1:18 model cars, new and out of production

Why 1:18 is worth the shelf space

A 1:18 model is big enough to show what smaller scales have to simplify, from a full dashboard to brake rotors visible through the wheel spokes. Many diecast models in this scale also come with opening parts, which puts the engine bay on display. Each model here earns its place on two counts: who made it and how faithfully it reproduces the real car.

Manufacturers and car brands in 1:18

The manufacturers in this category include AUTOart, Bburago, GreenLight, GT Spirit, IXO, Kyosho, MCG, Minichamps, Norev, Otto, and UT Models. Among the car brands are BMW, Ferrari, Ford, Mercedes, and Porsche. The F1 cars come from teams such as Red Bull Racing and Williams.

New and used 1:18 models

Everything in this category, new or used, is an original model in its original box. New models come from current production runs. The used models are our own selection, and once one sells, it cannot be reordered from the manufacturer. We inspect every model by hand before it ships.

Questions about 1:18 model cars

How big is a 1:18 scale model car?

A 1:18 model car measures the real car's length divided by 18, so a 4.5 m mid-size car makes a 25 cm model. A 3.6 m city car comes out at 20 cm, while a 5 m full-size car reaches 27.8 cm.

Which model is bigger, 1:18 or 1:43?

1:18 is the bigger scale by a wide margin: a 4.5 m car that becomes a 25 cm model at 1:18 measures 10.5 cm at 1:43. If shelf space is tight, 1:43 model cars let you fit far more into the same cabinet, and if 1:18 still feels small, 1:12 scale models take the same car to 37.5 cm.

What rare 1:18 scale diecast cars are available?

In this category, those are the used models: each one is from a production run that has ended, and regular retail no longer carries it. To see them, set the filter to used and pick a manufacturer such as Minichamps or Norev.