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So did all the HW Cars & Donuts end up at this Target? Here is what it tells me.

Instagram user @piper_1172 posted this interesting pic taken at Target today: https://www.instagram.com/p/BgG76xEA-xu/?taken-by=piper_1172 Quite a sight, right?  Here is what it tells me: There are a few collectors who will have their pick of what Cars & Donuts they want. This will cause an unnecessary flurry of activity among collectors. Most importantly, there are a TON …

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Lamley only hypes Gassers, so here is the Mercury Comet Cyclone from the RLC set

I've decided to move from only hyping JDM to only hyping Gassers.  At least for this minute.  Don't expect anything but Gassers here on Lamley from here on out.  Until the next post, but still.  Lamley only hypes Gassers.  They knock my socks off. And since I do, you can imagine how excited I was …

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The next Hot Wheels 50th Anniversary Set is out in New Zealand. It is coming to US Targets soon.

My good friends at Diecasttvchannel came across this beautiful set in New Zealand: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4kjV5XKUJ3c Hot Wheels is hitting all kinds of fun angles with their 50th Anniversary sets, and this is no exception.  The Silverado is the star, so much so that I took a few pics of it last October at the Hot Wheels …

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Don’t call it hype. The Hot Wheels RLC Bundle BRE 510 is a gem.

It is most certainly a phenomenon.  Not entirely explainable, but then again most phenomena aren't. But the BRE 510 is a thing.  It might create eye rolls from some, but there is no denying the two Hot Wheels 510's released with Brock Racing Enterprises racing livery are legendary Hot Wheels models. I have told their …

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Lamley Daily: Tomica Limited Vintage Neo 1997 Honda Civic Type R

#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.  But beyond that, it's a Honda done by TLV.  That is a no-brainer combo. …

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Rollin’ in my SVO. Mustang enters the Hot Wheels Car Culture world in style, yo.

The upcoming RLC Car Culture set is going to be a hit.  I don't think anyone disputes that. Adding a sixth car to each 2017 Car Culture assortment is a brilliant idea, and it is equally well-executed.  Each car fits its mix. My guess is the BRE 510 will be the most sought-after model of …

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Guest Post: Cold War Classics Made in West Germany: The beautiful 1:66 diecast of Schuco (by Graham Heeps)

It has been awhile since we have had a guest post here on Lamley, but I am always game, especially when the post relates to models I don't collect.  That means we could have endless guest posts, so if you have an idea, send it over. Graham Heeps is one of those collectors with a …

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The Bugatti Veyron has become somewhat of a Hot Wheels legend. Are you a fan?

I did this showcase last weekend, but haven't shared it here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=77ykM5yorns The Veyron had a bit of a reputation as a pegwarmer for most of its time in the Hot Wheels mainline.  That changed dramatically when word got out that the casting had been retired.  Demand began to grow, and as that was talked …

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Here are a few new Matchbox models coming in Mix F, including the Mazda CX-5 and Cadillac Escalade

I need to compile what we have seen from Matchbox for 2018 so far.  The talk has obviously been the upcoming models with opening parts, but it definitely hasn't gone unnoticed that they have rolled out some really good stuff already. The year did get off to a slow start with the A Mix being …

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Here is your first look at the Matchbox BMW i8

Of all the 2018 New Models announced by Matchbox, one has gotten the most attention.  Or at least its the model I've gotten the most questions about.  It's the BMW i8, and now we have our first look, posted by the Matchbox Team on IG: https://www.instagram.com/p/BftNzlrHpEt/?taken-by=matchboxworld Don't pay attention to the color or interior.  This …

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The Hot Wheels HWC Original 16 Custom T-Bird goes on sale today. Here is what it will look like if you open it.

It's a hard call.  Keep it in its vintage style packaging, packed nicely in a protective box, with the model beautifully nestled inside.  Or open it, allowing the spectraflame to shine? It isn't even a contest.  Open it.  Which I did, and the Custom T-Bird looks amazing.  You should do the same when the model …

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