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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 …
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.
Just got the word from Japan Booster that the March Release from Tomica Limited Vintage has arrived, and yes, it's loaded: Tomica Limited Vintage at Japan Booster It starts with the return of two very popular models. Â First the EK Civic Type R debuted last month to much fanfare, and it returns this month in …
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One of the pride and joys of my 1/64 collection, the Tomica Limited Vintage Super Silhouettes. Here are all 8 released by TLV. You can find them - occasionally - at Japan Booster. I've photographed these a lot. Â Here is my video showcase. Â Enjoy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NUGoZx_4MyY
#lamleydaily - March 5th, 2018 Model: 1997 Honda Civic Type R Line: Tomica Limited Vintage Neo Where to get it: Grab either color from Japan Booster, but they go fast Why it's in the collection: Because it's a Tomica Limited Vintage. Â But beyond that, it's a Honda done by TLV. Â That is a no-brainer combo. …
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#lamleydaily - February 21st, 2018 Model: Toyota Celica 1800GT-T Line: Tomica Limited Vintage Neo Where to get it: There is one available right now at Japan Booster Why it's in the collection: Like the Supra I showcased yesterday, the 3rd Gen Celica doesn't get a ton of love in today's JDM obsessed world.  The GT-T especially. …
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#lamleydaily - February 19, 2018 Model: (A70) Toyota Supra 2.0 Twin Turbo Line: Tomica Limited Vintage Neo Where to get it: I always get my TLV at Japan Booster Why its in the collection: The A70 Supra is a bit ignored in the diecast world. Â Not that the Celica Supras are exactly paid attention to, …
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I will spare you the babbling. Â What you want to know is that the HIGHLY ANTICIPATED EK Honda Civics from Tomica Limited Vintage have hit, and they are available now (at least as I type this) at Japan Booster: Tomica Limited Vintage at Japan Booster These models will be red-hot, and will sell out quickly, …
With TLV releasing another Hino Truck in May, I thought it prudent to revisit this post from four years ago. Â Just to whet your appetite. Â This fire truck might be the most insane model in my collection. Â And yes, it's coming out when I do a Hino feature in May with the Wing Roof. Â I …
I have touted Tomica Limited Vintage for awhile now, and I promise that won't stop. Â Quality-wise it remains the best 1/64 brand out by a mile, and I don't see any competitors. Every month, TLV releases a new batch, sometimes with great fanfare - think Super Silhouettes or other vintage racing cars - and other …
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My birthday falls in January, and I want to thank Tomica Limited Vintage for thinking of me. Â They brought back an all-time favorite of mine, the Toyota Crown Wagon. Â How sweet of them to think of me. This is only part of the batch. Â There is a lot more, and they are all available now …
#lamleydaily - December 17, 2017 Model: Tomica Limited Vintage Neo Toyota TownAce Wagon Where to get it: Japan Booster has it. Why it's in the collection: So I have to think there are a lot of people who typically read the blog who aren't even giving this post one glance. Â Those of you that are, …
#lamleydaily - December 11, 2017 Model: Tomica Limited Vintage Datsun Bluebird 1600SSS Line: 5000km to Glory Where to get it: It pops up occasionally at Japan Booster Why it's in the collection: It is hard to ignore a Datsun Bluebird Rally. Â Many diecast companies have done one, and I have a good number of …
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On numerous occasions I have mentioned my monthly packages from Japan Booster are like little visits from Santa. Well, occasionally those paths cross. Â The December batch of Tomica Limited Vintage is out, just in time for Christmas. Â That means you can get these models you want, add a few from the Japan Booster holiday sale, …
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Sorry for the lack of the photos the last month. Â I know there has been a heavy dose of videos lately, and hopefully you find a few here and there interesting. My travel schedule has been hectic, and I just haven't had the time I need in my office at home. Â That means when I …
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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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UPDATE: The Damaged Box Sale has come and gone, but Japan Booster has marked down a ton of other items for Black Friday. Â All the sale items are here: Black Friday Sale at Japan Booster Let's cut to the chase. Â Here is the link. Â They will go rapid fast so grab what you want. Â You …
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As the package was coming from Japan Booster, it was all about the Datsun Rally from the "5000km to Glory" series. Â It still is, but wow those Laurels are cool. The models are available at the Japan Booster eBay Store right now, and prepare for the Damaged Box Sale coming on Black Friday. Â More on …
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The November batch is here. Japan Booster has it, and they sent over some photos, which are below. Â But I think this one will be of the most interest: There are certain models that just require more attention than others, and this is one. Â I am sure there will be a comment or two about …
The photos are coming, but lets start with a first look.  All four models are available now at Japan Booster. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TqiHb6tqMi8
A couple of heads up to get out to everyone. Â Our friends at Japan Booster just let me know that the October assortment is here. Â It is a small one, but it packs a punch. Â Two more GT-Rs and the fantastic Toyota Crestas. You can find them now at the Japan Booster eBay store. But …
#lamleydaily - September 30, 2017 Models: Tomica Limited Vintage Neo Mazda 787b and Nissan Atlas F24 Safety Loader Where to get them: Both are available now at Japan Booster Why they are in the collection: These models couldn't be more different, in most ways at least. Â But they do share some important factors. Â both come …
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I'm not even going to write that much about this. Â I will let the photos speak for themselves. Â And you need to get on this right now. The September Assortment from Tomica Limited Vintage has just been released, and it's loaded. Â The highly-anticipated Le Mans winning Mazda 787B, the second color of the Nissan Atlas …
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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