A couple of models I haven't gotten to yet:Hot Wheels Hurst Olds 442:This is not a casting I would normally pick up, nor is it the best casting HW has done, but in this design it seemed a like a good one to have, mainly because it is based on this:A little info on the …
First Look: Hot Wheels Porsche Boxster Spyder…
Finally, the last of three HW New Models the Lamley Group is previewing. We have already seen the Corvette Z06, 71 Hemi Cuda, and now the Porsche Boxster Spyder:I have had this model for a week and I still don't know what to make of it. The new Boxster is a fantastic-looking car, and I …
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First Look: Hot Wheels Porsche Boxster Spyder…
Finally, the last of three HW New Models the Lamley Group is previewing. Â We have already seen the Corvette Z06, 71 Hemi Cuda, and now the Porsche Boxster Spyder:I have had this model for a week and I still don't know what to make of it. Â The new Boxster is a fantastic-looking car, and I …
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Hot Wheels Cadillac CTS-V collection (with wheel variations)…
My collection generally focuses on three things - Mattel diecast brands (HW/MB), sports cars/imports, and wheel variations. Â In other words, if it is a sports car or import done by either Matchbox or Hot Wheels and has a wheel variation, I want it.Or we can put it another way. Â If it is a sports car …
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Hot Wheels Cadillac CTS-V collection (with wheel variations)…
My collection generally focuses on three things - Mattel diecast brands (HW/MB), sports cars/imports, and wheel variations. In other words, if it is a sports car or import done by either Matchbox or Hot Wheels and has a wheel variation, I want it.Or we can put it another way. If it is a sports car …
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Porsche Boxster First Look coming tomorrow…In the meantime, enjoy some other white HW Porsches…
Yes, I admit to using the "tease" when it comes to the Porsche Boxster First Look photos, but I promise they are coming tomorrow. Â Bookmark the page, like us on Facebook, and follow us on Twitter so you can be the first to see the Boxster.But you might have come today to see the new …
Porsche Boxster First Look coming tomorrow…In the meantime, enjoy some other white HW Porsches…
Yes, I admit to using the "tease" when it comes to the Porsche Boxster First Look photos, but I promise they are coming tomorrow. Bookmark the page, like us on Facebook, and follow us on Twitter so you can be the first to see the Boxster.But you might have come today to see the new …
HW variation alert: 69 Camaro with MC5 wheels & a Ferrari California Update…
Wheel variations are a Lamley forte, so we will try and keep you updated on wheel variations as they are found. Just reported by HWC member IntegreTypeR - 69 Camaro with MC5. So if you are a completist, that makes three versions to seek out - the basic model, the Super TH, and now the …
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HW variation alert: 69 Camaro with MC5 wheels & a Ferrari California Update…
Wheel variations are a Lamley forte, so we will try and keep you updated on wheel variations as they are found. Just reported by HWC member IntegreTypeR - 69 Camaro with MC5. So if you are a completist, that makes three versions to seek out - the basic model, the Super TH, and now the …
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DLMer’s view of the Hot Wheels Dan Wheldon Lionheart DW-1…
Considering Sunday was Indy 500, it seems appropriate to celebrate the late Dan Wheldon by giving Hot Wheels' tribute to him, the fantastic DW-1, the DLM treatment:
DLMer’s view of the Hot Wheels Dan Wheldon Lionheart DW-1…
Considering Sunday was Indy 500, it seems appropriate to celebrate the late Dan Wheldon by giving Hot Wheels' tribute to him, the fantastic DW-1, the DLM treatment:
First Look: HW ’71 Hemi Cuda
First Look 2 of 3...While I am not the fan of muscle cars that many are, I do have an appreciation of quite a few. Â I am a sucker for the 69 Camaro, for example, the 69-70 Pontiac GTO's, and a decent amount of Mopar, to name a few. Â One of those is the Plymouth …
First Look: HW ’71 Hemi Cuda
First Look 2 of 3...While I am not the fan of muscle cars that many are, I do have an appreciation of quite a few. I am a sucker for the 69 Camaro, for example, the 69-70 Pontiac GTO's, and a decent amount of Mopar, to name a few. One of those is the Plymouth …
First Look: HW ’12 Corvette Z06…
As promised, I have a few First Looks for you. Â One tonight, one tomorrow, and final model on Sunday.First up:'12 Corvette Z06Some comparison pics with earlier Corvette castings:Corvettes are growing on me, and this one pretty much convinces me that this is a great looking car. Â And what a debut in black!! Â A real winner.More …
First Look: HW ’12 Corvette Z06…
As promised, I have a few First Looks for you. One tonight, one tomorrow, and final model on Sunday.First up:'12 Corvette Z06Some comparison pics with earlier Corvette castings:Corvettes are growing on me, and this one pretty much convinces me that this is a great looking car. And what a debut in black!! A real winner.More …
DLMer’s view of the 69 Camaro Super TH and Malibu TH…and should I open the DW-1?
I am home, and as promised, true Lamley-style DLM photos of the Treasure Hunts I found earlier this week:69 Camaro Super Treasure Hunt65 Malibu Treasure HuntNow I am not a muscle car guy like many collectors, but there is no denying these are two fantastic models. Â I am very happy to be adding both into …
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DLMer’s view of the 69 Camaro Super TH and Malibu TH…and should I open the DW-1?
I am home, and as promised, true Lamley-style DLM photos of the Treasure Hunts I found earlier this week:69 Camaro Super Treasure Hunt65 Malibu Treasure HuntNow I am not a muscle car guy like many collectors, but there is no denying these are two fantastic models. I am very happy to be adding both into …
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Out of the Archives: The final batch of Speed Machines…
As I stated earlier, I am traveling this week. That means I don't have access to the mini studio I use. But don't worry, I will be back to that soon enough.So off to the archives I go. Tonight we have pics of the some of the models from the final batch of Speed Machines. …
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Out of the Archives: The final batch of Speed Machines…
As I stated earlier, I am traveling this week. That means I don't have access to the mini studio I use. But don't worry, I will be back to that soon enough.So off to the archives I go. Tonight we have pics of the some of the models from the final batch of Speed Machines. …
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DLMer’s view of the Honda S2000 Super Treasure Hunt…
Based on today's finds, you can anticipate DLM'd photos of the Super 69 Camaro and Malibu Treasure Hunt. But as I stated in the last post, I am not home until Friday, so we will wait until then. In the meantime, here are pics of my favorite Super TH this year so far (still need …
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DLMer’s view of the Honda S2000 Super Treasure Hunt…
Based on today's finds, you can anticipate DLM'd photos of the Super 69 Camaro and Malibu Treasure Hunt. But as I stated in the last post, I am not home until Friday, so we will wait until then. In the meantime, here are pics of my favorite Super TH this year so far (still need …
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HW variation alert: FTE2 Ford Mustang Super Snake with 10sp wheels…
I finally picked up the FTE2 Super Snake at the store today, and put it together with the 10sp version that was shipped to me from Australia. It was found at Toys R Us in a 20-pack. I assume there is a very good chance we see it here in future multipacks, but for now, …
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HW variation alert: FTE2 Ford Mustang Super Snake with 10sp wheels…
I finally picked up the FTE2 Super Snake at the store today, and put it together with the 10sp version that was shipped to me from Australia. Â It was found at Toys R Us in a 20-pack. Â I assume there is a very good chance we see it here in future multipacks, but for now, …
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Loose pics of Hot Wheels’ first foray into Bosozoku styling, the Mad Manga…
I have really been looking forward to having the new Mad Manga in my hands. It is a great addition to the HW lineup, and exposes a very unique corner of the auto world to a lot of people who did not know about it.This Kaido Racer creation by Hot Wheels' resident JNC expert Jun …
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