Sabra Sport Roadster was the work of Itzhak Shubinski, who in 1957 founded the Autocars Company Ltd. Shubinski entered
into an agreement with the British car manufacturer Reliant. Components were shipped over from the UK and assembled in
Autocar’s factory in Haifa. A prototype was exhibited at the 1961 New York Auto Show and the little roadster was put into
production in the summer of the same year. Sadly, however,
it never really took off and by 1968, after only 171 cars had
rolled off the line, all further production ceased. Priced at £93.99.
These handbuilt resin models are priced at £93.99 each,
and, as with all AutoCult models, production has been limited
to 333 pieces.See ads or call UK distributor John Ayrey Diecast Ltd on
01274 594119 for stockist advice.Got to have it?
UP FOR GRABS in this month’s prize draw are three fantastic
new 1:76 scale Oxford Omnibus releases: the first two outings
for the newly tooled Duple Commander Mk II(liveried for
Southdown – as above, and Grey Cars (see p. 19) and the
Bristol MW6G finished as it served Thames Valley (see p. 21).
To be in with a chance of winning, all you have to do is complete
the entry form below, and return it to: Oxford Omnibus Prize Draw,
Model Collector, MyTimeMedia Ltd, Eden House, Enterprise Way,
Edenbridge, Kent TN8 6HF. Please note, all entries must be
received by the closing date of August 23, 2019.
A must for any Fangio-themed collection:
AutoCult’s 1:43 representation of the
Ford Model A a young Fangio borrowed
from a local taxi driver and modified in
order to compete in his ever race.The Israeli built Sabra Sport Roadster
modelled in 1:43 by AutoCult.See ads or call Hornby Hobbies
on 01843 233512Got to have it?
TERMS & CONDITIONS
Entry is open to all UK residents with a permanent UK address, with the exception of employees
(and their families) of MyTimeMedia Ltd, its printers and agents, and any other companies
associated with the competition. Winners must be aged 18 or over. Only one entry per
household is permissible. No responsibility can be accepted for entries lost, damaged or
delayed in the post. Winners will be notifi ed by post. Prizes are not transferable to another indi-
vidual and no cash or other alternatives will be off ered. The promoters reserve the right
to amend or alter the terms of the competitions. The winner will be chosen from all correct
entries received by the closing date specifi ed. Please note that data will be managed in
compliance with GDPR law. Our privacy policy can be found at http://www.mytimemedia.co.uk/
privacy. The decision of the judges is fi nal and no correspondence will be entered into.OXFORD OMNIBUS PRIZE DRAW
Name:Address:Postcode:Tel No:Email:OXFORD OMNIBUS
WIN PRIZE DRAW1:43 scale 1970s’ Ford Transit Mk 1
(Ref. CC 02725), RRP £24.991:43 scale 1960s’ VW Camper
(Ref. CC 02733), RRP £24.991:43 scale 1960s’ VW Camper
(Ref. CC 02732), RRP £24.991:36 scale Christmas London Bus
(Reg. GS8 2331), RRP £16.99Fit the box Stearman
(Ref. GS9 9727), RRP £12.991:36 scale London Bus (Ref. GS8 2332),
RRP £16.99NEW COCA-COLA
SERIES
CORGI HAS ANNOUNCED it will be
launching a new Coca-Cola
liveried series of models. First
releases, for which pre-orders
are now being taken, are
scheduled for the final quarter
of 2019, will be as follows...