The Diecast Podcast

Welcome back to the Diecast Podcast – Episode 14!After last episode’s “potato cam” mishap, we’re finally back in full HD… and straight into the chaos.This week we break down Hot Wheels’ Premium Aero Styles set, including the heavily hyped R32 Silhouette, the abundance of Liberty Walk, and the newly confirmed gold Silhouette chase. Is it worth chasing? Will it ever touch the legendary black chase prices? We debate.We also dive into:📦 Hot Wheels Premium sets vs slowing down (or trying to)🟡 Pantone Silver Series – art experiment or absolute bin?💔 RLC & Elite64 frustrations (sold out in minutes… again)🚗 Mini GT’s latest drop: Liberty Walk Lambos, Veilside RX‑7s & Pandem MX5's⚔️ Mini GT vs Elite64 – same car, very different executionThings heat up with:🔥 BBR Ferrari releases (Testarossa Spider history lesson included)💸 Kaido House DGK AE86 hype🇨🇳 Hobby Expo China (HEC) hype – event cars, chrome overload & wallet damage⚙️ XCarToys pushing boundaries with yet another insane detail🧪 Kilo Wheelz deep dive – subscription diecast, random colours, and RLC DNA🛐 Dear Diecast Gods – The real cars we need in 1:64💎 Hidden Gems – Obscure brands doing shockingly good workIf you’re a Hot Wheels addict, Mini GT loyalist, Pop Race fan, or just love brutally honest diecast talk – this one’s for you.👉 Drop your questions, arguments, and hidden gem finds in the comments🎧 Massive shout‑out to our audio listeners smashing miles on the roadEpisode 15 is going to be HUGE with HEC announcements… don’t miss it.

Episode 13 of The Diecast Podcast delivers apologies, outrage, and more Ferrari speculation than ever before. Right out of the gate, Matt finally admits defeat after being called out for his wild Tomica Limited Vintage Neo accusations - Ben demands evidence, the AI betrays Matt, and Tomica officially walks away undefeated. Justice is served.From there, it’s full throttle:🔥 Hot Wheels drama explodes – The Mattel Revealed Event drops a stunning (and completely inaccessible) Naruto‑themed S15, sparking debate over hype, licensing, and scalper madness.🎮 Elite64 nostalgia hits hard – The PlayStation‑liveried Porsche has both hosts frothing, while the Liberty Walk R32 Silhouette gets a cautious but curious breakdown.💗 RLC controversy deepens – A candy‑pink drag Challenger divides opinion, but things really kick off when Matt breaks down the baffling global pricing, shipping timelines, and sell‑out chaos of the RLC AC Cobra - Australia, the US and UK all playing by different rules.🐎 Ferrari Manifestation continues – Ben doubles down hard on his RLC Ferrari F40 prophecy, and by the end of the episode… it feels less like speculation and more like destiny.Then things go international:🇨🇳 Diecast chaos in Shenzhen – Fighting, queue‑cutting, closed booths and event exclusives gone wild at the Cool Car Show, including GCD’s jaw‑dropping diamanté‑covered VIP truck that may have literally shut the show down.🦖 Mini GT drops Rexy (again) – Love it or hate it, Rexy No.3 sparks a debate on hype fatigue vs collector loyalty.🏎️ Kaido House overload – Police Kaido Stars, HKS Skylines, NASCAR‑inspired R33s and Jun Imai doing Jun Imai things.🟣 Pop Race domination continues – Chrome RWBs, the iconic Apple Porsche with American Diorama mini‑finger, a DC5 Mugen Integra, and yet another reason Pop Race is owning 1:64 right now.🧪 XCarToys keep innovating – Interchangeable pop‑up headlights on an RX‑7 prove they’re still pushing boundaries.📦 Tarmac Works changes the game – Blister packaging enters the chat, Liberty Walk Miuras appear, and even the boys admit some restraint… briefly.🚜 Almost Real enters the arena – Ultra‑detailed Camel Trophy Land Rovers blur the line between model and miniature museum piece.💡 Hidden Gem of the Week – Ben brings a curveball: a WhelArt Evo III with working lights off the base and an actual Evo key included. Genius or gimmick? The jury’s still out.🧹 Audience Question – A fan favourite closes the episode with a real collector dilemma: How do you actually cull a growing diecast collection? Matt and Ben get brutally honest about FOMO buys, emotional attachment, gifting, selling… and why neither of them would survive as scalpers.Packed with laughs, rants, insider takes and genuine collector insight, Episode 13 is one of the biggest and most revealing episodes yet—and somehow still finds time to tease Episode 14.

Buckle up—Episode 12 of The Diecast Podcast is here, and it kicks off with absolute scenes as Ben hijacks Matt's intro… and almost his job. From there, the boys dive headfirst into one of the juiciest chats yet across Hot Wheels, Mini GT, Pop Race, Kaido House, Tarmac Works and more.This episode delivers:🚗 RLC highs and lows – The guys break down the new Datsun 510 drop, the AC Cobra debate, and whether the latest RLC Selections Nova is worth the $90 AUD splurge.🔥 Mini GT March lineup – Ben and Matt predict each other’s picks… and somehow nail it. Mostly.💡 Pop Race domination – More GR86s, Zonda Rs, and those eye‑watering Vancouver event exclusives (including that purple RWB).🛻 Hauler mania – The boys discuss the Kaido Hauler as Pop Race enters the hauler game with a wild price point.🏁 X-Car Toys drifting madness – The boys lose it over a raw E46 drift build that’s unlike anything in 1:64.🏆 Tarmac Works vs Mini GT – The LB head‑to‑head begins, with castings and stance under the microscope.🔧 Behind the factory doors – A surprising Motor Helix assembly video leaves both hosts suddenly very forgiving about door gaps.😂 AI scandals & collector banter – Ben fakes a diecast preview with AI and fools Matt completely.As always, the community gets a massive shoutout, and the boys decide whether Episode 13 is on the cards… or if Episode 12 was meant to be the finale. Spoiler alert: the contract has been “extended.”If you love diecast, collecting drama, Hot Wheels rumours, premium brand breakdowns, or just two mates roasting each other—this episode is for you.

In Episode 11 of The Diecast Podcast, Matt (@minicarrealm) and Ben (@boyracerben) dive into one of the biggest weeks of diecast chatter we’ve had in a while. After a brief come down from last episode’s visit from Lee (@this_is_my_diecast_life), the boys get straight into the latest waves of Hot Wheels news, RLC reveals, and premium-brand surprises.This episode covers:🔥 Hot Wheels RLC UpdatesThe Pagani Huayra R rerelease in silver — worth the pickup or too soon after the last two?Rumours circling a Spectraflame pink RWB Porsche, with talk of potential RLC chase variants becoming the new normal.The upcoming Subaru WRX 22B in gunmetal grey, and how non‑Spectraflame colours actually suit JDM castings better.First look at the red Shelby Cobra coming March 10, plus colourways we wish Hot Wheels would try.🏁 Selections Series DramaThe Chevy Nova SS wins the casting vote, followed by a tight race between SS Stock and Pro Stock liveries.Why the lack of wheel options stirred things up — and which livery the community seems to be leaning toward.🚗 Elite64 & Premium LinesThe first-ever Elite64 duplicate casting with the LBWK Aventador #21 — is this the beginning of recolours?The new Vintage Racing premium set, including the 250 GTO, Jaguar XJS and that gold R32 chase everyone’s talking about.💎 Mini GT, BBR, Kaido House & MoreMini GT’s trio of Hyundai releases — same same, but slightly improved.BBR’s new Testarossa, 296 GTB and Speciale — hits for Matt, misses for Ben.Kaido House’s massive drop including the R32, Frog Fairlady Z and Advan E30.A surprisingly nice Audi A3 rally car from X‑Car Toys.🦘 Australian Diecast NewsA first look at Authentic Collectibles’ Track Stars, the $29 price tag, and whether blacked-out windows will sink the line before it starts.🏎️ Motor Helix & High-EndLiberty Walk R34, R35, RX‑7 and more — all with opening parts.Are these worth triple the price of Pop Race equivalents?💰 Hidden Gem of the WeekBen brings a Rhino Model Ferrari 599XX that punches way above its price tag.

Episode 10 is here, and we’re celebrating with a special guest — the highly requested Ly (@this_is_my_diecast_life)! Join Matt (@minicarrealm) and Ben (@boyracerben) as they dive deep into the latest Hot Wheels, Mini GT, Pop Race, Kaido House, MotorHelix and more, with Lee bringing his trademark honesty, humour and strong opinions to the table.We cover: 🚗 Hot Wheels rumours, gold chase debates & RLC Overdrive controversy.🏎️ Mini GT’s latest releases — Mustangs, R34s, RX‑7s, & more🛻 The wild Mini GT helicopter + yacht diorama🔥 Pop Race vs Hot Wheels Spectraflame talk🛠️ Kaido House new castings, scale drama & “watermelon wheels”🏁 MotorHelix elite detail models & whether they’re worth the $$💬 Viewer questions + Ly’s top diecast pieces🚘 Ly’s dream garage, collector pet hates & favourite brands.An episode full of laughs, strong takes and plenty of diecast passion. Thanks again to Ly for jumping on — absolute legend.

Episode #9 is loaded, and honestly… it might be our best one yet. @MiniCarRealm and @boyracerben dive headfirst into January’s preorder madness, breaking down all the major brands you care about.We get into:• 🧾 All the big January preorders (what’s worth it, what’s hype, what’s noise)• ⚠️ Some spicy controversy in the diecast world• 🔥 New release hype, including:• Hot Wheels Modern Classics Set• Pop Race’s RWB• Micro Turbo’s NSX• 💎 Ben’s hidden gem reveal• 😬 Our personal FOMO picks — the models testing our self-controlIt’s laughs, hot takes, collector chaos, and proper diecast energy from start to finish.If you’re a serious collector, casual fan, or just love the culture — this one’s for you.🎙️ The Diecast Podcast – Episode 9Like, subscribe, and jump in the comments with what’s giving you FOMO 👇

Episode 8 is locked and loaded 🔥In this episode of the Diecast Podcast, minicarrealm and BoyRacerBen go full throttle on everything happening in the diecast world right now.We break down the madness and metal of Tokyo Auto Salon, unpack the chaos, burnouts, and culture of Summernats, and then dive head-first into the latest diecast announcements from across the hobby. New releases, surprise drops, hot takes, and a few opinions that might ruffle some blister cards along the way.If you’re into 1:64 scale, JDM legends, Aussie car culture, or just love keeping up with what brands are doing right now — this one’s for you.👇 Hit play, drop your thoughts in the comments, and let us know which releases have you reaching for your wallet.

The conversation begins with New Year greetings and a discussion about diecast gifts received during the holiday season. It then transitions into reflections on the year 2025 and the diecast world, followed by a detailed exploration of the 2025 Lamley Awards and the voting process. The discussion then delves into the Model of the Year and the winners of 2025, concluding with a review of personal favorites and new releases from Mini GT. The conversation covers a range of new diecast model releases from different brands, including Mortal Model, Tomica Custom Works, OZ Wheels, and the upcoming Showstoppers series. The hosts also discuss the significance of the Lamborghini Muira and the potential for guest appearances in future episodes.Chapters00:00 New Year Greetings and Diecast Gifts06:55 The 2025 Lamley Awards and Voting Process15:44 Model of the Year and Winners of 202521:21 Personal Favorites and New Releases from Mini GT47:24 Mortal Model and Pop Race Releases59:20 OZ Wheels Latest Releases01:07:40 Upcoming Showstoppers Series

Welcome back to The Diecast Podcast! 🎙️In Episode 6, Matt and Ben are back in the studio talking all things 1:64 diecast, breaking down the latest releases and sharing some honest collector opinions.🚗 In this episode, we cover:• The newest drops from Hot Wheels, Mini GT, Pop Race, Inno64, Tarmac Works and more• An audience-submitted topic:• Favourite dioramas• Least liked vs most liked Hot Wheels releases• Hidden gem models you might’ve missed• What releases are giving us serious FOMO• The growing competition between diecast brands and how it’s changing the hobbyAs always, expect strong opinions, collector banter, and plenty of diecast passion.👇 Get involved• Drop a comment with your favourite diorama or current FOMO release• Let us know which brand you think is winning right now• Like, subscribe, and share the podcast with your diecast mates🎧 Whether you’re into JDM, muscle, Euro, or full-blown shelf queens — this one’s for collectors.#DiecastPodcast #DiecastCars #HotWheels #MiniGT #PopRace #INNO64 #TarmacWorks #DiecastCollectors #164Scale #DiecastCommunity

We kicked off this fortnight’s episode of The Diecast Podcast with a juicy discussion — which brand truly deserves the #2 spot behind Hot Wheels? 👀Is it Mini GT? Pop Race? Or someone else climbing the ranks? We each share our picks (and don’t exactly agree 😅).Then we dive into all the latest diecast news and opinions from the big names — Hot Wheels, Mini GT, Pop Race, and more! Expect some hot takes, collector insights, and plenty of laughs along the way.

We talk the latest diecast announcements and answer the dreaded hypothetical question of which car we would keep if we had to get rid of our entire collection.

This episode is packed with everything a diecast fan lives for:🎤 Rhyming Into the EpisodeMatt warms things up with some cheeky diecast-themed bars. You’ve been warned.🇦🇺 Australian Diecast Expo (Adelaide) RecapWe break down the sights, the exclusives, the crowds, — and the standout moments from one of Australia’s biggest diecast events of the year.🔥 Big Brand AnnouncementsWe dive into the latest news from:​Hot Wheels​Mini GT​Micro Turbo​Pop Race​Tarmac WorksNew releases, surprises, must-haves — we cover it all.💬 Audience Topic From Episode #4You commented, we listened! We pick a viewer-suggested topic straight from Episode #4 comments and share our honest thoughts.🆕 New Brands Ben Has DiscoveredBen’s gone exploring and brings some fresh-off-the-radar brands to the table — perfect for collectors looking to expand beyond the usual suspects.🛠️ Closing With Diecast WisdomWe wrap things up with some sound advice for collectors at any levelHit like, drop a comment, and subscribe so you never miss an episode!👇 Comment for Episode #6:Got a topic you want us to cover next? Let us know below! 

Welcome back to Episode #4 of The Diecast Podcast, where Matt (@minicarrealm) and Ben (@boyracerben) dive head-first into another massive week in the 1:64 world!In this episode we cover:🔥 Big Brand News & New ReleasesWe break down the latest drops and announcements from all the heavy hitters — Hot Wheels, Mini GT, Pop Race, Tarmac Works and more. What’s hot? What’s surprising? What’s going straight onto the wishlist?🏎️ Tomica Limited Vintage Neo — Ferrari F40 RereleaseThe TLV-N F40 is making a comeback, and we couldn’t be more excited. We chat about why this casting is so iconic and why TLV-N could be one of the best lines of diecast money can buy in 1:64 scale.🚗 Our Childhood CarsWe get nostalgic talking about the cars we grew up with — which ones shaped us, which ones survived the years, and whether we still have any hiding in a box somewhere.🧡 The First Cars That Started Our Adult CollectionsEvery collector has an origin story. We share ours: the models that kicked off our serious collecting journey and ultimately led to the podcast you’re listening to now.If you love diecast, collecting stories, and keeping up with the latest releases — this is the episode for you. Make sure to like, comment, and subscribe so you never miss an update from the world of mini machines!👇 Drop a comment:What was your first adult collection car?

Diecast collectors and content creators, Matt and Ben, get this project kicked off with the very first episode. Talking top 3 diecast brands, recent purchases, and all the diecast news from the last couple of months. Stay till the end for our hidden gem brand and what's happening with diecast expo's around the world.