Its been a while since I’ve featured a 1:1 scale car here on diecastAUDIO. I introduced the category last year to showcase concept cars that may or may not become production vehicles, but often become miniatures after being picked up by one of the mainstream die cast brands. In fact, the post I did last year about the 2011 Pontiac Trans Am has become one of the most popular posts on the site!

When thinking of James Bond and the all the cars that have appeared in the films, images of BMWs, Lotus Esprits and Aston Martins might come to mind. This time around we’re taking a look at Ford’s new European model, the all-new Ford Ka. The “peppy-looking” little car will make an appearance in the highly anticipated new James Bond film, “Quantum of Solace.” While it might not be a sleek and sexy sports car, its sure to command attention with the film’s leading lady, Olga Kurylenko behind the wheel!

Many of the James Bond cars have been replicated in die cast over the years. Brands such as Corgi, Johnny Lightning and ERTL have all produced replicas of classic Bond rides in a variety of scales. The Ka has a mild amount of sportiness to it in its stock form, and I can almost picture it as a part of a James Bond themed Johnny Lightning release. It might even take on a whole new life with the addition of larger wheels, low-profile tires and a body kit.

Its hard to say if the Ford Ka will ever make it to die cast form. I feel chances are slim that we’ll ever see it come to any of the mainstream brands. What do you think?