Diecast Collector Magazine

04 November, 2025

The December 2025 issue of Diecast Collector is now available. DC and CG unite in the new-look magazine, bringing the best of both together under one cover. Inside, you’ll also find a dedicated Collectors Gazette section. Inside Diecast Collector What’s new – Our team of experts round up this month’s model releases, from fine handbuilt replicas and scale construction to the latest in farm models • Golden memories – Francisco Mota looks at the 911 Dakar and its extravagant optional liveries • The early years of a diecast giant – Maisto has grown into one of the world’s biggest diecast manufacturers. Andrew Ralston traces the story • Vauxhall’s Mk2 Astra – Steve Coles continues his Then & now series, comparing vintage models with their present-day counterparts • Superfast 1969–1982 – Our Collecting by Numbers series continues with a look at the evolution of the Matchbox Superfast range during the Lesney years • Routemasters to reindeers – Amelia explores Christmas models for every collector • A decade of eclectic delights – Stephen Paul Hardy investigates how AutoCult plan to celebrate their tenth birthday • Price guide – A round-up of the latest toy sales from across the country, with a brief visit to specialist auction rooms • eBuys – From collectables of the future to old favourites, check out some recent finds sold on eBay • Photography on the cheap – How to snap your collection of models without breaking the bank • A–Z of diecast – Alwyn Brice continues his series, this time looking at the letter T • Your collection – Every collector has a story. This month we feature Alan Yuill from Scotland. • Your letters and questions– A space for readers to share thoughts, tips and questions • Toyfair times – Details of UK retailers, upcoming fairs, events and auctions Inside Collectors Gazette • Is Vinted the new eBay? – Our Junior Content Editor Amelia explores the differences between Vinted and eBay, so you don’t have to. • Collecting champions – Chris Stoner continues his series focusing on people who are keeping the old toy collectable market alive. This month, he meets up with Barney Brown • The push for N gauge – Mark Nolan rediscovers the joys of push-along trains which blazed the trail for smaller scales • Top gum – Alwyn Brice opens a few bubble gum wrappers and enthuses on a golden decade Obsolete Oz – What gems has Oz uncovered this month on his travels? • Toy stories – Ed Karswell takes a look at job lots and ponders the world of model collecting