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Kyosho’s Lamborghini Countach Page 1

No other car saysmake that screams”exotic” in the way that Lamborghini’s Countach does. No car has been more photographed or more lusted after. From its ultra-sleek wedge profile, with its proliferation of vents, scallops and scoops, to the scissor-style doors and mammoth rear wing (on later models), this car has been the rolling embodiment of […]

Kyosho’s Lamborghini Countach Page 2

CLICK IMAGES TO ENLARGE Interior. As you look into the Lambo’s cocoon-like cockpit, you’re greeted with numerous examples of Kyosho’s craftsmanship: simulated carpeting, textured dashboard, chrome accents and fully detailed gauges. The prototype sports slung-back buckets with parallel rows of tall, rectangular cushions and no side bolsters whatsoeververy 70s! The Countach was never known for […]

Supercar Collectibles 1968 Plymouth Hemi Barracuda Page 2

Tiny pins secure the plastic, lift-off hood. Collectors appreciate the authentic feel of functional hood pins, but there is the fear of losing them. Luckily, an extra set comes with the car. Sound advice: leave them off and store them in the trunk; that makes it easier to access the star attraction anyway. One other […]

Tuner Evolution Page 2

The most popular 1:1 tuner cars: The most popular die-cast tuner cars: The aftermarket brands preferred by full-size tuners: Top aftermarket brands seen on die-cast tuner cars: > Honda Civic > Acura Integra > Honda Accord > Mitsubishi Eclipse> Ford Focus> Honda CRX> Subaru WRX> Mitsubishi Lancer (EVO) > Mazda Protégé> Toyota Celica > Mitsubishi […]

Crossing 164th Street Page 1

First, thanks to everyone who contacted Die Cast X to say they enjoyed Alan Paradises interview with me for the story behind the design of the Deora IIthe full size and the die-cast cars. Its especially gratifying to me, as Ive had a passion for Hot Wheels cars since 1968, when I was 6 and […]

Jada Page 2

It takes a team to create the unique “Jada look.” Here’s the entire Jada design team with their customized Scion tC show car. Jada Toys’ line of Chub City characters appeal to a younger group. Chub C is featured here with a Chrysler 300Can exaggerated version of designer Luis Tanahara’s own car. The OldSkool […]

Diecast Bidding Wars Page 2

Getting what you pay for There are a number of guidelines that buyers can follow to reduce the risk of getting less than expected from online purchasesbe it from an auction or at a set price. Many of these suggestions also apply to buying at swap meets, diecast shows and automotive events. Left: This discontinued […]

Tommy Ivo Page 1

During a photo shoot for Hot Rod magazine on the set of his TV show, Tommy Ivo stands behind one of his ground-breaking dragsters. The young whippersnapper at the wheel is Don Prudhomme. In the world of sports, records are made to be broken, and they regularly are. “Firsts,” however, happen only once, and there […]

Steve Metz Page 1

Every industry has big menmen of vision, persistence and guts willing to risk it all for a passionate belief in a product, ideal or service. Steve Metz was well on his way to becoming this type of man by risking his life before it had barely begun. To those inside the diecast industry, Metz is […]

Steve Metz Page 2

Roth-inspired Muscle Machines changed the dimensions of the diecast world. While Metz exaggerated the engine, tires, wheels and some styling features, key elements of the original car were un-touched to keep each model recognizable. One of the original Muscle Machines was this 1:18-scale ’41 Willys coupe modeled after Steve’s full-size car that’s affectionately known as […]