Editing Model car (section)

=== Trends in toy detail ===

Larger 1:24 and 1:18 scale premium models became extremely popular at toy and hobby centers during the 1990s, but are less popular circa 2010. This size is generally made with close attention to the details of the real vehicles, such as a working steering, and opening doors, trunk/boot, and hood/bonnet. Detailed interiors, instrument panels, trunks/boots with spare tires and engine compartments are common. Chassis often show intricacies of exhaust systems and suspensions. A working suspension system is often included. In smaller scales some of the details are often eliminated, so in 1:43, 1:64, or 1:87 scale cars, working steering is not common. Likewise, only the front doors and hood might open, with non-opening rear doors and trunk. (There are exceptions, of course, such as the steering by lever on the late 1960s 3 inch [[Ford Mustang]] by Matchbox or the patented steering on 1:32 Modarri toy cars.){{Citation needed|date=August 2016}}
[[File:Nick's pics 064.jpg|thumb|left|250px|Corgi [[Dual-Ghia]] model.]]
Over time, market pressures have caused further changes in the way models are designed and manufactured. In the 1960s, many European models had opening parts and working components, but today few of the smaller scale toys do. More working parts mean more production expense and [[Hot Wheels]] and Matchbox vehicles now rarely have such features. Today, the number of moving parts has been reduced even in large-scale models. For example, premium model maker [[AUTOart]] introduced a line of race and sports cars in 1:18 scale with no opening parts.{{Citation needed|date=August 2016}}