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[Cano]

P.S. I ordered another $7.50-ish Tomica yesterday:

TOMICA #50 HASEMI EVTO GTR 2009 SEVAN SPEC CAR DIECAST

Nice 4x4 GTR. Is it a rally car or something? It sure is missing the mud tires.

(:

This is why I really REALLY dislike the new Tomica stuff. Just look at how badly achieved that car is, from the casting to the detailing to the stance (omg the stance) and the wheels. Sorry dude, but that thing sucks.

 

[CodeRedR51]

Ever thought they are made that way on purpose?

 

[commodoreben]

http://lamleydlm.blogspot.com/2012/07/first-look-hot-wheels-2012-volkswagen.html

That Beetle looks amazing cant wait for it to make its way down here. Has anyone found the 2013 Vipers yet?

 

[CodeRedR51]

Not yet, at least around here. P cases are shipping now, and I haven't even seen the N cases yet. (Viper, BAT, etc)

 

[Cano]

Ever thought they are made that way on purpose?

Yeah, and that makes it so much worse.

 

[CodeRedR51]

I mean on purpose like, made to look somewhat cartoon-like on purpose.

Nobody is forcing you to buy them, just move along.

 

[M-POWER_FTW]

One man's trash is another man's treasure.

 

[TheeFrogmanlego]

http://lamleydlm.blogspot.com/2012/07/first-look-hot-wheels-2012-volkswagen.html

Il be getting mine in few days in the mail =D

 

[Robin]

I like that. I like the new Beetle in general, and that model works well.

I also love the new beetle is really builds on the design of the old...um 'new' beetle. The only thing that I found extremely disappointing was the fact they removed the flower vase.

 

[homeforsummer]

I also love the new beetle is really builds on the design of the old...um 'new' beetle. The only thing that I found extremely disappointing was the fact they removed the flower vase.

Meh. Was a gimmick anyway! My 70s Beetle has no vase, and I don't think any previous decade had them either!

 

[CodeRedR51]

Il be getting mine in few days in the mail =D

Gotta have it now syndrome can get expensive.

 

[Cano]

I mean on purpose like, made to look somewhat cartoon-like on purpose.

Nobody is forcing you to buy them, just move along.

Ah, I get you now, and I don't think so. Tomica has had cartoonish lines in the past (Pokemon, Disney, CARS, and so on) and they do look like cartoons, so I know they do know how to make a cartoonish casting. These are just badly done.

As for the Beetle vase, they were never a factory instaled option, however, you could order a handmade ceramic flower vase in the dash of your Beetle as early as the mid 50s as a dealer-option. They have their name in the VW scene but for the life of me I cannot remmeber (I used to realy be into the VW scene a few years ago), and originals command stupid-high prices today. They didn't put the flower vase in the New Beetle for nothing.

 

[a6m5]

Nice 4x4 GTR. Is it a rally car or something? It sure is missing the mud tires.

(:

This is why I really REALLY dislike the new Tomica stuff. Just look at how badly achieved that car is, from the casting to the detailing to the stance (omg the stance) and the wheels. Sorry dude, but that thing sucks.

I agree with you & the guys on the wheels, but I actually like the body.

I'm not a fan of the newer Tomica either as you know, but some are doable, and like Medigo mentioned before, their unique selection often features cars that you won't find anywhere else. That's where this car fits for me. I do appreciate your no B.S. take, Cano. 👍

P.S. Now, if this car was $7.50 w/free shipping, I'd buy it this second.

 

[Cano]

That is a China-made car with a Japanese mold. I know because I have both, I have the vintage japanese car (which I got for a buck at a flea market, mint) and that exact one you posted (got it off E-Bay for 99 cents plus like 3 bucks for shipping off Hong Kong many years ago; yup, deals like this still exist) and I do have to say that the difference in quality is much lower than full-China-made stuff, but you can still see it.

For instance, in the back of the car, there is mesh in the lower holes, in the japanese casting the mesh is much more delicate and intricate, whereas in the chinese car the mesh is a bit sloppy... not as bad as stuff made later on in China, but you do notice a difference.

If I ever remember where the China car is (That one has a lot more time with me than the Japanese version) or happen to stumble upon it I'll compare both, but I don't have time right now to go trough all my boxes to find it.

EDIT: I had not noticed the price for the car you posted. The guy is insane for asking that for a China-made car. Heck, the japanese version would barely be worth that, as it is one of the most common racing car Tomicas. It's not like it's the Renault 5 Turbo or the Sillohuette Silvia. Those would be SO worth that and more. A China car? lol. Don't fall onto that, people. If you're gonna pay more than ten bucks for a Tomica, make sure it's a japanese car.

 

[a6m5]

You must be referring to the R30 Silhouette? Yeah, comparison photo would be a interesting one. It's certainly an interesting topic. Let's see them, if you ever get the chance.

 

[Cano]

Yes the Silhouette Skyline. I'll do it if I can remember where in the heck is the Chinese car.

On the other hand, thanks. You just made me dump more money on Tomicas.

 

[Spacegoat]

http://lamleydlm.blogspot.com/2012/07/first-look-hot-wheels-2012-volkswagen.html

Very nice. Especially in that red and with those wheels.

Meh. Was a gimmick anyway! My 70s Beetle has no vase, and I don't think any previous decade had them either!

No, I own a '60's Beetle and mine doesn't have one either.

/Offtopic.

 

[a6m5]

On the other hand, thanks. You just made me dump more money on Tomicas.

You really do want to thank me though. I can tell.

 

[TheeFrogmanlego]

Found that stupid BMW m3 race car, I had to go to that little shop I told you guys about, There it was haha =D. That place never fails me! and he still had some old stuff * pre 2000* but I only had a dollar.

 

[AOS-]

Yeah so we get nothing here.

Today, I only grabbed a White w/ Red Stripes Ferrari California Spyder.

Profound sadness.

 

[TheeFrogmanlego]

Yeah so we get nothing here.

Today, I only grabbed a White w/ Red Stripes Ferrari California Spyder.

Profound sadness.

Just the last wave of stuff.. THEN 2013 BABY!

 

[Cano]

You really do want to thank me though. I can tell.

It was sincere. I got 6 vintage japanese castings (among other nonrelevant cars)for 12 bucks, including shipping. Peanuts.

 

[a6m5]

It was sincere. I got 6 vintage japanese castings (among other nonrelevant cars)for 12 bucks, including shipping. Peanuts.

Nice. ETA on the pics? Restoration?

 

[CodeRedR51]

Just the last wave of stuff.. THEN 2013 BABY!

More classic Japanese cars next year would make me extremely happy.

I've also decided to slim my collection down some. I'm only keeping mainline cars I like and errors/variations, so tomorrow I will be putting a lot of stuff on eBay.

 

[MedigoFlame]

At Pennsylvania now...and oh my does that Beetle look awesome! Wasn't the picture of it on the 2012 poster in white though? Thought they'd release it in that color first...

 

[a6m5]

More classic Japanese cars next year would make me extremely happy.

I've also decided to slim my collection down some. I'm only keeping mainline cars I like and errors/variations, so tomorrow I will be putting a lot of stuff on eBay.

Damn. This is the second time I noticed you moving sizable inventory. You are a really active collector. I just buy, buy, then years later, open a box(some might call it a time capsule) and go WTF is this!?

 

[VspecZR1GT2RS89]

http://lamleydlm.blogspot.com/2012/07/first-look-hot-wheels-2012-volkswagen.html

Dat VW Bettle 👍. I'm glad that they are gonna make the New Bettle in the 2012 Lineup. I though MB was on the road making the car. The cast does look nicely done, no problems or errors I can see from the pics.

Now it's on my list. I can't wait to find the SRT Vipers and the others soon. And I hope they are bringing the Skyline R34 out in Active Red for 2012.

 

[Cano]

Nice. ETA on the pics? Restoration?

Mint (:

 

[a6m5]

Right on. I still wanna see pics when you get them!

I went to Walmart tonight, found a dump bin that approximately just one collector went through. You guys know what that looks like, just about everything is still stacked neatly, except all the good stuff's gone? No, still no Wheldon.

Anywho, I saw the strangest thing. I came across about 20 A-Team Vans. Also probably another 20 black RX-7, and others I forget. I already had 3 A-Team(1 open, 2 sealed), but I picked up another one, just because. I'm probably gonna gift it to my kid brother.

I checked out the Hot Ones & Boulevard, but this particular Walmart really sucks with those, and they will not restock for some reason. Anybody know when I can expect to see the Supra & Brat?

 

[MedigoFlame]

From HWC, I don't think they've officially been announced yet. Haven't even seen pictures of them... The last Hot Ones to be released seems to be Mix 5. And their previews go up to Mix 8 and still no sign of the Hare Splitter. I have noticed that my Walmart also sucks with restocking Hot Ones... We still have '78 Corvettes and '76 Monzas hanging around.

Also, still haven't seen the Honda CR-X anywhere in Maine yet. Maybe I can convince my cousins to sneak away from the wedding to just hang out. And maybe do a bit of collecting in Pennsylvania.