MINI GT doing it right!

So far I’m very pleased with all my MINI GT collection from the very first FK8 in (Blue) to the improved version in Red. Yes they have delays and recalls to correct their QC issues but that’s ok. As collector what we like is to see quality in our mini cars collection and not defects. 

Apart from the regular edition MINI GT pushed further to come out with a series of Liberty Walk Nissan GT-R that are welcome by many collectors which we can only see the custom version in the past. From the Duck tail light blue to the latest GT Wing Matt Gray which was an instant sold out.

What I always like about MINI GT is their attractive price point and most important of all quality. You have rubber wheelset, screw base which you can change your wheels effortlessly, rubber side mirror to avoid paint chipping and fine detailing on the body. And I’m very happy to review the MINI GT which is always on my want list the Zero Fighter Liberty Walk GT-R. 

I have claimed the light blue GT-R as one of he best diecast for 2018 and now I’m confused because all of them are on point. The duck tail Zero Fighter GT-R is not the latest but the very first casting which is a Hong Kong 2017 Toy Soul Exclusive model with a different packaging presenation all together. Followed by the light blue, matt gray and white which will be available soon.

The Zero Fighter looks aggressive with the double aero dynamic stripes and the Rising Sun symbol against its olive drab body colour in semi gloss finish. It’s a shame that it can’t fit inside the “Zero Fighter” theme Tomica Limited Vintage Hino Ranger because of its wide body :( 

Overall the Zero Fighter GT-R is a perfect casting and I can’t wait to pair this with the GT Wing Zero Fighter GT-R which is coming very soon. For collectors who like to know where you can purchased the MINI GT castings. You can check out the sellers and distributors on MINI GT Page. http://minigt.com/distribution.php

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Understated Chase. M2 Machines Auto Japan 2 1971 Skyline

After my luck for finding a chase 1969 Nissan Bluebird 1600SSS for Auto Japan 1. I have almost forgotten I order a random M2 Machines Auto Japan series 2 case in hope for getting chase car which we all know the chances are slim. Hence the case arrived which I did an unboxing video in my YouTube channel.

To my surprise i score a regular chase limited at 750 pieces again! Unlike the Datsun Bluebird regular chase with gold wheels, this 1971 Skyline come with a chrome deep green wheels which looks really hidden and can’t really differentiate between the mainline version.

I really like this chase and I’m glad I never score the bluebird instead. It is so understated and I bet many collectors in the USA will have miss this on pegs without referring to the label. I like the finishing of the casting in gunmetalish finish and functional hood.

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Vs a Hot Wheels 1969 Nissan Skyline Wagon

Vs a Match Box 1971 Nissan Skyline Custom

Vs a M2 1971 Nissan Skyline Model-Kit

Still no sign of Hot Wheels Cargo Carriers...

After the JH2 series comes the Hot Wheels Cargo Carriers for the latest Car Culture instalment which I did an unboxing video on YouTube. It is a pain on the mental and wallet for majority of Hot Wheels collectors outside USA. We have to resort ordering online instead of just picking them up on pegs. They may come in weeks or months or never after USA releases.

Of course these are the new breeds of CC which Mattel set them at a higher price. I can see the effort and details but I just could not come to terms with the card. The oversize card no doubt with more room for graphics also add to the shipping cost of course this is not the case if I can have the luxury to pick it up on the peg.

It takes up unnecessary space and comes in a larger than usual carton. On the castings its a different story I must say I’m impressed with the level of details Mattel has put into it. The details are almost on par when I shoot the Ford Transit Super Van with the Porsche GT2 Gulf version

The VW Sunagon is also the “chase” car with one per set and that makes it 3 pieces for the Ford Transit.  The Honda Odyssey which appears in the “Fastest Cars” series on Netflix is my current favourite among the lot.

I can’t share he retail prices for Singapore as we still do not have any sign for JH2 yet sad… Anyway we will still end up paying for Hot Wheels after all the rant and has our local distributors need to buck up on that.

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Hot Kustoms Unboxing: Hot Wheels Cargo Carriers with Nissan C10 Skyline ...

And so without waiting for another few more months or never for the Car Culture Cargo Carriers to hit my local stores. I got myself a case and did a quick unboxing video. First of all while the cards are nice in presentation it is cumbersome and a waste of storage area. 

The outer case has becomes bigger which adds more to shipping and most of the cards are warped due to the way its been packed. I hope Mattel will go back to its original card size and save a dollar or 2 on our pockets although I do not really know the retail prices in Singapore as we do not even have the JH2.

Now lets get to the cars. If you are a loose and carded collector like me you will be disappointed to learn that there is only one VW Sunagon in the case. Hence you will be left an incomplete carded set if you crack open the Sunagon casting. I guess Mattel foresee this will be a pegwarmer hence they come out with one for a case which makes it 3 Ford Super Van. Why not the Skyline? :)

The Sunagon is not a new casting but I like the decor especially the wood panelling. It is also nice to see the 4 spokes wheelset which we commonly seen on a JDM to be on a VW. Actually the Gulf Ford super Van is my favourite maybe because of the Gulf theme. This is the first Gulf Van for the Gulf series and will look nice with any Gulf collection especially its orange wheelset. This may be even be a potential pegwarmer as well given 3 pieces per case.

Apart from the Skyline, I am also very looking forward to the Mooneyes VW T1 Panel Bus. With its bold distinctive Mooneyes icon against the signature Hot Wheels flames. This is definitely a must have for all collectors. It comes with moon wheels as well. 

The Honda Odyssey and C10 Nissan Skyline are both new castings. I like the Bisimoto Odessey as it is clean and looks premium as well. It also comes with star wheels which is definitely a stunner! The Skyline wagon is actually the one I’m looking forward to. However I’m don’t feel really excited when I saw the casting. I don’t know why maybe its is overhype and oversell for the Skyline wagon that I have position this casting to my top lists and turns out to me not.

I still remember how excited I was opening the JH1 Datsun wagon and the TLV Datsun estate wagon but not this. Please subscribe to my YouTube channel for more updates and follow @hotkustoms in Instagram and Twitter.

2018 New Majorette release with Honda Civic TypeR Preview

For Majorette fans rejoiced! If you are not, 2018 is a good year to start collecting Majorette mini cars as they have a whole new range of new releases slated for this year. First big thanks to Majorette for these samples! The one I’m most excited about is the new Honda Civic TypeR casting. I am 100% positive that this will be in every collectors want list.

The 1/58 TypeR comes with the signature pearl white finish body with opening hatch. It comes with a 6 spokes rim with suspension and rolls superb. Needless to say this is definitely the most anticipated casting for 2018 and I believe Majorette will do a few more colour variations of the TypeR. Just be sure to do one in Police version :) Fingers crossed.

For Skyline collectors, Majorette has the MJT Motorsport livery which is a nice addition to their GT-R fleet. The castings is basically the same except for the new racing livery. The next in line is the VW Polo WRC casting which is similar to the No.1 collectors favourite the Redbull Racing Team. This Polo comes with the default VW Motorsport livery and definitely pairs well with the Redbull Team.

The Toyota Hilux Revo is also a new castings for 2018. I received the most query for this when I shared it on IG. It do not have any opening parts but it will definitely go along with majority of Majorette play sets or into your collection if you are a truck lover. Not to mention the full range of Majorette 2018 release will be displayed at our Singapore very first Diecast Expo on 28 - 29 April at National Design Center.

I will share a few more upcoming Majorettes in a bit and remember to stayed tuned to Hot Kustoms YouTube channel or follow me on my IG @hotkustoms. Overall 2018 is looking very bright for Majorette!

Hot Kustoms Review: Tomica Limited Vintage X LOG-ON Nissan GT R Nismo HK...

This is probably the 20th Nissan GT-R R35 Tomica Limited Vintage (TLV) has released but so far the second exclusive car. The first was 2017 Nismo GT-R TakaraTomy Mall web exclusive specially for the TLV version. The current one is the LOG-ON store exclusive which was announced by Tomica Hong Kong Fan page last month with pre-sale the LOG-ON page which was suprisingly sold out the day before the actual sales that we have to get from resellers.

It is interesting that TakaraTomy has weighted on much on the Hong Kong market recently. There are a huge fanbase for Tomica products over in Hong Kong which maybe 2nd or on par with Japan domestic market. In recent years we have seen Tomica H.K Aeon exclusive releases and the popular white Lamborghini Veneno Roadster which is a purchase with purchase exclusive in several Asian countries but not in Japan till date.

The TLV LOG-ON comes with a premium packaging with additional silver foil stamp on the standard box and bio card. I personally do not like the cumbersome square box that come with it as it takes up a lot of space. The GT-R that comes along with it is actually also the same as the 2017 Nismo Web exclusive last year with a silver paint on body whereas the latter is gunmetal.

The highlight is actually the metallic card that comes with it. It is a brush metal surface with beautiful grill design printed with silver ink for the GT-R, LOG-ON & TomyTec logo. It comes with the option of engraving your initials on the card as well which mine with “Hot Kustoms” will be arriving soon.

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M2 Machines Auto Japan MiJo exclusives review. This time I break the hood!

Today review features the awesome MiJo exclusive Auto Japan Series from M2 Machines. After the successful debut of Auto Japan series 1, M2 Machines continue to roll out this exclusive set number at 3200 pieces which consists of 

1969 Datsun Bluebird 1600SSS

1970 Nissan Fairlady Z432

1971 Nissan Skyline GT-R

The casting are well made with beautiful paint job especially on the Fairlady which I broke the hood while filming. 

Hence be careful while opening up the hood as they are held by plastic. Overall the set is on par with a standard Tomica Limited Vintage and they come in a standard case and protector pack as well which is reusable.

Given the affordable price point it makes a fine addition to any JDM or M2 mini car collectors.

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Hot Kustoms Review: Tarmac Greenlight Vs Hot Wheels F&F Skyline R34

Happy to score a recent Tarmac Works Greenlight collab "For Paul" F&F Chase and regular. It is also interesting to note the change in trend for the Green Machine Chase.

Recently more chases do not really come with Green Wheels nor body instead they come in other color variation and treatment for the wheelset such as the one in this video with raw body.

It makes a nice pair with the recent Hot Wheels F&F R34 release as well around the same price range.

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Hot Kustoms Uboxing: Awesome releases from Majorette

Sharing my recent haul from Majorette through Instagram Live on Feb 10 Thanks to Majorette for sending these goodies along my way for features. 

They are all current releases with most of them specific to region exclusives. For 2018 Majorette will have loads of releases which many have seen for the 2018 online catalogue with new first to model castings and wheelsets. 

They have shared with me exciting collaborations as well which will be shared at a later stage once it's concrete. Of course I will do a dedicated review for each of them but for now do enjoy the video.

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Hot Kustoms Review Tomica Premium Nissan Leopard and Cadillac Eldorado

A quick review of my recent Tomica Premium Series buy. 

The 04 Nissan Leopard which is in 1/63 Scale much to my dismay as compared with a 1/64. 

Next the 25 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz looks surprising well with my Charawheels Lady Penelope car.

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