Scale model collectible dash replica device

Abstract

A scale model collectible dash replica device, wherein authentic dashboard designs are replicated in miniature form from high quality materials that simulate authentic vehicle interiors, wherein features are included that operationally simulate actual component functionality, and wherein an onboard business card holder and stand with dash logo identifier enhance model recognition and device usefulness.

1 . A dash replica device comprising,
 a miniaturized dashboard simulating an authentic vehicle dashboard design; and   a support base for said miniaturized dashboard,   wherein said miniaturized dashboard further comprises a plurality of features that operationally simulate actual component functionality.   
   
   
       2 . The dash replica device of  claim 1 , further comprising a business card holder carried by said support base. 
   
   
       3 . The dash replica device of  claim 1 , wherein the vehicle dashboard design simulated is derived from a vehicle selected from the group including a truck, boat, airplane, helicopter, motorcycle, or tank. 
   
   
       4 . The dash replica device of  claim 1 , wherein said miniaturized dashboard is a ⅙ th  scale model. 
   
   
       5 . The dash replica device of  claim 1 , wherein said dash replica device is approximately nine (9) inches wide and six (6) inches high. 
   
   
       6 . The dash replica device of  claim 1 , wherein said miniaturized dashboard has a front face and a rear face, wherein said front face carries said plurality of features, at least a portion thereof adapted for visually interactive functionality, and at least a portion thereof adapted for audibly interactive functionality, and wherein said rear face carries a logo. 
   
   
       7 . The dash replica device of  claim 1 , wherein at least one of said plurality of features that operationally simulate actual component functionality is an ignition and a key mate therefor. 
   
   
       8 . The dash replica device of  claim 1 , wherein said key mate is adapted for insertion and rotation within said ignition, and wherein rotation of said key mate within said ignition generates a sound. 
   
   
       9 . The dash replica device of  claim 1 , wherein at least one of said plurality of features that operationally simulate actual component functionality is a glove box. 
   
   
       10 . The dash replica device of  claim 1 , wherein at least one of said plurality of features that operationally simulate actual component functionality is an ash tray. 
   
   
       11 . The dash replica device of  claim 1 , wherein at least one of said plurality of features that operationally simulate actual component functionality is a steering wheel. 
   
   
       12 . The dash replica device of  claim 11 , wherein said steering wheel further comprises a functional lever arm, and wherein said lever arm operates lighted turn signal indicators displayed on said miniaturized dashboard. 
   
   
       13 . The dash replica device of  claim 11 , wherein said steering wheel further comprises a functional horn, and wherein said horn operates to generate a sound. 
   
   
       14 . The dash replica device of  claim 1 , wherein at least one of said plurality of features that operationally simulate actual component functionality is a pull switch, and wherein said pull switch operates lights in said miniaturized dashboard. 
   
   
       15 . The dash replica device of  claim 1 , wherein at least one of said plurality of features that operationally simulate actual component functionality is a radio. 
   
   
       16 . The dash replica device of  claim 1 , wherein said support base further comprises an identification plate. 
   
   
       17 . A method of encouraging business card distribution, comprising the steps of:
 obtaining a scale model dashboard replica device comprising visibly, tactilely, and audibly interactive features and a business card holder;   placing business cards in said holder;   engaging an observer with said interactive features; and   drawing attention to said business cards.