Diecast Collector

Diecast Collector is the most popular UK model collecting magazine, featuring both vintage collectables and the brand-new diecast releases. The monthly magazine is written and edited by collectors with a passion for the subject and includes a wide range of in-depth features and supplements on models old and new.

Diecast Collector

HAPPY 70th BIRTHDAY MATCHBOX • Here's a round-up of the latest hobby news and events.

PREPARE FOR A WEEKEND AWAY IN A CLASSIC BRITISH SPORTS CAR

HOT WHEELS FOR THE BLIND

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TRANS-BRIDGING THE TRUCK MODEL GAP

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DAT'S SOME SORT OF WONDERFUL, CLASSIC SPORTS CAR WITH A LOAD OF FEATURES • Our team of experts take a look at this month's model releases, including fine handbuilt replicas, scale construction and the latest in farm models

TAKE A PUNT ON A PONTIAC AND TAKE A LOOK AT AUTOMODELLO’S FIERY NEW FIERO

CZECH OUT THIS STUNNING PRE-WAR BUS BY AUTOCULT

Spring colours • Mazda has carved an enviable niche for itself in the sports car market, which means that OttOmobile’s offering, as enthused over here by Stephen Paul Hardy, are dead certain to be winners with collectors.

Takin’ Vantage • The name Aston Martin instantly conjures up an image of quintessential Britishness that never fails to engender a unique type of automotive passion, as Stephen Paul Hardy explains.

Contrasts • Two undercurrent themes permeate Stephen Paul Hardy’s reviews this month - the first being ‘close-out’ Editions, the second being Le Mans commemorations.

The first years of The Bull • Founded in 1963 with the objective of producing a refined grand touring car to compete with offerings from established marques, Laurence Price brings us models from the first ten years of Lamborghini.

NEW 2023 EDITION • Over £400,000 worth of the latest toy auction results listed inside

Join the club • Rick Wilson has become totally hooked on the new series of modern reproductions featuring some of his favourite old Corgi Toys.

A Platinum Jubilee? • John Tailby states the case for yet more celebrations.

The Professionals • The popular TV show has led to several releases by Corgi over the decades. Tony Buller, in collaboration with the editor, brings the story right up to date.

The big money • Marlboro was one of the major investors in motorsport. Francisco Mota uncovers a few more scale models sponsored by what is probably the bestknown racing livery in the history of the sport.

A foregone conclusion? • John Harrison continues his look at Renault’s fabulous 4 and shares his collection of miniature replicas.

Tuf-Tots trucks • Never lost for things to talk about, Rick Wilson shares another selection from his collection.

Jurassic World by Matchbox • Mike Pigott continues his series on the Jurassic Park franchise with a look at the Matchbox models that were (very loosely) based on the 2015 film Jurassic World.

Workbench • Rick Wilson shares his current project progress.

IXO COLLECTIONS 1/8 SCALE LE MANS 1970 GULF PORSCHE 917

Superfast 1969-1982 • Rick Wilson charts the evolution of the Matchbox Superfast range during the Lesney years, from 1969 to 1982.

Triple Vision • Rick Wilson looks back at a trio of concept car models released by Norev.

NOW ON SALE! • Helping collectors and dealers value their collection since 1983

Austin Devon Saloon • DTCA Chairman, Michael Driver, picks another vintage favourite by Dinky.

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