What advice would you give to a newbie diecast collector?
This was a subject of great debate between me and Baz recently.We were reminiscing over a brew (which was a strange occurrence as Baz hardly ever makes me a drink!) …
My 3 Ultimate Steve McQueen Diecast Model Cars
As we drove home from an auction yesterday, Baz and I discussed one of our newly acquired items. We’d managed to get our hands on Minichamps 1/6th scale motorcycle. Neither…
Some must have 1967 Cadillac Eldorado diecasts
Cadillac has been busy making motor cars for an incredible 116 years - and now that I have said the 'C' word you’re thinking of an enormous chrome clad tarmac…
Diecast Model Car Restoration Is it….ART?
A well know German car firm have a tradition of having people decorate their cars but have you ever thought of trying it?A contentious idea but there are lots of…
Beware the Intercrystaline Corrosion!
Intercrystaline, it sounds quite nice doesn't it? But, the fact is its bad news if you have it!Most collectors of diecast vehicles know about the perils of intercrystaline corrosion although…
Got a mystery diecast? Look closer – the clues are there!
If you come across an unusual looking model that you don't recognise then take a closer look at it.Chances are there will be a manufacturer you have never heard of…
My A-Z favourite Diecast Model Cars!
This is my list of different models from different manufacturers.Check these beauties out: Altaya Yugo 45 - go on you know you want one!Bburago Renault Fuego -sexy French 80s Coupe.Corgi Honda…
There’s more to diecast model car collecting than Dinky Toys!
Whilst I love a Dinky as much as the next person there are so many other makers past and present to choose from and one I think is well worth…
My Diecast Model Car Collecting Highlights – Part 1
Scarborough; a very warm day; July 1974. I was seven years old.We had family on the East Coast and we used to go and visit twice every year; religiously the…
Your Dream Car…In Diecast
I bet there is a car you have always wanted to own but just isn't practical to own and use, or maybe it's too rare to find or pay for,…