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

THE FUTURE IS BRIGHT WITH THIS BUS FROM NORTHCORD • Here's a round-up of the latest hobby news and events.

NEW TRUCK RELEASED FROM SEARCH IMPEX

OXFORD DIECAST FUTURE RELEASE UPDATE

Welcome

NEW SHOP OPTIONS AT THE CORGI MODEL CLUB

GET KITTED OUT AT MODEL BUSES CREATIONS

A NEW COMMISSION FOR OMNIDEKKA MODELS

TRAVEL IN STYLE WITH A LIMOUSINE FROM GOLDVARG

DIECAST COLLECTOR NEWS IN BRIEF

YOUR SUBSCRIPTION YOUR WAY!

WHAT’S new • 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.

CORGI'S LATEST IMPRESSIVE LARGE-SCALE RAF PHANTOM EVOKES A CERTAIN SPIRIT

IXO'S CLASSIC VINTAGE EASTERN EUROPEAN IKARUS INTERCITY BUS IS JUST THE TICKET

BBURAGO'S LAMBORGHINI IS REALLY RESPLENDENT IN RED

Trucks make light work • In the first of his spotlight articles on some of the latest releases from DNA Collectibles, Stephen Paul Hardy finds that a Ford pick up and Subaru Forester have more in common than first meets the eye.

Hiya, little sister • In the second of his spotlights on new releases from DNA Collectibles this month, Stephen Paul Hardy looks at a unique era of Audi styling.

Bertone in blue • Or “Rhapsody in Blue”? Another second time outing for a DNA Collectibles model proves music to Volvo collectors’ ears, as Stephen Paul Hardy explains.

2022 Showcase • Rick Wilson had another very different trip to see the new models this year.

AUTOCULT

BBURAGO

BREKINA

BRITAINS

CMC

CONRAD

CORGI

DNA COLLECTIBLES

ERA CAR

IXO

KK SCALE

MAISTO

MINI GT

MODEL CAR GROUP

NEO

NZG

OXFORD

PREMIUM CLASSIXXS & PCX87

SCHUCO

SOLIDO

TSM & TOP SPEED

WHITEBOX

WIKING

The Return of Dublo Diecasts • In this occasional series, Andrew Ralston looks at how models from the past often re-emerge in a different guise at a later stage – even after decades have passed.

Workbench • Rick Wilson shares his current project progress.

IXO COLLECTIONS 1/8 SCALE PORSCHE 917KH PARTWORK KIT

Corgi Juniors fire engines • Mike Pigott continues his series on model fire engines with a look at the surprisingly small range produced by Husky Models and Corgi Juniors.

Altogether now • Brian Salter continues his series examining the origins of scales used.

The conquest of Daytona • Since the first Daytona 24 Hours, only one name has won it more than twenty times. Francisco Mota gathers a collection of scale models that trace the 22 Porsche wins in the classic endurance race.

Lone Star’s Ford Transit • James Robertshaw breaks down the interesting story of Lone Star’s Impy commercial.

MGB • DTCA Chairman, Michael Driver, picks another vintage favourite by Dinky.

Desert Island Diecasts • Imagine you’re stranded on a remote island and had only taken a handful of your collection favourites on that fateful trip, which five would you want it to be? Terry Quick is this month’s castaway hero.

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

“I expect you to diecast, Mr Bond!” • Never lost for things to talk about, Rick Wilson shares...