| When you get started collecting diecast model | | | | metallic finish. You can wax your models using car |
| cars trucks, the first thing is to decide on the | | | | wax found at most automotive stores. Using a |
| scale that you're going to collect. Diecast are | | | | Q-tip will allow you to get into the small areas. |
| classified in terms of scale, 1:18, :1:24, and 1:25 to | | | | Once waxed light dusting will keep your collection |
| mention a few that you might see or hear people | | | | in tip top condition. |
| talking about. Scale refers to a fraction of what | | | | If you are purchasing a diecast car or truck for a |
| the real item is reduced in order to produce an | | | | child please consider 1:16 scale. It is considerably |
| accurate model. Keep that in mind when deciding | | | | larger and generally made for the wear and tear |
| where you are going to display your collection. 1:18 | | | | inflicted by kids. The metal Tonka trucks we |
| will require more shelf space than 1:24. | | | | fondly remember playing with in the sandbox are |
| Collectors tend to collect the diecast model of | | | | great examples of 1:16 scale. Although the metal |
| cars or trucks that they love and have owned | | | | versions have been replaced by plastic you may |
| This is a good place to start a collection. There | | | | be able to find some originals at flee markets and |
| are some collectors that will only buy models | | | | garage sales. |
| from particular manufacturers or brands. | | | | Diecast cars and trucks are generally made with |
| Manufacturers like CORGI, MAISTO and | | | | attention to detail which replicates the real world |
| Motormax are but a few of the names you will | | | | version. Such detail might include opening doors, |
| most certainly hear about. There are even | | | | steerable wheels, a detailed engine compartment |
| custom manufacturers that will only release a | | | | and not too mention explicit attention to detail on |
| limited number of models or custom create a one | | | | the interior of the model. Collecting diecast cars |
| of a kind for you. | | | | and trucks is a fun and fascinating hobby. |
| Caring for your collection is as easy as cleaning | | | | Whether you are interested in casual collecting or |
| your furniture. One item that could damage your | | | | if you're a die-hard collector, there is something in |
| collection is long term ex-poser to the sun. This | | | | this hobby for everyone. |
| could cause the finish to dull, especially on a | | | | |