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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UFC & PMI LAUNCH OCTAGON FIGHTERS LINE ON AMAZON

$10K TRADING CARD HEIST HITS TOM BRADY–BACKED STORE

SUPERMAN NO. 1 BREAKS ALL-TIME COMIC RECORD

PRINGLES ENTERS COLLECTABLES CRAZE WITH MYSTERY BOX

SHOWCASE IS AN OLYMPIA SUCCESS

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EARLY DINKY AND CLASSIC CORGI ATTRACT STRONG BIDDERS TO GTH

STAR WARS AND STEAM AT WARWICK & WARWICK

BIG TOY RESULTS AT C & T

New model of the month • Keith D’Souza picks a standout new release. This month, he reviews the 1985 Toyota Hilux SR5.

NEW DUBLIN CITY TOUR BUS FROM NORTHCORD

Countach! • An expression of astonishment in the Piedmontese dialect of Northern Italy, and the name of one of the world’s most famous supercars. Alex Winson examines Kyosho’s detailed 1:18 LP400.

Tragedy and despair • In 1985, Diabolique Motorsport was a well-established rally team; however, an era in rallying was ending. Francisco Mota looks at how the Team made the change to Group B rules, with a terrible tragedy in between.

Mighty Marauder • Jarrod Cotter looks at the second release of a new tooling in the Corgi Aviation Archive range, the 1:72 scale Martin Marauder.

A day in the life • Sarah, Director at Excalibur Auctions Ltd, offers a behind-the-scenes look at how their team brings extraordinary collections to auction, from initial enquiries to sale day.

Driven to collect • Erasmus Krisna rebuilt his collection after disaster struck and now celebrates air cooled VW icons, Japanese favourites and prizewinning images across a growing display of miniature motoring marvels.

Monte Minis • For the second time in recent months, Steve Coles dons his wellies and thick coat and heads to Monte Carlo in search of some Mini marvels.

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

What can Star Wars teach us about wills? • Stephanie Bradley, Collector Wills Specialist at Ramsdens Solicitors, looks at how one Star Wars fan’s incredible collection highlights why every collector needs a specialist will.

Super 8 movies, super collectors • Richard Bevan explores the enduring charm of Super 8, from childhood memories and rare reels to the community keeping analogue cinema alive.

From toys to treasures • Graham Farish made everything from radio components to water pumps - but that didn’t stop them from carving out a place in toy train history, as Mark Nolan discovers.

From silver swans to mechanical violins • Angela Youngman explores the world of historic automata that captivated generations, with complex creations and occasional hoaxes peaking among Victorian collectors.

Power play • When the battery achieved its full potential, toys duly benefited, writes Alwyn Brice.

Batman battles on • Gerald Edwards delves into the fascinating history of DC Comics’ Batman, a major icon for nearly ninety years and still going strong. Holy heroes, Batman! as Robin would say.

Childhood treasures at Spalding toyfair • Our Junior Content Editor Amelia recently went to her first toy fair; this was her experience and thoughts on the event.

Memories are us • Ed Karswell ponders the world of model collecting.

The Renovation Game: Part One • In this series, Ian McDermott...