Disney Pixar Cars - You Never Know When You'll Strike Gold

One of my readers shares his story on finding "Treasure" at a Target in Tennessee! You never know what lurks in those caves we call stockrooms!

"I read your stuff all the time! I'm a huge fan of the Disney Cars and thought I would pass along this little story today. I went to a small town, Collerville, Tennessee, and visited the Target store. I thought just maybe they had gotten in some new stuff. I looked, and of course all the new Cars had been picked over. As I was turning away an employee asked if I needed any help. I told her I was too late and that all the new Cars were gone already. She told me to hold on for a minute. She was the warehouse supervisor and they were cleaning out the stockroom. She came back rolling a basket with some Cars stuff. I got all excited that I was going to find some new Cars! None! As she left, I opened a box with a few Cars that were left in it. I thought I was in another world...I found 12 original Desert Back cards in mint condition! Filmore with one L, Sarge, DJ, Doc Hudson, Chick Hick, Leakless etc. Wow what a find...and a Bonus 1 Chick Hick Hauler! I just thought I would share this as you never know what is out there. Thanks for your time, and thanks for the great articles!" David S.

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Disney Pixar Cars - SDCC 2009 Mattel Exclusive

Well, Martin spilled the beans about this year's San Diego Comic-Con Mattel Exclusive! It is going to be Fire Engine Mater with Mia and Tia as Dalmations! They will be done in the 1:55th scale. Mater is going to be totally "Plussed" with a red Rangsberg finish, a working telescoping ladder, and rubber tires! Mia and Tia will be dolled up in a white Rangsberg finish and be equally "Plussed" up! They'll come as a set and are expected to retail for $30.00. The edition discussed has 5000 as Comic-Con Exclusives, with another 5000 as MattyCollector.com Exclusives! Photos and the latest News will be posted as I get it!

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Disney Pixar Cars - High 'n' Low Ramone Gets Resized

If you've been lucky enough to get the 2009 Collector Guide with Night Vision Lightning McQueen, you'll see a picture of High n Low Ramone listed as a Mega Size release. I was just told yesterday, that High n Low Ramone was too small to be part of the Mega Size line, and will actually be released as part of the "Mainline."

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Disney Pixar Cars - MattyCollector.com Exclusive Display Case Special Sneak Peak

When I went to Comic-con last year, the first thing I discussed with the people at Mattel was how they needed to produce an "Official" Cars Display Case. We talked about it at length, and the reality of one being made and available is drawing ever nearer! Here, as an Exclusive Alternator Valley "Special Sneak Peak," is a Preview of the Cars Display Case that would be a MattyCollector.com Exclusive!


Let me tell you about it in detail...

1. There will hopefully be three (3) Exclusive Chase/Special Character Cars that will come with this case. I've suggested they be numbered and truly EXCLUSIVE.
   
2. It will be made to accommodate the Cars 1:55th scale die cast toys.
   
3. It measures 32 inches wide, by 24 inches tall, by 3 inches deep. It will hold approximately 54 full sized Cars, or two small Cars characters in one compartment. The capacity may be increased to approximately 75 to 80 Cars by paring up your pittys and Movie Moments characters such as Flick & Flea.
   
4. Each compartment measures 5 inches wide by 3 inches tall. I measured Red to be sure he'd fit, and he has plenty of room. Even small Al Oft will fit! The only character that won't fit will be Barney Stormin'. You'll just have to sit him on top with some Velcro.
   
5. The Cars Logo may be frosted, silk-screened or a clear label on the back wall of the case. Frosting seems to be out from what I've been told, I suggested silk-screening at the minimum, I don't feel a label is classy enough.
   
6. The Full Color Graphic at the top will actually be above the compartments and be attached to the top of the case. The cool thing is it will be printed on a rigid material and will be able to be interchanged.
7. The case will be made of plexi, it will have a hanging wire and come with the hardware to hang it, it will be hinged at the top and open upward, and can also be displayed by simply standing it up.
   
8. The Edition Size has not been determined, but the number of 750 has been discussed. I have urged them to increase the Edition Size to 2000.
9. A price of $300 to $400 has been discussed. I told them that the three (3) Exclusive Cars would be well worth $300 alone!
10. It will be available in the United States and INTERNATIONALLY!
    

So, if you have yet to vote in one of my polls, I urge you to do so this time! The poll is a two (2) part question and needs your two (2) answers. First, indicate the Maximum you'd pay for an "Official" Cars Display Case as presented, and Second, indicate how many you'd like to purchase if allowed.

Also, I encourage you to add your Comments to this article. Your input may very well determine how the final product turns out!

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Disney Pixar Cars - Stitch is a Cars Fan too!

I'm a fan of Disney Pixar Cars and equally a huge fan of Stitch! So, like a Reese's Cup, we have two great things that go great together...Cars and Stitch! Here's a great picture of Stitch wearing his Cars racing gear, along with Lightning McQueen. This is a unique photo taken by my friend Julie Flores who writes a blog you should checkout called Stitch's Adventure Club! Stitch and Julie collect Cars die cast toys and are loyal readers of Alternator Valley.

Julie and Stitch travel and meet all kinds of famous people like Jamie Lee Curtis, Barbara Walters, to Michael Phelps. Then, Julie take photos of Stitch dressed in his finest adoring fan's garb. So, you'll see Stitch dressed to mirror his famous counterpart and read about his adventures.

Julie, don't forget to tell Stitch's cousins about Alternator Valley ! ;-)

Coming Soon: A Very Special Sneak Peak!

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Alternator Valley's New Logo Is Nearly Done

Does this ROCK or what!! It is nearly finished, and I wanted to let you all see how cool it is! Almost looks like Neon doesn't it? It will look super cool on a Black T-Shirt! This is what happens when talent the likes of Martin Arriola and Mark Mc Intyre work their magic. I'm honored that they are my friends, and have done such great work for Alternator Valley!

Coming In The Next Few Days: A Very Special Sneak Peak!

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Disney Pixar Cars - There's a New Sheriff in Town

In the last week I've seen Walmart shelves filled with the Talking, Squawking, Light-up Sheriff! I believe he is selling for $21.99. He is very cool and I almost bought him today. It is amazing what those Chinese can do with plastic, lights and sound chips!!

Still no sign of the Haulers, hardly a single Oversized anywhere, no Dustin Mellows or Case C's here in Orlando! I guess nobody wants my money or yours.

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Disney Pixar Cars - Release Schedule of Oversized Cars for 2010

This list is kick a#$! Too bad we have to wait until 2010, but you never know, we may see some of these sooner and some later. As goes with Mattel, who knows what the heck they'll do! The great news is that many of the characters we've all wanted to see, will finally be released!!

• 1/1/10 - Chick Hicks Crew Chief
• 2/1/10 - Big Al the RV
  
• 3/1/10 - Richard Kensington
• 4/1/10 - Sarge with Howitzer
• 5/1/10 - Larry the RV
• 6/1/10 - Sparkplug

• 7/1/10 - Brian the Souvenir Truck
• 8/1/10 - Doug RM the RV
• 9/1/10 - Chuck Choke Cables (RSN Camera Operator)
• 10/1/10 - Barry Diesel the RV
• 11/1/10 - Diecast Bessie
• 12/1/10 - Clayton Gentlebreeze the RV

What a hot list! Sarge with a Howitzer!! Diecast Bessie!! Big Al!! These will be super. Can't wait to get some pictures. I'm sure I'll get plenty of photos of them at Comic-Con in July.

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Disney Pixar Cars - Release Schedule of the Haulers

Today is about the Release Schedule of the Disney Pixar Cars Haulers. I haven't seen a single one yet, but we know they're out there!

• Released - Mack the Hauler
• Released - King Hauler
• Released - Chick Hicks Hauler
• Released - Walmart Hauler

• 1/1/09 - Vinyl Toupee Hauler
• 2/1/09 - Tank Coat Hauler
• 3/1/09 - Tow Cap Hauler
• 4/1/09 - Shifty Drug Hauler
• 5/1/09 - Easy Idle Hauler
• 6/1/09 - Vitoline Hauler
• 7/1/09 - Bumper Save Hauler
• 8/1/09 - Retred Hauler
• 9/1/09 - Fiber Fuel Hauler
  
• 10/1/09 - Sidewall Shine Hauler
• 11/1/09 - Mood Springs Hauler
• 12/1/09 - Juan (?) or is it Pete Valdez
  

There's plenty more to come! Can't wait to see them on the store shelves.

Coming Next: Release Dates of the "Oversized!" They'll bowl you over!

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