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The Matchbox Chevrolet Trucks 100 Years set has been previewed, beautiful card art and all: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tc5uUA1OJ94 So let's have a gander at the models. This isn't the only time we will be celebrating 100 years of Chevy Trucks with Mattel. Â The blue brand has its own Walmart-only assortment as well, coming very soon (as is …
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It's time. Â The most anticipated diecast sequel ever is now hitting stores. The word is getting out that both Walmart and Target have them, and I can verify both. Â I jumped on Brickseek.com and saw stores from both chains carrying them. Â I checked with a couple of Walmarts, both of which were holding cases for …
Matchbox has had a bit of a slow start to 2018, but I have been assured that all the good stuff is coming. Â And good stuff it is. Once again Abe and the Matchbox Team sent over some examples of upcoming models, this time from the C, D, E, and F cases. Â Things could certainly …
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#lamleydaily - January 8, 2018 Model: Hot Wheels Mazda REPU Line: 2018 Mainline Where to get it: In stores now with the D Assortment Why it's in the collection: This is a proper debut, even though it isn't it's debut. Â I didn't mind the Mad Mike release from last year at all, in fact I …
Considering both Matchbox and Hot Wheels have Chevy Truck sets coming out to celebrate their 100-Year Anniversary, I thought I would showcase one of my favorites, the Matchbox 75 Chevy Stepside. Â Quite a few so far, with two more coming. Â And diverse to be sure. Enjoy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZPFEHzBxxpY
Just the other day I showcased the new Hot Wheels 50th Anniversary Black & Gold Collection, due in stores soon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1G1kbrzpb1o I was especially impressed with the clean, embossed card art, and found that the six models in the set matched the look. Â Matte black with gold and blue trim. Â I also really liked the …
#lamleydaily - January 4, 2018 Model: Hot Wheels '49 Ford F1 Line: 2018 Hot Wheels Mainline (HW Flames) Where to get it: Hitting stores now with the 2018 D Assortment Why it's in the collection: Don't you love those "take-you-by-surprise" models? Â You show me the list of models in the 2018 D Case assortment, without …
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Alright, let's go orange. Hopefully you agree with me that Matchbox continues a most welcome return to form. Â You might have some likes and dislikes among the new models shown here, but there is a nice variety of vehicles from all kinds of angles, and that diversity is what many of us longtime Matchbox fans …
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#lamleydaily - January 3, 2018 Model: Matchbox Cadillac CTS Coupe Line: 2011 First Editions 10-pack Exclusive Where to get it: It pops up occasionally on ebay Why it's in the collection: Matchbox did something unique in 2010 and 2011. Â They produced two Cadillac CTS models in back-to-back years, and both were CTS outliers. We are …
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So what is it about the hunt? I know the answer, because I am a Hot Wheels collector, and I think I experience the same amount of joy that the rest of you do when I come across a Super. Â I definitely didn't get into collecting because of Treasure Hunts, but I have learned to …
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#lamleydaily - January 2, 2018 Model: Hot Wheels VW Kool Kombi Line: Redline Club Exclusive Where to get it: Only 4000 made, and they pop up occasionally on ebay Why it's in the collection: This one is easy. Â I think I have made it known over my time doing the blog that any time Hot …
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Here is one of these rare chances to get your complain on here at Lamley. Â We've already voted on Best Hot Wheels Licensed New Model, now let's switch gears. I am more of a "collect it if you like it" type of collector. Â If I like it, I keep it. Â If I don't, I am …
#lamleydaily - January 1, 2018 Model: Hot Wheels '16 Cadillac ATS-V R Line: 2018 New Models (Legends of Speed) Where to get it: Hitting stores now. Why it's in the collection: Happy New Year!! Â It seems appropriate to say it is my resolution to do the #lamleydaily every day in 2018, but you and I …
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Ah, the Lamley Award category of all categories. Â Nothing gets folks riled up like Super Treasure Hunts. Â There are entire websites and social media accounts dedicated to them. They make grown men cry (and whine). Â They can turn a bad day into a good day. Â They turn kids into collectors. Â They create friends and enemies. …
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UPDATE!! - December 30, 2017 I screwed up. Â I forgot one important licensed premium new model, the 60's Ford Econoline Pickup, and I thank many of you for pointing that out. Â For that reason, I am resetting the poll with the addition. Â If you already voted, please vote again. Â Sorry for missing this, but I …
Now it feels like we are finally getting underway with Team Orange in 2018. Â After what was clearly a strong 2017 (Lamley Awards Poll coming), it seems that 2018 has been very slow to start. Â We had a strange 2018 A Assortment, which was essentially a "Best of 2017" mix with no 2018 models. Â And …
D Case is here. Â This US D Case arrived earlier this will from A&J Toys, and I have seen reports of the D Case at TRU and Target. Â Maybe Walmart too. So, as always, here is what to look for: (In case you haven't subscribed to the Lamley Channel, you should. Â There are a few …
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This was posted by collector @south_aussie_hwc15 yesterday on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/BdOySSpgyva/?taken-by=south_aussie_hwc15 Shall we analyze? Â We start with the Honda CRX, looking gorgeous in blue, followed by the Honda CRX with some killer white MC5 rims. Â That is followed by the Honda CRX with retro-like deco, and the pack is rounded out by both a Honda CRX …
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Let me betray my DLM (open everything) roots for just one second, and pass on a must-have if you are a Car Culture collector. Car Culture is the first Hot Wheels line that has compelled me to keep a set carded. Â Julian Koiles artwork from the first assortment on has been as collectable as the …
Season's Greetings everyone. Before I shut down all things diecast for a couple of days - and what a nice treat that will be - here is one beauty of a holiday model: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zayUKuzpisM Happy Holidays my dear friends. Â As always, I am thankful for all of you. -jtl
For your review, all the 2017 Hot Wheels Licensed New Models, this time both basic and premium. I did the video to give the YouTube viewers a chance to vote, but if you haven't voted, now is the time. Â I included the Premium New Model Poll below, to give you a head start before the …
It has been well established here on the blog that I think Car Culture is the best line Hot Wheels has ever done. Â Premium assortments, all with a different theme, and executed flawlessly. I like the line so much I dedicated one of my Carney Wall Displays to Car Culture, and add each new assortment …
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It is whatever falls off the truck. Typically Hot Wheels releases the International cases first. Â Because of that, Wheel Collectors orders the International cases to make the models available ASAP. Â But this time, for whatever reason, the US cases were made available. Â No complaints here. So, as usual, the crew at Wheel Collectors snagged a …
Welcome to the Lamley Awards!! This is the latest I have ever done this, and if I listed the reasons why you would die of boredom. Â But we are here, finally, and it is time to vote. Â There will be several Lamley Award Polls this year: Best Hot Wheels Licensed New Model Most Disappointing Hot …
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