To drive, or not to drive

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Updated: 2006-12-28 10:51

cIf there's one thing I'm not hardcore about, it's cars. Reporting on Auto China 2006 has been a nightmare for me. However, I am hardcore about shopping, and after a few days ofouring the shops, I¨ve found a way to connect the two.

People are always scrambling for a peek under the cover. When the cover comes off, whatever is left underneath is, let's say that super sexy word, "naked!" Yes! Women like naked male models, men like naked female models and we all like naked car models. They¨re great to collect.

Available: 504, Dayiyan Shopping, No 32, Xinjiekou Beidajie, Xicheng
Cost: 99 yuan

          
Optimus Prime

What is he doing here? Well, he's a car. Well, he's a part-time car. Kind of. Really though, who doesn't love the Transformers? Kids today are missing out!

Available: 504, B/2, 77 Street, Xidan, Xicheng
Cost: 698 yuan

Gypsum minibus model

Ever seen a minibus model made from gypsum? No? Well, let's say you have an accident and smash your arm, then your doctor says you need soe gypsum. After your arm heals, you have some gypsum left, so you decide to use the rest to make a minibus model. Wow, you must have been really bored!

Available: F/5, Zhongyou Shopping Center, Xidan, Xicheng
Cost: 40 yuan

Westen bay bus model

Did they mean "western"? This little model makes me think of sunshine, the beach, hot girls, free time and blue waves . and then I look outside and realize it's cold, polluted and winter. I miss summer!

Available: 504, B/2, 77 Street, Xidan, Xicheng
Cost: 420 yuan

Car erasers

My niece scattered these all over my bedroom and I ended up stepping on them. These little erasers are adorable attachments for your colored pencils. Simple and stupid. Make sure to use them at home or the guys at work will laugh at you.

Available: Jinsong Stationery Store, No 608, Section 6, Chaoyang
Cost: 2 yuan
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