There has been a lot of discussion about what prompted the re-release of the final batch of Hot Wheels Speed Machines recently, as well as why instead of the standard comold wheels, these models sport basic OH5's.I can't answer why they were re-released. Obviously only Mattel can, but even that might be difficult. We have …
Variation Alert: The final batch of Hot Wheels Speed Machines with OH5 wheels instead of comolds…
Anytime a wheel variation is found on a model I collect, I am quick to jump. This one is odd, however. Here is a specific wheel variation on many models I collect, and I don't know what to make of it.It appears that the final batch of Speed Machines has been re-released in several overseas …
Custom Cadillac Fleetwood, Chevy Nova Wagon, and the rest of Hot Wheels Basic Batch F is now at Wheel Collectors…
I just got the news from Matt over at Wheel Collectors that the Hot Wheels F cases are in. We finally can get our hands on that ridiculous Custom Cadillac Fleetwood and classy Nova Wagon. What I am most excited for are the latest (and greatest) colors on the Aston Martin DBS & BMW M3...We …
First Look at the Hot Wheels Ferrari 5-pack, Part 3: All Five…
I have blabbered on enough about my two favorite models in this pack, so I will shut my mouth and show you the thing. A pack definitely worth picking up if you haven't already.(Ferrari 5-packs for sale...)Hot Wheels 2013 Ferrari 5-pack:Ferrari 512 MFerrari 330 P4Ferrari 612 ScagliettiFerrari FXXFerrari FF
First Look at the Hot Wheels Ferrari 5-pack, Part 2: Ferrari FF…
I mentioned in Part 1 that the 612 Scaglietti was Ferrari's foray into the touring car business. Some of you have mentioned that you like the 612. I do too. Not as much as other Ferraris, but I like it. The FF is its replacement, and it too has been met with a mixed reaction. …
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First Look at the Hot Wheels Ferrari 5-pack, Part 1: Ferrari 612 Scaglietti…
I hope the tradition of one Ferrari 5-pack from Hot Wheels a year is a permanent one. It sure seems to be. That tradition continues this year with the recent release of the 2013 version. So we are dedicating the entire day here at Lamley to the new pack. Part 1 covers the 612, a …
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First Look: Matchbox 60th Anniversary Ford F-350 Superlift…
Well that did not take long.When we first saw glimpses of the Ford F-350 Superlift Brush Fire Truck, many of us Matchbox nerds knew is was only a matter of time before we would see it in the non-licensed National Parks or Forest Service liveries that have been so popular. The Forest Service and National …
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Jan 14 Ambassador Update: Brand new All-Terrain Crane & other upcoming basics…
Hello fellow collectors...For today's update we are going to stay in the basic range. We have already seen several upcoming basics, including a plethora of off-road models, the new Lambo Police, as well as the Renault. We have another new model to take a gander at today.(As always, these photos come courtesy of Mattel)The "Unstoppable" …
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Hot Wheels rare Off-Road Racing now available at Wheel Collectors…
I have gotten several questions over the last few months about the availability of the Off-Road Racing set from Hot Wheels. The availability of the Road Racer set, including the E30 BMW and Greenwood Vette, has been well documented, but the Off-Road set seemed to come and go quickly as well.While not as rare as …
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As is the Custom: My Faves for the Week ending January 11, 2012…
Another week of great customs. You want in? Email us at lamleygroup@gmail.com or post your pics on our Facebook page.On with it...The Custom of the Week goes to HWC member dragstueck, who is doing magical things with the Kool Kombi. Last week we featured his VW pickup carrying HW cases, and this week his fantastic …
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The Wild BRE Customs of MassPutra USACC Kustomz…
This is a fun one. While traveling through the many diecast-related sites and forums I came across the customs of Mass Putra. He has a multitude of fantastic pieces, but I loved his BRE series, which includes some over-the-top creations. So I asked him if he would like them displayed on Lamley, and here we …
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Variation Alert: Hot Wheels Jukebox Honda Civic with MC5’s…
I need to update variations more often. When I hear of a new variation, I try to wait to see if I can find it and post my own pics, but that rarely works out. I will try to do better.But here is one I did find. It looks like the Jukebox Series is replacing …
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First Look: Hot Wheels Boulevard ’55 Corvette & Pontiac Fiero…
Well, you probably haven't seen the iconic and beautiful '55 Corvette paired too often with a quirky 80's-mobile, the Pontiac Fiero (an icon for completely different reasons). But why not?Both of these were featured in last year's Boulevard series, and both...uh...have four wheels. We will stop the comparisons there. At least these two span the …
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DMC Model of the Day: Kyosho Factory Dealer Pagani Huayra…
This is our second look at the Pagani Huayra casting done as a special edition by the Kyosho OEM factory. It won't be the last.The silver version came my way awhile ago via DMC, and I decided to add one more to the collection. So I went orange. If you are going to have a …
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Model of the Day: Hot Wheels Racing James Garner COPO Corvette…
I have been waiting to show this one for awhile.It might be a little obvious that I am quite enamored with the final batch of Hot Wheels 2012 Racing. The BMW E30 M3, Porsche 935, and Greenwood Corvette were easily three of my favorites of the entire year. But we can't overlook this one. I have …
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Model of the Day: Hot Wheels Ferrari 458 Spider in blue…
Yes, this model has been on the pegs for a few weeks now. Maybe to old for First Look, and too young for a Model of the Day, but I am showing it anyway.I am showing it because I really like it. There are mixed feelings about the wheels, but I think they look great. …
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First Look: Matchbox 60th Anniversary Porsche 911 GT3…
When you say "Matchbox", different collectors think of different things. I think of sports cars. That is what I loved about Matchbox as a kid, and that is what I love about Matchbox now. Granted, the last couple of years have seen a lot smaller numbers of sports cars, but thankfully the team is giving …
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First Look: Matchbox 60th Anniversary Gift Pack Exclusive Cadillac Sedan Deville, ’69 Camaro, and T-Top Corvette…
It is hard to just say I like a Matchbox model these days. I can't even write a post here on Lamley just saying "Hey look! New Matchbox models! And they are cool!". Collectors don't like it when I do that.But I will. Hey look! New Matchbox models! And they are cool!Matchbox is commemorating their …
First Look: Hot Wheels Boulevard Renault 5 Turbo…
Shall we continue our look into "The Greatest Batch of Boulevard Ever!"? Boulevard was great last year, and it seemed to get better as the year progressed. The line has hit its stride now with the first batch of 2013, what with all the j-tin and such. But that nifty 510 Wagon and Skyline aren't …
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First Look: Matchbox 60th Anniversary Lamborghini Gallardo Police…
So I would call this number one.Not number one as in best, but number one of a handful of new Matchbox models I am really looking forward to this year. It is not 2007, when it seemed that most of every batch would appeal to a collector like me. It would be full of realistic …
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January 7 Ambassador Update: Upcoming 60th and Gift Pack Exclusives…
Well, we have kept the streak alive so far. We have had an update each Monday for several weeks now, and I still have some more to come. Plus the folks at Mattel are back after the holiday, and it is probably time for me to harass them for more sneaks and info.With that said, …
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Matchbox 2013 Batch C now out at MVE Collectibles…
Just a heads up that the newest Matchbox Batch is out, and MVE Collectibles has it. Many will be happy to finally see the Ford Explorer in the lineup, and I am very happy to have another Porsche 911 GT3. It looks like a decent batch.Be sure to check out MVE's store, and look into …
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The Customs of Lim Rikmun: Tomica & Hot Wheels…
We are once again more than thrilled to show off the customs of our great friend and seriously talented builder (and drawer), Lim Rikmun. Lim has worked his magic with a couple of Tomicas, two Hot Wheels BMW's, and a Hot Wheels Aventador. These are beautiful pieces, and sure to be enjoyed by our Lamley …
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As is the Custom: My Faves for the Week Ending January 6, 2013…
A new year, and the customs keep coming. Remember, send yours to us at lamleygroup@gmail.com or on our Facebook page...On with it...Picking a Custom of the Week was tough, especially between the first two we are showing. dragstueck's Kool Kombi pickup with HW cases in the back is superb, as is danielmodelmeister's ridiculous Gran Turismo …
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