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 ’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 …
New Matchbox Ambassador report and sneak peaks coming soon
Just got word from the Mattel-appointed Matchbox Ambassador, Shabbir Malik, that there is a new report coming in the next couple of days, and it is full of sneak peaks.The direction of the 2012 range has been a heavy topic of debate among collectors, but the word is realism is making its way back into …
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New Matchbox Ambassador report and sneak peaks coming soon
Just got word from the Mattel-appointed Matchbox Ambassador, Shabbir Malik, that there is a new report coming in the next couple of days, and it is full of sneak peaks.The direction of the 2012 range has been a heavy topic of debate among collectors, but the word is realism is making its way back into …
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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 …
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. 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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Sorry no photos tonight, but 3 First Looks coming tomorrow…
I am back home after a very long travel day. You know you are tired when you start the day with a morning meeting in the southwest corner of Utah and finish the same day with a meeting in the northeast corner of Utah. Oh, and then drive two hours home after that. I am …
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Sorry no photos tonight, but 3 First Looks coming tomorrow…
I am back home after a very long travel day. You know you are tired when you start the day with a morning meeting in the southwest corner of Utah and finish the same day with a meeting in the northeast corner of Utah. Oh, and then drive two hours home after that. I am …
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The rarest Matchbox models of the Mattel era Part 1…
When it comes to collecting variations and rare models, collectors almost always think of Hot Wheels. But in the last few years there have been some very rare Matchbox models as well. I will try to profile a few of them as we move along on this blog, so why not start with two of …
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The rarest Matchbox models of the Mattel era Part 1…
When it comes to collecting variations and rare models, collectors almost always think of Hot Wheels. But in the last few years there have been some very rare Matchbox models as well. I will try to profile a few of them as we move along on this blog, so why not start with two of …
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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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It’s my travel week. Doesn’t mean I stop taking photos…
Every three weeks I spend a week in Southern Utah in the city of St. George. This means I am away from my trusted photo studio, and am unable to take the photos I would like. But that does not mean I cannot dive into the Lamley archives, which I will do shortly and throughout …
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It’s my travel week. Doesn’t mean I stop taking photos…
Every three weeks I spend a week in Southern Utah in the city of St. George. This means I am away from my trusted photo studio, and am unable to take the photos I would like. But that does not mean I cannot dive into the Lamley archives, which I will do shortly and throughout …
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DLMer’s view of Matchbox Batch G…
I started and have maintained the MCCH Catalog for the last few years. There are many great sites that document Matchbox from all eras, but I thought there was a need to create something documenting current Mattel-produced models AND their variations. I continue to maintain it (and rebuild it after a bit of an accident a …
DLMer’s view of Matchbox Batch G…
I started and have maintained the MCCH Catalog for the last few years. There are many great sites that document Matchbox from all eras, but I thought there was a need to create something documenting current Mattel-produced models AND their variations. I continue to maintain it (and rebuild it after a bit of an accident a …
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. 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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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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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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