1/64 Model Collectors Thread

[CodeRedR51]

But I still have to wonder why people spend anything more than say $20 on one item.

This after I just spent $50 on a Datsun Super. You probably saw how hard I tried to find one in the store, I probably spent 3 times that amount looking for one, then finally caved. I collect that car, so a collection isn't complete when something is missing. Just gotta have it. I recently decided to give up on collecting the Civic EF because there's already a bunch of rare variations for it that I will never get, so being a completest I've given up on it.

 

[Ken]

This after I just spent $50 on a Datsun Super. You probably saw how hard I tried to find one in the store, I probably spent 3 times that amount looking for one, then finally caved. I collect that car, so a collection isn't complete when something is missing. Just gotta have it. I recently decided to give up on collecting the Civic EF because there's already a bunch of rare variations for it that I will never get, so being a completest I've given up on it.

That statement was somewhat based on your Datsun. No offense, though. Just different strokes for different folks. I just couldn't do it though.

But I'm sure we have completely different lives.

 

[Ameer67]

More photos as promised by myself:

 

[Ken]

What series is that orange Acura from? I haven't run across it yet.

 

[Ameer67]

What series is that orange Acura from? I haven't run across it yet.

All the cars with the sticker behind them are from mystery packs.

 

[AOS-]

It's from the 2014 Mystery Models foil packs.


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-Didn't win the red Alfa Romeo TZ3.*
-Didn't win the red Alfa Romeo 155 V6 Ti.
-Didn't win the #6 Alfa Romeo 155 V6 Ti.
-Didn't win the yellow F12 Berlinetta.
-Didn't win the LE F50 GT.
-Didn't win the LE Enzo GT Concept.

Saved me a load of money. Impulse didn't win this time. I intend to win some others though.

*Condition: If red TZ3 was not won, I would not get the yellow TZ3 to complete the set.

 

[Gotbeefboy564]

Wish I knew about the code when the packs came out I skipped mystery cars until this year.

 

[Ameer67]

The best part about shopping for Hot Wheels in stores is when you bring 20+ cars with you to the register and then the cashier asks you, "You a collector or something?".

 

[Johnny1996]

The best part about shopping for Hot Wheels in stores is when you bring 20+ cars with you to the register and then the cashier asks you, "You a collector or something?".

Yeah.

I've been there so many times before, yet I'm still not used to it.

 

[Cano]

Aaaaaaand found another $TH 69 Vette, the purple one with flames, hanging at the very front of the pegs, no less. First time in the history of ever that I find the same $TH twice. Will probably never happen again, too. Trade bait.

 

[AOS-]

Please rip off those suckers I've grown to dislike over the past 2 nights.

 

[Cano]

Please rip off those suckers I've grown to dislike over the past 2 nights.

Which suckers?

 

[AOS-]

^ These boobs: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1510433632503314/

 

[Cano]

Blegh, I'll sell it/trade it locally. There is a sliiiiiim chance I might even get a Datsun for it. Or two for the Datsun.

 

[TorqueHappenS08]

Don't know if this has been posted yet. New Toyota collection from Kyosho. Do want one of those 86's.

ah the Century, toyotas first(and last) V12 in a production car.

 

[AOS-]

Errors!

Extra chrome.

All small wheels. Pulled this randomly out of a bin. Card condition is surprisingly in beautiful condition. Another surprise to note is that this is my first ASW error ever.

edit:

-Didn't win the red Alfa Romeo TZ3.
-Didn't win the red Alfa Romeo 155 V6 Ti.
-Didn't win the #6 Alfa Romeo 155 V6 Ti.
-Didn't win the LE F50 GT.
-Didn't win the LE Enzo GT Concept.

Saved me a load of money.

While I saved me some moolah, the total for the two cars I already won was $33. That's around $17 each. Seller only asked for $6 shipping too. Even if I won the $23 bid on the TZ3, it would've worked out to be $18 per car. Mathethematically speaking, that's a better bang for my buck, but still... $17 per car. It's entirely the FXX's fault. Had to fight for that one.

 

[CodeRedR51]

B case cars I will be purchasing:

 

[Ken]

I agree. Nice liveries on those.

 

[Johnny1996]

B case cars I will be purchasing:

Dat Chevelle!

 

[a6m5]

I visited few Walmart stores while out of town today, but first, from eBay(@Johnny1996 , thx for the intro ):



From Walmart(s):




M2 1957 Dodge Custom Royal Lancer D500


Wasn't planning on it, but man, the paint job. It was hard to pass up on the others, but I picked the one I liked the best.

Ameer beat me to it, but I finally found the MBX Mack fire engine & other nice cars(Lambo & Mustangs from Target).

 

[Spacegoat]

It's all right John, allow me.

Dat Chevelle!

Dat M2 Dodge and those Auto Worlds too. Curse you a6. 👍

 

[Gotbeefboy564]

How are Auto Worlds in quality? Are they like hot wheels or Maisto?

 

[CodeRedR51]

How are Auto Worlds in quality? Are they like hot wheels or Maisto?

Depends on what you buy. Those pictured above are the regular releases with plastic tires and I think a plastic base.

The premium and licensed premium cars with the rubber tires and metal base are probably the best thing you can buy at retail. (like Walmart)

 

[MedigoFlame]

Didn't think my local Walmart would update the Entertainment series anytime soon. But I was wrong.

The Daytona's been a peg warmer for a long time, but I thought I'd get myself one anyways. The Koenigsegg finally popped up as well as the NFS Mustang (but avoided that one)

 

[a6m5]

I looked & looked for F&F Charger today. No. Go.

It's all right John, allow me.

I so laughed...... 👍

How are Auto Worlds in quality? Are they like hot wheels or Maisto?

Like Jason said, plastic tires & plastic base on these base cars(3 bucks). I really like them, maybe even more so than their premium cars. These base cars have simpler, but very clean & clear details like with the lights. I'm a fan of both base & premium cars. They feel like American TLVs sometimes. 👍

 

[CodeRedR51]

Only thing I can't stand about the base cars are those hideous wheels they use on the modern cars. I really wanted to buy the SVO Mustangs, but the wheels stopped me more than once.

 

[a6m5]

Only thing I can't stand about the base cars are those hideous wheels they use on the modern cars. I really wanted to buy the SVO Mustangs, but the wheels stopped me more than once.

I just googled it. Those wheels helped in getting me to buy 3 Camaros & the Firebird today. To each his own, I guess. *shrug*

 

[Spacegoat]

@a6m5 and @R1600Turbo. You guys may want to check out AmiAmi, the latest TLV pre-orders are up. GT-R anyone?

 

[CodeRedR51]

@a6m5 and @R1600Turbo. You guys may want to check out AmiAmi, the latest TLV pre-orders are up. GT-R anyone?

Ah damnit, now I have to decide what colors I want.

Edit: Screw it. Buy them all!

Edit 2: DONE.

 

[Spacegoat]

Edit: Screw it. Buy them all!

Ordered the Grey GT-R along with the Australia Rally Toyopet Crown. Man, really excited for those two. Is it March yet? :/