Braggin’ Rights

A Story about Diecast Braggin’ Rights, Mega Events and your Best-Of Highlights

Poster pms485 on JOESDIECASTSHACK.COM brings collectors a first look at the preliminary view of the 2007 Autofest ADDWC Charity car. To catch those up who haven’t heard, Autofest 2007 is the replacement event for the 2007 Lightningfest which was cancelled after Johnny Lightning pulled out to potentially hold their own show. Mark Hosaflook along with his volunteers and sponsors never missed a beat by pro-actively seeking out new diecast companies to continue the Lightningfest spirit in its new Autofest form. Motor Max stepped up to the plate with its Fresh Cherries line and will be producing the event’s Pace Car Mustangs and the ADDWC Charity Vega.

Mark later joined the discussion by adding a list of “firsts” that the Motor Max creation will feature. Not only will this charity car be the lowest factory run ever produced from the Fresh Cherries line, but it will also come in three different stripe versions, three color pad print, and the chase version will feature special Fresh Cherries red tires. Top it off with factory sealed blisters sporting special numbered holographic stickers, and you have one very desirable piece!

Ordering information and additional background on this piece can be found on HOBBYTALK.COM

[via joesdiecastshack.com]

Be sure to go out and check these great diecast events happening around the country!

San Jose Super Toy, Doll and Collectible Show

Where: Santa Clara County Fairgrounds, San Jose, CA 95111
When: Saturday March 24th - Early:9am-11am; Public:11am-4pm
Admission: Early Bird - $15.00. Regular - $5.00. Kids under 12 - $2.50
More Information: Time Tunnel Toys - 408-298-1709 or visit http://www.timetunneltoys.com/toyshow.html

East Idaho Motor Heads Hot Wheels®/Diecast Show

Where: 322 East Center Pocatello, Idaho 83201
When: Saturday March 24th 2007
Admission: FREE; Raffle $1.00
Featuring: Swapmeet, Drag Racing, Tracks for Kids/Adults, Sizzler Racing, Customs Contest
More Information: Call Craig - (208)-478-1435 or Email: jodoo6@cableone.net

G.T Diecast Club 4th Collector Toy, Car and Train Show

Where: Kings Court’s Clubhouse 2899 LaFranier Rd. Traverse City MI
When: Saturday March 24th 2007 10am-3pm
Admission: FREE
Featuring: 2 rooms. Fun for the whole family. Track Racing. Light refreshments.
More Information: Dan - (231)-642-0656 or Email: G.T.Diecast@gmail.com

Steel City Con (aka Pittsburgh Toy, Comic & Childhood Collectibles Show)

Where: Pitsburgh Expomart, 105 Mall Blvd. Monroeville, PA 15146
When: Saturday March 24th (10am-6pm) thru Sunday March 25th (10am-4pm), 2007
Admission: Early Buyer $10 (8am - 10am); Adult $7.00.; Kids under 12 $5.00
More Information: Email: orangestone@aol.comor visit: http://www.steelcitycon.com

Palmetto State Hot Wheels Club Event

Where: Honea Path Town Hall - Honea Path, SC 29654
When: Sunday, March 25th, 2007. 1:30-5:30PM
Admission: Open to the Public, FREE Admission
Featuring: Buy/Sell/Trade, Tables for $5, Meet and Greet for new members
More Information: Table RSVP/Directions etc contact Skip (rutlandfamily@aol.com)
Jim (redryder31@charter.net)

If you have an event that you would like posted or mentioned on the podcast, simply email us with the details and we’ll get the ball rolling!

If you are currently a registered member of the FREE Johnny Lightning Collectors Club, then the latest issue of The Bolt is ready for your viewing pleasure! March’s feature article covers the new 1:24th Scale 1964 Chevy Impala. Not only will this fine piece be priced at $14.99, but JL is also tucking in a bonus White Lightning Chase Car. Other topics range from a look at the new Olds 442 Head-to-Head 2-car set and the 1:24th scale ‘68 Shelby GT500, to a few JL Exclusives which include the Matco Delivery Truck and the Jiffy Lube VW Bus. The issue tops off with an announcement of a JL/Motion Performance partnership and the answers to last month’s trivia questions.

If you haven’t registered up for JL’s FREE collectors club yet then get on over there and sign up to gain access to this great resource!

[via johnnylightning.com]

Own a piece of Jada Toys in June 2007. Jada Toys real size customized vehicles are becoming 1/64 scale DIE-CAST. Only Collector Club Members will have the privilege of purchasing limited edition 1/64 Die-Cast vehicles, which are the exact replicas of Jada Toys customized vehicles.

Vehicles include Chub City’s 05’ Scion XB, Jada Toy’s 06’ Magnum and Jada Toy’s 01’ Cadillac Escalade. These vehicles have been reviewed by numerous magazines and have been showcased in various conventions, including SEMA, COMIC CON, LA Auto Show and Speed Zone to mention a few.

Each special edition box will include all three Die-Cast replicas, limited two boxes per Collector Club Member. Offer good only to Jada Toys Collector Club Members. Only 2000 are being made, so you will have to act fast.

To become a member go to www.jadatoys.com and SIGN UP.

Poster WLCollector over on HOBBYTALK.COM shares this magazine scan of the new 2011 Pontiac Trans Am. Rumor has it that this concept will be used for a new Knight Rider movie some time in the future!

Use the links below for additional information and pictures.

[via hobbytalk.com]

This spring, Hot Wheels author Mike Zarnock is set to bring collectors another excellent resource for keeping track of Hot Wheels variations. The 400 page compilation entitled, “Hot Wheels Variations: Ultimate Guide” will surely be a fantastic follow-up to Mike’s previous variation guides and should definitely be our your purchasing wish list.

Be sure to check out diecastAUDIO’s interview with Mike from the 2006 Rhode Island Hot Wheels Club Expo and stay tuned for the follow-up interview happening at this year’s expo at the end of April.

Hot Wheels Variations: Ultimate Guide is currently available for pre-order on WALMART.COM

[via hotwheelscollectors.com]