Should we just get to it?We are now six assortments in to Car Culture, and let's be honest, we've been a bit spoiled. A premium series that is able to cater to all kinds of tastes. One that could even adjust to collector tastes. One that can go any direction it wants, from geography to …
Tomica Limited Vintage is just bringing it, and the R33 Nissan Skyline GT-R Autech is proof…
Tomica Limited Vintage just announced the June 2017 batch, and once again - if you are into TLV - it is loaded.On the heels of the Mazda Cosmo debut comes a Police version that looks amazing. Their popular 4-door Hakosuka Skyline is also there, in two new colors (that makes seven!). Even Nissan Cedric and …
Majorette unveils its 2017 line, and it is going to be a big year…
US collectors, do you have a friend in Europe? Or Asia? Maybe Canada? Or South America?If not, get crackin'. You might want a trade partner for the new Majorette coming out. Because dang, there is some good stuff.Majorette has unveiled a good portion of the 2017 line, as well as new castings coming. Not surprisingly …
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The Hot Wheels Drag Strip Demons ’65 Dodge Coronet is not a Gasser. But it is just as cool…
What is with the Gasser hype? All of a sudden Instagram is full of Hot Wheels Gassers, and prices are surging on eBay. Literally in the last couple of months, certain versions of the HW Mercury Comet Cyclone Gasser have gone from $5 models to a $50 models. Crazy to be sure. At least I …
The Hot Wheels Porsche 934.5 mimics its 1:1 counterpart in looks and creation…
Isn't this plethora of Porsche something?I can't complain. I won't complain. It's awesome. I am sure there are a few of you who feel you have had your fill, but considering the sheer number of Porsches that Hot Wheels can do, let's keep it coming. Strike while the iron is hot.You can't call Porsche the …
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The incredible Hot Wheels Bone Shaker collection (and room) of Nate Yerton…
If you could only collect one Hot Wheels casting, what would it be?Think for at least a second. You might immediately think of your favorite casting, but if it is one that isn't released that often, collecting might be a bit boring. Obviously it would need to be a casting you like, and hopefully one …
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Lamley Unboxing: Opening a Hot Wheels G Case…
So how do you value a Hot Wheels assortment? The number of collectable models in the batch or the quality of the collectable models in the case?Either works. You might not collect all 72 models in the G Case, but with the Porsche 934.5 inside, there is a good chance you will be happy about …
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The excellent Audi R8 LMS from Tarmac Works…
Tarmac Works at DaboxToysI think there is a element in collecting diecast that can be overlooked quite a bit. This benefit isn't something revolutionary, and would probably illicit a "no duh" response from most of you.But if you collect diecast, especially 1:64, which allows for more variety, you can't help but appreciate more and more …
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Hot Wheels RLC members, what is your choice for the Selection Model?
It is time to pick the Selections model again.If you are not familiar with the Selections model, it is an RLC model chosen and essentially designed by Red Line Club members. First they choose the casting, then the color, wheels, and deco.Of course the Hot Wheels team gives them some options, and the 8 casting …
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Lamley Showcase: The Mattel Fast & Furious Line (with a little sneak peek)…
A look at the brand new Mattel Fast & Furious line, with a preview of more models coming. Thanks to Mattel for the preview models. Photos and write-up coming soon...Enjoy the video. -
Cool Car Update: Hot Wheels Toyota Supra…
Do you ever find yourself just staring at your collection? A new version of a casting you collect comes out, and there is some strange thrill about adding it to the others. It is what makes us nerdy collectors nerdy. Add the new model and stare. So weird, but I love it.Of course that stare …
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Lamley Showcase: Johnny Lightning Collector Club…
Johnny Lighting Collector ClubIsn't it nice to have Johnny Lightning back around?There are probably a fair amount of collectors who don't remember Johnny Lightning back in its Praying Mantis days, and didn't know it ever vanished. But if you are a fan of Greenlight, M2, or Auto World, you need to know about Johnny Lightning.JL …
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The Jeep Gladiator is set to debut a new Matchbox wheel. For now, here is how the casting is coming along…
Another Matchbox preview, thanks to the Matchbox team. Yesterday we previewed a preproduction of the '90 VW Golf Country, and today a look at how the Jeep Gladiator is coming along.The last few years Matchbox has had a thing for Jeeps, so the Gladiator, while a concept, is no surprise. Me? I am not a …
ToyCarMag is a clever and very cool take on storing diecast cars…
toycarmag.comI am in the process of reorganizing my office. I miss the blue walls of my old office, so painting is in order. I also am going to change the background of the videos I do, as well as create more display space on the wall.One think I hope the reorganization will do is create …
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Here is a little preview of the 2017 Matchbox ’90 VW Golf Country…
I loved this post from what is becoming a favorite IG feed: VW Golf Country with Syncro 4x4 - one of only 7735 made - spotted & 📸 by @sigvicious #icelandcarculture #carspottingreykjavik #vw #volkswagen #vwgolf #vwgolfmk2 #golfmk2 #vwgolfcountry #vwgolfcountry4x4 #vwgolfsyncro #vwlove #dasauto #4x4 #syncro #offroad #allrad #adventuremobile #landmannalaugar #carworld #carstagram #carspotting #carsofinstagram #icelandtravel #icelandA photo …
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Lamley Unboxing: 2017 Matchbox D Case…
Every rose has its thorn. Just like every night has its dawn. Just like every cowboy, sings his sad, sad song. Every year has its dud case.Think those are the lyrics immortalized by Poison. Maybe not. Even so these lyrics seemed appropriate. There are some good models in the case, but all in all it …
Lamley Showcase: 2017 Hot Wheels Car Culture Air-Cooled…
Assortment Number Two for Car Culture in 2017, and I think this will continue the run of popular Car Culture releases. Not that it is a bold prediction to say this will be popular when there are three VW's and a Porsche, not to mention some dream wheels for customizers.We have seen these models in …
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Case Report: 2017 Hot Wheels G Case…
2017 Hot Wheels G Case at Wheel CollectorsCrazy to think that the Hot Wheels G and H Cases mark the halfway point of the 2017 Hot Wheels year. Half. It always seems too fast, but we are right on schedule.Wheel Collectors received their G Cases yesterday, and as always, grabbed one at random for a …
The Texas Drive ‘Em returns for Hot Wheels Nationals…
Two appearances in two conventions. That's Drag Bus territory.After its turn as a Sales Car at last fall's Hot Wheels Conention in Los Angeles, the Texas Drive 'Em once again will appear as a Sales Car at Nationals in April.Collectors Events Unlimited unveiled the TDE on their Facebook page yesterday. The reaction was predictable. A …
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Hot Wheels Car Culture Air-Cooled has dropped at Target…
Here is a surprise. Target has been the place for early Car Culture in 2017, and that goes for the latest batch, Air Cooled. A few of you reported finding the batch earlier this week, and to my surprise this morning, my Target came through as well. The batch is loaded. Then again, any batch …
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Lamley Unboxing: Opening a 2017 Hot Wheels F Case…
Porsches, Datsuns with new wheels, new Corvette casting, emoji recolors, and even toilet cars. This case, which arrived earlier this week from A&J Toys, appears to have a little something for everyone.Even I couldn't resist the allure of the Gotta Go. Enjoy the video and stay until the end...-
Fast & Furious Preview, Part 2: The fantastic debuts outshine the repeats…
You collectors here in the US, you know what I am talking about. Every Hot Wheels special 8-car assortment, whether it be BMW, or Porsche, or Mario Brothers, or even Fast & Furious, has that car that lingers. The Bin of Death swallows them, and the occasionally come up for air, destroyed card and all.You …
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Lamley DLM: Opening Hot Wheels American Muscle and Pickups…
I am pretty proud of DLM (Diecast Liberation Movement) skills. There have been very few models I haven't been able to open.My "don't bump the camera" skills need some help. This video could have been better had I not bumped the camera and missed that it turned off. Because my dramatic opening of the RLC …
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The February Tomica Limited Vintage Order Page is up, and it is heavy on big buses…
February Tomica Limited Vintage Assortment at Japan Booster"Big buses" is reduntant. Buses are big. This should actually say "Small buses" because the Nissan Civilian is a small bus compared to your standard city bus.But both are there.It has been awhile since TLV releases some buses, so the February assortment is most welcome. Two Civilians and …