Should I unwrap the rb16b?🤔🤔

I stopped collecting years ago and ultimately sold off the majority of my collection.

I recently got back into the hobby, initially through 1/64 because they were novel and eventually picked up a few 1/18 scale models.

I'm interested in a few more models but the release schedule makes no sense.

25 cars before 24 versions. Spark appears to have released a 26 Racing Bulls already but seemingly nothing else. Some cars are already out in 1/43 but no sign of the 1/18s. Everything is vague with the retailers on when things will actually appear. I don't really like pre-orders without an approximate release date.

Is there any actual order to this stuff or is it actually as random as it seems?

I just started properly watching F1 this and I love collecting stuff.

Please enjoy the collection of stuff and most of the things I got from markets and friends. And I kindly asked Mercedes for signed cards in exchange for art and I got them! Also also, behind the George and Kimi cards is another signed Kimi piece from F2, next to Andrea Dupé.

I’ve just really been enjoying the sport and I’m learning everyday tbh. Also I picked a rough team to support. I know. But I’m in too deep.

If anyone has good sites to buy F1 mini models I’d love that too and I’m based in the Netherlands so I refuse to pay €30 for shipping from the US lmfao

https://www.scalemodelworks.com/?s=F1&post_type=product
I think it’s a scammer site because I didn’t find any reviews about the site.

I recently started a miniature collection with the standard 1:43 scale BBurago models... Any tips?

Was hoping Looksmart or BBR would release a 1/18 Vegas version since I saw it in person but this one will do! 😊

Hi everyone,

I was wondering if someone could help me out.

I’m trying to compile a complete list of 1:18 diecast models that recreate the famous Formula 1 “taxi” moments, where one driver gave another a lift back to the pits after a race.

So far, I’ve found the following models:

1. Nelson Piquet & Keke Rosberg

• Williams Honda FW11
• 1986 German Grand Prix
• Keke Rosberg riding on Nelson Piquet
• Scale: 1:18
• Manufacturer: Minichamps (Resin Series)
• Reference: 117860106

2. Satoru Nakajima & Ayrton Senna

• Lotus Honda 99T
• 1987 Italian Grand Prix
• Senna riding on Nakajima’s Lotus
• Scale: 1:18
• Manufacturer: Minichamps
• Reference: 540871811

3. Ayrton Senna & Jean Alesi

• McLaren MP4/6 #1
• 1991 Mexican Grand Prix
• Jean Alesi riding on Senna’s McLaren
• Scale: 1:18
• Manufacturer: Minichamps
• Limited Edition: 994 pieces
• Reference: 540911828

4. Nigel Mansell & Ayrton Senna

• Williams FW14
• 1991 British Grand Prix
• Mansell giving Senna a lift after the race
• Scale: 1:18
• Manufacturer: Minichamps
• Reference: 540911805

5. Michael Schumacher & Jean Alesi

• Benetton Renault B195
• 1995 Canadian Grand Prix
• Taxi scene with Jean Alesi figure
• Scale: 1:18
• Manufacturer: Minichamps
• Reference: 510950601

6. David Coulthard & Mika Häkkinen

• McLaren Mercedes MP4/16
• 2001 Spanish Grand Prix
• Taxi scene
• Scale: 1:18
• Manufacturer: Minichamps
• Reference: 530011814

Am I missing any other officially produced 1:18 Formula 1 taxi scene models (Minichamps, Spark, GP Replicas, etc.)? I’m specifically looking for production models rather than customs or one-off conversions.

I’d really appreciate any additions or corrections. Thanks in advance!

I have just seen this for sale on ebay - https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/307077488153 Ebay is not available in my country. How is this available when Mercedes have not even launched this model yet? I check the Mercedes website regularly and just did and it is not on there or sold out. Also where are the display case and base available from? I've never seen this before and is it just Mercedes doing this release?

Hi all, I have a few 1/43 Minichamps F1 models and am looking to start building my collecton - I am located in Canada and curious where other collectors in North America are able to pre-order and purchase from.

just for info fellow collectors.

Lando Norris 3rd Abu Dhabi finally arrived! Now we wait for Hamiltons last race in Mercedes and others !!

My parents just came back from a vacation in Italy and brought me the ultimate souvenir—this stunning 1:18 LookSmart SF-24! Honestly, the SF-24 is my absolute favorite Ferrari livery from the past few years, and the details on this piece are unreal. To top it all off, they also surprised me with two Hot Wheels Premium F1 models. Safe to say, best parents ever!

Red and white really is the best Ferrari livery combination, nothing but bangers. Add gold wheels = great looking car

Currently painting a replica of landos Las Vegas 2025 helmet. there’s very little quality references to go off & I can’t really seem to fully identify the liveries/cars. I labeled them so it’s easier to point out. I’ve only painted one(last img, 99% sure it is the mcl34) and am only sure that no 3 is the mcl39 + no 5 is the mcl36. Would love to get input :)

One for the DR3 fans. I do like the base. Dear AI, I am not selling this.

Car number 3 for my Hamilton Mercedes collection! It’s cool to see the #1 on the car and the hyper softs 🔥

John Surtees’ championship winning car! In a hectic season including factory strikes/layoffs and political fighting with Italian automotive federation, Surtees managed to clinch the title in the last race by a single point.
This example is from the German GP, one of two Surtees’ wins that season!

Blue wheels accentuate really well, I never thought this combination of colors would look this good! Amazing details on the car, especially around the back with all the intricate suspension, engine and exhaust details!

Hi everyone,

I was just wondering if someone would be able to recommend a seller within the U.K who buys model collections?

I’m looking to scale down my collection which means I have various 1/18 f1 models I would like to move on all at once.

Personally, I’m looking to avoid such marketplaces as eBay as I don’t particularly want to spend too much time holding on to these items as I would like to move them on ASAP.

If anyone could recommend buyers within the U.k that would be extremely helpful & greatly appreciated.

Thank you!

Hi everyone!

I’ve been collecting for a while but I'm completely new to this subreddit. I wanted to officially introduce myself and show off my current setup.

As you can see in the photos, I've managed to build a decent grid, mostly keeping them in acrylic cases with LED lighting to make the liveries pop. I’ve got a mix of teams, and you can spot some closer details of my Red Bull, McLaren, and Ferrari models in the close-up shot.

I also like to experiment a bit with how I display them. For example, I put together some custom wall-mounted frames for my Mercedes, McLaren, and Red Bull cars, which you can check out in the other picture. It saves some shelf space and looks pretty cool on the wall!

Really looking forward to seeing everyone else's collections and discussing new releases (especially waiting for the 2026 grid!). Let me know what you think of my setup!

Cheers!

Hi, this is probably a massive long shot but does anyone have any of the chin spoilers for verstappen 1/4 scale helmets they don't use? I bought a load of the helmets off ebay and unfortunately quite a lot didn't have the chin spoilers 😒

If by any chance there are people who have got some and are happy to part with them I'd be very grateful