DiecastSociety.com • Your Definitive Information Resource

NEWS!

HEADLINES!

STORIES!

DiecastSociety.com is proud to bring you the latest industry insider news, upcoming diecast and resin releases, and more. Keep abreast of the latest news from your favourite manufacturer!  All here in one convenient website!

 

CLICK HERE

MODEL

REVIEWS

AUTOART | OTTO | KYOSHO | GT SPIRIT MINICHAMPS | SPARK

DiecastSociety.com is proud to bring you in-depth model reviews from all your favorite brands and manufactures. We encourage you to share your reviews.  Please contact us for details!

 

CLICK HERE

VIDEOS!

MANUFACTURER

360 View

Extending our reviews with an indepth 360 video of your favorite models will enhance the user experience. Hopefully make your buying decisions some what easier!

 

CLICK HERE

FORUMS

SCALE: 1:12|1:18|1:43

CLASSIFIEDS

DiecastSociety.com forums will introduce you to other diecast collectors from around the world. General Diecast discussions, Manufacture by brand, Classifieds, and more!!!

 

CLICK HERE

DIECAST

COLLECTOR

OF THE

MONTH

Each month we feature a unique collector and his diecast collection. All selected participants will receive two www.DIECASTSOCIETY.com decals!! Want to be featured? Email us for details!

 

CLICK HERE

HOW TO

STEP BY STEP

GUIDES

At DiecastSociety.com we are proud to offer a selection of “How To” instructional guides. We encourage you to share your passion, please contribute your DIY guides. Contact us for details!

 

CLICK HERE

DiecastSociety.com • Your Definitive Information Resource

PHOTO GALLERY: OttO Mercedes-Benz 560 SEC Koenig Specials

The Koenig‑modified Mercedes‑Benz 560 SEC takes the already imposing W126 coupe and pushes it into far more dramatic territory. Koenig’s signature widebody kit—flared arches, deeper bumpers, and broader wheels—gives the car a noticeably more aggressive stance without losing the underlying elegance of the SEC. Many cars also received interior tweaks and, in some cases, substantial engine upgrades such as a Continue Reading...
Read more

Nuremberg International Toy Fair 2026 (UPDATES HOURLY!)

The 75th edition of the Spielwarenmesse, held from 27–31 January 2026 in Nuremberg, reaffirmed its status as the world’s largest and most influential toy fair. While the event showcased everything from AI-driven toys to sustainable play concepts, for collectors and hobbyists, the spotlight here will be firmly on scale diecast and resin models. As the current DiecastSociety.com Model of the Continue Reading...
Read more

REVIEW: LS Collectibles Maserati Shamal

After taking a look at model brands we reviewed in the past, I noticed we do not have a review of any models from LS Collectibles, so when I got my hands on the recently released Maserati Shamal, I thought a review should follow. The story of LS Collectibles is a bit of a mystery, marked by a sudden disappearance Continue Reading...
Read more

DiecastSociety.com 2025 Model of the Year Awards – VOTE NOW!

Another year brings another round of DiecastSociety.com’s Model of the Year voting! While 2025 didn’t deliver an overwhelming number of standout releases, the year wasn’t without its surprises. If one brand deserves special recognition, it’s Norev—their dramatic leap in quality, all while keeping prices reasonable, is something rarely seen in our hobby. In fact, three of their models earned a Continue Reading...
Read more

Montage Model Ferrari F40 Diecast!

This piece originally aired back in November 2025 as a MotorHelix release, which was not the case.  Even MotorHelix had to make annoucement to dispute the release.  From what we gathered, this is a new brand, well, to us, Montage Model, and this is their 1:18 diecast metal and opening Ferrari F40.  There will be a standard package and a Continue Reading...
Read more

BBA Model Ferrari 488 Pista

News from the BBA Model’s camp is the new 1:18 resin and sealed Ferrari 488 Pista.  Colour options will include the following:  Diamond Black, Luminous Green, Titanium Silver,  Ice Blue,  Hong Kong Purple,  Standard Red (Black Racing Stripes), Standard Red (White Racing Stripes), Metallic Red and Metallic Red (Black Yellow Racing Stripes).  Production is capped at 25 units per colour with Continue Reading...
Read more

MotorHelix Honda Civic Type R (FL5) Variants

More newness from MotorHelix this week.  The team has unveiled more Japanese car culture replicas; this example features the Honda Civic Type R (FL5).  Three options will be released, each capped at 499 units.  Cars include the HKS livery in Championship White and Matte Black.  There is also the Ultimate Edition, completed in Ultimate Edition White exterior.  There are metal Continue Reading...
Read more

Norev New January Releases!

More news from budget-friendly brand Norev!  This assortment of January release focuses on 1:18 scale.  Many are semi or fully opening, a definite plus!  Neat Porsche race cars and the spec on the Cayman GT4 is aces! 182026 – Honda CB7501969, Red Metallic 187834 – Ferrari 308 GTS 1982, Silver 183954 – Mercedes-Benz 500 E 1999, Impala Metallic 187161 – Continue Reading...
Read more

MR Collection | Looksmart Confirm Bugatti FKP Hommage!

MR Collection and sister brand Looksmart confirm the 1:18 and 1:43 scale Bugatti FKP Hommage.  Both will focus on the “Launch Version”, though there will likely be more colours added in the near future.  Moulds are expensive!  There is no word on an official release date at this time. Product# LS574 / BUG019 ...
Read more

Bburago | Bburago Ferrari 2026 Catalogues

The Bburago and Bburago Ferrari 2026 catalogues showcase the brand’s latest evolution in officially licensed Ferrari replicas, highlighting refreshed liveries, updated tooling, and expanded coverage across 1:18, 1:24, and 1:43 scales. For 2026, Bburago leans further into modern Ferrari design language, offering sharper details, cleaner paint execution, and a broader mix of road and racing models. The catalogues continue to Continue Reading...
Read more