Diecast Collector

Diecast Collector is the most popular UK model collecting magazine, featuring both vintage collectables and the brand-new diecast releases. The monthly magazine is written and edited by collectors with a passion for the subject and includes a wide range of in-depth features and supplements on models old and new.

Ghosts, gatherings and fantastic finds

Diecast Collector

HOT WHEELS LAUNCHES NEW MODELS FOR POP CULTURE LOVERS

BARRY POTTER FAIRS JOINS WARNERS GROUP

NEW STAR WARS FIGURE UNVEILED

THE HOT WHEELS SEARCH HAS STARTED

MATCHBOX ARE ALL SET TO HIT THE BIG SCREEN

NEXT MONTH • NOVEMBER 2026 Issue 349

DINKY DOMINATES AT VECTIS

LEGO LEADS THE WAY

New model of the month • Keith D’Souza picks a standout new release. This month, he reviews OttOmobile’s 1978 PONTIAC Firebird.

A stunning replica of Spectrum’s finest

DIECAST COLLECTORS MODEL SHOP

From rallying to racing • Last month we focused on rally entries of FINA-sponsored cars, in another episode of Racing Colours. For Part 2, Francisco Mota looks at the transition from rally stages to track racing.

A night intruder • Jarrod Cotter looks at a new Corgi release which models a fast and heavily armed Luftwaffe night intruder that prowled the dark skies over England in late 1943, the Messerschmitt Me 410.

The Renovation Game: Part Nine • In this instalment, Ian McDermott delves into the care and repair of boxes.

Driven to collect • With over 200,000 models from more than 400 brands, Jim Gallegos shares the passion behind one of diecast collecting’s remarkable journeys.

A Tipple Delivering TK • In this month’s ‘Little and Large’, Steve Coles goes in search of a once common sight on Britain’s roads: the Bedford TK Flatbed delivering beer.

Superfast 1969-1982 • Charting the evolution of the Matchbox Superfast range during the Lesney years.

Motoring memories • Jigsaws and toy cars – two popular pastimes from a bygone age which hold a powerful nostalgia for collectors today. As Hazel Ralston shows, there is sometimes an overlap between these two hobbies.

The Thrill of the Chase • Charlie has been involved in the glorious amphitheatre of collectable vintage toys for over 40 years. A magpie collector with a garage heaving with bygone treasures, he sets off in pursuit of vintage toys, unusual collectables and the occasional bargain, wherever the trail leads.

Are you a Boopaholic? • Every other month, Ann Evans and Rob Tysall will be visiting a toy collector’s club or society. This month they’ve discovered the Official Betty Boop Fan Club – an online club for anyone interested in the 1930s beauty, Betty Boop.

Collecting Champions • Chris Stonor continues his series focusing on people who are keeping the toy and model collectable market alive and thriving. This month he meets up with Keith Bradley of Keith’s Cars of Derby, AKA son-of-the-corner-shop on eBay.

The best of British • Bob Brechin, former Palitoy Chief Designer, shares the fascinating story behind one of Britain’s most iconic toy companies.

The book club • Ed Karswell ponders the world of model collecting.

The Designer’s Challenge range • Mike Pigott examines this innovative Hot Wheels range, designed by real automotive stylists from leading motor manufacturers.

Dinky Toys and the Code de la Route • Andrew Ralston explores a fascinating French driving guide from the 1960s that used Dinky Toys and other diecast models to bring the rules of the road to life.

PRICE GUIDE • Rounding up the latest toy sales from across the country with a brief visit to specialist auction rooms…

eBuys • From collectables of the future to old favourites, eBay always manages to produce some amazing...