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50th Anniversary Favorites – Hot Wheels TV with Mike Zarnock

Die Cast X’s resident Hot Wheels Guru Mike Zarnock showcases a new series called 50th Anniversary Favorites in the upcoming issue (on sale September 25) but he previews the first wave of this cool new line in his latest episode of Hot Wheels TV. Check it out and get the inside scoop on the first […]

Hot Wheels/Kellogg’s Terry Labonte Chevy Monte Carlos [Rear View]

Author: Ron Ruelle If you were to rattle off a list of stock car drivers who have won multiple NASCAR titles, you might overlook Terry Labonte because he holds the distinction for the longest gap between titles—12 years—having won in 1984 and again in 1996. But the soft-spoken Texan’s combination of on-track success, nice-guy […]

Diecast Video Build-Along: Back to the Future DeLorean 1:8-scale from Eaglemoss Collections – Ep2

The next component for our jumbo 1:8-scale Back to the Future DeLorean arrived, so we fired up the camera for the next episode of the Die Cast X Video Build-Along. This is kit #3 (we did kits 1 and 2 in the first episode.) Check it out and see exactly what is involved in the […]

1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta Sprint Speciale – Best of Show

We all know the classic tale of star-crossed lovers Romeo and Juliet ended tragically in Renaissance-era Verona, but one retelling—some 400 years later (give or take) and 200 miles west in Turin—ended in a much happier union. That one was penned not by Shakespeare but by Franco Scaglione, master designer at Bertone. And he worked […]

Supercar Collectibles 1967 Yenko Camaro

Road and Race Versions of the Original Super Camaro by Matt Boyd As most fans know, the Camaro was introduced to counter the runaway sales success of Ford’s Mustang. Chevrolet’s top brass wanted to best their crosstown rivals, but they were wary of threatening the status of their Corvette as the pinnacle of Chevy performance. […]

Diecast Review: Maisto Design 1969 Dodge Charger R/T Restomod

1:18 | $39 (est) We applaud any diecast company trying something new that gives more detail, value or originality to a product line. These days, with the norm being cost-cutting, consolidation, or brands disappearing altogether, its refreshing to see a company like Maisto innovating and finding ways to give collectors more. That’s the idea behind […]

Diecast Review: Vintage Doepke Jaguar XK 120 (Rear View)

A Tale of Redemption and Restoration The line between collectible and toy cars can sometimes become blurred, especially in the eyes of different people. Here’s one story involving the classic Jaguar XK120 model from Doepke. Doepke was a small toy maker that made big toys. Many of their offerings were large scale, such as toy […]

Diecast Video Build-Along: Back to the Future DeLorean 1:8-scale from Eaglemoss Collections – Ep1

We’ve been talking with Eaglemoss Collections over the past couple of months about doing a video series about building their awesome 1:8 scale Back to the Future DeLorean time machine diecast kit. The idea is to build it in installments just as you would if you ordered your own model. This way you can see […]

Diecast Review: DNA Collectibles Saab 9-3 Viggen Convertible

The Swan Song for a Sporty Swede by: Matt Boyd Here’s a model we just received in the office this week, and it’s the very first we’ve seen from new diecast company on the scene. How often do we get to say that? They’re called DNA Collectibles and they’re out of Switzerland. They do sealed […]

Diecast Review: Vintage 1931 Mack Greyhound Bus from Iconic Replicas

Travelling in style with the 1931 Mack BK Parlor Coach By the time Mack Trucks Inc. introduced its BK series motor coach in 1929, Greyhound Lines was already the biggest name in intercity and interstate bus service. What began as a series of small regional bus routes was gradually consolidated under the Greyhound brand. And […]