For many enthusiasts, model cars are much more than miniature vehicles. They represent racing history, iconic Australian motoring, childhood memories and decades of passionate collecting.

At Burns & Co, we’ve seen first-hand just how strong that passion remains.

Across the first half of 2026, we’ve conducted a series of specialist Model Car & Collectables Auctions, presenting hundreds of quality diecast models, limited editions, motorsport memorabilia and complete private collections to a national buying audience.

From Holden and Ford Bathurst winners through to signed Allan Moffat, Dick Johnson and Colin Bond pieces, collectors have competed strongly throughout the year, delivering consistent results across every auction.

One of the biggest takeaways hasn’t been a single record price—it has been the remarkable consistency of the market. Multiple lots have comfortably exceeded the $1,000 mark (including Buyer’s Premium), while quality limited editions, signed models and Bathurst-winning cars continue to attract spirited bidding from collectors across Australia.

These results reinforce what we’re seeing across the collector market: quality, rarity and provenance continue to drive strong demand.

Whether it’s Holden, Ford, Bathurst, ATCC, Supercars, Formula One, American Muscle, European classics, trucks, construction equipment or associated collectables, specialist buyers are actively seeking fresh material.

TOP 20 MODEL CAR RESULTS OF 2026

Rank

Lot

Item

Auction

Sold inc. BP

1

243

1:18 Scale 1977 “The 1-2 Finish” Ford XC Falcon Car #1 & #2 Set

Newcastle Model Cars Timed Online Auction Part 2 – 14 May

$2,135

2

1813

1:18 Scale 2001 Bathurst Winner Holden VX Commodore #1

Model Cars & Collectables Timed Online Auction – 25 June

$1,952

3

1820

1:18 Scale 2003 Bathurst Winner Kmart Holden VY Commodore #51

Model Cars & Collectables Timed Online Auction – 25 June

$1,464

4

1831

1:18 Scale 1977 “The 1-2 Finish” Ford XC Falcon Car #1 & #2 Set

Model Cars & Collectables Timed Online Auction – 25 June

$1,220

5

649

1:18 Scale 2003 Bob Jane T-Marts 1000 Holden VY Commodore

Model Cars Timed Online Auction Part 1 – 12 March

$1,129

6

652

1:18 Scale 2004 Bathurst Winner Rick Kelly Holden VY Commodore

Model Cars Timed Online Auction Part 1 – 12 March

$1,061

7

1873

1:18 Scale 1984 James Hardie Ford Falcon XE, signed

Model Cars Timed Online Auction – 24 April

$1,031

8

1763

Signed Allan Moffat XY Falcon GTHO Phase III Metal Sign

Model Cars & Toys Timed Online Auction – 19 February

$1,007

9

637

1:18 Scale 1977 Bathurst 1-2 Finish Ford XC Falcons Moffat/Bond Set

Model Cars Timed Online Auction Part 1 – 12 March

$958

10

672

1:18 Scale HSV VS GTS-R in XU3 Yellah

Model Cars Timed Online Auction Part 1 – 12 March

$946

11

787

1:18 Scale Classic Carlectables Limited Edition Holden EFIJY

Model Cars Timed Online Auction Part 2 – 13 March

$946

12

818

1:18 Scale 1985 #10 Bathurst Winner Jaguar XJ-S, signed by John Goss

Model Cars Timed Online Auction Part 2 – 13 March

$885

13

1367

Selection of Dinky Model Cars in Boxes incl. Fiat, Citroën etc.

Model Cars & Toys Timed Online Auction – 6 January

$866

14

1766

Signed Allan Moffat Ford Super Roo 40th Anniversary Cap in Perspex Display Case

Model Cars & Toys Timed Online Auction – 19 February

$854

15

883

1:18 Scale 1986 HDT Holden VL SS Commodore

Model Cars Timed Online Auction Part 2 – 13 March

$848

16

1821

1:18 Scale 2004 Bathurst Winner Kmart Holden VY Commodore #15

Model Cars & Collectables Timed Online Auction – 25 June

$824

17

796

1:18 Scale 1987 James Hardie 1000 Winner Holden VL Commodore SS

Model Cars Timed Online Auction Part 2 – 13 March

$824

18

1357

Ford XY Falcon GTHO Phase 3 1:18 Scale Model Race Car

Model Cars & Toys Timed Online Auction – 6 January

$824

19

1767

1:18 Scale HSV Commodore VL Group A SS

Model Cars Timed Online Auction – 24 April

$805

20

1835

1:18 Scale Ford Falcon XR GT in GT Gold

Model Cars & Collectables Timed Online Auction – 25 June

$793

All prices include 22% buyer’s premium.

A Growing Specialist Category

Burns & Co now conducts specialist Model Car & Collectables Auctions on a regular basis, providing vendors with access to a national database of dedicated collectors.

These auctions have become one of our most consistent collector categories, attracting competitive bidding across everything from single rare models through to complete lifelong collections.

Whether you’re downsizing, managing an estate or simply wondering what your collection may be worth, our experienced team can help identify, catalogue and present your items to achieve the strongest possible result.

Thinking of Selling?

We’re currently inviting entries for upcoming Model Car & Collectables Auctions.

Whether you have a handful of rare models or a lifetime collection, Burns & Co conducts specialist model car auctions regularly and is now inviting entries for upcoming sales.

Contact our specialists

Declan Bateson
📞 0499 075 441

Riley Burns
📞 0477 890 897

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