Pocket Classics of the UK lovingly creates a variety of miniature gas-powered custom classic cars for both children ages 10+ as well as adults. Each toy car is lovingly handmade, taking in excess of 450 hours to craft. They offer several models (Cobra, The California, DB5, XK120 and DS) or can build your personalized car to any specifications that you wish.
These toys, if you can call them 'toys,' are 100% serviceable, and virtually indestructible. With composite bodies and chassis, they will literally last for generations. All the mechanics are over-engineered to ensure durability.
The Cobra
The Cobra is a tribute to Carroll Shelby’s masterpiece. Suitable for ages 10 all the way up to large adults.
Miniature Cobra Specs:
• 110cc 4 stroke air-cooled petrol engine
• Top speed 46mph+ (can be limited)
• Semi-automatic gearbox: 3 speed forward and reverse
• 4 wheel independent suspension with coilovers
• Twin front and single rear hydraulic Brembo disc brakes
• Electric start, lights, horn, indicators
Price: £7,995 + local taxes
The California
The California is an interpretation of Italian elegance personified – one of the most beautiful cars ever made. Suitable for ages 10 all the way up to large adults.
Miniature California specs:
• 110cc 4 stroke air-cooled petrol engine
• Front engined, with rear wheel drive
• Top speed 46mph+ (can be limited)
• Semi-automatic gearbox: 3 speed forward and reverse
• 4 wheel independent coilover suspension
• Twin front and single rear hydraulic Brembo disc brakes
• Electric start, lights, horn, indicators
Price: £12,495 + local taxes
The XK120:
The XK120 is a timeless British classic from the 1940s, once the world’s fastest production car. Suitable for ages 10 all the way up to large adults.
Miniature XK120 specs:
• 110cc 4 stroke air-cooled petrol engine
• Front engined, with rear wheel drive
• Top speed 46mph+ (can be limited)
• Semi-automatic gearbox: 3 speed forward and reverse
• 4 wheel independent coilover suspension
• Twin front and single rear hydraulic Brembo disc brakes
• Electric start, lights, horn, indicators
Available soon
The DB5 and DS (coming soon):
The DB5 is the first choice of transport for the world’s most famous spy. Suitable for ages 10 all the way up to large adults.
Miniature DB5 specs:
• 110cc 4 stroke air-cooled petrol engine
• Front engined, with rear wheel drive
• Top speed 46mph+ (can be limited)
• Semi-automatic gearbox: 3 speed forward and reverse
• 4 wheel independent coilover suspension
• Twin front and single rear hydraulic Brembo disc brakes
• Electric start, lights, horn, indicators
Price upon inquiry
The DS is their tribute to the French beauty designed by a sculptor and an aircraft engineer – decades ahead of its time. Suitable for ages 10 all the way up to large adults.
Miniature DS specs:
• 110cc 4 stroke air-cooled petrol engine
• Front engined, with rear wheel drive
• Top speed 46mph+ (can be limited)
• Semi-automatic gearbox: 3 speed forward and reverse
• 4 wheel independent coilover suspension
• Twin front and single rear hydraulic Brembo disc brakes
• Electric start, lights, horn, indicators
Available soon
The chassis and brake system:
The cars in action:
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Check out Pocket Classics for more information, prices and ordering.
