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I like this case. I like this case because there is a Z32 in it. There are many other things to like in this case, but that is all I need. So I opened the 300ZX. And a whole lot of other stuff. Enjoy. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0sM2tHAwlUc
This one was a good one. My most anticipated new Basic model of 2019 plus a whole lot of other cool stuff. Enjoy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e0xP9nCPNRs
RLC Packaging is nice, but these models were MEANT to be opened. Latest case in point? The Raptor: (From today's YouTube live stream) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n0L9dZ1C3Wg
I've already showcased the three Supers I found in one bin, which was surely the find highlight of the week. But I think I was more excited about finding the the Fast & Furious Premium models. Nonetheless, I documented a lot of it, and that is what the Lamley Extras Channel is for. Some super …
It's here. Call me a JDM nerd, but the basic model I have been most looking forward to is here. The Nissan Z32, designed by Dima and debuting is stellar white, will finally make it to my collection. And yours too, but I am making this about me for a second. My favorite car as …
I think it is pretty obvious I don't have the luck I used to have. Maybe more collectors in these here parts, definitely a large decrease in store visits, and who knows whatever else. I will always enjoy the random Hot Wheels Super TH find. A few years ago I did the Super TH Challenge, …
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Yes, they are all over the place right now. And yes, they are deservedly getting gobbled up. And yes, I gobbled up a set myself when I finally found it at Walmart. And finally, yes, I opened them up as soon as I got home and compared them to previous FnF and HW releases. Oh, …
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Have you found one yet? The Datsun 510 has returned to the Hot Wheels basic range after it's long sabbatical exploring the world of Hot Wheels Premium. Only something is different. It's been rebuilt for basic, and that is reason enough to do another run-through of it's now rich Hot Wheels history. Enjoy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JWmBb1AF6-o
If you ordered the Hot Wheels 50th Anniversary Master Set from HWC last month, let me guess your first impression when it arrived: "Damn, this thing is big." That was mine. Mattel sent me a set to preview, and the first thing I had to do to even consider showcasing it was to make space …
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The Hot Wheels 50th celebration has bled into 2019, but I don't think anyone will complain. On January 15h, the RLC Exclusive Super TH set will be made available for purchase to RLC Members. It will be priced at $199 and like every year produced in low numbers. Mattel has done this set with special …
That was fun, but it is time to but the 2018 Lamley Awards to bed. With the blog, IG, and YouTube audience growing, there were BY FAR more votes cast in 2018 than any other Lamley Awards year, and that made this one interesting to watch. I've already unveiled most of the awards, but here …
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With all due respect to the multitude of models and special lines that contributed to Hot Wheels' 50-Year celebration, 2018 was the Year of the Gasser. The '55 Bel Air Gasser dominated the year, with 9 separate releases and a whole lot of chit chat. Collectors - including this one - could not get enough …
There is one strong theme that came out of the Lamley Award polling in 2018: It was a really good year. The Lamley Awards certainly don't speak for all of the 1/64 world. They speak for this little corner we've formed. HW Super Treasure Hunts and Premium lines, plus new models from both Mattel brands …
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It is time to announce the winners. You have voted on the 2018 Lamley Awards...a lot. Several categories, thousands of votes, and now it is time to announce the Reader/Viewer Choices as well as mine. But first, those that didn't make any of the categories but still merit a mention. Here are some of my …
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Have a splendid holiday. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UPoEmqiGnc4
A heavyweight Royal Rumble of Diecast. Time to choose the 2018 1/64 Model of the Year. Obviously this is the LAMLEY AWARDS Model of the Year. I say that because the nominees all come from brands I typically cover, some obviously more than others. I scoured through the Lamley Blog, YouTube Channel, and social media …
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It says K, which is some new internal coding, so maybe I will call this Mix 3? Whatever you call it, the third case from Matchbox is here. Wheel Collectors got their shipment today, and as always shared the contents with us. You can find the models at their store: Matchbox 2019 C Case at …
Let's get this show rolling once again for 2019. Â Hot Wheels Car Culture miraculously is entering is fourth year in existence. Â For you long-term collectors, you know what a rarity it is for a premium line to last that long. Â Pop Culture and Replica Entertainment continue to fill their respective niches, but Car Culture has …
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The holidays means the product keeps on coming. Â It seems the last three Hot Wheels Mixes have dropped right on top of each other. Â I have some unboxings coming up, but since Wheel Collectors got the D Case, and several of you have found D Case models in store, I thought I would show some …
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Yeah, that title is accurate. A friend called to tell me he was ready to go through a fresh shipper at a nearby Smith's (Utah's Kroger store), so I came by. We did pretty well, but this darn snowman wanted all the attention, and he couldn't stop talking about one scatalogical topic. Enjoy. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g0l9jJj2rW8
D Cases are showing, but I still wanted to share my pics of the R34 Skyline Super Treasure Hunt. And come on let's be honest. We are always wondering about what is next, but the truth is mixes of all sorts are hitting during the holidays. So maybe there is an R34 waiting for you …
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I need to start with a full disclosure. Â A few months ago Carrera reached out to me. Â The slot car company got a hold of me through a common acquaintance, and wanted to introduce me to their product. Â We had a conference call, and I was a little embarrassed that I couldn't relay any past …
Buying Kmart cases just to find a Super is not a very good proposition. Â There is never a guarantee, no matter how many you buy. Â That being said, I have had some luck when buying two. I have found three Supers in Kmart cases I ordered online. Â First was the Datsun 510 Wagon in 2014, …
Continue reading "I opened two hot wheels Kmart abd cases. I liked the second one better."
Kmart Collector Day is this Saturday. Â I think it was supposed to be last month, as that was typically the month of the last KDay of the year. Â I also assume that because this is a B Case, and the first-to-market C Case cars have already been seen. Still, opening a Kmart case is always …
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