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After a run of US cases, we are back to the International Cases. Â Gulf is definitely the theme of this one. Â Not as strong as E, but not a bad case at all. This case will be in stores shortly. Â Enjoy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GZBl8m128fo As always, case provided by A&J Toys.
How do you celebrate 50? Â If you are Hot Wheels, there are a million ways to do it, and they picked just about all of them. Â Special lines, special models, special packaging, Best of lines, secret models, etc. And Zamacs. Â Zamacs have become a thing for Hot Wheels collectors. Â Like other signature Hot Wheels models, …
I just want to let my Lamley Readers in on a little secret. Â You better grab a 16 Angels Super now, because you will regret it if you don't. Why? Â Cause it is headed into space. Â At least it's going to try. Â I will be heading out into my front yard and I'm gonna throw …
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, …
February 2017 - Datsun 510 Kmart Collector Day Mail-in Exclusive. October 2017 - Datsun 510 Convention Exclusive October 2017 - Datsun 510 RLC Real Riders Exclusive January 2018 - Datsun 510 Car Culture Japan Historics 2 February 2018 - Datsun 510 RLC Membership Exclusive Winter 2018 - Datsun 510 RLC Car Culture Box Set Exclusive …
This Tuesday, February 13, 2018 Red Line Memberships go on sale. All the details are at the link below, and here is a preview of the gorgeous Bluebird 510 Membership model, along with a look at the brand new Neo Real Rider wheels. Enjoy! Video today, photos tomorrow. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HgzWdie26Fo&feature=share All the membership info is on …
As expected, Kmart made the February 2018 36-count cases available today. Â And they did, like they always do, overnight. Â Here is the link: February 2018 Hot Wheels Collectors 36-count exclusives cases Lamley requires that I do this called "sleep" during those hours, so I missed the initial batch. Â So they are sold out for now, …
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My apologies for how long this took. Â I will put up a photo post this next week, but for now, here are all of your selections, from Best Licensed New Matchbox to Best and Worst HW Super TH to Best and Most Disappointing HW New Model, as well as Best Licensed Premium HW New Model. …
You might be hearing a collecting "yessssssssss" among the collecting community today.  That is typically the reaction to a new Hot Wheels '83 Silverado.  It is SURELY the reaction  when the Silverado goes premium, especially for a Hot Wheels Convention. Nationals is about two months away, and the sneaks are now starting to hit.  And …
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I've said it before, and the rule continues. Â I am ALL IN on M2 Machines Auto-Japan. Â As space for my collection keeps dwindling, I have to be very specific in what I collect. Â And with M2's prolific output, I need to be extra picky. They made it easy with the launch of Auto-Japan. Â Taking my …
It's finally here. Â Hot Wheels dropped the entire list of models in the 2018 Mainline. Â You don't care at all what I think, so let's get to it. Â First, a little sneak peak of one of the most exciting New Models, the Audi RS6 Avant, courtesy of Mattel (and yes, it will also be a …
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While Hot Wheels 2018 Batch E is hitting stores now, time to prepare for Mix F. Â I have an unboxing coming soon, but for now, here are some of the notable models to add to the want list. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wdNICI26YiQ And thanks everyone for your patience with me. Â A hectic work schedule and a transition in …
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Protectors are a necessity for collectors. Â Even a DLM fiend like me needs protectors, for my extra set of Car Culture for example. That is why I partnered with Sterling Protectors a few years ago. Â Sterling, in my opinion, makes the best protectors around. Â Clear, sturdy, and they don't damage the card corners. And right …
A few weeks ago I previewed the new Matchbox Chevy Trucks 100 Years set, and a few days afterwards it appeared at Walmart. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tc5uUA1OJ94 Well, most of it did. Â Many of you noticed the new casting in the set, the '47 Chevy AD 3100 was missing. Â And you didn't just get a messed up case. …
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Made you look. Alright it's not much, but it is something. Â Almost as good as leaking a stolen Super, right? With the red trim and the white and red Chevy SS I thought I might be looking at some misplaced Target exclusive at this particular Walmart, but that's the way it is. Stop the presses.
For your review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7UHa5_wZBts
New 5-pack alert. Â A visit to the pegs at Target today yielded this new pack, HW Metro: This isn't a 5-pack I would typically mention here on the blog, but that second model merits a closeup. Â Sandwiched between a stack of generics, and an unfortunate plastic Amazoom, is a beautiful VW Squareback. VW's tend to …
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There are signatures on the cards. Â Signed by the stars that are associated with both new models. Â The dudes signing them must be stars. And they are. Â And you know that, too. Â There is a good chance you are on Instagram if you are reading this blog, and while Magnus and Sung gained their fame …
Before collectors went nuts for Hot Wheels Car Culture, there was Boulevard. Mattel's first attempt at a Car Culture-like line was full of missteps, but produced a ton of gems. For your Sunday perusal, here is a look at some of the most memorable. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nURSsquIlJQ
Considering it has been awhile since we have something Toyota from Mattel, I decided to look back on some favorites. Â Enjoy. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VjHyq1vRnFw
Matchbox did its set celebrating 100 years of Chevy Trucks. Â Now it is Hot Wheels' turn. Â Look for this set this month. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1puH32grOlI Photos coming soon.
#lamleydaily - February 1st, 2018 Model: Tarmac Works Lamborghini Aventador SV Line: GLOBAL64 1/64 Where to get it: The Tarmac Works store and SURPLUSgoodies Why it's in the collection: Tarmac Works has jumped in head first to 1/64, and is making waves. Â The premium Hobby64 line is where the precise details are, but the GLOBAL64 …
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Back to normal. I mentioned in my US E Case Unboxing that Mattel had sent out US cases early the last couple of times, and that International cases are typically released first. Â And that is what happened for the F Case. Â Wheel Collectors was surprised to receive a pallet of International F Cases yesterday. So …
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Just a heads up for those of you looking for the new Hot Wheels 50th Anniversary Black & Gold set. Â As was mentioned in the preview, this set will not be found in familiar stores like Walmart, Target, or Toys R Us. Â Instead, it will be other specialty and general stores. One is Family Dollar. …