Disney Pixar Cars - Toys R Us, Comic-Con and Kmart Collectors Days UPDATE

Yesterday was certainly a "Teaser!" I'd like to have broken some major news for you about Toys R Us today, but couldn't just yet. The news I want to share was confirmed by my sources today. We are waiting to be sure we don't step on any corporate toes before sharing it with you. I can only tell you it appears to be big news!

The Comic-Con news I will have for you should be on track for the middle of next week, and you are going to love it! Just waiting on China. So, don't expect anything else until I post what should wow you then!

Finally, I'm waiting on an OK to share the news I have for you about the Kmart Collectors Days. This is cool news, but the least earth quaking of the three. Matter of fact, I hope to have it for you tomorrow. One person needs to simply give a thumbs up. You would think they'd know how much buzz we bloggers give them?!

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Disney Pixar Cars - Toys R Us, Comic-Con and Kmart Collectors Days

Today, I waited and waited for the green light to report some super cool things to you all, but unfortunately, I got stuck at a long red light. So, I'm simply going to tease you by saying that I will eventually tell you some potentially incredible news about Toys R Us! I'm waiting for some verification about the news. I may be able to discuss this story in the next few days.

I'll also tell you I should have some super stuff for you about Comic-Con! China is a bit behind on Mattel's Comic-Con exclusive. I expect to have some very nice things for you by the middle, to the end of next week.

Finally, I will have something for you about the Kmart Collectors Days! It is something good, but something you can't buy. What could it be?! You'll have to wonder and wait to find out!

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Disney Pixar Cars - The Not Gonna Do It Gask-its Toys R Us Promo

We've been on many a goose chase. The infamous Walmart Pallet Drop in October, then November, then December! Now, people have been looking for a Gask-its promotion at Toys R Us that hasn't materialized. Why? Well, sit back and I'll tell you...

Sidewall Shine was a winner, but TRU reportedly has 9000
N2O Cola Cars parked in their warehouse waiting for a home!

I heard "Unofficially" from my undercover janitors deep inside the offices of Mattel, that Toys R Us still has 9000 N2O Colas left from the most recent 5 for 1 promotion! Additionally, I heard that fulfillment was a mess. Remember how many of you received Hot Wheels cars by mistake? Thus, the promotion was a bust! A disappointment! A fail-you-r to say the least!! With this in mind, any idea of doing another promotion with Gask-its is off the table.

So, I wouldn't expect to see any new 5 for 1 promotions for a while. I know a number of people were not happy to see that Mattel would be releasing an N2O Launcher. Can't say I disagree, but I can say that these promo cars were never marketed as "Exclusive" in any way.

You can count on me to bring you any news as it breaks.

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Disney Pixar Cars - Preview of Revolting and N2O Launchers

Let's start the week off with a bang! Here's a look at two New Launchers that will be coming out some day! I've got Re-Volting and N2O for you today...

Re-Volting Rebuilt Alternators are sold in
finer Alternator Valley auto parts stores


N2O Cola's fizz gives any car a turbo punch!

If you're like me, you haven't been collecting the launchers. Did you know however, that the idea of the launchers is to be able to reproduce all of pit row? So, even though you may have most of the Cars, you may want to start getting the launchers so you can have a complete set.

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Disney Pixar Cars - Tractor Tip n We Go

Did you ever see this bigger version of the Tractor? The Tractors are muy popular! For a second day, Alternator Valley fan Tim, provided these great pics for all to see...

Well son, remember to run fast when Frank is mad


The Tractor looks like he's die cast! Dadgum, I'd say so too!

This Tractor is definitely a 1:24th Scale. He was available at the Disney Store and is die cast. We know they tip over when someone scares them while they're asleep. What else can these darn critters do?!

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Disney Pixar Cars - Mater 1:24th Disney Store vs. Mater 1:24th MattyCollector

If you didn't realize it, Mattel previously released a Lightning McQueen and Mater in the 1:24th Scale. They were originally released a few years ago at the Disney Store and locations such as The World of Disney at the theme parks. They sold for $19.99 and were only available for a short time. Once again, Alternator Valley reader Tim, has contributed some fine pictures of his Mater in 1:24th Scale from the Disney Store for us to compare.

Mater (Disney Store) looks pretty good for $19.99


Mater (Matty) reveals treaded tires, more detail and deco


Mater's (Disney Store) detail looks well done

This New Mater (Matty) is far more detailed

It is interesting to take a side by side look! The NEW Mater has much more deco and detail. Martin Arriola from Mattel's design team told me this previous Mater can't compare to this new Mater. I hope not, as the NEW Mater will run you $50.00 instead of $19.00! Again, Mater is expected to come with a dust cover made of chipboard with full color printing, and will be shipped in a corrugated shipper. There's no release info. We all know how "reliable" MattyCollector.com has been. Only time will reveal what Matty has in his big ole head!

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Disney Pixar Cars - Mater and Ramone 1:24th Scale Special Preview

What better way to end the week, than with another Special Preview! Today, I have both Mater and Ramone in the 1:24th scale and they're terrific! These are "First Looks," and are not the final designs. Here you go...

Mater has far more detail than the previous 1:24th release


Mater will sit on a stand with no acrylic cover due to cost


Ramone in 1:24th Scale, High 'n' Low Ramone
unfinished and Purple Ramone both in 1:55th Scale


Ramone in 1:24th is poseable and done in
VUM (Vacuumized Metallizing)

These are very cool! Mater has much more deco and detail. I was told the previous Mater done in 1:24th can't compare to this new Mater. You've got to love the fact that you can pose Ramone's hydraulic lifts! They are expected to come with a dust cover made of chipboard with full color printing, and shipped in a corrugate shipper. I don't have any release dates for you yet.

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Disney Pixar Cars - Mater The Greater Barney Stormin' and Sidewall Shine Hauler Preview

Good things are always turning up here at Alternator Valley. You never know what tomorrow will bring! Today my friends, I have another Special Preview for you! You get to see the First pictures of Barney Stormin' all decked out in Red, White and Blue from "Mater The Greater!" You also get to see the Sidewall Shine Hauler in all his glory! So, let's get to the photos...

Barney looks cool in his Red, White and Blue!


Barney Stormin' to Control Tower, I'm ready for Take Off!


Barney can do Barrel Rolls with the Greatest of Ease!

I previewed a number of superb "Mater The Greater" prototypes a week or so ago. Barney is just the latest in the "Mater The Greater" group, and looks as incredible as the others! He'll be in the 1:55th Scale and likely fly into the stores this fall.

Sidewall Shine parks with his Hauler to meet his fans!

That Big Ole tire sure shines in your eyes!

The Sidewall Shine Hauler is expected to be released on October 1, 2009. As you know, this could change and I will update you if this occurs. For those of you who have superb vision, Sidewall Shine's eyes are the new lenticular design. They were photoshopped to make them look normal for the photo above. Pretty sweet stuff today!

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Disney Pixar Cars - John Lasseter Series Case and Car 1:55th Preview

I told you I'd have some great photos for you today, and thanks to Martin, you get to preview the John Lasseter Signature Series Car and Case in the 1:55th scale! This very well may be the final design, but some additional changes may be done before it goes to production. So, here it is for your viewing pleasure...

Lightning sits on raised posts like a beauty on a pedestal!


A view from the top on a sunny day!


Kinda looks like the Sheriff on the lift at Doc's!


The clear bottom is made to look at Lightning's chassis!


Acrylic can make a simple thing look quite elegant!


The Cars logo, Character Name & John Lasseter's signature!

• Remember, only the 1:55th Cars will come in this type of case. Here's a unique piece of info for you real collectors...both the body is die cast and the chassis is die cast, terming this a die cast, die cast. So, expect this baby to be heavy!
  

• This is the FIRST time the chassis of a car will be painted in such detail, thus the clear case for you to view the fine workmanship. Hot Wheels has never even done this!
  

• Also, don't forget the cool Soft Shore PVC Real Rubber-Like Tires with Tread Pattern. Pixar wanted Lightning on the treaded pattern for authenticity. Realize that he was only on slicks in two races, which accounted for a very short time on film. The fact is, most of Lightning's time spent on camera was during the time he was in Radiator Springs wearing treaded tires.

• Finally, this case is stackable, and you may eventually see this type of case for the 1:24th size. I've been told it will all depend on how well the 1:24th's sell.

This FIRST piece is expected to be released on MattyCollector.com on April 15, 2009. It is expected to retail for $20.00 and be a Limited Edition of 10,000. It will be available to our International Friends/Collectors! It will come to you in a white cardboard shipper and make your day when you open it!

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