Before taking on the role of Creative Director and Wheelman for the Model Car Hall of Fame, Ron Ruelle worked at hobbyDB contributing many articles about diecast. He has also written for other diecast and automotive sites and publications. His articles have ranged from listicles to thought pieces to product reviews to just plain silliness. From time to time, we will highlight some of those pieces that still hold up today.
What’s Your Damage? Thoughts on Less-Than-Mint Conditions
We often see model cars for sale listed as “mint” condition. But what does that really mean? For some, it must be absolutely pristine, untouched by human hands or the very air we breathe. For others, it means very close to perfection, with an understandable bit of handling visible. And for others, the ravages of time are allowed to a small degree.
In this article, I discussed the various states of damage that a collectible might have sustained, and how important they really are to the collector.
This entire debate is a case of YMMV, or Your Mint May Vary. Let us know what you think in the comments!
What’s Your Damage? A Guide To Common Less-Than-Mint Conditions
