It’s been a long time since I’ve been a completist collector. The year was 1997 and I was 13 years old.
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Squarebody madness takes a twist with this upcoming M2 gem
M2 Machines dropped this preview today: https://www.instagram.com/p/B01dE_YAr_g/ I don't need to say anything else. That is simply an incredible model, and I have to have it. Must have it. Squarebody fever is at a...well...fever pitch, and we should just all embrace it. Hot Wheels continues to give us theirs, Matchbox too, and now AW and …
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M2 Machines is expanding its Auto-Japan lineup with the Datsun 620 pickup. It looks fantastic.
Hakosuka, 510, 240Z. Hakosuka, 510, 240Z. Hakosuka, 510, 240Z. M2 Machines generated a ton of excitement awhile ago when it dropped its first group of JDM models, expanding from its Muscle and American Classic roots. Sure, those models had been done by other brands, but the M2 take was most welcome. Because of the many …
Check out the new M2 Machines Auto-Japan/Coca-Cola line.
M2 Machines announced this today. The Coca-Cola lines from M2 have been fantastic, and obviously well received, and now they are coming for the JDM collectors. Â There will be a retail and hobby-only release, with three Chase models, including one Super Chase, mixed in both sets. With my limited space for my collection, I have …
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How rad is this M2 Machines Skyline with vintage Yokohama livery?
The crew at M2 Machines sent their Thanksgiving greetings with the unveiling of this super cool Auto-Hauler set: https://www.instagram.com/p/BqfC1foALyQ/ That is their C110 Skyline and Hauler in vintage Yokohama livery, and it is just way too cool. Â And it is coming soon. Designer Sean Taylor gave a few more details on his own IG feed: …
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This was a first: Knee-deep in sealed M2 cases.
Sometimes you don't think too much about what you found. Â You just find it, enjoy it, and move on. Â That happened several years ago when I came across a dump bin at a rural Kmart and pulled not one, not two, but seven Super Ford Focus (Focii?). Â It was there, and I enjoyed the find. …
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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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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 …
M2 Machines previewed their cool new Coca-Cola line at the NY Toy Fair. Here is a look.
It has been a few weeks since the New York Toy Fair ended, but there is one thing I want to make sure gets shown here. Â Coke and M2. Â And it's cool. My friend Tim Pagano from MVE Collectibles was there, and he was able to take some pics of the upcoming M2/Coca-Cola collaboration, and …
M2 Machines previews Auto-Japan Series 2 at the New York Toy Fair
The last few days has been a toy fest in NYC. Â February means the New York Toy Fair, which is a massive gathering of toymakers and retail reps, previewing all that is to come. Every year a good friend of mine, Tim Pagano of MVE Collectibles, heads over to check out all the goodies, and …
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M2 Machines unveils it’s latest 1/24 scale Datsun 510. I wish they would stop making me want these larger scale models.
I've said it before, and the rule continues. Â I am ALL IN on M2 Machines Auto-Japan. Â As space for my collection keeps dwindling, I have to be very specific in what I collect. Â And with M2's prolific output, I need to be extra picky. They made it easy with the launch of Auto-Japan. Â Taking my …
The latest M2 Machines Auto-Trucks is out. I’m staring at the new Chevrolet C60
This is a release I had to write about. Â M2 Machines releasing a new Auto-Trucks mix is not necessarily huge news. Â But when the new Chevrolet C60 is part of that set, it's news. Â At least for me. https://www.instagram.com/p/Bbcuk7uB2M6/?taken-by=m2machines My approach to M2 is simple. Â Pursue all the Auto-Japan, and snag all the other models …
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Check out the M2 Machines SEMA Exclusive Hakosuka Skylines
These were made available today at the M2 booth at SEMA: Nissan C10 Skyline, done in a special livery for SEMA, and only 600 regular and 300 Chase models. Â The cases were being gobbled up, and for good reason. Â These are gorgeous. More on these later. Â Thanks to Jay Kho for the pics.
I’m locked in with Auto-Japan from M2 Machines. LOCKED. IN.
I am sure the folks at M2 will really love the fact that I am starting a post about their stuff by mentioning a line from Hot Wheels. Â But Sean & crew, stay with me. Â You will like what I am going to write. I am very excited about the upcoming Car Culture Japan Historics …
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M2 Machines unveils Auto-Japan Series 2, upcoming 1/24 scale Datsun 510
Will everyone stop making such awesome stuff!?! Â This is getting really hard to keep up with. A month ago I was all about M2's new Auto-Japan, then Auto World sent over the Lead Sled, plus I've been hunting Red Editions, and JCCS is coming, and the Hot Wheels Convention, and HW Modern Classics is coming. …
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The “Hobby-Only” M2 Machines Mooneyes set is now out.
Another heads up for you Mooneyes collectors. Â (That includes me, and interestingly enough, my 11-year-old daughter.) On the heels of the Mooneyes Walmart-exclusive set that hit last month, M2 Machines has released the Hobby Exclusive Mooneyes set as well. Â And it is available now at SURPLUSgoodies: M2 Mooneyes Hobby Exclusives at SURPLUSgoodies I really like …
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I opened the M2 Machines Auto-Japan models (Chases too), and they are even better.
There are two questions that come up with M2, and they have definitely come my way with the new Auto-Japan series: How do they compare with other small scale models size-wise? How is the quality, and do they roll? Well, let me answer those. Â In order to answer them, I need to open them. Â So …
M2 Machines goes JDM with the new Auto-Japan Walmart Exclusives. Here is a preview.
Don't say it. Â DON'T SAY IT!! This is not Lamley Hype. This is not JDM Hype. Â This is not a diecast manufacturer just trying to tap into the JDM buzz. This is a new set of tremendous models from M2. This is M2 reflecting the interests of the car world, and nailing it. Â This is …
2017 is the year of the Datsun 510 Rally. Be ready.
The next phase of the JDM small-scale takeover is here. Â Prepare for Datsun 510 Rally overload. Â It's gonna be awesome. The 510 Rally is here. Within the last few days, both Tomica Limited Vintage and M2 Machines have unveiled 510 Rallys, in very similar liveries. The M2 510 is part of the brand new Auto …
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M2 Machines unveil the brand new Auto-Japan line.
We've all known it is coming. Â M2 Machines finally gave us our first look at what will surely by one of the most anticipated releases of 2017: https://www.instagram.com/p/BVFhBdgBNH0/?taken-by=m2machines Honestly, it is a beautiful line, and it SCREAMS of M2. Â Both stock and custom, and every model sporting that automotive purity (is that a term?) that …
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The M2 Machines VW Double Cab Camper is insanely cool. Here is how M2 Designer Sean Taylor made it happen.
A few months ago M2 caused quite the stir with their VW Double Cabs. Â 6 models, all different, all based on the '59/'60 Double Cab Pickup. Â In typical M2 fashion, the models were highly detailed, but the styles and looks of each represented a different element of the car world, from stock to aftermarket. https://youtu.be/m0zpDYzXs4M …
M2 Machines unveils the first images of the upcoming 1970 Datsun Fairlady Z
Here I am, grinding along in my daily duties when an email pops up that definitely wakes me up.One of the big developments in the diecast world this year is M2's take on Japanese cars. Â They are coming later this year, but Head Designer Sean Taylor is sharing the first image. I'm just gonna leave …
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M2 debuts one kickarse pickup.
There is a certain note out there that minicar makers can hit. Â It isn't the same note, it is just the right note. Â M2 just hit one of its sweetest notes with this: M2 sneak peek of new 1/64 scale 1972 Ford Flareside Long Bed 4X4 Truck!!! #m2 #m2machines #ford #truck #flareside #longbed #4X4 #diecast …
M2 Machines is setting the diecast world on its head with the VW Double Cabs…
The little car side of Instagram blew up last night. Â Posts started popping up of M2 Machines VW Double Cab finds. Some were lucky and found one of the Chase models, while others were happy to find the set itself. Â I don't blame any of them for their excitement, or for all the online chatter …
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