Happy New Year!!!
Post your recent cars for 2016
Here is mine!!
http://i.imgur.com/Yy9K4MU.jpg
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Happy New Year!!!
Post your recent cars for 2016
Here is mine!!
http://i.imgur.com/Yy9K4MU.jpg
Ok, that one is so cool!
Current $uper situation.
http://i.imgur.com/qQZdkcy.jpg
Even though I don't chase Porsche castings too much, that Toy Fair is beautiful. Nice get Randy! That thing is going for cuckoo money too.
I'm looking forward to the SuperTH and the next RLC one:
http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-PRqjeBKIt1...0/IMG_1778.JPG
What's the story on that Porsche? Looks awesome.
I'm hoping to find another $uper soon. I've been coming up dry for a month or two.
The gold one Randy has? It's the 2016 Toy Fair car. If you can find one under $100 and have the spare change hanging around, buy it. All of the Toy Fair cars go for crazy money later on (like the green Toy Fair Kombi, etc.).
I need to get better about posting my finds on here, I got lazy and was only posting them on IG. Here was my last score for 2015:
https://c2.staticflickr.com/2/1581/2...1fc11bb7_c.jpg
I need to go out hunting.
eBay for the Porsche is about the only place you'll find it right now, the Toy Fair hasn't happened yet (I think it's mid-February), which is why the prices are up in the $200 range. They'll come down after but not likely by much. Another option is if you know someone going but even that's no guarantee.
Yes sir, both $upers.
Dang
If you have them, go check your Dollar Trees. They're getting 2016 B cases (Hudson Hornet) and 2015 J cases (8 Crate), my store got a 2016 B case, which netted me my first $uper of 2016:
https://c2.staticflickr.com/2/1608/2...dd1b4af4_c.jpg
https://c2.staticflickr.com/2/1471/2...b4a4a119_c.jpg
im never that lucky, Nice finds Eric, give us some loves, dont leave us for the IG hipsters. :teehee:
I traded a local guy for a Porsche Super Hunt (cost me a couple skylines), and bought the Orange/Gold Toy Fair for $60, which believe was about as low as it will ever go.
I have to get a couple more Super Hunt Porsche as I gave away my only one for Christmas, need to dig out some other cars I can trade with this guy as he has way more cool recent stuff than me. But I have all the old stuff that is worth a lot more now.
I started to give away some of my stash to my wife's friends little boys. I figured I get them interested in them now, who knows? They might be on a forum talking about Hot Wheels they are hunting.
I am ready.
http://i.imgur.com/g8xzUlY.jpg
Treated myself.
http://i.imgur.com/sl3FHghl.jpg
Redid the living room walls. Used to be the medal board in the middle of two frames. Got the art panels, and put the board and case on either side.
http://i.imgur.com/ZVgbqVNl.jpg
Filled so far
http://i.imgur.com/Oq77po7l.jpg
So I don't think it was mentioned anywhere, but I sent that lefty 2000GT to Adam, as part of a Christmas gift. I didn't expect anything in return, but he went ahead and sent me something. Another 2000GT. But a custom RLC one.
http://i.imgur.com/a4bo2cW.jpg
Adam's note instructed me to open this one, since I have an unopened one already. I happily obliged.
The detail is spectacular.
http://i.imgur.com/QphZ9so.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/t7Jhrjv.jpg
Got lucky with some late Zamacs
http://i.imgur.com/dzQo3db.jpg
Target is getting a few new diecast lines this year, from the Entertainment series to the recently resurrected Johnny Lightning line. Here are some DPCI's for searching on Brickseek (if you don't know what Brickseek is, go HERE, it'll become your new best friend for hunting at Target):
Hot Wheels Mainlines (for those who don't have it)- 087-07-0027
Hot Wheels Pop Culture Line - 087-07-2894
Hot Wheels Retro/Entertainment - 087-07-2218
Hot Wheels Heritage - 087-07-0957
Johnny Lightning - 087-07-2970, 087-07-2926, 087-07-2944, 087-07-2957
AutoWorld - 087-07-2983
M2 Machines (Target Exclusive cars that are currently only available at 400 select stores) - 087-07-1945, 087-07-1946, 087-07-1947, 087-07-1948
I picked up a nice Redline……an Olive Chaparral with the original wing.
Sorry about the pic, i need a real camera
http://i1341.photobucket.com/albums/...pse4dx8hwh.jpg
Corifto............... what did you pay for that HW display case?
80? From Amazon
I just ordered a couple 2x4' units from "Dennis Wood" for $75ea shipped.
They look really nice in pics.
I tagged you, take a look.
must have for 2016 .........................
http://pluck.hotwheelscollectors.com...13fa3.full.jpg
Japan Historics are up for preorder: http://www.aandjtoys.com/mm5/merchan...=AlexsToyChest
looks like they changed it?
I pre-ordered mine from 1stopdiecast back in November but it was listed at a 16 per case.
Just looked back and they have updated it to 10 cars per case? duh heck?
JAPAN HISTORICS
MAZADA RX3 - (2)
TOYOTA 2000GT - (2)
NISSAN SKYLINE 200GT-X- (2)
'71 DATSUN 510 WAGON - (2)
NISSAN SKYLINE GT-R - (2)
http://www.1stopdiecast.com/HOT-WHEE...o/HWDJF77-956A
how can I make more space so I can post photos via tapatalk from my phone?
Going through imgur is a PITA just to post photos of HW cars.
Yup, it is apparently now 10 per case, although I don't understand the change.
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Head's up, the Truck Series (with the red, white, and blue Datsun 620 truck) is starting to show up at various Walmarts. They're in endcap shippers.
Matchbox previewed this little gem today:
http://mazdaroadster.net/attachment....8&d=1452808285
According to a couple folks the wheels are not the ones chosen by the designer, so we'll see if they change. Even so, nothing a little drilling can't take care of should someone not like them.
No word on ETA yet.
Got this email today .... :fp:
Quote:
Originally Posted by Mattel Consumer Services Team
Same. Lame.
Finally had a decent haul at Walmart today. 2 Walmarts I was at yesterday with my dad had nothing. 3rd Walmart today has all this.
Zamacs! The Porsche Outlaw! The Z! Trucks! Datsuns! F150s for custom monster trucks! Several things I have been looking for with no luck the last two months.
Dump bin full of the trucks series with that elusive Datsun. Got a bunch of the Datsuns if anyone wants any. Ill be passing the same store in the morning after work if anyone needs me to grab more.
I also have a few of those Z's if anyone needs that too.
http://i.imgur.com/bZzWbNd.png
http://i.imgur.com/m1tsPgz.png
http://i.imgur.com/MHQ5wFl.png
http://i.imgur.com/hlrtuy1.png
http://i.imgur.com/5a2FMaj.png
Haven't been able to find the Datsun myself...will be checking a few more, if not though will end up needing one!!!!
All the scalpers grabbed them here. It's really getting annoying now.
Yep, I've been to 6 so far and not a single one...
Ok Ill stop on my way home after work in the AM and grab more. Send me a PM and Ill send em your way.
Seems like scalpers hadn't hit the bin yet.
Todays' shopping list
http://i374.photobucket.com/albums/o...psufobkatp.jpg
Gran Turismo pack coming with first to market models? O.o
http://www.camcotoys.com/SET-OF-5-Gr...ase_p_514.htmlQuote:
From 2016 Hot Wheels Retro Entertainment B Case Assortment DMC55-959B
Set will include:
(1) - Nissan 2020 Concept Vision GT
(1) - Corvette C7-R
(1) - Mazda LM55 Vision GT
(1) - Lamborghini Veneno
(1) - Nissan GT-R
https://www.gtplanet.net/upcoming-ho...-sport-roster/
Got some stuff in the mail
Protecto-Paks to put my $upers and cool stuff in.
http://i.imgur.com/rJuOrypl.jpg
Mail find from a purchase on facebook.
http://i.imgur.com/5LoVLM0l.jpg
Corifto, How much did you pay for those Kar Keepers, I would have you some of mine to save you the shipping, LOL
FwdTamiya, thanks for the heads up, that will be a pre-order case for me for sure!
Pre-Ordered my case! :bow:
Paid $40 shipped or so for 24
i would have sold you 24 for .99 cents each since you would be picking them up locally
I'll be buying more don't worry
Randy, do you have the HWs version or the Protecto-Pak brand like he got?
I have now protected my $upers. Only grievance is that the clearance is so tight that I had to slightly push in the sides a bit, which may have softened one or two of the corners.
There's a particular method to using those packs. But they actually protect the corners better than any other pack, especially the Hot Wheels pack, which will curl the corners of a mainline card immediately.
CHROMED OUT for 2016 :bow:
Had to wait OVER 1 HOUR since that site kept kicking me out and I had to log back in numerous times, but ugh at least im back in
http://i.imgur.com/Z3ue3F9.jpg
New Target Exclusives
http://pluck.hotwheelscollectors.com...755ef.Full.jpg
Mix 1 (April 2016):
’68 El Camino
’77 Plymouth Arrow
’84 Hurst Olds
’87 Toyota Pickup
Battle Spec
Power Pipes
Twin Mill
Volkswagen SP2
Mix 2 (August 2016):
’80s Corvette
’85 Chevrolet Camaro IROC-Z
Baja Bug
Bone Shaker
GT-03
Hammered Coupe
Porsche 930
Power Panel
Fortunately nothing in those mixes for me (except maybe the 930 depending on how they do it), so easy to skip!
Maybe I'll just have to try more methods with basic mainlines. I tried from the left, right, top, and bottom, but it always required a little help.
Same here, aside for maybe the 930 and the Toyota pickup.
I'm hoping to get the RLC regular membership next week. Really would like some good trade material. Goal this year is getting my hands on a $uper Datsun 510, $uper 240Z, and maybe the Boulevard 510. And maybe next year I'll aim for the unthinkable, the RLC cars.
Pretty sure I have an extra Datsun 240 treasure hunt and maybe an extra super 240. I'll have to dig around in my closet to check. They are in weathertight hit cases under a pile of Legos and car parts. :fp:
That'd be awesome.
Check out matchboxworld on Instagram....just posted a photo of the ND Matchbox Miata with a new set of wheels. Apparently they did a small run of the first old-school wheels before switching to the modern 5 spoke design. WOO WOO!
They've also confirmed that the first wheel design already shipped and they switched to these wheels mid-production. So there will be two wheel designs out for this car.
Happy hunting!
http://mazdaroadster.net/attachment....4&d=1453990373
Wheel variations, great the scalpers will be all over these :fp:
If I find some you'll have one.
So I bought someone's collection last night.
http://i.imgur.com/6RsMfy4l.jpg
As said close to 300 cars. Ended up being just under 500.
I spent about 7 hours cataloging it all.
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets...p=docslist_api
And I thought buying 20ish cars last week was a lot...
Your Google spreadsheet is missing the "wheel" category :whistle:
And a "Series" category
Lol there's a series category.
And I'm not as versed in all the types of wheels
Found some stuff in a WM after helping a friend look at an FD he was thinking of buying. But never mind that stuff, nothing all that great, but I am here to post an ebay mail box find. Nothing all that special, but when I saw it, I thought it looked really awesome.
http://i.imgur.com/bG8BWSF.jpg?1
Cost $4.50, $3.50 of which was shipping. Of course it ain't worth that, but I think it's one of the neater tampo designs HW did for the '70 Daytona back in '01. It obviously draws inspiration from a P-51 Mustang, and hey, I think it's a brilliant tampo design and choice for the wing car of NASCAR.
I have that same one, love it, they made an army green version as well with full WWII Army Tampos
I'm watching the Barrett Jackson auctions right now and the Grease Monkey Garage just slide that Hot Wheels Corvette they built for $120,000
http://i.imgur.com/JoC6mVs.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/kVJfdk2.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/Lsc2kZX.jpg
Winning bidder gets an additional 1/64 scale made by hot wheels that is 1 of 1 made
Hot Wheels release this on the mainline cards in a different color as well
http://i.imgur.com/4JPfWEW.jpg
Yes every car has a series, generally 4 or 5 cars per series.
Example:
Night Breed
Sugar Rush
Then & Now
HW City Works
HW Showroom
HW Speed Graphics
HW Glow Wheels
It's print on the side of the card and back of the card.
http://i.imgur.com/wpLxaaJ.jpg
No, I know there is one. There's a series column on my spreadsheet. Most should have it filled in.
Here's some highlights.
Dairy Delivery
http://i.imgur.com/5BOgNafl.jpg
Randoms. Including a Street Shark toy
http://i.imgur.com/pRbdXzil.jpg
Mustangs
http://i.imgur.com/0MiNtmXl.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/5l13BiVl.jpg
Pontiac
http://i.imgur.com/RdQV9Y1l.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/3NS63RSl.jpg
Chevy
http://i.imgur.com/Uwmg6B4l.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/AKDnSZcl.jpg
Corvette
http://i.imgur.com/zSQgArxl.jpg
VW
http://i.imgur.com/KFoH0i3l.jpg
Porsche
http://i.imgur.com/q32uHuFl.jpg
Hondas
http://i.imgur.com/LvBxkIpl.jpg
Toyota
http://i.imgur.com/VithQFYl.jpg
Classics and Karts
http://i.imgur.com/CGWuAqrl.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/kkM3WZAl.jpg
Instant collection. Lots of great cars in that haul, and you got racks and Tupperware in the deal too right?
Wow, what's with the "Mattel Wheels" on the bottom of some cards? Is that a rare thing?
You want to sell the Hondas...those are actually what I "collect" haha...
Apparently The Japan Historics are hitting the Pegs in Canada now.
Hoping to see them in the USA soon. Last cool set that went to Canada first STAYED in Canada, hopefully that wont happen with these.
http://i.imgur.com/y4MPxES.jpg
These are seriously cool, hope to get something this cool here at some point!
I had a pretty Super Monday. Checked Brickseek and my local Target was showing two new cases in stock, went to check, sure enough they were hiding on the pallet:
https://c2.staticflickr.com/2/1630/2...2d424d5b_c.jpg
So I asked the nice employee if she'd pop them open for me, one was holding a prize:
https://c2.staticflickr.com/2/1569/2...97bc4d76_c.jpg
Then I popped over to Walmart, I wasn't expecting any mainlines since that store has overflowing pegs and they got the Rad Truck bin last week. But the manager saw me and pointed me to yet another bin on the main aisle:
https://c2.staticflickr.com/2/1681/2...6e1e7448_c.jpg
My small haul from the bin (first three 2016 ZAMACs under the Supers):
https://c2.staticflickr.com/2/1451/2...db14dd96_c.jpg
I've had some luck recently with a local antique shop that bought a bunch of hotwheels. I was able to pick up 13 Datsun 510 Bluebird sedans and one wagon. I dont have a firm grasp on whats rare or unique or collectible yet, I just buy cars that appeal to my taste in actual cars.
They likely haven't done their reset yet (which is occurring at most Targets currently) and they'll put them out after that's done. Some employees are nice enough to bring the cases out anyway but it's not required for them to. Also with this reset, certain Targets are getting a little mini-bin to put out on the shelf below the pegs and 2 or 3 cases shipped with it. Sounds like that store got 3 cases (216 cars) with their mini-bin. But now you know where to keep an eye on at least.
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On another note, if you're looking for E case cars at your Walmart, just be aware that E case is also shipping in 72-ct endcap shippers for some crazy reason and they may be hanging on an endcap or two somewhere. I've seen a few posts stating that 2 or 3 shippers were found in various locations throughout the toy dept., so that release is not limited to bins.
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I said I was going to quit buying Hot Wheels this year...
is that a wheel variation on the Porsche on the top left? and nice score on the SuperHunts, you have the best luck in your area for sure.
I know! Like the Integra that's coming out next case and the Japan Historics and... Ugh...
It is. It's actually the correct wheel but without the gold paint applied. Thanks! It's definitely not for a lack of effort. And now I will return to my monthly dry spell. :lol:
Did you guys sign up for the RLC Club yet? I think they opened it for regular members today?
Today's' "hunt"
http://i374.photobucket.com/albums/o...psvplcryrd.jpg
The BMW series are for a friend (and a member). The rest are nothing special, just keep buying the cars I find cool in real life as well, without caring. And of course opening them (one day I may regret this...)
I'm in the waiting room
found a store selling the BMW sets but they wanted 2.50 each that's twice the retail of a normal car here. However it means its likely other stores will get them soon.
Also found these at the £1 store. sadly not a single whole set so I just got what I liked the look of and left.
http://i1377.photobucket.com/albums/...psjx1grtrl.jpg
Hot Wheels BATMAN Super Treasure Hunt?
Man I need one of these, if you guys find one lets do a trade, pretty please?
http://t-hunted.blogspot.com.br/2016...hunt-para.html
http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-p0ApMq3Iv6...nSuperTH01.jpg
Get the hell outta here! If by some grand luck I find a '66 Batmobile $uper, it's going to be the pinnacle of my HW collection. I forsee it becoming one of the, if not THE, most highly sought after and valuable $upers ourside of stupid error and wheel variants.
I'd have to say no, this will not be the most valuable HW batmobile.
If Hot Wheels had not overproduced the crap outta this casting then I might agree with you.
The most valuable versions of these are the
Hot Wheels RLC Black 1966 Batmobile
Hot Wheels Convention Chrome version
Hot Wheels Convention Chrome Gold version
And there are many other version of this from the Mexico Convention all are $50 to $300 range
Got this nice mailfind today. Slowly checking items off my Datsun checklist.
http://i.imgur.com/FqtAJKj.jpg
Nah, I'm just talking $upers, Randy. I think there's going to be a high demand for it simply for being a Batman $uper TH.
I can easily see this Batmobile $uper demanding a premium beyond the average $uper and likely reaching what the 510 Wagon $uper is currently worth. Not too sure how popular Batman items are with HW collector, but they are incredibly so with comic collectors/fans.
One day I'll get my hands on a $uper 510 and $uper 240Z
Decided to take some time to take care of my donors.
http://i.imgur.com/BSPa2Del.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/NoIqmbil.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/c48l1Qrl.jpg
excited to see your customs!!!!
Anyone have a release date on this? Stars & Stripes Set? My guess is Independence day? Walmart Exclusive?
http://i.imgur.com/RzdLrQC.jpg
It's already hitting stores in some places. Finds so far have been at Walmart so I'm also assuming it's an WM exclusive.
And I ran across them today at my local Wally. Made one set out of them and didn't have enough for a second set so they're not shipping them in any usable quantity, the cards were in rough shape and the blisters have tape like the Rad Trucks did. Bought a Torino and Mustang for a local buddy and left the rest.
https://c2.staticflickr.com/2/1548/2...a90383e6_b.jpg
Also found these, they are a larger scale than the normal 1:64, but at $7.97 each I didn't buy any:
https://c2.staticflickr.com/2/1505/2...7fc215f5_b.jpg
I guess I was wrong!! :shock:
http://i.imgur.com/fQ3jN1w.jpg
http://www.ebay.com/itm/331773707176 ended at $126
http://www.ebay.com/itm/331773788211 ended at $97
http://www.ebay.com/itm/121889879618 ended at $81
Damn that's crazy
new stuff always starts high, but rare for a T-hunt to stay high unless its uber low production or strange variation, which they really are not limited anymore, its just scalpers hording. Mattel makes millions of the regulars and at least 5x,xxx, to 1xx,xxx range in the super hunts, that's my guess anyhow.
The original Treasure Hunts from 1996 at least stated on the cards limited 1 of 10,000. They have not shown that on a card in many many years. That is why mostly I got into the RLC stuff.
Yeah I am just trying to figure out the best way to offload a lot of my mainline old stuff and turn it into money for the datsuns I want. Boulevard, super, maybe RLC if I'm lucky.
Thinking of doing lots of 30 random cars for $25 on eBay, of my less desirable stuff.
But I did just trade 12 mainlines for a T-hunt Enzo, T- hunt 240Z, and 4 wagons.
Yeah gonna post on Facebook for dollar a car. Or see a toy store about buying the leftovers from what I bought.
That's not correct. eBay takes 10% of the final value including the shipping cost and PayPal gets 2.9% + $0.30 of the incoming payment. For instance one of my recent auctions sold for $89.99 + $9.01 for shipping. That's $99.00 total. eBay charged $9.90 for that completed auction.
Selling lots on eBay is actually a pretty fast way to unload a bunch of stuff, a local buddy did that to the unwanted part of his mainline collection and actually did really well. Filled up a flat rate box, took pictures of everything that fit, and let each auction run as a bidding auction starting at $0.99. In most cases he managed to average $1 per car in his auctions. I'll be doing something similar pretty soon.
Anyone interested in over 200 loose cars, as well as a metric ton of track sets?
Guys need any? Looking to sell for $1 each plus shipping
http://i.imgur.com/i9dMWUcl.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/sY3KjKSl.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/G2NlQcWl.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/u2cEOQnl.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/AIxlzbAl.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/JzblH4Tl.jpg
bottom photo bottom right, is that a toyota truck??
Nope, that's an Off Track. One of the 300 cars I sold yesterday.
Has anybody seen what the special colors/first to market cars are for the next K-day event?
http://i374.photobucket.com/albums/o...ps9jmrxmzu.jpg
Yesterdays' shopping list by my super awesome girlfriend!
Got this Miata collection
http://i.imgur.com/v9xk79S.jpg
Two wheel variations and a possible missing tampo.
http://i.imgur.com/UhrcDb6.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/8T9AHFF.jpg
Today's mailfind
http://i.imgur.com/tuukZQLl.jpg
Glad to see those made it to you safe Corey! I slipped the skyline in as a gift since it fits your collection.
I found this in my local cvs, no idea how I ended up with a 2009 hot wheels that was on the shelf and everything in 2016...
http://i447.photobucket.com/albums/q...psbvy7okr8.jpg
Got this purchase in the mail today
http://i.imgur.com/PlJkhLbl.jpg
And this huge RAOK.
http://i.imgur.com/DfUQbfAl.jpg
walked into the local £1 Store and found some old stock and after 8 or so months finally another super.
http://i1377.photobucket.com/albums/...ps65xpeqol.jpg
And that's a good one!! Congrats!
Pegs have been pretty dry lately so not too much hunting. Was surprised when I saw these two Deloreans hangin on empty pegs at Walmart last week. 2010 Models!!
http://i.imgur.com/FOCo5Ki.png
Then a guy at work said he had a few cars. Described it mostly as muscle cars and random stuff. We struck a deal and he gave me these today. Here is everything he gave me:
http://i.imgur.com/Yw17Zrw.png
http://i.imgur.com/lbjQVLl.png
And here is what Im most excited about; Deora, Treasure Hunt 57 Chevy, HW Racing 83 Silverado, BTTF Delorean, AF Nascar and mystery models!
http://i.imgur.com/XgPw5YB.png
http://i.imgur.com/Q84Aeyg.png
http://i.imgur.com/AQB5W0A.png
http://i.imgur.com/HTJAScn.png
Great additions to my collection. I did not have any of these particular variations. Cool to add some muscle cars to my JDM and Euro dominated collection.
The red 2010 Camaro is the Indy 500 Pace car. Pretty cool since I was at that race in 2010.
And here are those mystery models...except one which was a gold fantasy car that I gave to my son.
http://i.imgur.com/bhcDeLr.png
Got mine!
http://i.imgur.com/M3ERPrU.jpg
My girlfriend buys me little gems constantly, so yesterday we got a bit artsy:
http://i374.photobucket.com/albums/o...pstbcox6br.jpg
http://i374.photobucket.com/albums/o...pswnorsxf6.jpg
http://i374.photobucket.com/albums/o...psigcpaklp.jpg
http://i374.photobucket.com/albums/o...pspglm7sxe.jpg
I don't ever find supers but did get lucky and find that magnus walker car.
I've been picking up Hotwheels here and there for about a year now. I just now started paying attention to supers.
Here are some Miatas I got in a trade. I even have the Merlot one to match my NA!
http://i297.photobucket.com/albums/m...R020816_15.jpg
Hearing now that Mattel is contacting toy shops and independent dealers that they will NOT have enough cars to fulfill all the preorders for the Japanese Historics series
Anyone else hear this?
Also M2 Diecast is talking about making some JDM classics now too.
I haven't heard either of those rumors.
That would suck if they didn't have enough. I have 3 cases on order.
Go on the M2 Diecast Facebook page. The designers at M2 are asking which JDM diecast cars you want them to make.
Oh lawd, here comes the bandwagon. M2 decided they want to make money, huh?
RLC Gulf Porsche going on sale to RLC members in a few minutes. Production numbers are at 6000, so more chances for it to last into tomorrow for non-RLC members.
Haven't posted recently. But I got some cool stuff.
Eric helped me facilitate a huge trafe/purchase for some heavy hitters
http://i.imgur.com/KnO0l1Sl.jpg
And then I got these in the mail.
http://i.imgur.com/X4TZSsgl.jpg
2 Hobbies Collide!
https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1704/...5460f9fe_c.jpg
My pair of RLC Gulf Porsches came last night. And I just happen to have a NATO strap in Gulf Racing colors. I threw it on a watch for pix.
https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1556/...262505ac_c.jpg
https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1572/...71aefea1_c.jpg
This thing is... really nice. I was on the fence but Eric pushed me over (his is the one still in the case). Glad I was pushed because this car... damn. Perfect detailing. Nice heft. Literally nothing that could be done with it as far as more detailing. And the fact that it matches the recent basic paint makes me super happy.
https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1609/...e6b364ae_c.jpg
https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1516/...9e2c5e3f_c.jpg
Seiko SKX007 diver on a Clockwork Synergy Gulf NATO. I love this watch. It's super versatile and looks great on a ton of different straps.
We need a watch thread here. :)
awesome photos Adam!!!
Thanks!! Not bad for cell phone pix IMO. I picked up a bunch of nice looking photo bases and have been enjoying them a lot. (they're floor tiles)
I get blamed for so much... hehe
He made an announcement, so now I can announce we got an MR insider at Hot Wheels :P
Oooo what?!
Hardtop NA please.
So, like most worker bees, I spend more time it seems at work than anywhere else. I might as well have something to look at while I'm there.
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And yes, that's me pushing my NC at a local autocross on the computer.
^^ Awesome workspace setup Ron! Not sure how you get any work done with all those cars to play with though? :slayer:
PS I used imgur.com to blow up the tiny photos and rehost them for ya.
Here's some recent finds and mail finds.
http://i.imgur.com/4OH93czl.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/XvpRjBNl.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/u8fgszPl.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/aJVCOXil.jpg
And another one.
http://i.imgur.com/we5acdsl.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/qTrGj7Ml.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/SUjMJKQ.jpg
Found the NEW Honda CR-X today!!
Yes NEW
This is a new casting, as the first one that appeared in the Blvd Series, Cool Classics, and the Hot Ones series was a 2-piece body.
Notice on the photo of mine you can see the bottom half Chrome Plastic and Red Metal Top half.
The newer version is a 1-piece body.
Mattel probably did this to cut production costs. However from a collectors stand point it makes the first release even more valuable.
http://i.imgur.com/aMbzhIS.jpg
There are some other slight changes too, notice the rear spoiler is more exaggerated on the first production model. And the front turn signals are integrated into the body instead of using clear plastic turn signals.
Front end you can see the clear turn signal lights are on the first model but the new release they are totally gone.
http://i.imgur.com/fXE5w1v.jpg
On the rear end you can see the lower bumper has been changed ever so slightly too
http://i.imgur.com/Ngn5BHg.jpg
The engine is still custom mounted in the trunk however it's now a 1-piece vs the original that was part of the body
http://i.imgur.com/55TYmgp.jpg
Nice write-up Randy.
Got some nice heavy hitters today.
http://i.imgur.com/Gw47IJ5.jpg
Coming soon
http://i.imgur.com/IfscFjV.jpg
Well i don't hate it.
body looks nice, no silly lip made for the loops, roll bar is cool, shame about the BGW but overall I like it.
It would become a great custom...
Was moving cars around last night after getting in some Hot Cases for storage, though you guys might like to see some of my cars.
https://www.flickr.com/photos/phatmi...87901083/page2
Target has put out Spring themed cards. Got me a good batch yesterday.
http://i.imgur.com/FIS095O.jpg
If you haven't seen it, there's an error with the Pro Stock Camaro in the Spring mix and mainlines. It has the SuperTH body on the mainline chassis and there have been a lot of them found so far.
I found two in my local Target's Spring shipper so watch carefully!
https://c2.staticflickr.com/2/1558/2...42dc4908_c.jpg
Went to a pretty good sized show today.
The best part of the haul.
http://i.imgur.com/0OWmnbUl.jpg
I came in hopes of a carded $uper 510 wagon, and/or a 240 $uper. I found the only wagon there in a few minutes. He wanted 75 and was firm. I offered him 65 cash or a straight trade for the BRE RLC 240. He didn't budge. I walked away. (At the end of the show, it was still unsold, along with his two Ferrari $upers.)
I overheard that someone had a 240, and when I got there I was told it was sold a few minutes before, for $25. I was devastated.
Somehow, later on, walking around the show, I caught a glimpse of the card in someones bag, and asked if it was the $uper. After several attempts and run ins to try to get it off of him, I offered him $35, and he took it. It made my day.
Ok, onto the other finds.
Some loose Skylines, (I didn't have the red/maroon ones), and a mint Z.
http://i.imgur.com/S0ZlOxgl.jpg
240Z Treasure, Skyline Treasure, another Skyline, and first editions of the GTR, and 2 Nissan Zs.
http://i.imgur.com/a8j6LpYl.jpg
Some Treasure RX7s, older Corolla,Miata, and the Road Trippin and $uper 2000GTs.
http://i.imgur.com/RXwyLEil.jpg
Got this 5 pack for that sweet Miata. (If anyone needs the others, let me know.)
http://i.imgur.com/27lreMMl.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/3RH4Kjnl.jpg
And I found this Japan convention Mighty Maverick.
http://i.imgur.com/Pd5pYS0l.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/OFY1Mi1l.jpg
I was also at the annual Tampa bay diecast show and sale. I have been going for the past few years. Lots of new dealers this year and the prices seemed crazy high from years past so I did not buy much.
Honestly I have more fun looking at the cars. And meeting up with fellow diecast geeks.
Here is what I bought
Stand by for pics to upload.
Got these 2 VW fastbacks for $5 each, solid metal top and bottom. Very heavy.
http://i.imgur.com/eLA9alP.jpg
MoonEyes Dairy Delivery. 1 of 20,000 made.
There are 2 versions of this btw.
I've been stalking these for years. The prices are always crazy on eBay. Picked this one up for $40
http://i.imgur.com/cS7Y7Cf.jpg
Autozone 2-pack exclusive
Bought this for the civic. Paid $3
http://i.imgur.com/h7eZuCZ.jpg
Got these R32 Skylines $7 each. I cannot remember if I have these already or not so I just bought them anyhow.
http://i.imgur.com/kVK5nzY.jpg
Bought these Supers. $15 each but the Acura has several blemishes so lost on this deal. Not happy. But was rushing too much I guess
http://i.imgur.com/zIlj6vG.jpg
Pair of Maserati MC12
They generally sell for between $10 to $30 each.
Bought the pair for $16
http://i.imgur.com/Pv0RbBn.jpg
Mint loose VW Karmann Ghia
$1
http://i.imgur.com/N7w6XJX.jpg
Mint loose Corvette C6-R
$1
http://i.imgur.com/RSAxhSg.jpg
Mint loose Lancia Stratos
I think this came from a 5-pack ??
$1
http://i.imgur.com/rXBrrfr.jpg
Mint loose Bugatti Mystery car
$1
http://i.imgur.com/LQUxKb2.jpg
Mint loose Snake & Mongoose VW Drag bus set cars
Very happy with this deal. I have this set mint in box but got a great deal on these so now I won't have to open my mint sets.
These are super desirable by Hot Wheels collectors for their weight, and these don't have Real Rider wheels, instead they are plastic so these will haul butt on a downhill track.
Sets sell for $80 to $150 online.
I paid $25 for the pair !!!
http://i.imgur.com/RbVBSB8.jpg
And last be not least. The deal that made the whole trip worthwhile
This little gem sells for $100 to $150 all day. Guy was a muscle car guy and had no clue what it was. But I did !!
Picked up this mint loose Skyline (Japan only release) for only $5
Mooooooohahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahaha
http://i.imgur.com/JCqtm9d.jpg
I'm super happy for you with that deal but also super jealous. I did offer to double your money lol
I would offer to send Randy a carded 510 Wagon Super (with the OMGHTF smooth grill variation!) for that Japan Skyline, but I know that car has been a grail of his and he wouldn't take it.
Not trading this Skyline evvvvva
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Saw this on FB today.
http://www.toysrus.com/shop/index.js...ryId=69189506#
http://www.roadandtrack.com/car-cult...s-porsche-911/
Time to rub shoulders with all the Porsche enthusiasts at Target!
Borrow a neighbor's' kid for a while. :P
Got my first case of Japan Historics in the mail from A&J Toys yesterday. Two smooth grill wagons and two roll-caged Skylines, I am pleased so far, these cars are really good looking and the new wheel casting is awesome! Stupid tape on the cards but what can you do?
I use DSR-5 Adhesive Remover, you only need a few drops to get the sticker saturated, give it 30 ~ 60 seconds and they will peel off with no residue. Ask Corey, I removed some stickers right in front of him, the nice thing is that it drys up with no damage to the cards. This is the same stuff I used on my Miata to remove the pinstripes BTW.
https://conspecmaterials.com/shop/to...o-brite-dsr-5/
Hrmmm...to order the 8oz bottle or 5 gallon bucket haha...
Nice alternative, I've been using the non-dilluted 3M remover for quite some time, but always wanted to try something different...this seems it will not be as severe...Mainly used it for body molding removal...
So... I've been waning, wanting to sell all the extras and junk. Disappointed in finding nothing new or really that great. Then I walk over to toys in WM out of habit tonight to see this just chilling out front on the pegs.
http://i.imgur.com/cTnnMBW.jpg
Well shit. Guess I'll have to buy it. Another example of walking into WM for other junk and finding something great. Well, sort of. I mean, it's a Super TH, but not too keen on it. If it had been the NSX, I'd have lost my shit.
I like that one more than the NSX
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Where can I find these? Aome special exclusive website, or are they available in stores. Don't think I've ever seen them in Europe.
I got this set ( actually two sets for a total of 10 cars) from AJ toys website (www.aandjtoys.com). I prepaid a few months ago and just received them yesterday. There was a huge demand for them and from what I heard there is a backlog of shipping orders. Check them out. Good luck.
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Try eBay UK ?
http://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/i.html?_fr...rt=nc&LH_BIN=1
Mine came in today
http://i.imgur.com/jIR288U.jpg
I've been looking out for you!
I was told these will hit Walmart as well, but im quite sure all the scalpers and collectors wont leave any on the shelf, hence why I pre-ordered these