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(Find Tomica Aston Martin on eBay) I’m very delighted that the Aston Martin Brand has make its way into Tomica with their very first appearance starting with a striking pair of Vanquish Zagato, and also the Tomica Premium Aston Martin DB5 that is coming next month. On a side note, the Redbox No.19 Suzuki Kanata …
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Model: FAB-1 (Thunderbirds) Line: Hot Wheels / Charawheels eBay link: Hot Wheels Thunderbirds FAB-1 The Hot Wheels / Charawheels FAB-1 is definitely one of the unique casting that stands out in my collection. I remember picking this up in Nakano Broadway back in 2014 because of the Hot Wheels logo on the card and also …
Model: Lamborghini Murcielago Line: Batman 2018 Series eBay link: Hot Wheels The Dark Knight Rises Lamborghini Murcielago After countless of Hot Wheels Batmobiles released by Mattel, the 6/6 2018 Batman Series Lamborghini Murciélago driven by Bruce Wayne is every collector favourite casting. It’s a tough one to hunt down as well, I remember back then …
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Model: Nissan Skyline Turbo Super Silhouette Line: Tomica Premium eBay link: Tomica Premium Skyline Turbo Super Silhouette The Tomica Premium Skyline Turbo Super Silhouette released in 2019 is no doubt one of the best Tomica Premium casting with ultra realistic details. Sure it doesn’t have the opening features and rubber wheelset unlike the hefty price …
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Model: Nissan GT-R Nismo GT3 Line: MINI GT ebay link: Nissan GT-R GT3 AAPE Why is it in the collection: I am a self-confessed otaku and a big fan of Evangelion especially Eva Unit 01 piloted by Shinji Ikari. Hence this casting is a must have in my GT-R collection which is based on the …
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Line: Schuco (Toysmart Hong Kong Exclusive) Where to get it: eBay has a few Why is it in the collection: After my very first Schuco BMW Isetta which blew me away with all the incredible details; I consider Schuco as the next Tomica Limited Vintage in my 1/64 model cars collection which I keep going …
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(Find TINY Hino 300 Tow Truck on eBay) TINY Hino 300 Tow Truck (Regular and Event Model) When the very first Tomica Limited Vintage Nissan Atlas Safety Loader was released it opened up many diecast photography possibilities and was regarded as one of the best “sidekick” casting in photography. The casting also stands out with …
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Model: 1983 GMC Vandura Cargo Van Line: Hot Wheels Where to get it: I purchase this from eBay Why is it in the collection: The A-Team was one of my favourite TV series back in the 80s which I always watch together with my dad on the couch that bring back wonderful memories especially the …
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Find Dream Tomica Initial D on eBay. Dream Tomica Initial D (頭文字D) has come a long way since their first debut back in 2013. I am a big fan of Initial D and been following the manga in my teenage years since 1995 by Shuichi Shingeno. I’m also a game nerd in those days spending …
Model: Pandem Nissan GT-R (R35) Metallic Blue Line: MINI GT Where to get it: eBay has a few Why is it in the collection: After collecting a considerable number of MINI GT Liberty Walk GT-R this Pandem-kitted R35 naturally come into my collection. The RHD Japan exclusive wide body Pandem GT-R comes with an attention …
(Tomica Ferrari F8 on ebay) Since 2018 Tomica has bring back the Ferrari brand and release quite a number of quality castings that continue to excite many diecast collectors including Ferrari fans. I hope the “borrowed” license stays and Ferrari be made available to more markets outside Japan, Taiwan and Hong Kong. No.59 F8 Tributo …
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Model: Mazda 787B Line: Spark Model Where to get it: eBay has a few Why is it in the collection: The Group C Mazda 787B 24 Hours of Le Mans Winner car is one of the most iconic casting hence its a must have in my collection. I'm impressed that Spark replicate this casting beautifully …
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(Tomica Premium on ebay) I still clearly remember how overjoyed I am when Takara Tomy announced the launch of Tomica Premium line more than 5 years ago. This series is a perfect balance between the Tomica Red Box and Tomica Limited Vintage (TLV) with the affordable entry price similar to Dream Tomica. The Premium series …
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Model: LB Works Suzuki G MIni Line: Era Car Where to get it: eBay has a few Why is it in the collection: After falling in love with the very first Era Car Suzuki Jimny, there is no reason to miss out this G Mini in Liberty Walk body kit which includes front bumper, grille, …
Model: Porsche 934 Line: Majorette Vintage Deluxe Where to get it: eBay has a few Why is it in the collection: This awesome 934 with Valliant livery is a must have in my Majorette Porsche collection. In my opinion it’s a good contender with the Majorette VW Polo WRC with stunning paint work, rubber tires, …
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2020 is an exciting year for Tomica. It’s their 50th Anniversary and this month Tomica kickstart 2020 with the pair of Red Box BMW Z4 and a riot police bus. For the first batch release the outer box comes with a NEW! for 2020 gold foil decal labelled with 50th Anniversary. It's interesting to note …
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Collecting Tomica is limitless. As a passionate Tomica collector it is fair to say I'm addicted, I’m always learning along the way and knowledge sharing is always the key and joy, which includes the latest release to retired Tomica dating all the way back to the 70s where it all started. Apart from the mainline …
Hi my name is Chen Yilong from Singapore a.k.a @hotkustoms on IG. I’m very delighted to be part of the Lamley Writers Team and I will share the latest Tomica and Tomica Premium series here on a weekly basis. I’m a bit of collect everything guy but when come to Tomica I’m all in. 2020 …
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