Some cool 1/18 diecast car collection video

Scale of Diecast car

Diecast Scale

Diecast cars come in a wide array of sizes with 1:12, 1:18, 1:24, 1:32, and 1:64 being among the most popular. Often you will see scale denoted in different ways. The most common two ways are using the forward slash " / " and the colon " : "  The scale numbers represent the model’s size in relation to the real thing. 1:18 means that if you took a full-size vehicle and divided it into eighteen parts, one part would be equal to the size of the diecast car. Or, to put it another way, every one inch of a 1:18 diecast car will represent eighteen inches of the real full-sized vehicle. The actual measurements will vary based upon how accurately the real car is modeled and how close the tooling is from the diecast manufacturer.

Choosing the size of cars to purchase is the first choice all collectors must make. But first time collectors shouldn’t feel the need to limit themselves to just one scale size. How you plan on storing or displaying your diecast collection will play heavily into what sizes you want to purchase. Price also plays a part in this decision as the larger cars cost more. Some collectors prefer to collect the smaller scales so that they can have more models for a lower price, and more room to store them. Other collectors enjoy the intricate details and realistic look of the bigger models, such as the 1:18 diecast cars. Larger scales are also known for rising in value more than others. 1:18 diecast cars enjoy a large market of prospective buyers for those looking to make money from their investments.

Diecast car collector

1:18 Koenigsegg CCX

Everyone has a favorite car. People both young and old love cars, and may have multiple favorites. While they may not be able to own these cars in real life, they can turn to die cast cars to get their fix.

People collect things for a number of different reasons. Some collectors have a nostalgic attachment to certain collectible items or the toys of their youth. For them, collecting is a fun hobby that brings them back to their childhood. Other collectors may be fascinated by cars, trains, or a specific historical period. These collectors may look for items that remind them of their interests. Then there are collectors who see their collections as a financial investment. They may still choose to purchase items they enjoy owning or displaying, or they may simply purchase collectibles that they believe will grow in value more than others.

Diecast car collectors fall into all of these categories and more. Many collectors would describe themselves as belonging to more than one category. Some are car enthusiasts who enjoy model cars, but also hope to sell their collections for a profit one day. A lot of them may have started collecting toy cars as a kid from such popular brands as Hotwheels and Matchbox. These brands are known for their small 1:62 scale cars. As collectors get older, they often still enjoy adding cars to their collection. But as they age, they are able to spend more on their hobby and purchase larger, more-detailed, and pricier models.