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Alright let's make sense of this out of the gate. Today I am previewing Release 3. Release 1 is out, Release 2 is not, but here is Release 3. If you don't follow Auto World you may not care, but considering the new Chevy Squarebody Trucks are mashed into this group means a lot of …
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Actually, Auto World is giving us two releases this month, Premium Releases 2 and 3. The brand was never about speed, as we are getting these halfway through the year, but they are certainly worth it. Chad at Round2 previewed both, and they look great. https://youtu.be/jz6SdNxPZtA
Call it pre-Squarebody. The Auto World Chevy Trucks are coming, and from the vibe I am getting, it will be the Auto World equivalent of TLV's Ferraris. Something completely new, and very exciting. But as I have said with the TLV Ferraris, let the Squarebodies be the entry, and then immerse yourself in the fantastic …
Wow, what a lineup. One thing that I love about Auto World is, like TLV, it is not afraid to take on a standard car. Â Meaning not every replica has to be a Camaro, or Skyline, or Ferrari. Â But, also like TLV, it is fun when they go with the hits. And they did with …
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Look at this if you'd like. Â I am actually placing it here for my own reference. Â Just want to make sure I have the Auto World models I want. Photos from Auto World Garage. Ford Mustang Mach 1 Ford GT40 '67 Mustang '69 Pontiac Firebird '76 Cadillac Chevy Kingswood Estate …
September saw the release of two truly significant premium 1/64 models. Â The Mazda RX-7 by Tomica Limited Vintage was the first. Â The Buick Estate Wagon by Auto World was the second. The Buick Estate was already significant in that it was the first new casting from Auto World in a long time. Â AW is famously …
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If I could, I would show you a pic of my desk, but right now I can't. Â But know it is full of Hot Wheels Convention and Car Culture models and upcoming 2019 Matchbox. Â And everything that is sitting here is definitely exciting. Â Both brands are on a roll, and collecting them has been a …
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You want new Auto World tools. Â I do too. Â They are delivering in a serious way. Many new tools to come, but it starts with the new Chevy Impala and Buick Estate Wagon. Â Both are most welcome, but the Buick takes the cake for me, and further solidifies AW as the king of classic American …
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
Ben Kiehn caused a little buzz here a couple of years ago when he wrote a guest post for Lamley documenting his liberation of a super rare Auto World Ford GT40 Ultra Raw. This is a big deal, mainly because there are only 10 Ultra Raws produced of each AW release, when they even do …
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I love that Round2 does these videos. Â I'm always up for more classic American cars in the Auto World Premium, but there is more to see. Â Methinks the R34 slot cars might grab the attention of a few of you. Â Enjoy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H9Ai83zwbrg
Making space today, and I had these six beauties stacked up on my desk, just waiting to be opened. Â Mission accomplished: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EN6BzmD_e4E The Challenger and Barracudas are out, and available at SURPLUSgoodies, as well as other hobby dealers. Â The Road Runners are coming.
New 1/64 wagon castings will be a highlight of 2018. Â We have seen Hot Wheels' new Skyline Wagon, and Matchbox has shared early versions of its upcoming 1964 Ford Fairlane Wagon. There is bound to be a lot more. Â Tomica Limited Vintage can always be counted on for a nice wagon or two, and I …
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Mijo Exclusives is on a tear, with the M2 Auto-Japan Set, and now some beauties from Johnny Lightning and Auto World. Â Here is as look, along with a walk-through some Gulf GT40's and all the Auto World releases. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6yNG9xRH-I8 These are available how at SURPLUSgoodies, and by golly they are worth it: SURPLUSgoodies on ebay
There are a few no-brainers in the car world. Â One of them is "everyone loves a Gulf Racing Ford GT40". It applies to diecast too. Â If a Ford GT40 replica is made, it will eventually go Gulf. Â And if a Ford GT40 replica goes Gulf, collectors will buy it. Â With that in mind, check this …
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As the Thanksgiving weekend came to a close, and as I was one of the kajillion road-tripping home, my mind turned to our old Grand Marquis Station Wagon. Â Wood Paneling, light tan, and, yes, power windows. Â My family of eight was living large. If you grow up in a wagon, that love will never die. …
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That title makes sense today, here on Thanksgiving. Â For those of you visiting this post any of the other 364 days of the year, now you know the context. It is a time to be thankful, and I am thankful for many many things, including all of you who make doing this blog/channel/etc so enjoyable. …
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Black Friday is a thing, even in the diecast world. Â Many of you like to get out on the Friday after Thanksgiving to see what Super TH delectables Santa has left on the pegs, but there are a lot more deals online. So throughout the week, as we have done the last few years, be …
2017 Release 4 will be here soon, and while the previews are done, I had to show off this beautiful pair of Mustangs. The '71 Mach 1 doesn't get the same amount of love that other Mustangs do, but Auto World shows why it should. Â It may not be as sleek or as cool as …
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I have never seen Christine. Â I probably should. Â I like cars, but have never thought too much about haunted cars. So I don't know the story, but I do know the movie bred an automotive icon, along the lines of KITT and Eleanor. Â The Plymouth Fury is a character. Â And it has generated some stellar …
Auto World has had a tremendous 2017. Â If you have collected the brand for a few years now, I am sure the lack of new castings this year might be a knock, but I think you could agree that the releases themselves have been tremendous. The fact is the majority of collectors are new to …
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It has been awhile since I found an Ultra Red. Â At least until the last couple of weeks. I have felt some heat coming from the collector world about Auto World. Â I think many people are starting to catch on as to how cool these classic American car castings are. Â And yeah, there are chases. …
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A few of you have reported finding the latest set from Auto World at Walmart. Â You are a lucky bunch. Auto World is on a good run at the moment. Â The hobby-exclusive Lead Sled Wagons are out, as are the four Toys R Us exclusives. Â But don't sleep on the standard Premium Release either. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RPDIHgDOtCE …
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Two of the best 1/64 diecast makers on the planet, both obsessed with scale and detail. Â Two that are more accustomed to doing replicas of vintage cars - one classic Japanese, the other classic American. Â Two with a rare foray into today's machines. Â Two doing sinister replicas of some modern, growling, speedsters. Â Two replicas that …
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