Solido Diecast Models - Comprehensive European Classic Collector's Guide 2025
Solido Diecast Models - Complete Collector's Guide
Last Updated: November 2026 | Reading Time: 12 minutes
Solido started as a French brand known for European classics, and today it's one of the best-value 1:18 brands around. Most Solido 1:18 models cost $70-$90 and come with opening doors, steerable wheels and real rubber tires. The range now covers Porsche 911s, JDM legends, Alpine, rally and F1 cars, and modern "streetfighter" customs.
This guide covers 28 Solido models in stock now, in 1:18 and 1:43.
Solido releases sell through, so each section links to the live collection in case a pick is gone.
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Why Choose Solido?
Solido hits a sweet spot between budget brands like Maisto and premium brands like AUTOart. You get a 1:18 model with opening doors and steerable wheels for around $71-$76, with subjects other brands at this price don't touch: streetfighter customs, RWB and Liberty Walk builds, JDM classics and current F1 cars. Solido's 1:43 models are sealed (no opening parts) but offer great detail for around $33-$39.
Quick Picks: Best Solido Models
š Best Porsche: 1997 Porsche 911 (993) Carrera RS 1:18 - $75.99
The last air-cooled RS, in Guards Red
š Best JDM: 1999 Nissan Skyline GT-R (R34) 1:18 - $70.99
The most iconic GT-R at a great price
š Best Rally Car: 1992 Lancia Delta HF Integrale Evo 1 "Martini 6" 1:18 - $75.99
A legendary world rally champion livery
šļø Best F1 Car: McLaren MCL39 #4 Lando Norris 1:18 - $84.99
His 2025 Australian GP winner
šØ Best Custom: 2020 RWB "Pink Pig" 1:18 - $75.99
A famous RWB Porsche build
š° Best Value: 1994 BMW E34 Alpina B10 BiTurbo 1:43 - $32.99
Porsche 911
Solido's 911 range runs from 1970s race cars to modern customs.
1. 1997 Porsche 911 (993) Carrera RS - Guards Red
Price: $75.99 | Scale: 1/18 | Item: S1810104
The 993 Carrera RS is the lightweight, track-focused version of the last air-cooled 911. Guards Red is the classic color. Opening doors and steerable wheels.
2. 1973 Porsche 911 RSR Carrera - White with Blue Stripes
Price: $70.99 | Scale: 1/18 | Item: S1801119
The 1973 RSR was the racing version of the legendary Carrera RS 2.7. This one has a roll cage, opening doors and steerable wheels.
3. Porsche 911 IROC #1 Emerson Fittipaldi - International Race of Champions (1974)
Price: $99.99 | Scale: 1/18 | Item: S1810703
The first IROC series put the world's top drivers in identical Porsche 911 RSRs. This is Emerson Fittipaldi's #1 car, with roll cage, opening doors and steerable wheels.
4. 1990 Porsche 911 (964) Carrera RS "Streetfighter" - Green Metallic
Price: $70.99 | Scale: 1/18 | Item: S1803411
Solido's Streetfighter series gives classic cars a modern custom look. This 964 Carrera RS in green metallic has opening doors and steerable wheels.
5. 2025 Porsche 911 KS-R by Khyzyl Saleem "Blue Racer" - Light Blue with Orange Stripes
Price: $70.99 | Scale: 1/18 | Item: S1810504
Designer Khyzyl Saleem is famous for his wild digital car builds, and the KS-R is his take on the 911. Opening doors and steerable wheels.
6. 2020 RWB Bodykit #23 "Pink Pig" - Pink with Graphics
Price: $75.99 | Scale: 1/18 | Item: S1808503
RWB (Rauh-Welt Begriff) is Akira Nakai's legendary widebody Porsche shop. The "Pink Pig" livery nods to Porsche's famous 917/20 race car. Opening doors and steerable wheels.
7. 1994 Porsche 911 (964) RS 3.8 - Grand Prix White
Price: $38.99 | Scale: 1/43 | Item: S4316902
A rare, wide-body 964 RS 3.8 in Grand Prix White. A sealed 1:43 display model, great for building a 911 collection on a smaller shelf.
JDM Legends
Solido's 1:18 JDM range is one of the best values in the scale, and all of these are right-hand drive.
8. 1999 Nissan Skyline GT-R (R34) - Silver Metallic with Purple Wheels
Price: $70.99 | Scale: 1/18 | Item: S1804310
The R34 GT-R, made famous by movies and video games. Opening doors and steerable wheels.
9. 2023 Nissan GT-R (R35) Liberty Walk Body Kit 2.0 - Baby Blue with Carbon Hood
Price: $70.99 | Scale: 1/18 | Item: S1805817
Liberty Walk's 2.0 kit on the R35 GT-R, in baby blue with a carbon hood. Opening doors and steerable wheels.
10. 1970 Nissan Skyline (C10) "Hakosuka" - White
Price: $75.99 | Scale: 1/18 | Item: S1813001
The "Hakosuka" (boxy Skyline) started the GT-R legend. A clean, stock-looking classic with opening doors and steerable wheels.
11. 2001 Mazda RX-7 Type RS (FD3S) - White
Price: $75.99 | Scale: 1/18 | Item: S1810607
The final-year FD RX-7, one of the best-looking sports cars ever built. Opening doors and steerable wheels.
12. 1998 Subaru Impreza 22B - Silver Metallic with Gold Wheels
Price: $70.99 | Scale: 1/18 | Item: S1807408
The 22B was a limited-production road car celebrating Subaru's WRC titles. Opening doors and steerable wheels.
13. 2023 Toyota GR Supra "StreetFighter" - Green
Price: $70.99 | Scale: 1/18 | Item: S1809004
The modern GR Supra with Solido's Streetfighter custom treatment. Opening doors and steerable wheels.
Alpine & French Heritage
Solido's French roots show in its Alpine range, from rally cars to F1.
14. Alpine A110 Rallye GT+ #15 Raphael Astier - Rallye du Mont Blanc (2024)
Price: $89.99 | Scale: 1/18 | Item: S1801631
The modern A110 in rally trim, from the 2024 Rallye du Mont Blanc. Roll cage, opening doors and steerable wheels.
15. 2024 Alpine A290 GTS - White Metallic with Black Top
Price: $70.99 | Scale: 1/18 | Item: S1812604
Alpine's new electric hot hatch. Opening doors and steerable wheels.
16. Alpine A524 BWT - Esteban Ocon (Miami GP) or Pierre Gasly (Monaco GP) 2024
Price: $75.99 each | Scale: 1/18 | Item: S1814001 / S1814002
Alpine's 2024 F1 car, in both driver versions. Steerable wheels (F1 cars have no opening panels).
17. Alpine A523 #31 Esteban Ocon - 3rd Place Monaco GP (2023)
Price: $32.99 | Scale: 1/43 | Item: S4317701
Ocon's podium car from the 2023 Monaco GP, in affordable 1:43 scale.
Rally Icons
18. 1992 Lancia Delta HF Integrale Evo 1 "Martini 6" - World Rally Champion
Price: $75.99 | Scale: 1/18 | Item: S1807804
The Delta Integrale is one of the greatest rally cars ever, and the Martini livery is iconic. This version has opening doors, steerable wheels and a removable top.
19. Ford Puma Rally1 Hybrid #37 Lorenzo Bertelli - Rally New Zealand (2022)
Price: $75.99 | Scale: 1/18 | Item: S1809505
A modern WRC hybrid rally car, with roll cage, opening doors and steerable wheels.
20. 2022 Fiat 695 Abarth "Tributo 131 Rally" - Podium Blue
Price: $81.99 | Scale: 1/18 | Item: S1811303
A modern Abarth tribute to the famous Fiat 131 Abarth rally car. Opening doors and steerable wheels.
Formula 1: McLaren MCL39
21. McLaren MCL39 - #4 Lando Norris (Australian GP Winner) or #81 Oscar Piastri (Chinese GP Winner) 2025
Price: $84.99 each | Scale: 1/18 | Item: S1818701 / S1818702
McLaren's 2025 car in both drivers' race-winning versions: Norris's Australian GP win and Piastri's Chinese GP win. Steerable wheels. Collect both for a full team display.
European Performance
22. 1990 BMW E30 M3 Custom "Drift Missile" - Tiffany Blue
Price: $66.99 | Scale: 1/18 | Item: S1801527
A fun custom build of the legendary E30 M3, styled as a drift car. Opening doors and steerable wheels.
23. 2025 BMW M5 Touring - Alpine White with Black Top
Price: $70.99 | Scale: 1/18 | Item: S1814802
The latest M5 in wagon form, the ultimate family hauler. Opening doors and steerable wheels.
24. 1994 BMW E34 Alpina B10 BiTurbo - Black Metallic with Green Graphics
Price: $32.99 | Scale: 1/43 | Item: S4310406
A 1990s super-sedan from Alpina, in black with green graphics. A sealed 1:43 display model.
American Muscle
25. 1967 Shelby GT500 - Gray Metallic with Black Stripes
Price: $70.99 | Scale: 1/18 | Item: S1802905
A classic first-generation Shelby GT500. Opening doors and steerable wheels.
26. 2023 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Redeye Widebody "NYC Hellcab" - Yellow
Price: $89.99 | Scale: 1/18 | Item: S1805716
A 700+ hp widebody Challenger dressed as a New York City taxi. A fun conversation piece with opening doors and steerable wheels.
Solido Collecting Strategy
Scale Selection: 1:43 ($32.99-$38.99) is great for building a big collection in a small space. 1:18 ($66.99-$99.99) adds opening doors and more presence.
Pick a Theme: Solido's range is wide enough to build focused collections: 911 history (RSR, IROC, 993 RS), JDM legends, rally icons or modern customs.
Collect Pairs: Team cars like the Alpine A524 and McLaren MCL39 come in both drivers' versions, which makes for a great display.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Solido compare to other 1:18 brands?
Solido offers more detail than budget brands like Maisto at a price well below premium brands like AUTOart. Most 1:18 Solido models have opening doors (not hoods), steerable wheels and real rubber tires.
Do Solido models have opening parts?
Most 1:18 road cars have opening doors. F1 cars and 1:43 models are sealed display models.
Are Solido models officially licensed?
Yes. Solido models carry official manufacturer and team licensing.
Do Solido models go up in value?
Rarely. Buy Solido for display and enjoyment, not as an investment.
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