Reviews
Opinion.
Review: EH Holden by IXO
This is a review of Issue 4 in the Australian Cars model diecast collection, a 1:43 scale series by IXO.
Diecast Review: XC Cobra
The price has gone up for the latest Australian Model Car Collection release. Is it still good value? Have a look in this full review video.
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 Icons Every 2 Weeks
The first issue of a new Australian Cars series of models has hit the newsagents. Click through for my review video.
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!).
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: Special Project – Building 40 Rally Car Kits
I interviewed a friend recently who has commenced a massive special project – to build a rally car model from each year across a 40-year span of competition.
Video: Chrome Paint Test
A head-to-head comparison of Molotow Chrome versus Green Stuff World chrome was the plan for this video, but it didn’t work out that way…
Review: Connaught Type A 1952
The Connaught Type A is one of the first cars Stirling Moss raced in Formula 1. This is his ride from the 1952 Italian Grand Prix as modelled by Spark in 1:43 scale.
Video Review: Red Bull Honda RB16B by Spark
Red Bull ran a one-off special white “Thankyou Honda / We Miss You Japan” livery at the 2021 Turkish Grand Prix. This review is of Spark’s 1:43 scale version.
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.
Unboxing Hasegawa’s New Lotus
Hasegawa has released a new Limited Edition run of its Lotus 79, but as a “Detail Up Version” with photo etch and lots of extra parts. Here’s a video of what’s in the box!
Phillip Island Plastic Model Show
I headed to the Phillip Island Plastic Model Show at Cowes last week. There were some great builds spread through the show, plus a handful of truly spectacular pieces. Here’s a slideshow of some of what was on display.
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.
Huge Collection at Model World Maffra
My mind is blown. There is a huge collection of around 3,500 models on public display in the regional Victorian town of Maffra.
I Bought a New Kit!
I have an interest in “old” NASCAR stock cars and have just purchased my first Salvinos JR kit of the 1979 Daytona 500 winning Oldsmobile of The King, Richard Petty.
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.
Diecast Review: The New Ford Mustang Supercars
The first Ford Mustang GT Supercars in 1:43 scale have hit the market! Here I review four models from Authentic Collectables’ new tooling, and even make some changes to improve appearance.