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Model Barn Model Barn is NZ's leading stockist of Quality Models & Vintage Toys.

We carry Cars & Pick-Ups, Motorbikes, Tractors, Trucks, Construction Equipment, Farm Machinery, Accessories, & Vintage Collectable Toys from NZ & Abroad

Just had to duck over to the Mainfreight depot near Thames today to pick up a couple of pallets of models trucks. Yes th...
14/10/2026

Just had to duck over to the Mainfreight depot near Thames today to pick up a couple of pallets of models trucks. Yes the Uhlenberg Kenworths have arrived direct from China. Great fast service from Iconic Replicas, & they look great, awesome job Leigh Hudson.
These will be available on Thursday October 22 online & instore. They will be on display this Saturday at our Garage Sale but sorry not for sale. From October 22, Jayne & Ashley will be in touch with all you who have pre-ordered these.
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www.modelbarn.co.nz
07 867 5340

Dont forget Model Barn's annual Garage Sale is this Saturday October 17, 9am - 4pm.Damaged items, unboxed & used items, ...
11/10/2026

Dont forget Model Barn's annual Garage Sale is this Saturday October 17, 9am - 4pm.
Damaged items, unboxed & used items, ex-display models, clearance items, something for every collector or bargain hunter.
This is strictly instore only & due to many items having some faults, there are no returns or refunds on Garage Sale items. (All other items are covered by our refund & return policy).
Garage Sale items will include; Classic Carlectables, Drake Collectibles, Kiwi Replicas, Schuco, Siku, Universal Hobbies, Ertl, & many more.....
[email protected]
www.modelbarn.co.nz
07 867 5340

Last Day 3 at the McLeans Island Swap Meet near Christchurch finishes today. The weather has been perfect for all 3 days...
10/10/2026

Last Day 3 at the McLeans Island Swap Meet near Christchurch finishes today. The weather has been perfect for all 3 days. This is NZ's biggest automotive swap meet & it has been great to catch up with so many of you in the sunshine. Next years event is October 8, 9, 10 2027 & Model Barn will be there again with our normal sites.
Check out some of the pics before the setup & during the show.
[email protected]
www.modelbarn.co.nz
07 867 5340

Model Barn will be at the McLeans Island Swap Meet near Christchurch this Friday, Saturday & Sunday. This is NZ's bigges...
07/10/2026

Model Barn will be at the McLeans Island Swap Meet near Christchurch this Friday, Saturday & Sunday. This is NZ's biggest automotive swap meet & Model Barn has its normal sites 141 & 142. Keep an eye out for the Model Barn flags. Details below & of course if you need Jeremy to hold anything there for you, let us know asap.
[email protected]
www.modelbarn.co.nz
07 867 5340

Day one of the Horse Power rally here in Timaru. Overcast but great for taking photos. Lots to see,and a great programme...
02/10/2026

Day one of the Horse Power rally here in Timaru. Overcast but great for taking photos. Lots to see,and a great programme of events over the two days. Plenty of vintage models on our stand too!
[email protected]
www.modelbarn.co.nz
07 867 5340

Model Barn will be at several shows in Canterbury in October.Firstly on October 3 & 4 the Horse Power Vintage Rally near...
28/09/2026

Model Barn will be at several shows in Canterbury in October.
Firstly on October 3 & 4 the Horse Power Vintage Rally near Timaru & the following weekend October 9, 10, 11 at the McLeans Island Swap Meet near Christchurch. Details below & of course if you need Jeremy to bring anything for you, let us know asap.
[email protected]
www.modelbarn.co.nz
07 867 5340

A few more pics from Leigh Hudson of Iconic Replicas at the factory in China of the Uhlenberg W900s & SARs.Leigh inspect...
28/09/2026

A few more pics from Leigh Hudson of Iconic Replicas at the factory in China of the Uhlenberg W900s & SARs.
Leigh inspects every model as they proceed down the belt, no surprise he's there for a few days.
They are on track to be here in NZ late October/November, we still have a few left for pre-order.
[email protected]
www.modelbarn.co.nz
07 867 5340

An update from Kiwi Replicas;Leigh Hudson from Iconic Replicas is currently in China inspecting the Uhlenberg W900s & SA...
24/09/2026

An update from Kiwi Replicas;
Leigh Hudson from Iconic Replicas is currently in China inspecting the Uhlenberg W900s & SARs & sent these pics from the factory.
Looking fantastic Leigh!!
They are on track to be here in NZ late October/November, we still have a few left for pre-order.
[email protected]
www.modelbarn.co.nz
07 867 5340

Model Barn will be at the Manawatu VCC Swap Meet in Feilding this coming Saturday September 26. This is usually indoors ...
23/09/2026

Model Barn will be at the Manawatu VCC Swap Meet in Feilding this coming Saturday September 26. This is usually indoors but this year due to issues with the stadium, it is outside in the carpark. The weather doesn't actually look good for Saturday but they dont always get it right so here's hoping. You just never know what you can pick up there. Details below & of course if you need Jeremy to bring anything for you, let us know asap.
[email protected]
www.modelbarn.co.nz
07 867 5340

Address

57 Orongo Road
Thames
3574

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4pm
Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm
Friday 9am - 4pm
Saturday 9am - 2pm

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+6478675340

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