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Well, I posted some of my favorite customs from the week last week, and it was a huge success. I got several inquiries on where to send in photos, so I set that up as well. As I stated last week, I love seeing the amazing work that some can do. From basic wheel swaps …
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Well, I posted some of my favorite customs from the week last week, and it was a huge success. I got several inquiries on where to send in photos, so I set that up as well. As I stated last week, I love seeing the amazing work that some can do. From basic wheel swaps …
Continue reading "As is the Custom: My faves from the week – June 29, 2012"
This is for my Australian friends. The UTE is such a popular car and casting there, but I would imagine this model will get mixed reviews. It does from me. I have really liked this casting since its debut in 2010. Just plain good-looking, always in great colors, and a no-brainer choice for Matchbox. This …
This is for my Australian friends. The UTE is such a popular car and casting there, but I would imagine this model will get mixed reviews. It does from me. I have really liked this casting since its debut in 2010. Just plain good-looking, always in great colors, and a no-brainer choice for Matchbox. This …
Well, this is surely not a First Look at the new Viper casting. We already did that a few weeks ago, when we profiled the exclusive HW Viper promotional model given out at the New York Auto Show, in conjunction with the debut of the new Viper. And that model is surprisingly one of my …
Well, this is surely not a First Look at the new Viper casting. We already did that a few weeks ago, when we profiled the exclusive HW Viper promotional model given out at the New York Auto Show, in conjunction with the debut of the new Viper. And that model is surprisingly one of my …
We continue our look at several new models, so let's jump back into the Matchbox pool. Now this new Matchbox won't generate even close to the same amount of excitement as the Seagrave, but it is not hard to like at all. A polar vehicle like this one is a nice addition to the Matchbox …
We continue our look at several new models, so let's jump back into the Matchbox pool. Now this new Matchbox won't generate even close to the same amount of excitement as the Seagrave, but it is not hard to like at all. A polar vehicle like this one is a nice addition to the Matchbox …
This mysterious BMW showed up on HotWheels.com. Word is it is one of three "Medal" cars. This appears to be the bronze. Looking forward to learning what the other two will be...
This mysterious BMW showed up on HotWheels.com. Word is it is one of three "Medal" cars. This appears to be the bronze. Looking forward to learning what the other two will be...
It has probably become evident that I collect wheel variations, especially if they are found on my beloved imports and sports cars. If I casting I really like appears with different, rest assured will try my hardest to either find it or acquire it. And in my pursuits, I have noticed that some castings seem …
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It has probably become evident that I collect wheel variations, especially if they are found on my beloved imports and sports cars. If I casting I really like appears with different, rest assured will try my hardest to either find it or acquire it. And in my pursuits, I have noticed that some castings seem …
Continue reading "Variation alert: Two more wheel variations on the Hot Wheels BMW M3 GT2…"
Holy cross-promotion, Batman!!I have seen this in the trailer, and it looks pretty darn cool. I think the play value will increase once people see the movie and figure out what it is all about. For now, it looks like a robot sea turtle with guns. For anyone wondering, the top is diecast metal, the …
Continue reading "First Look: Hot Wheels The Turtle! (oops, I mean "The Bat")…"
Holy cross-promotion, Batman!!I have seen this in the trailer, and it looks pretty darn cool. I think the play value will increase once people see the movie and figure out what it is all about. For now, it looks like a robot sea turtle with guns. For anyone wondering, the top is diecast metal, the …
Continue reading "First Look: Hot Wheels The Turtle! (oops, I mean "The Bat")…"
Ah, I remember why I like Matchbox so much...With all the frustration among collectors about the direction Matchbox has taken this year, there are occasional signs that Matchbox is still the brand so many of us love. I still consider this a transition year for Matchbox. Mattel is obviously making a major effort to differentiate …
Continue reading "First Look: Matchbox Classic Seagrave Fire Engine…"
Ah, I remember why I like Matchbox so much...With all the frustration among collectors about the direction Matchbox has taken this year, there are occasional signs that Matchbox is still the brand so many of us love. I still consider this a transition year for Matchbox. Mattel is obviously making a major effort to differentiate …
Continue reading "First Look: Matchbox Classic Seagrave Fire Engine…"
Friends, get ready for a ride...Starting now, the Lamley Group Blog will go on a run of First Looks that we haven't done before. Be prepared for two First Looks a day for AT LEAST the next week, including several brand new models from both Hot Wheels and Matchbox. Check back often, because new posts …
Continue reading "First Look: Hot Wheels Bentley Continental Supersports…"
Friends, get ready for a ride...Starting now, the Lamley Group Blog will go on a run of First Looks that we haven't done before. Be prepared for two First Looks a day for AT LEAST the next week, including several brand new models from both Hot Wheels and Matchbox. Check back often, because new posts …
Continue reading "First Look: Hot Wheels Bentley Continental Supersports…"
This email from Matchbox designer Dave Weise to Matchbox Ambassador Shabbir Malik and collector Jim Gallegos was just forwarded to me by Jim:Jim, forgot to mention to you and Shabbir that we had a special event here at the Design Center last Friday. The Mattel Design Center was renamed (rededicated) in honor of Ruth and Elliot Handler, …
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This email from Matchbox designer Dave Weise to Matchbox Ambassador Shabbir Malik and collector Jim Gallegos was just forwarded to me by Jim:Jim, forgot to mention to you and Shabbir that we had a special event here at the Design Center last Friday. The Mattel Design Center was renamed (rededicated) in honor of Ruth and Elliot Handler, …
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Now the Ferrari Racers was quite the series. I think it is that series that bore the Speed Machines, putting the super car collectors in a true hog heaven.I was a little late to the game on the Ferrari Racers, and there are still a few I want that I have yet to track down. …
Continue reading "The Lamley Group Model of the Day: HW Ferrari Racers Ferrari 430 Scuderia…"
Now the Ferrari Racers was quite the series. I think it is that series that bore the Speed Machines, putting the super car collectors in a true hog heaven.I was a little late to the game on the Ferrari Racers, and there are still a few I want that I have yet to track down. …
Continue reading "The Lamley Group Model of the Day: HW Ferrari Racers Ferrari 430 Scuderia…"
Obviously castings get modified, sometimes because they have to (broken molds, licenser tweaks, etc), and sometimes because someone wants to. The former seems to be the case here with the Hot Wheels Silverado casting.Just a couple of weeks ago we profiled the Hot Ones Silverado, and it was just a couple of days later that …
Continue reading "DLMer’s view of the new version of the Hot Wheels ’83 Silverado…"
Obviously castings get modified, sometimes because they have to (broken molds, licenser tweaks, etc), and sometimes because someone wants to. The former seems to be the case here with the Hot Wheels Silverado casting.Just a couple of weeks ago we profiled the Hot Ones Silverado, and it was just a couple of days later that …
Continue reading "DLMer’s view of the new version of the Hot Wheels ’83 Silverado…"