Tell us what this hobby means to you? 13 questions answered by you, Joey Savella from Woodbridge, Ontario, Canada

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1) What first got you collecting diecast? How long have you been collecting? What is your total model count as of today?

My mother bought me my first diecast when I was young it was a Bburago Porsche Turbo from the 80’s, so I have been collecting since I was about 5 or 6. My model count as of today is about 70 models.  It was once at about 150+.

2) What was your first diecast or memory?

My first model was a  Bburago Porsche Turbo in Red.

3) What is your favourite scale, and why?

1:18 because 1:43 is too small and 1:12 is too big.

4) What are some of your favourite models to date? Did you share any photos with us?

My favourite model to date would be my Minichamps Bentley’s in 1:18 scale, they are big, heavy and well detailed. They look awesome on any shelf.

5) Is there a model that has eluded you, a holy grail of sorts?

Yes have been on a crazy hunt for a Kyosho Lancia Delta Integrale Martini Edition road car.  When I do find one its $200+.

6) What is your favourite brand/manufacture, and why?

Exoto. Look one over you’ll know why.

7) Describe your current theme and what your overall goal is?

My current theme is Euro models only but some Nissan GTR’S have sneaked into my collection.

8) Do you display your collection? If yes, how?

I display my collection by where the cars were made so French, German, Italian and Japanese cars are all together.

9) Do you have any other hobbies, passions or addictions?

My main passion in life is driving cars.

10) What do you think about the diecast hobby as it stands today?

I think the hobby is bringing out really interesting pieces as of current but prices are killing the hobby.

11) If you could change one thing about the diecast hobby what would that be?

Nothing. I love my babies.

12) Do you modify cars? If yes, what are some examples?

No.

13) What is your 1:1 daily driver?

2009 Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V.