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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. I'm always up for more classic American cars in the Auto World Premium, but there is more to see. Methinks the R34 slot cars might grab the attention of a few of you. 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. 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. The Road Runners are coming.
New 1/64 wagon castings will be a highlight of 2018. 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. 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. 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. One of them is "everyone loves a Gulf Racing Ford GT40". It applies to diecast too. If a Ford GT40 replica is made, it will eventually go Gulf. And if a Ford GT40 replica goes Gulf, collectors will buy it. 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. Wood Paneling, light tan, and, yes, power windows. 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. 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. 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. It may not be as sleek or as cool as …
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I have never seen Christine. I probably should. 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. The Plymouth Fury is a character. And it has generated some stellar …
Auto World has had a tremendous 2017. 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. At least until the last couple of weeks. I have felt some heat coming from the collector world about Auto World. I think many people are starting to catch on as to how cool these classic American car castings are. And yeah, there are chases. …
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A few of you have reported finding the latest set from Auto World at Walmart. You are a lucky bunch. Auto World is on a good run at the moment. The hobby-exclusive Lead Sled Wagons are out, as are the four Toys R Us exclusives. 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. Two that are more accustomed to doing replicas of vintage cars - one classic Japanese, the other classic American. Two with a rare foray into today's machines. Two doing sinister replicas of some modern, growling, speedsters. Two replicas that …
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Heads up for you Auto World, Johnny Lightning, and MiJo collectors. The next set of MiJo Exclusives from Round2 are out, and our friends at SURPLUSgoodies have them: MiJo Exclusives at SURPLUSgoodies Hard to know which of these two models will interest collectors more. The Johnny Lightning Datsuns will clearly be of interest, considering they …
There are a lot of "bests" in 2017. Obviously that doesn't make a ton of sense, as "best" can really only be one thing. Maybe I can call 2017 one of the "best" years for 1/64 diecast. The year isn't over, so when it is I will try and make sense of all the awesomeness …
Two more Auto World Ford GT40's have hit hobby stores. Yes, that is two more GT40's. These two join the standard store releases and the AW Hobby Exclusives to make a total of six (not counting the chase models). You can find this pair along with the other just-released MiJo Exclusives at SURPLUSgoodies: Auto World …
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#lamleydaily - July 17, 2017 Model: Auto World 1973 Plymouth Road Runner Line: Auto World Hemmings Where to get it: Auto World Plymough Roadrunner on ebay Why it's in the collection: Honestly I don't know how I pass up on Auto World these days, especially on that looks like this one. AW's commitment to realism …
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You know one of the benefits of doing a blog like this for so long? People know what you like. So last week I got an email from Chad at Auto World telling me to check the AW Facebook Page. He thought I might like what I saw. So I looked. And Chad was right. …
Whenever I feature Auto World cars, I get an influx of inquiries on where to buy them. Obviously Walmart and some Targets, but with a somewhat sporadic distribution, online hobby stores is a great way to go. Especially now. Auto World and Johnny Lightning, both Round2 brands, have just released the first round of 2017 …
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True story. A couple of Fridays ago I was in a waiting room, doing what everyone does in a waiting room these days - putzing around on my phone. Inevitably I found myself on Facebook. Kid pictures - Trump - Summer vacation - Trump - movie trailer - Trump. You know the scrolling drill. It …
If you haven't been watching Round 2's monthly Product Spotlights, you really should. Chad at Round 2 walks through new products from all their brands, including Auto World and Johnny Lightning. Nice to see the Auto World Deluxe models return, which are a little cheaper than the standard AW models. Check it out. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fNDg69GjecM
If you aren't following Auto World on Facebook, you really should be. Every Friday they throw out a tidbit of news, including previews of new models. And today's news was pretty cool. Auto World unveiled two models coming in 2017 Premium Release 3, due in July. Both are 1965 Plymouth Barracudas, a model they have …