The coolest thing about diecast model cars is that there are many brands to choose from. But, with new, limited edition, and promotion models regularly being released, it can be challenging for collectors or those new to the world of diecast collecting to know where to begin.
Based on the factors of quality, cost, value for money, and resale value or demand, we have ranked some of well known brands as the following;
Exotic brand: Amalgam
Premium brands: BBR, CMC, Exoto, MR Collection
Mid-premium brands: ACME, Almost Real, Apex, AutoArt, Auto World, EBBRO, GT Spirit, Hobby Japan, Ignition Model, InnoModels, Kyosho, LCD, Looksmart, Minichamps, MiniGT, Norev, OttoMobile, Spark, TarmacWorks, Top Speed, TSM
Mass market brands: Bburago, Greenlight, Hot Wheels, Jada, Johnny Lightning, Maisto, MiniGT, Revell, Solido, Welly
Diecast models are representations of actual cars that exist in the world and it is essential that they fit the scale and proportions of their full-sized inspirations. Most diecast models are made in a 1:18 scale, which means they are 18 times smaller than the real-life size cars. Other popular scales are 1:24 and 1:64.
Scale Chart
1:12 - 13" or 33 cm
1:18 - 10" or 25 cm
1:24 - 7.5" or 19 cm
1:32 - 6" or 15 cm
1:43 - 4" or 10 cm
1:64 - 2.75" or 7 cm
Now, the question is, "Where do I begin?" Collecting diecast hobby can be costly over time. Two things need to consider before stepping into diecast model collecting. First, set a budget in the beginning. Between 1:64 and 1:18, the price ranges from $5 to as high as $1000! Setting a budget is the most important step to begin. Second is deciding which scale model to start collecting. With consideration of storage or display space in mind, the question needs to ask is "Which scale would be the best for my collection?"
Once you determine the two important factors, at Diecast House, we are here to provide every diecast model you could want, from classic muscle cars to modern supercars. Check out our inventory to start your collection today!
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