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.

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Diecast Collector

HONDA CLASSICS FEATURE IN SPARK’S EAGERLY AWAITED ‘F1 CELEBRATION’ SET

ICONIC GAVIN & STACEY COACH LISTED FOR £200K

JAPANESE ROBOT CAR SELLS FOR OVER $233K

ALDI AUSTRALIA SPARKS NEW COLLECTING CRAZE

$5.2M ‘ILLUSTRATOR’ POKÉMON UP FOR SALE

NEW STATION SHOP OPENS IN SHEFFIELD

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MATCHBOX PRESENTATION SET SMASHES ESTIMATE

STURDITOY PRESSED-STEEL VEHICLES FAR EXCEED AUCTION EXPECTATIONS

SIGNED HARRY POTTER BOOK CASTS ITS SPELL

HIGH HOPES FOR ART NOUVEAU POSTCARDS AT WARWICK & WARWICK

HIGH EXPECTATIONS FOR SAS ‘TOYS FOR THE COLLECTOR’ SALE

New model of the month • Keith D’Souza picks a standout new release. This month, he reviews the Rover 827 Vitesse.

DOUBLE DENNIS ON THE WAY FROM MODEL BUSES CREATIONS

Born in Italy • Our series of articles “Racing Colours” has been here since Francisco Mota started as a contributor to this magazine. After dozens of themes covered, here is an unexpected one, born in Italy.

A Spitfire with stars and bars • Jarrod Cotter highlights the significance of Corgi’s first 1:72-scale Spitfire IXc featuring US markings, marking a milestone in the Aviation Archive range.

The Renovation Game: Part Two • In the second part of this series, Ian McDermott looks at choosing a project to restore.

Driven to collect • Matt Palmer’s meticulously cared-for Lesney collection showcases decades of passion, expert storage, and genuine knowledge, with a rare SuperKings K-17 Ford D Series still awaiting discovery.

The Sweeney’s finest • For this month’s Little and Large, Steve Coles turns detective and investigates a couple of likely suspects.

Superfast 1969-1982 • Charting the evolution of the Matchbox Superfast range during the Lesney years.

Mighty Morphin’ Zords • George Chrysostomou explores the history of the Power Rangers’ mighty mechs!

BTCC cars vs road cars • Steve Coles explores how everyday saloon cars were transformed into British Touring Car Championship contenders, pairing iconic racers with their road-going counterparts from across the BTCC’s most celebrated eras.

Tampers and grinders • You see them hanging around in sidings. You’ve no idea what they do. Neither has Mark Nolan, but he’s going to find out about the machines they call ‘On Track Plant’.

A toy fair to get dressed up for! • Every other month, Ann Evans and Rob Tysall head out to review the UK’s finest toy fairs. This month, they explore MCM Comic Con, where pop culture collecting meets costumes, characters and celebrities.

Old Friends • Ed Karswell ponders the world of model collecting.

Armoured Car • DTCA Chairman, Michael Driver, picks another vintage favourite from Dinky.

On the road • America’s great car and toy shows Charles Barnett heads stateside for an autumn tour of America’s biggest car and toy shows, from Carlisle and Hershey to Chicago and Allentown, uncovering standout models and memorable finds.

PRICE GUIDE • Rounding up the latest toy sales from across the country with a brief visit to specialist auction rooms…

eBuys • From collectables of the future to old favourites, eBay always manages to produce some amazing finds… and even more amazing prices!

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