With the year coming to a close, it’s time to take a look back at some of the best models of 2023. This year, we ended up with a few car culture mixes being delayed, which means I had fewer models than usual to pick from since I’m only including new models in this list. ... Continue Reading →
My Top 5 Matchbox Moving Parts Models of 2023
After a few years of struggling to develop the line, Matchbox has finally grown the Moving Parts lineup into a collection worthy of a Top 5. As usual, to be eligible for this list, these castings must be new for 2023 – no recolors allowed! Without further ado, these are my 5 favorite Matchbox Moving... Continue Reading →
My Top 5 Matchbox Basic Models of 2023
The Matchbox mainline has always been my favorite diecast line, and this was a very good year for it. We saw some fantastic recolors of some great castings, but this top 5 list is limited to the best new castings we saw in 2023. Let’s jump right in! Number 5: Karma GS-6 I love when... Continue Reading →
Matchbox Chevy Tahoe: It Doesn’t Get More American Than This
If you were to make a list of the most iconic American automotive nameplates, you would probably include cars like the Corvette, F-150, and this Chevy Tahoe. Used by everyone from soccer moms to Uber drivers to the Secret Service, the Tahoe is pure Americana. I’m thrilled that Matchbox decided to make a model of... Continue Reading →
Matchbox Finally Brings a Lexus LFA to the US
Better late than never, right? Through a combination of Matchbox’s increasing interest in the world of supercars and the growing hype surrounding the now-mythical Lexus LFA, we finally have an LFA model from one of the Mattel brands. Sure, Kyosho and Tomica have made models of the LFA in the past, but those aren’t widely... Continue Reading →
Toy Show Haul – December 2023 – Walmart Exclusives, Bronco R, Lamborghinis, and a Super Treasure Hunt!
It’s the weekend, and that means it’s toy show time! Local toy shows are one of my favorite ways to get older and rare modern models without having to pay eBay markups and shipping. Let’s jump right in! First up is a Walmart exclusive McLaren Senna from the Quarter Mile Finals semi-premium set. When these... Continue Reading →
Matchbox News – 12/4/2023 – Taycan SportTurismo, Honda E Red Edition, Candy Cars, and Moving Parts
We saw a number of new models from a variety of lines this week, including our first look at the 3rd Moving Parts mix of 2024. Let’s jump right in! The most exciting sneak has to be this Porsche Taycan GTS Sport Turismo. It’s a mouthful of a name, but a very cool car. Given... Continue Reading →