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Here’s a look at some of the latest Johnny Lightning products that will be appearing in stores and online.* Found anything that isn’t on the list? Please submit it via the contact page and we’ll update the list to your credit!

Forever 64 – Release 6:  ’67 Pontiac Firebird; a ’70 Dodge Challenger R/T; a ’67 Chevy Camaro SS; a ’71 Chevy Camaro ‘Beat the Heat’; a ’70 Plymouth Superbird; a ’65 Mustang Fastback custom; a ’65 Mustang Fastback; a ’10 Dodge Viper ACR; a ’49 Buick Custom in red or blue; a ’37 Cord 812 SC convertible; a ’51 Hudson Hornet; a ’75 Chevy Corvette.

Johnny Lightning has also announced a Hobby line coming in 2010 called “JL 2.0”. These cars are believed to be for Hobby exclusive distribution. A 1/64th scale car with metal bodies and chassis, rubber wheels, and exclusive color and design.

JL 2.0 – Release ‘A’: ’08 Dodge Challenger – Black w/flames; a ’80 Chevy Monza – spoiler; a ’80 Chevy Impala – project car; and a ’65 Pontiac GTO – racing legends “Arnie Bestwick”.

1:24 Scale Muscle Cars: The 1964 Impala SS was a car that brought luxury and affordability together. Now Johnny Lightning is reproducing that car with all the attention to detail and lavish styling of the original. From the windshield wipers down to the gearshift—but no seatbelts, which were optional at the time—this 1:24 casting perfectly replicates the most minute aspects of the Impala. The second is a replica of Arnie Bestwick’s Pontiac GTO stockcar. You can also get this replica in the JL 2.0 line this month.

* – Please note that this list was compiled based on information gathered by collectors from online research and personal finds at retail locations. The ability to find select pieces will vary based on geographic location and the frequency that your local retailer refreshes their stock.

The "In the Stores" column is brought to you courtesy of the Connecticut Valley Diecast Club

Editor’s Note – Stay tuned for an up-close pictorial of the Forever 64 Release! -Jeff

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