Toy Biz Marvel Superheroes Punisher Van

Out of all the vehicles, playsets, and accessories Toy Biz ever produced for the Marvel Superheroes line, the Punisher Van was the most realistic and comic accurate. And to think, it might not have been made if it wasn't for the fact that they were just reusing the mold from their Joker Van from the Batman line!

The grill lowers to reveal two swivel guns.

Side profile with guns out...

And with them back in their hiding place.

I love all of the stickers for this thing. Very campy but they look great.

Back of the van hides more of the Punisher's goodies.

Gun arsenal...

I'm missing one of the guns at the moment.

And a massive machine gun trailer that hitches up to the van.

The top hatch pops open to reveal a rooftop machine gun.

I wish there was a chair because the posing becomes a little awkward. Still, it's a cool feature.

You'd smile too if your van was this ready to paint the town red.

And of course, the pop out, razor sharp hubcaps. Because, why not?

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