KUALA LUMPUR, Nov. 9 -- Long before ride-hailing apps and air-conditioned trains became part of everyday life, Kuala Lumpur had its own colourful way of getting around: the humble Bas Mini.

Small, noisy and impossible to miss, these minibuses were once a familiar sight on the capital's streets, ferrying passengers through the city and becoming an unlikely part of Malaysian urban folklore.

Now, they're making a comeback - only this time, they're small enough to park on your display shelf.

Dubbed Kenangan di Perhentian - The Bas Mini Collection, the new range of diecast models brings a slice of Malaysia's transport history back to life, complete with retro paintwork, route numbers and the unmistakable boxy silhouette of the original buse...