Tomica this week unveiled its new 4D line, due in October. The models look like basic Tomica, with one major difference. I'll let this rad video demonstrate: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=47m85tqdCBY Push down on the car, it "starts". Via a speaker in the model, the engine revs and the car vibrates. It then idles, and when pushed again … Continue reading You need to check out the new Tomica 4D line. Bring your 5-year-old self with you.
My guess is most of you know about this at this point, but Tomica dropped one of the bombshells of the year this week: If you haven't heard, Takara Tomy announced that the Tomica line will extend to Ferrari models. And to start the La Ferrari will debut in the basic range, and a stunning … Continue reading Did the Ferrari license move from Maisto to Tomica? Dare I dream of a TLV Ferrari?
Ok, it is finally time. I get asked A LOT why I don't feature Tomica basic cars. With my love for Tomica Limited Vintage, and based on the fact that I feature Hot Wheels, Matchbox, and even Majorette, it doesn't make much sense that Tomica gets ignored. Frankly, the only reason I haven't is because … Continue reading The charming world of Tomica Toy Cars is finally coming to Lamley
Let's welcome back the Resident Tomica Expert, Jay Kho, for another look at some recent Tomica Premium releases:Some of 90’s legends by Tomica Premium Many moons ago, I remember discussing with a friend that one of the greatest eras in automotive history was the early 90’s. If you weren't Rolling with a 5.0 with the … Continue reading Tomica Premium 90’s Legends: Nissan 300ZX & Acura NSX, by Jay Kho
Jay Kho, the RTE (Resident Tomica Expert) is back, this time with a look at a special set of Tomica models customized by Toyspree for the Singapore Motorshow. The folks at the show were nice enough to send out a set for us to look at, and since these are Tomicas, they went directly to the RTE.You can find them here, and be … Continue reading Check out the Singapore Motorshow 2017 Tomica Exclusives by Toyspree
Have you been a good boy or girl this year? Hopefully you have. Because Santa is coming, and coming soon. From what I hear he will have a bag full of Hatching Animals and old Nintendos or whatever, but what else? That bag is big enough, it seems a couple of toy cars wouldn't kill … Continue reading So if Santa could bring you one diecast car, what would it be?
The RTE is back! Our Resident Tomica Expert, Jay Kho, has the latest batch from Tomica Premium in hand, and as he does every time a new batch is released, he has an in-depth look. I don't collect Tomica Premium, but it is getting harder and harder to ignore them, especially that tremendous 3000GT. Jay, … Continue reading The latest Tomica Premium is a who’s who of last century gems…
Jay Kho, Lamley's RTE (Resident Tomica Expert) is back with another look at some new Tomica, all of which came recently from Japan Booster.Thanks Jay.Is it me, or is the Tomica Premium line looking better and better? I must admit that I was somewhat partial when it came to the old mid-range line of Tomica, but … Continue reading The Resident Tomica Expert: Tomica Premium on the move…
Lamley's resident Tomica expert - and Skyline owner - Jay Kho is back with a look at what, for many of you, might be a must-have. That 4-door though...(Thanks Jay.)Gran Turismo RacerIf you are into cars, I’m sure you have heard about the Skylines. And if you’re into toy cars, especially these days, of course … Continue reading The Nissan Skyline Gran Turismo Racers from Tomica, by Jay Kho…
One of the brands we are going to start covering on Lamley is Tomica Premium. Thankfully Tomica changed the name from Tomica Limited to Tomica Premium to not confuse the line with Tomica Limited Vintage. The line is more like Tomica than TLV, and has a lot more variety in the types of castings used. I … Continue reading Are you collecting Tomica Premium? Jay Kho is…