Matchbox 2014 Exotics 5-Pack

Matchbox will release variations of its models that are only available in their multi-packs. The 2014 Exotics includes a Lamborghini Miura P400S, a BMW Z8 Roadster, a Lotus Exige, a Chevy Corvette ZR1, and a Volkswagen W12 Concept. I liked every one of these, so buying this was a no-brainer.

Hot Wheels Walmart James Bond Series - Lotus Esprit S1

The final car in this 5-car series - the 1976 Lotus Esprit S1 featured in the Bond movie The Spy Who Loved Me.

James Bond's Lotus Esprit

Just returned from a trip to Liverpool and London. Wife had to go for work, and I was able to accompany her. During the flight I listened to a podcast from Plaid Stallions covering, in part, James Bond-themed toys. Now, to be honest, I'm not a huge fan of Bond. I saw Moonraker as a kid, along with A View to a Kill, and I'll watch the newer films. But I can't say I'm that familiar with the catalog. The toys, on the other hand, are pretty neat. A neighbor of mine when growing up was British, and he had some of the Corgi toys, including the Lotus Esprit. I still remember how cool it was and how imaginative it was, with the spring loaded fins and firing missiles.

I was quite surprised when Hot Wheels recently released some of the Bond cars, and I have some of them. And I was really pleased when I stumbled across some diecast cars in the pound shop in Liverpool. They are apparently a Shell premium, and as far as I can tell there are 5 in the set. First up is the Lotus Esprit.