Models that are already built by the manufacturer
The Bolwell Nagari was a limited run of boutique V8-powered sports cars built in Melbourne in the early 1970s. This video reviews the 1/43 scale diecast version that’s part of the Australian Cars Collection by IXO, plus looks at an alternative.
Bruce Pascal has one of the world’s largest collection of Hot Wheels, valued at $2 Million and growing.
The past three years Bburago has released a bunch of different versions of their McLaren F1 diecast. This video reviews them all.
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.
Bburago released 6-packs of F1 cars a while back – Mercedes, McLaren, Ferrari and Red Bull. Some are decent models, but some are garbage.
Take a look inside the Spark factory in China where some of the world’s best collectable scale model race cars are made.
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.
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!
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…
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.
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 Perkins’ VL Group A Commodore from Sandown in 1988 is the top model in Classic Carlectables’ latest newsletter.
It’s the big issue when collecting models – the good stuff costs more! Spark Vs Minichamps Vs Bburago on a 2022 McLaren F1
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.
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.
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.
