Lamley hypes JDM, and says "Rrrrrrrrroadster" all funny. Â I am proud of both. Â Here is the US G Case, provided by A&J Toys. Enjoy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vGjN393mIFI
Hot Wheels 2018 G Case Unboxing
Unboxing: 2018 Matchbox D Case (with error)
The Matchbox D Case arrived from A&J Toys yesterday, and it's definitely a good one. Â Loaded with all kinds of nice models, most notably the Wagoneer. Â This specific case yielded an error as well. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IGkrX7u3QjU
Case Report: Hot Wheels 2018 H Case
The Hot Wheels H Case is officially out. Â Wheel Collectors got their shipment of International Cases earlier this week, and I have seen reports of H Case bins at Walmart. It's a good case, so whether you buy online or in store, it's time to get to it. Â All the models are listed now at …
The Hot Wheels Purge continues through the letter L
I am slowly working through the collection, and finally got through the letter L. Â A few Lambos got the heave. Â Check it out here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W9PRlia1SJw
Matchbox gives us another classic wagon with the new ’64 Ford Fairlane
If this were a few years ago, I would have introduced this post with something about how Matchbox is one of the best at doing wagons. Â Classic (Olds Vista Cruiser) to Sport (Audi RS6 Avant), it seemed Matchbox has always been dedicated to keeping cool wagons in the lineup. Other brands have caught on, and …
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The Hot Wheels 50th Anniversary Redline Replicas are making their way to market. They hit France first.
It is always cool to see a market that doesn't get a ton of attention in the diecast world all of a sudden get that attention. That has happened with France. Â There are a quite a few collectors in France, and I always enjoy hearing from them. Â They collect a lot of brands, and they …
Matchbox Sneak Peek: 2018 Texas Rangers, Dirty Mudders, and Transit City 5-packs
In the coming days, there will be a slew of Matchbox previews coming. Â 5-packs today, many more afterwards, in both video and photo form: https://www.instagram.com/p/BgtXV_mlWt-/?taken-by=thelamleygroup I have a photo preview hitting later today, and tonight I plan on taking photos of almost everything the Matchbox Team sent over to make sure those are ready as …
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Working through the Hondas, Infinitis, and Koenigseggs in the Hot Wheels collection.
My Hot Wheels purge continues through letters H, I, J, and K. Â In my collection at least, that means mostly Honda. Â Here is what stayed, and what went. Â Enjoy. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AQbmP_qXuM8
Battle of the Baby Bimmers: Hot Wheels BMW M2 vs Matchbox BMW 1M
If I could have any car - real car, not toy car - what would it be? I get asked that a lot. Â Many times by you diecast nerds, but also by a lot of non-diecast nerds who know I am a diecast nerd. Â And in all honesty I have no idea. Â I know what …
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Saturday Showcase: All the Hot Wheels Gulf Racing Models
Hard to say what car themed deco looks best on a Hot Wheels. Â I can make arguments for BRE, Mooneyes, Falken, and Advan. Â But the most iconic is probably Gulf Racing. There might have been some Hot Wheels Gulf Racing models in the past, but lately Hot Wheels has been on a tear. Â Several this …
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Hot Wheels Entertainment Gas Monkey Garage Corvette & Beatles Yellow Submarine are hitting Walmart
Go for the cupcake frosting, return with a couple of cool models: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iKRGvYyjxas
Purging the Hot Wheels Ford Collection, in two parts.
As much as I love JDM, I might have more Hot Wheels Fords than anything. Â Mustangs, Ford GT's, and one of my favorite completist collections, the Gran Torino Sport. So going through the Fords in my ongoing collection purge took awhile. Â So I split the videos into two. Â See what stays, and what goes. Â Enjoy: …
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Matchbox is throwing us three dark grey SUV’s. I think I like this Mazda CX-5 the best.
I have never stopped in my tracks when a Mazda CX-5 has driven by. Â No lowering of the sunglasses while that Ferris Bueller "Oh yeah" music plays. Â It is just another car on the road. Â Actually, Mazda has done some nice looking ordinary cars, and the CX-5 qualifies as nice-looking compared to other small crossovers, …
Ranking the Hot Wheels Skylines from 1st to 8th.
This was fun, thanks to an "on-location" setting in Las Vegas with Jay Kho. Â We will just say his opinion matters a lot more than mine. Thanks Jay. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wb1AygOysFg Now you try and rank them. Â Good luck.
Preview: Hot Wheels RLC Original 16 Custom Cougar
The Hot Wheels Redline Club has been the talk of the collecting world. Â First, new memberships finally opened, which meant MANY new members were welcomed in. Â And second, the first big sale of 2018 was the RLC Car Culture Bundle. Â Things have gone fine for most, but some cracked blisters and assortment mix-ups have caused …
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The second MiJo Exclusives Auto-Japan set from M2 Machines is now out.
I am still all in on M2's Auto-Japan series. Â Sure, they have done the same three castings - but all with M2-esque mods - but they have done them all right. Â The decos follow interesting themes, stay connected, and most importantly, look really good. I just found the next set of Auto-Japan at Walmart, and …
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Let’s see what cars are in my RLC Car Culture Bundle
It's been the talk among the Hot Wheels folks. Â Some of you received RLC Car Culture bundles with some odd assortments. Â Datsuns missing, replaced with extra Mustangs or Gassers. Â There is no doubt that's a bummer, and hopefully you have called customer service. Because of that, I thought it prudent to open the three sets …
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This little piggy went to Tomica Limited Vintage
That is the stupidest blog title ever, but you know you would have done it too. Â Because this: That is the new Toyoace Cattle Truck from Tomica Limited Vintage, coming in July 2018. Â And it comes with pigs. Â Yeah, I'm smiling. Â You are too. The July Release has been announced, and you can see it …
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Preview: Auto World 2018 Release 1, Version A & B
Auto World has jumped into 2018 with its first release, due in Walmarts and at hobby dealers this month. Round 2 send over the two versions, and here is a look. Â (That Dart though.) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oh-LIgcJrGA
Well that was a fun day.
After work yesterday I decided to take a quick jaunt to Las Vegas to visit my good friend Jay Kho. Â We made a video - coming later this week - and dined on Korean food. The only reason I am telling you this is that my trip back ended up being quite fruitful. Â I rarely …
Lamley Daily (Preview Edition): Matchbox 2016 Cadillac Escalade
#lamleydaily - March 18, 2018 Model: Matchbox 2016 Cadillac Escalade Line: 2018 Matchbox Mainline Where to get it: Coming in Mix F Why it will be added to my collection: Â I collect realistic, licensed Matchbox models in realistic colors and decos. Â This one qualifies. Â And it looks good. I still need to compare this one …
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A look at the EK Civic, Datsun 510 Rally, and other models in the Tomica Limited Vintage March 2018 Release
Tomica Limited Vintage rarely disappoints, and that continues with the March 2018 Release. Â The models arrived this weekend from Japan Booster, and as usual, I opened the package on camera. Â There is no denying how fantastic the Civic and 510 are, but the Hino Truck is a treat. Â You can find them all at Japan …
So what is up with the headlights on the Hot Wheels Mercedes-Benz AMG GT?
Let me say that is, seriously, one of my best finds this year: It's not a Super, or a Car Culture model, or a rare variation, but it still is a great find. Â It isn't even because this one heckuva look for the AMG GT casting. Â Black paint with dark rims is a fantastic choice. …
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Saturday Showcase: Tomica Limited Vintage Porsche 911
I've been working through some of my all-time favorite Tomica Limited Vintage models.  I showcased the Super Silhouettes last weekend, and this weekend comes the Porsche 911 (along with a few faves from Kyosho). Be sure to subscribe, and enjoy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nujICxvwvmA Find the TLV Porsches at Japan Booster.