I'm affraid i'm getting the bug:
Just started my collection and have decided to collect as many of the championship winning bikes from GP, WSB & BSB. Maybe a test bike or two also :D
Just bought two 1:12 scale bikes: a 2001 996 Bayliss #21 (not imola) for £35 and a 2001 Rossi NSR #46 Mugello special £75. After some investigation I thought these were ok prices championship winning. Also got a reynolds 2004 gixxer on pre-order.
Also I just got a Swap Meet email (below) that might be of interest to fellow enthusiasts. I've also been wondering what might be very collectable in years to come. I see minichamps are going to do a fast freddie & wayne gardiner rep with limited numbers. Also the Rocket III, which is not my cup of tea, I was wondering if that might be sought after in the future.
I wondering if I should try and find a sado forum for minichamp bike collectors (or start one)
DIECAST MODEL & TOY CLEARANCE SALE 
2 nd & 3 rd July 2005 
  
Lambley Village Hall, Catfoot Lane , 
Lambley, Nottinghamshire. 
  
1000’s of Diecast Models. 
  
Formula 1, Rally, GT & Road cars - Moto GP, WSB, BSB & Road bikes 
Military vehicles, aircraft & figures - Aeroplane & helicopters 
Emergency Vehicles, Commercial trucks & vans - TV & Film Related models 
James Bond Cars – Dolls, Barbie, Disney, Toys, Games & books 
Display cases & turntables – Hornby 'O', Dublo & modern Model Railways 
  
Valentino Rossi Honda & Yamaha Moto GP bikes & Rally cars. 
Michael Schumacher F1 cars – Barry Sheene 1975 Suzuki GP bike 
Formula 1 cars signed by the drivers - Thunderbirds & Space 1999 Models 
Evo, Impreza & Skyline cars – New Ford Sierra RS Cosworth models 
  
Corgi – ERTL – Minichamps   - UT – Mattel Hot Wheels – EFE - Forces of Valor –KYOSHO - Franklin Mint Armour Collection – HORNBY – Scalextric – ONYX – Vitesse – AUTO ART – Solido – EXOTO – Trofeu – GMP – Action Racing etc, etc. 
  
Extra Discounts on the days of the sale. 
  
Free Admission - Light Refreshments - Free Parking 
  
Opening times, Saturday 2 nd July 11am – 4pm & Sunday 3 rd July 10am - 3.30pm 
SWAPMEET MODELS 
If you require further details please contact us. 
Telephone & Fax:- 0115 9313075    Mobile Telephone:- 07974 419805 
WEB SITE:- www.swapmeet-models.co.uk    E-Mail Address:- info@swapmeet-models.co.uk 
Church Farm, 24 Church Street , Lambley, Nottingham , NG4 4QB . 
  
Just a few Special Offers and New Arrivals this week....... 
  
MINICHAMPS 
  
Minichamps 1:12th scale Diecast Model Motorcycle 
 P760007 
 Suzuki XRR 14, blue/white, KING, racing no.7, Barry Sheene, 500cc GRAND PRIX 1975, NOW IN STOCK AND MINICHAMPS HAVE REDUCED THE PRICE - ALL orders will be charged at the lower price. 
   
 38.99 
 
Minichamps 1:12th scale Diecast Model Motorcycle 
 P781212 
 Ducati 900ss, red/green/white, racing no.12, Mike Hailwood, Isle of Man TT 1978, Special Presentation box – NOW BACK IN STOCK 
   
 46.99 
 
Minichamps 1:12 th scale Diecast Motorcycle 
 122 133400 
 Triumph Rocket III, black/chrome, 2300cc, 2004, Special Presentation box, NOW IN STOCK 
   
  £44.99 
 
Minichamps 1:12th scale Diecast Model Motorcycle 
 P037196 
 Honda RC211V, Repsol Honda Team, racing no.46, Valentino Rossi, ( Valencia ) Special Austin Powers Decoration, Moto GP 2003, Limited Edition. NEW RELEASE DUE JUNE 2005 – VERY FEW REMAINING OUT OF OUR ALLOCATION - ORDERS TAKEN NOW TO GUARANTEE DELIVERY. 
   
 39.99 
 
Minichamps 1:6th scale diecast Motorcycle 
 PG037103 
 Honda RC211v, yellow/blue, racing no.3, Max Biaggi, Team Camel Pramac Pons, MotoGP 2003, – Due soon   - orders taken now. 
  62.99 
 
Minichamps 1:6th scale diecast Motorcycle 
 PG037115 
 Honda RC211v,   blue, racing no.15, Sete Gibernau, Telefonica Movistar Honda Gresini, Moto GP 2003, – Due soon   - orders taken now. 
  62.99 
 
Minichamps 1:6th scale diecast Motorcycle 
 PG037146 
 Honda RC211v, orange/blue, REPSOL, racing no.46, Valentino Rossi, Repsol   Honda Team, Moto GP 2003, – Due soon   - orders taken now. 
  62.99 
 
Minichamps 1:6th scale diecast Motorcycle 
 PG037196 
 Honda RC211V, Repsol Honda Team, racing no.46, Valentino Rossi, Special Austin Powers Decoration, Due June - ORDERS TAKEN NOW. 
 JUNE 2005  62.99 
 
Minichamps 1:6th scale diecast Motorcycle 
 PG991211 
 Ducati 996 Superbike, red, racing no.1, Carl Fogarty, World Superbike Champion 1999, – Due soon   - orders taken now. 
  62.99
Ziggi, I caught the bug some 4-5 weeks ago, I now have 35 of them. Altogether they look great in the cabinet. You will end up spending lots of money on them. Minichamps are the ones to go for.
with the Barry Sheene, you can get that on ebay for £35.00.
[Edited on 22-5-2005 by adam]
minichamps are the only ones i've been looking at. 35 in 5 weeks - that's serious money. I think i will take my time.
I can slow down now that I have collected the Main bunch. There will be additions as time goes on.
you'll never slow down adam
ziggi stick to 1:12 scale the 1:6 are a bit tacky and not as detailed imo 
ive been on swapmeet myself and will have a more thorough look at it later when i get chance
this is the new minichamps forum i think, at least for ducati enthusiasts it is :D:D:D:D
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