Created by Doug Breithaupt as a forum for all those who share a common interest in toy cars, Tales of Toy Cars has published as a webzine since 1998, specifically focusing on 1/55-1/72 scale models.
Now, with the advent of Web 2.0, it's here on Toy Collector as a blog, allowing for easier interaction between the writers and their readers, and rolling updates! As ever, comments and contributions from readers are welcome!
We are creating a new section for catalogues. It is still in testing mode and will eventually become its own section.
The 2009 Bub Catalogue (in German)
We are in the process of moving the archive over, while this is in process you can you can access it here. Please note that while the TOTC Search is excellent it is also slow (now 11 years old), waiting should be worth it.
Diecast Radio Shows!
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Here are some images from the Tales of Toy Car Galleries. Click your refresh button for a new selection!
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Mar 11
2010
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Johnny Lightning Remembers the 1970'sPosted by Doug in Tales of Toy Cars, Cars |
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When I first heard that Johnny Lightning was planning a series of cars from the 1970's I hoped this might set a trend. For the past ten years, JL and other manufacturers have had a primary focus on the 1950's and 1960's, especially muscle cars. Sure, they have also done more modern cars but even
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Mar 10
2010
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50 Years of Porsche - Miniatures in SilverPosted by Doug in Tales of Toy Cars, Cars |
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Porsches in German racing silver are a favorite for small-scale toycar makers. The models here represent the history of Porsches production cars. Even models built primarily for racing like the 550A and GT2/3 models have been available for road use.
356A Coupe - Maisto
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Mar 09
2010
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Hot WheelsPosted by jclevering in Tales of Toy Cars, Cars |
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My first Hot Wheels was one I got from a neighbour. The first one I bought was when Mattel improved distribution in Holland, as they were sold through a mayor toy outlet.
Lately, I did not find any Hot Wheels, Tesco for example, seems to have stopped doing them in Ireland - that other brand of
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Mar 09
2010
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MARX MINIATURE CARS MISS THE MARKPosted by TalesofToyCars in Tales of Toy Cars, Cars |
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The Louis Marx Company was one of the major players in the toy industry for decades. Best known for their plastic figures and historic playsets, Marx also attempted to take advantage of the diecast market success of Matchbox and Tootsietoy. Marx short-lived effort did provide a limited line of
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Mar 08
2010
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Hot Wheels HydrosPosted by Doug in Tales of Toy Cars, Cars |
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Yes, I know this is 'Tales of Toy Cars' not 'Tales of Toy Boats' but I have a weakness for hydroplanes. Growing-up in Seattle, few boys can escape the sirens song of the hydroplane. Seafair brings the hydros to Seattle every year and kids of all ages love to see and hear these amazing boats.
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Mar 05
2010
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Would you believe?Posted by jclevering in Tales of Toy Cars, Cars |
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Sometimes, diecast manufacturers surprise us.
I'm going to give a few examples below.
Who would believe Yat Ming, known for their cheap diecast cars, would produce a small gem like this Talbot-Lago Record T26? The box at the background is the box my example came in, although I believe the bottom has
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Mar 05
2010
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This article was initially published in May 2003 by James Price.
In 1997, Johnny Lightning created a series of cars associated with the James Bond films. The James Bond films went on hiatus between 1989 and 1995, and after this dry spell, there was renewed interest in the character.
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Mar 04
2010
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This article was initially published in June 2003 by James Price.
GMC's Motorhome was one real vehicle that looked like it was designed by Hot Wheels engineers. Its modern timeless design, which looks fresh thirty years later, was furturistic, especially when compared to boxy,
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Mar 03
2010
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Images by Doug Breithaupt
In 1969 Chrysler Corp also known as Mopar introduced a modified mid-sized bodied race car to run on the Nascar tracks. These nearly identical in appearance cars were produced by the Dodge and Plymouth Divisions. The Dodge Charger Daytona and sister car, the Plymouth
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Mar 03
2010
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HSV-setPosted by jclevering in Tales of Toy Cars, Cars |
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I recently received a package with cars made by Holden's HSV department (Holden Special Vehicles). I am happy to be able to expand on my Holden collection, but not very happy with the quality. I did not expect Biante quality, but these cars are sometimes simply completely off. Well judge for
Please get in touch if you have a high quality small-scale diecast site
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