Gallery: Old-School Cool: Charming Toy Cars Made of Nothin' But Wood
Candylab Toys01woodie-camper
The jewel of Candylab's lineup is the Woodie, which you'll want to pair with the Camper. They cost $59 as a package with a couple of surfboards.
Candylab Toys02towtruck
Towie does its thing with a rubber band, which hooks up to a pin on the underside of the new cars...
Candylab Toys03tow-taxi
Like this.
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The Candycab is the cheapest car in the new lineup, and you can get it for a $24 bid (plus fare and bridge tolls).
Candylab Toys05blu-74
There's a new muscle car in the lineup, and it's the Blu-74. You can get it by itself for $25 or with the tow truck for $39.
Candylab Toys06surfboards
If cars aren't your thing, you can get a pack of three surfboards/fridge magnets for $9.
Candylab Toys07all-top
All together, the new cars are included in a $139 "Roadside" package. They're slated to ship in September and October.
Review: Apple iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max | Camera
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