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In addition to collecting New Beetle toys and goodies, I also have collected a number of other toys in the last while. Be careful, it's contagious! Below are pictures of other off-topic toys. ENJOY!!

From Franklin Mint is this highly-detailed Divco milk truck and milk crates. I always loved the shape of these trucks, especially the "face".

This model came out about 25 years ago, by DeHane. The toy, in 1:55 scale, is of a Labatt's Streamliner, and was made in 1986 for Expo '86 in Vancouver. Beer advertising was prohibited in Canada and the Labatts Company needed public attention.Through the White Motor Company, Labatt's commissioned Alexis de Sakhnoffsky to conceive a tractor-trailer that would both haul huge loads and serve as a travelling billboard. He designed four Streamliners, each one better than the last. The l947 Streamliner's curved corners and horizontal lines were impressive. The vehicles moved beer across Ontario until l955, when Labatt's sold off its Streamliner fleet and brought an end to an era. One of the trucks has been painstakingly restored about 10 years ago, and occasionally shows up at car shows. I love the art deco styling. This very rare model is approximately 8 inches long.

This model of the Labatt's Streamliner beer truck was issued in 2002 by a local company (DMP Studios) in Burlington, Ontario; only 1,400 made. Model is about 12 inches long and is detailed better than the DeHane.

These quickly sold out, and are also very collectible, as is the DeHane model.

YES, I do have one for sale... never been out of its box! Please contact me for further info... howiez@cogeco.ca

I always thought that the original VW Microbus was a neat vehicle. Franklin Mint made this multi-window, highly-detailed version. Now it's displayed along with the Old Beetle Convertible toys (below), also from Franklin Mint.

Another fabulous item by Franklin Mint is this Airstream trailer. It has an awning that opens and closes, screen door that is made with actual screen material, curtains, a working winch, and fridge, stove, and washroom. Just like the real thing! These are very scarce and command about $500 US on ebay.

From Danbury Mint is this very detailed Zamboni. It has levers, auger, brush pieces that move. Engine detail shows all kinds of hydraulic hoses and things, just like the real machine.

Lisa Herr from our caravan to Roswell every year; such an inspiration!

In August '08, in north Toronto, a propane yard explodes, emptying a neighbourhood and closing North America's busiest highway, the 401, around the area. You will probably never see this highway this empty again (taken from the traffic cameras).

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	\| home Photo page \| Stoneguard Page \| Catalog of New Beetle Changes \| Favourite Links \| Work in Progress \| My Toy Page \| Toys in Detail \| Oreo the Greyhound Dog \| More Toys in Detail \| Miscellaneous \| Roswell 2003 and 2011 In addition to collecting New Beetle toys and goodies, I also have collected a number of other toys in the last while. Be careful, it's contagious! Below are pictures of other off-topic toys. ENJOY!! From Franklin Mint is this highly-detailed Divco milk truck and milk crates. I always loved the shape of these trucks, especially the "face". This model came out about 25 years ago, by DeHane. The toy, in 1:55 scale, is of a Labatt's Streamliner, and was made in 1986 for Expo '86 in Vancouver. Beer advertising was prohibited in Canada and the Labatts Company needed public attention.Through the White Motor Company, Labatt's commissioned Alexis de Sakhnoffsky to conceive a tractor-trailer that would both haul huge loads and serve as a travelling billboard. He designed four Streamliners, each one better than the last. The l947 Streamliner's curved corners and horizontal lines were impressive. The vehicles moved beer across Ontario until l955, when Labatt's sold off its Streamliner fleet and brought an end to an era. One of the trucks has been painstakingly restored about 10 years ago, and occasionally shows up at car shows. I love the art deco styling. This very rare model is approximately 8 inches long. This model of the Labatt's Streamliner beer truck was issued in 2002 by a local company (DMP Studios) in Burlington, Ontario; only 1,400 made. Model is about 12 inches long and is detailed better than the DeHane. These quickly sold out, and are also very collectible, as is the DeHane model. YES, I do have one for sale... never been out of its box! Please contact me for further info... howiez@cogeco.ca I always thought that the original VW Microbus was a neat vehicle. Franklin Mint made this multi-window, highly-detailed version. Now it's displayed along with the Old Beetle Convertible toys (below), also from Franklin Mint. Another fabulous item by Franklin Mint is this Airstream trailer. It has an awning that opens and closes, screen door that is made with actual screen material, curtains, a working winch, and fridge, stove, and washroom. Just like the real thing! These are very scarce and command about $500 US on ebay. From Danbury Mint is this very detailed Zamboni. It has levers, auger, brush pieces that move. Engine detail shows all kinds of hydraulic hoses and things, just like the real machine. Lisa Herr from our caravan to Roswell every year; such an inspiration! In August '08, in north Toronto, a propane yard explodes, emptying a neighbourhood and closing North America's busiest highway, the 401, around the area. You will probably never see this highway this empty again (taken from the traffic cameras). Back to Top Howie's New Beetle Web Site The largest New Beetle toy collection in Canada. Home \| Photo Page \| Stoneguard Page \| Catalog of New Beetle Changes \| Favorite Links \| Work in Progress \| My Toy Page \| Toys in Detail \| More Toys in Detail \| Miscellaneous \| Roswell 2003 \| Contact Me