10 types of toy collector seen at Swap-Meets
Wandering around toy fairs, flea markets and swap meets is something I have been brought up with. I think I was about eight when my Dad first took me to…
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!) …
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…
Collecting diecast model cars helps me cope with grief..and with life!
Who’d have thought it – these tiny representations of vehicles both actual and imaginary that grace our highways and byways could have such meaning in our lives. My collection is…
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…
Check this rare 1960’s toy Batmobile we found!
WOW! You dont see many of these around!All Batman toy fans will know that this is a desirable toy.Bazza and I found it buried in a box full of odds…
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…