KiloWheelz‘s latest model is the awesome Ford Raptor in Agate Black Metallic (limited to just 2,500 models with “Smoke Show” grey chase). And if you’re in the market for one, or one of their previous releases like the Lincoln Continental and Ford Bronco, then you can now get your KiloWheelz membership at 10% off with […]
Our friends over at Greenlight and the Canadian Diecast Expo are teaming up for their exclusive event car; a Nissan Skyline R34 GT-R Nismo Z-Tune with a distinct maple syrup flavor! Designed by MCHOF Inductee Luis Tanhara and finished in eye-catching red, the car will be strictly limited to 1,000 models, with a […]
The winners of the first ever MCHOF x ICONS Diecast Custom Competition are in! Mild 1st Place; No Way Home van by Seint Custom Garage 2nd Place; Ford Torino Talladega by Royal Road Custom 3rd Place; Chevy Dually Hot Rod by Boss Diecast Custom Medium 1st Place; Silvia Drift Valino by Rau4T […]
By popular demand, you can now enter the MCHOF X ICONS Diecast Custom Contest online! As you’ll recall, MCHOF is collaborating with the awesome ICONS event – taking place for the first time ever in Alicante, Spain on August 15-16 – for our first ever diecast custom contest. We’d planned to open the contest only […]
Want to own a full-size Hot Wheels Convention Car? Well over at Cars & Bids, you have 24 hours to bid on the full-size 1967.5 Datsun Fairlady 2000 roadster which inspired the 2024 38th Annual Hot Wheels Collectors Convention exclusive! Owned by Hot Wheels designer Matt Gabe, the Datsun is finished in metallic […]
Courtesy of Tom’s Modellautos, we have some exclusive in-production shots of the event exclusives for the upcoming ICONS event in Alicante on August 15-16. The modded BMW E30 and RWB993 come from Street Weapon and will be in full Zamac. They’re strictly limited and will ONLY be on offer at ICONS! And if you’re planning […]
MCHOF is thrilled to announce KiloWheelz as our newest Industry Partner. Built around a passion for creating standout die-cast vehicles and sharing them with fellow enthusiasts, KiloWheelz was founded with a simple goal: to create the coolest die-cast cars possible, all uniquely available through their dedicated online collector space. The company is 100% collector-focused and […]
This interview between Andreas Berse, Germany’s biggest model car publication (who is on our Selection Committee) and Paul G Lang, Founder and CEO of Minichamps (who was inducted in 2017). Thanks for the permission to repost it here! Andreas: Minichamps first introduced a 1:64 model in 1993 with Michael Schumacher’s Benetton B192. Now, a […]
Greenlight has a whole host of awesome models to mark the 250th anniversary of the USA! The first of which are six cool new recolors of classic American vehicles – and we have the prototype photos! More of these coming soon from Greenlight’s other series!
With the release just around the corner of Matchbox: The Movie, the first-ever official film based on the Matchbox diecast line, we’ve just seen the first tie-in toys. And they are awesome! Launching later this summer, ahead of the film’s October 9th release on Apple TV+, the range will include something for everyone with tie-in models […]
Tarmac Works’ latest webdrop includes no less than ELEVEN exciting new pieces, with something for everyone as the drop includes everything from a Bently to a vintage Lancia to a Mitsubishi Fuso. All available now from the Tarmac Works webshop.
Submissions are now open for the first ever MCHOF X ICONS Diecast Custom Competition! Launching in Alicante, Spain on August 15-16 this year, the ICONS show is an exciting new collectibles extravaganza featuring diecast as well as trading cards, manga & comics, figures and much else besides, not least the custom competition we’re running with […]
Tarmac Works have announced a major new WebStore drop with multiple awesome models including collabs, new castings and Chase Cars. Check them all out below…
Exciting times at MCHOF HQ; we’re thrilled to announce that we’re collaborating with the new ICONS show on our first ever Diecast Custom competition! Launching in Alicante, Spain on August 15-16 this year, the ICONS show is an exciting new collectibles extravaganza featuring diecast as well as trading cards, manga & comics, figures and much […]
M2’s latest 1/64 release has arrived at mass retailers in the US. The 6-car set won’t be at hobby dealers, only Target, Walmart, Hobby Lobby, Scheels, AutoZone Mexico and Meijer. The release includes; 1964 Ford Econoline Van Gasser 1972 Chevrolet Camaro RS 1972 Ford F-250 Custom 4X4 1987 Buick Grand National – Custom 1995 Ford […]
Six new lowriders from Greenlight in collaboration with Sergio Rocha are on the way. This will be Series 8 of the lowriders and includes two new castings; a 1954 Ford F-100 and a 1996 Ford Crown Victoria. The full model list is;
Eight awesome new 1/64 models from Tarmac Works are arriving in April. From the Hobby64 Series; And from the Global 64 Series; All models are available for pre-order now.
First Gear have announced a new set commemorating the iconic Kenworth W900. The Kenworth Legacy Edition Set includes 11 different 1/64 Scale W900s in different colors depicting the most memorable paint schemes offered on the truck. The set is a limited edition of 1000 and comes in premium custom packaging and includes a serialized metal […]
Better be quick if you’re looking to get in on the action for Greenlight’s upcoming Club V-Dub Series 22 as last call for pre-orders has just gone out. Series 22 is especially cool, consisting of six awesome new models; two Beetles, two T2s, a squareback and a Thing. Pre-orders can be placed via Greenlight’s site. […]
For fans of Eastern European cars, there was a huge model drought for decades. In particular, if you wanted a model of a Skoda, you generally had to hunt down models actually made in the Eastern Bloc by companies like Rozkvet which was no easy feat in the pre-internet days. And that was especially the […]
With so many great 1/64 models hitting the market, our Selection Committee had their work cut out narrowing the nominations down to just five! And the public vote was both fast and furious. The movie tie-in model didn’t, however, win (nor was it part of the F&F family!) In fact, the winner is; For first […]
This updated edition spans all “Regular” and “Super” Treasure Hunt models from 1995 to 2024, including variations. Pricing values are provided up through 2025; the known 2026 models have been listed, but values need to mature before being recorded due to accuracy and “newness” issues).
Designer and MCHOF Inductee Michael Heralda is auctioning off rare models from his personal collection to raise funds for the Road Runner Food Bank in New Mexico. From November 17 until November 27, Michael will be putting up one model per day for bids on his Facebook Page which can be found here. […]
ERTL, one of the most famous names in US diecast (and model kits) is celebrating it’s 80th birthday. To mark the occasion, they have released a pair of special 1/64 sets, complete with chase versions. All features a classic vintage 80s-style logo and striping in red and yellow First up is a semi truck with […]
M2 Machines have kicked off their new series, entitled Rock Legends. The new series will feature the names of classic rock stars, the first of whom is the iconic Alice Cooper. The first two models in the range, the 1971 Plymouth Cuda 383 and 1973 Chevrolet Cheyenne 10 pickup, come decorated in Cooper’s logos and […]
M2 Machines have debuted their new ’95 Ford Ranger casting in a 90s-tastic green, white and yellow graphic colorway as the 21st issue from their Auto-Box collectors series. The limited edition comes in the stylish Auto-Box packaging with a sticker and postcard in similar 90s style. The Ranger is available now, exclusively from […]
M2 Machines are getting the jump on the holiday season this year. For Christmas ’25, they’ll be collab’ing with MiJo Exclusives on a tree delivery pickup and Walmart on a whole new range of Christmas ornaments, each featuring, of course, some awesome 1/64 M2 diecast cars. The Christmas pickup, a 1977 Chevrolet Silverado 10 in […]
Preorders are now open for NVRLand’s latest Los Santos Lowrider collection. Made by Greenlight Collectibles and consisting of four variants of the 1964 Chevrolet Bel Air casting, each model is strictly limited to 348 pieces worldwide, including a Chase and SuperChase in 24K Solid Gold Chrome with variant-specific rim set. Just 20 Chase and 2 […]
M2 have announced their Auto-Haulers Release 89 is hitting shelves in the US. This release includes the much-anticipated first appearance in the series of their popular Ford GT40 MkII casting. Teamed with the 1969 Ford F-350 Ramp Truck, this time round the GT40 is finished in turquoise and black. A gold-trimmed chase version […]
Once a year (and in 2025 from August 25, 2025, to October 5, 2025) and if you are in the US you can get a free promo model by buying models at Target. This year it is this track-eating, head-turning Collector Edition Porsche 911 GT3. For rules on how it works go to the […]
BR Classics are premium models of 1:64 cars and 1:72 classic Brazilian buses. It is a relatively new brand founded by California Toys, the largest Brazilian importer and distributor of diecast models and toys in partnership with the Minimundi collectibles shop. Models are produced in China by PCT. They got some lovely Brazilian models in […]
Castheads Magazine contributor write to us about this: As much as we love Hot Wheels, it was clear to see the POP Culture was getting staler than the air trapped in…. (leave it to your imagination). Finally, FINALLY!!!! If I could shout it out from the top of the world, we have a much-wanted casting […]
The Pajero aka Shogun aka Montero has been one of Mitsubishi’s biggest exports of Domestic Vehicles after the Lancer. Ever since its crowning glory at the 1984 Paris Dakkar the Pajero become synonymous with toughness as the HILUX was to indestructibility. The lower trims were gear grinding workhorses that pushed through punishing terrain with a […]
MINI GT have launched a new line up to their ever-expanding portfolio. From just doing 1/64 cars they progressed into the fantasies of JUN IMAI with the release of his brainchild KAIDO HOUSE. And now today they launch QUBE CarZ with pre-orders starting from Friday the 8th August 2025. First impressions from the community have […]
M2 announced today that their 2025 CHLA charity release is here, and that they’re pulling back the curtain on something special. This 1965 Shelby Cobra 427 Roadster marks the debut of a brand-new M2 casting and will be available exclusively through our limited-edition charity release. They have highlighted these details: Competition side […]
Matchbox has a new version in 1/64-scale 1995 VW Harleqin Golf coming out soon. It’s part of the Mattel Creations line and will go on sale at 9 pm PT on October 16.
Our fine friends at hobbyDB have teamed up with our other fine friends at M2 Machines to offer a very limited edition diecast vehicle. This lifted, off-road-ready 1971 Chevy Van comes decorated in hobbyDB blue and orange with matching packaging.
August 16 marks the 47th anniversary of the death of Elvis Presley. He owned a lot of cars in his lifetime, many of which have been immortalized in diecast. So here are some of our favorites. Yeah, there’s gonna be a few pink Cadillacs!
Hot Wheels’ latest model for the Mattel Creations line is the Elite 64 928 Safari in brilliant orange. The details and proportions are incredible, with specially designed real-rider tires to set off this unique, new casting.
A friend messaged me from the airport in Paris asking if I wanted him to bring home some diecast. He sent the above photo. Lots and lots of Siku Dodge Challengers. All in lime green.
Since it’s the Fourth of July week, we thought we’d look at the most American cars of all. Sure, you can have your Tri-Chevies, Mustangs, and Dodge pickups, but we’re using our own unique criteria here. Also, we’re talking about diecast.
Mecum Auctions has a 1/1-scale custom Python slated to roll across the stage soon. It started as a 1957 Studebaker Golden Hawk, but now is a rolling tribute to the Hot Wheels Python.
Solstice Day comes but once a year… okay, twice. Summer, the longest day of the year, and Winter, the shortest. But, as we are at the time of the Summer Solstice, let’s take a look at Pontiac’s last gasp at a new car.
For the last quarter century, Mac Ragan has been one of the most influential people in the diecast industry, From his involvement with Johnny Lightning and related brands to GreenLight to Round 2. MCHOF recently sat down with him to check in on the now-retired Inductee in the Model Car Hall of Fame.
The 2024 Hot Wheels Legends Tour is about to kick off, starting in Atlanta on May 11. The winner of the Legends of the Year award will have their car made by Hot Wheels in 1/64scale. With that in mind, let’s look at the winners of the event so far.
We recently shared a photo of a young Fireball Tim Lawrence playing with his toy cars in our “Collective Memories” series. Like many readers and contributors to the Model Car Hall of Fame, he had a plethora of model vehicles to zoom around, crash with abandon, and create adventures. He managed to turn that early […]
Do you ever wonder how a diecast company decides to make a model of a fairly obscure, low-production car? What convinces them to invest a lot of time and money into the molds and graphics for say, a Nissan Cefiro as Majorette just did? Well, it doesn’t hurt if someone with some clout at the […]
Hot Wheels has cooked up a crazy new 1/64 car, the Mobil 1 Porsche Dirtmeister. Porsche created the real thing from a 1987 944 by lifting it, putting offroad running gear on it, and adding massive roof racks on it.
Some folks in Tulsa, Oklahoma decided to create a time capsule in 1957, for the Tulsarama Celebration. They wrapped a brand new ’57 Belevedere in plastic and stuck it down the hole. Greenlight now offers a model of that mess.
M2Machines he latest company to participate in the “Official Archives” project at hobbyDB. There are now over 9,800 distinct models and variants listed on the site, many including photos direct from the folks at M2.
The new Hot Wheels Braille Twin Mill was created in partnership with the National Federation of the Blind and features Braille text on the blister reading “HOT WHEELS TWIN MILL”. The car itself also features raised text on the sides and base.
Majorette has maintained their spot as a big player in diecast without foolheartedly trying to overexpand for 60 years. For that unwavering adherence to their mission, Majorette is the MCHOF Model Car Brand of the Year for 2023.
Hot Wheels’ ’61 Impala ’72 Chevy Ramp Truck set combines two perfectly designed vehicles in one package, and earns the title of Model Car Hall of Fame Truck of the Year for 2023.
M2 Machines has gone out of its way to show off the absurd in their modestly named “1960 Volkswagen 4×4 Type 2 PickUp”, a very jacked up VW Transporter pickup.
Here’s the list of cars I have owned since leaving my parents’ basement. Several are available if I allow some wiggle room on model dates and option packages
Welcome to Junkyard Joust, a hilariously entertaining competition produced and hosted by Aaron Yonda. The premise is simple: teams of 5 cars go down a very steep track one at a time, crashing into whatever is on the track below. Last team standing wins.
M2 recently released a 1/64 model of such a racer, with Shell Oil graphics. It may or not be based on any particular belly tanker. There really are no two exactly alike.
Matchbox has just corrected a terrible oversight of the diecast world by releasing a model of the 1980 AMC Eagle, the first diecast version of this car since… maybe ever?
The New Hot Wheels cars are showing up on the pegs a few at a time, so if you haven’t been to the store lately, you better get on it. We’re not going to do a complete rundown of the whole schedule. but there are some excellent highlights.
Alex Whalley hacks and chops and fabricates miniature diecast miracles. For that artistry, Alex Whalley is the Model Car Hall of Fame’s Customizer of the Year for 2023.
Every year the Model Car Hall of fame sorts through hundreds of worthy models to find the best diecast offerings of the year. Here are our winners for 2022!
The Matchbox Push’n-Puller has odd proportions. It’s symmetrical! Even closer, it’s like two front ends of the same car welded together. Where have we seen this before?
Here’s a rundown of the cars my parents owned during my lifetime, along with notes regarding available models of them. I’ll cut some slack fo the exact year or exact model if they’re close. Bonus points if there are models in the same color.
The folks at 3DBotMaker remember that thrill and have taken it to new heights. Their YouTube channel features several seasons of elimination downhill racing on a scale you’ve never seen.
Someone at Matchbox must have an irrational love for this Dodge Sweptside Pickup. Did their family own one back in the day? Hats off to Matchbox for bringing us this little piece of automotive weirdness in 1:64 scale.
There’s a hilarious animated mystery series airing on Hulu that might get the attention of diecast collectors. At least one episode will. No spoilers though.
Hot Wheels’ lineup of diecast vehicles for 2022 has just been released, and there are several interesting new offerings. The list includes lots of new castings as well as new variants of old favorites.
The Model Car Hall of Fame is proud to announce the 2021 class of inductees for several categories. Each person or brand is worthy of their inclusion because of current or historical contributions to the model car collecting world.
The Model Car Hall of Fame is proud to announce the 2021 class of model vehicles for several categories. Each model represents the finest achievements in detail, innovation, and character for various scales.
Inductees Greenlight Collectibles have released a new Kings of Crunch series celebrating the biggest and best monster trucks. What better casting could there be to help kick off the series than Bigfoot? This version celebrates the original ’70s Bigfoot, with 66″ tires. Check out the full look from our friends at Diecastsociety.com.
Whether you want to learn everything about the heydays of Hot Wheels or get your hands on a custom, Inductee Designed car, the time is now to visit hobbyDB and get deals on two pieces of Hot Wheels history. Hot Wheels: From 0 to 50 at 1/64 Scale is a book by enthusiast Kris Palmer with a […]
M2 Machines has just announced the latest release in their Auto Haulers series, featuring ramp trucks and other haulers paired with a specific car and automotive theme.
We inducted Chip Foose into the Hall in recognition of the huge impact Foose’s undeniable talent has had on the automotive world. As a designer, TV personality and builder, Foose has crafted some incredible builds and developed an instantly recognizable style. Now, our friends at M2 are releasing a new line of diecast showcasing some […]
What’s less known is that there’s some special holiday releases from M2 machines available exclusively at a few locations, and M2 has the scoop on where you can find them.
Hot Wheels took the lion’s share of diecast journalism attention in 2018 with their elaborate, year-long 50th Anniversary celebration. With that in the rear view mirror, Johnny Lightning turns the big 5-0 in 2019, with some special retro packaging and old castings in the works. Several people involved in the brand are also celebrated as […]
