NEWS…

January, 2004

McHenry Cement Mixer released. We are now taking orders for this model which should start shipping to collectors by March.

Upcoming New Models: Look for 3 new models to release by late Spring of 2004…an Ambulance, a Hearse and a Paddy Wagon. This trio of models will be available as matching numbered sets or as individual units.

Our First Brochure: In February/March, Retro 1-2-3 will finally produce a brochure showcasing all of our models. All customers in our database will receive one as soon as they are ready.

October, 2004

After a long wait we now have numerous updates…

With models now starting to retire, we have added a new button to the homepage which lets you view those models that are no longer available or soon to be closed out. Models posted here are either gone for good or have less than 10 units still available.

The 1932 Glacier Bus is now available. This officially licensed model will be limited to only 125 numbered units and is the predecessor to the current 1936 buses still in operation today.

In August, General Motors officially approved our 1:12 scale model of the GM Futurliner and production has now started to fill the existing backorders. Ongoing deliveries are expected to start in November. Retro is the only firm to have ever attempted to create a model of this historic and legendary vehicle.

Our "Trifecta" series of 3 new models…the M.L. Grimm Hearse, the vintage Ambulance and the Chicago Paddy Wagon are now scheduled to officially premier at this month's Chicago Toy Show at the Kane County Fairgrounds.

What's in store for 2005?…it's still a secret but I can say that the modelmaking department at Retro is right now working very hard on getting 5 brand new models ready for a Spring release and we are confident that we have selected models that you cannot possibly have in your collection from others!

Stay tuned for more news!