Pre-built Models
Models that are already built by the manufacturer
Hot Wheels $$ Boom
Bruce Pascal has one of the world’s largest collection of Hot Wheels, valued at $2 Million and growing.
The Bburago McLarens
The past three years Bburago has released a bunch of different versions of their McLaren F1 diecast. This video reviews them all.
Retro Paradise
Here’s a look at an iconic twin set of Holden Commodores from the Mobil Round Australia Reliability Trial, plus a much rarer Peter Brock race car – the V8 AUSCAR he raced at Calder Park.
F1 Six-Packs
Bburago released 6-packs of F1 cars a while back – Mercedes, McLaren, Ferrari and Red Bull. Some are decent models, but some are garbage.
Inside the Spark Factory
Take a look inside the Spark factory in China where some of the world’s best collectable scale model race cars are made.
Video: E49 Charger “Issue 2”
Here’s a review of the second issue and model in the Australian Model Car Collection, the 1972 Chrysler VH Valiant Charger R/T E49.
Aussie Sprintcars!
Diecast models of Australian Sprintcars are set to be produced in 1:18 scale by Authentic Collectables, and there’ll be a plain-bodied white version to make it easier to produce custom versions!
Big Models, Big Price
Amalgam Collection produce some of the best scale replicas on the planet. The company specialises in beautiful large scale models of mostly exotic or racing cars. They are typically commission builds in small numbers or bespoke one-offs. But they do come at a cost…
Gibson Commodore Heads CC News
The Gibson Motorsport VP Commodore that placed second at Bathurst in 1993 is the highlight of Classic Carlectables’ latest newsletter, issue 93, July-September 2023.
New Release: Ron Harrop’s EH Holden
Take a look at this new release limited edition Australian race car model and hang around for a special bonus at the end (more Aussie Sports Sedans!).
Larry’s VL
Larry Perkins’ VL Group A Commodore from Sandown in 1988 is the top model in Classic Carlectables’ latest newsletter.
Price Vs Quality
It’s the big issue when collecting models – the good stuff costs more! Spark Vs Minichamps Vs Bburago on a 2022 McLaren F1
Video: Model World Maffra
Have you been to The Maffra Shed? The one that houses a huge 3,500 piece model collection that can be viewed by the public? I went earlier this year and this is what I found.
Rally Car Collection Review
The models in the DeAgostini Rally Car Collection were delivered via post every two weeks. This video takes a look at every piece that made up the full collection.
More Mustangs from Authentics
Authentic Collectables has released another batch of 1/43 scale Ford Mustangs from the Australian Supercars Championship – and they’re looking pretty good! Here’s my video review.
Video Review: The Shell Mustangs
These DJR Team Penske Ford Mustang GT Supercars from Authentic Collectables are high quality diecast models in 1:43 scale. They have the same features and flaws as the previous Mustangs in the 2019 range – but the decoration has been done very differently.