While we really enjoy previewing new Hot Wheels, especially models like the VW Caddy, we are always the most giddy about new Tomica Limited Vintage.We know TLV isn't for everyone, whether because they do mostly vintage, and sometimes obscure, Japanese cars, or maybe because of the cost (although Japan Booster has made it easier than …
Just Unveiled, German Edition: Felix Holst’s Hot Wheels VW Caddy & a BMW M4?
As was teased yesterday, and then unveiled on our favorite Brazilian website, Hot Wheels is releasing the VW Caddy, or VW Rabbit Pickup as it is known in some parts:As expected, collectors love it. Â And what is not to love? Â A classic, but more obscure VW, complete with bolt-ons and a skateboard in back. Â This …
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Another 2015 Hot Wheels New Model has been unveiled…
The people have spoken, and another New Model from Hot Wheels is hopping to a store near you soon.We picked up on this a bit ago, and images are making their way out. Â This should be a hit for collectors, especially with the little touch our favorite designers have added to several castings of late.Can …
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December 12th Matchbox Ambassador Report, by Larry Scaduto…
Yes, it is December 15th, but this came in from Larry late Friday, so we saved it until today so everyone who wanted to read it would see it.Ambassador’s Report December 12th, 2014By: Larry ScadutoINTRODUCTIONHappy Holiday’s!!! In this week’s report I’m covering a lot of information as I always do. I’m starting out with a …
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As is the Custom: The wicked wheel creations of Bjorn_ready…
Just as we did last week, we are dedicating the entire "As is the Custom" this week to one artist...@bjorn_ready, as he is known on Instagram, snagged our attention earlier this year. Â His customs were alway clean, his style very specific, and his custom choices always cool. Â But what stands out the most are...well...what do …
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The final two Lamley Award Polls go negative: What was the WORST Hot Wheels New Model & Super Treasure Hunt of 2014?
We don't like to go negative too much here, but for now let's get our Debbie Downer on...We are only a few days away from the unveiling of the 2014 Lamley Awards, but we have two more polls for you. Â And for these two you get to vent.We have put up both polls at the …
The Great Super TH Experiment of 2014: In the evening, in a small town, by a non-collector friend…
It looks like we are taking the Super TH Experiment, my attempt to find all 2014 Super TH's during random visits to stores during normal hours, right to the end. Â We have another update, and this one may have been the most fun of all of this year's Super finds.If you remember, last year my …
Just Announced: Kyosho Nissan Skyline GT-R NEO Collection…
This is a home run.At least we think it is. Â Kyosho has just announced that a new Skyline Series will be released in January. Â It will contain a who's who of Skylines, with crowd favorites all around, including the Hakosuka, Kenmeri, DR30, R32, and R34, among others. This is an All-Star team of Skylines, clearly …
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First Look: 2015 Hot Wheels McLaren P1…
It looks good, doesn't it?We can get caught up in the large rear wheels, or the metal spoiler, which are elements we've complained about with other models in the past. Â But neither of those detracts from the model. There are obvious constraints that Hot Wheels has put on their basic models, and that means that …
Cool is Cool is Cool: The Kyosho Lexus LFA & Nurburgring Edition…
There is little to say about these, other than we don't give "Cool is Cool" designation to supercars that often.Supercars better be cool. Â Cool in the way you would say "Wow, what a cool car!" if one passed by. Â That could be if you are 5 or 65. Â But let's face it, some super cars …
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Hot Wheels Collectors, we can be better…
I need to get a little something off my chest...Yesterday, I put a post up on Instagram, mentioning a chat I had with a Walmart Toy Department manager. Â There was a large response to the post, and I even heard from Mattel, so I thought I would take my thoughts to the blog.A little background. …
First Look: 2015 Hot Wheels ’72 Ford Gran Torino Sport 9-pack exclusive…
Somebody at Mattel with a little power is clearly a big fan of the '72 Gran Torino Sport casting.And we don't blame him or her. Â It is one of our favorites too. Â Since its debut in 2011, it is been all over the place. Â It has been in the mainline each year since, with recolors. …
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Hot Wheels JDM Update: The Datsun 240Z’s Then & Now counterpart, and more pics of the RX-7…
A quick update from some of the stuff that has come across the desk:We figured the Hot Wheels Nissan 370Z would be the "Now" to the Datsun 240Z's "Then" in the Then & Now Series, and it can now be confirmed:It looks to have the same color interior as the 240Z, as well as a …
As is the Custom: The super clean creations of Nicholaus Tamboto…
We will probably be doing more of this on Lamley moving forward. Â We love showing the plethora of customs that are either submitted or come across by one of us in our regular perusals. Â The fact is now, however, that we get so many, that we can't show all. Â It's not even close. Â Putting together …
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First Look: The 2014 Matchbox "Lamley-inspired" Toyota Land Cruiser…
What in tarnations does "Lamley-inspired" mean?Did a Matchbox designer have a moment of clarity after reading yet another amazing post from Lamley? Â No.Is there a shrine to Lamley in the Mattel Design Center, where designers go to be inspired? Â We hope not.Do Matchbox designers call us saying "We got nuthin. Â Please inspire us Lamley Group!"? …
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The Great Super TH Experiment of 2014 continues, and 2015 continues its great start…
It definitely happens in bursts.My last Super find was the two Datsun Wagons I pulled at Target, the same week I found two Kool Kombis on successive days at different Walmarts.Then:Nothing. Â But that happens a lot. Â While I will admit to finding more Supers than most, mainly due to my travels in rural areas, it …
Those wheels though! The Tomica Limited Vintage Neo Seibu Keisatsu Super Z…
Some more TLV to feature while the Cyber Week Sale is going on at Japan Booster:Unless you grew up in Japan, the Seibu Keisatsu TV Series means nothing to you. Â Same here. Â But even without ever watching an episode, Tomica Limited Vintage is making sure I am familiar with it now.The Seibu Keisatsu series from …
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The McLaren P1 & 2015 Zamacs are here: Hot Wheels Batch E is now out on eBay…
The hits just keep coming...Our favorite Texas seller has just listed Hot Wheels 2015 Batch E, with several delectable goodies. Â It starts with the Mustang Boss 302 (can't tell if that or the upcoming Dodge Van is the best Super so far. Â We will have to wait until we have them in hand.), goes to …
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Cool is Cool is Cool: The ’93 Ford Mustang SSP LX and the rest of the California Highway Patrol fleet from Matchbox…
One of aspects of the upcoming Matchbox Supreme Heroes line that we are most excited about, even more so than the full deco and rubber tires, is the fact that will all possess real licensed liveries. Â (The fact that it has been moved from an 18-model line to a 10 is another story. Â We will …
The end of an era: Ferrari and Hot Wheels end their licensing agreement…
It appears the speculation is true. Â This news came out a few days ago from Bburago:It says exclusive, right? Â That is what Mattel had with Ferrari, and that is now what Maisto/Bburago has. Â That means starting in January, Ferrari will no longer be found in the blue blister. Â It really is hard to think of …
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The Tomica Limited Vintage "Damaged Box" Sale at Japan Booster startsnow: Up to 50% off TLV…
As we told you when we announced the Black Friday Sale at Japan Booster, you should grab what you want from that sale, but don't close out the purchase until the second part of the sale started.That second part starts now.  This is Japan Booster's first ever Tomica Limited Vintage "Damaged Box" Sale.  As you know, …
The Black Friday Sale at Japan Booster starts now: Huge savings on Tomica Limited Vintage & Kyosho…
We have heard from many of you that you love the Tomica Limited Vintage models we feature, but are waiting for the right time to jump in. Â Well, if you are one of those people, your patience has paid off.We are very excited to announce the Black Friday Sale at Japan Booster. Â This is the …
Hot Wheels 2015 Batch D has appeared on eBay…
A quick heads up that Hot Wheels 2014 Batch D is now appearing. Â Our favorite Texas early Hot Wheels seller has them up. Â We have our eye on the Civic, and that Ferrari Super looks pretty nice. All the models can be found here:Hot Wheels 2014 Batch DWhat are you after?
Happy Thanksgiving Lamley friends. Here is what we are thankful for…
For those of us in the US, it is time to eat some turkey, enjoy the cool weather, and express what we are thankful for.And here on Lamley, we will stay true to what we do best, and show a few photos of models we are thankful for this year. Â We hope you share some …
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