Diecast Collection
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Peter has a unique collection for sale in Gippsland, Victoria
Approximately 15 year Ago I spotted a Dinky Diecast model of a 5.5 inch Field gun in an antique store in Auckland. It was a model of the one I was trained on during my military service in South West Africa (Namibia today). That purchase was the start of my collecting days - I think it was also spurred on by the fact that I had a few Dinky’s as a kid but they were expensive and was last on the list for my parents purchases for the month.
Once the bug got a hold on me it was the start of collecting quite a large collection of brands that I have today. I initially bought from an antique toy dealer in Melbourne ( Antique Toy World), but soon discovered that EBay was a rich source as well. Many a bid was made online and then the exciting wait for the delivery to happen via the post. I was fairly lucky that over all the years only one item was “lost” in the mail!
As the bug really bit, I purchased a large collection from a gentleman in Tasmania. I flew down to have a look at the collection and then once purchased I had to take the ferry and drive to his house to pick up the toys. I recall my car being filled to the roof, with only enough space for me to drive home.
A second collection followed from Queensland and space to display all of them became an issue, no point having them packed away in boxes! Currently my collection is displayed in my purpose built shed at home. Once retired the rate of purchases dropped off and I realized I had reached the end of the road in terms of growing my collection.
Another hobby of mine is model boat building, so, realizing I would not be allowed to build another shed I have decided the let go of my collection to other good homes. They are ideal for the diehard collector, for displaying in a man shed, as a backdrop for car museums or just to enjoy looking at.
My collection has a distinct military flavor but other “ themes” have evolved over the years - fire vehicles, car carriers, Heavy haulage trucks, beer wine and spirits liverages, ambulances, racing cars etc.
So, why collect Diecast cars - once you start there is always the challenge to find the elusive model, the one that will complete the set, the one that replicates a car you owned in the past ( or one you would have liked to own). The kick start for me was seeing a Diecast model of the gun I was trained on in the army - it cascaded from there.
I think there was also a sense of I had some catching up to do - my parents limited budget prevented me from accumulating many toys so when I rediscovered Diecast toys it was time to catch up. Another reason for collecting was the investment aspect to it. Although not a priority one likes to think that you won’t lose when you sell them one day. In the mean time you have the pleasure of accumulating and admiring them.
My first and favorite car was the Austin Healey Sprite MKll. I bought it in Cape Town for 500 Rand ( AU$50)spent a few hundred on it and sold it for R800!! My friends weren’t very complimentary saying it wouldn’t last very long, was worn out etc. Needless to say they had to swallow their words as it outlasted all of their newer cars. It was an amazing car to drive and I remember taking her out, hood off, warmly dressed and driving for the pleasure of it. It cornered beautifully and because you were so close to the ground it felt as though you were going faster than you really were. I would love to own another one again!
Approximately 15 year Ago I spotted a Dinky Diecast model of a 5.5 inch Field gun in an antique store in Auckland. It was a model of the one I was trained on during my military service in South West Africa (Namibia today). That purchase was the start of my collecting days - I think it was also spurred on by the fact that I had a few Dinky’s as a kid but they were expensive and was last on the list for my parents purchases for the month.
Once the bug got a hold on me it was the start of collecting quite a large collection of brands that I have today. I initially bought from an antique toy dealer in Melbourne ( Antique Toy World), but soon discovered that EBay was a rich source as well. Many a bid was made online and then the exciting wait for the delivery to happen via the post. I was fairly lucky that over all the years only one item was “lost” in the mail!
As the bug really bit, I purchased a large collection from a gentleman in Tasmania. I flew down to have a look at the collection and then once purchased I had to take the ferry and drive to his house to pick up the toys. I recall my car being filled to the roof, with only enough space for me to drive home.
A second collection followed from Queensland and space to display all of them became an issue, no point having them packed away in boxes! Currently my collection is displayed in my purpose built shed at home. Once retired the rate of purchases dropped off and I realized I had reached the end of the road in terms of growing my collection.
Another hobby of mine is model boat building, so, realizing I would not be allowed to build another shed I have decided the let go of my collection to other good homes. They are ideal for the diehard collector, for displaying in a man shed, as a backdrop for car museums or just to enjoy looking at.
My collection has a distinct military flavor but other “ themes” have evolved over the years - fire vehicles, car carriers, Heavy haulage trucks, beer wine and spirits liverages, ambulances, racing cars etc.
So, why collect Diecast cars - once you start there is always the challenge to find the elusive model, the one that will complete the set, the one that replicates a car you owned in the past ( or one you would have liked to own). The kick start for me was seeing a Diecast model of the gun I was trained on in the army - it cascaded from there.
I think there was also a sense of I had some catching up to do - my parents limited budget prevented me from accumulating many toys so when I rediscovered Diecast toys it was time to catch up. Another reason for collecting was the investment aspect to it. Although not a priority one likes to think that you won’t lose when you sell them one day. In the mean time you have the pleasure of accumulating and admiring them.
My first and favorite car was the Austin Healey Sprite MKll. I bought it in Cape Town for 500 Rand ( AU$50)spent a few hundred on it and sold it for R800!! My friends weren’t very complimentary saying it wouldn’t last very long, was worn out etc. Needless to say they had to swallow their words as it outlasted all of their newer cars. It was an amazing car to drive and I remember taking her out, hood off, warmly dressed and driving for the pleasure of it. It cornered beautifully and because you were so close to the ground it felt as though you were going faster than you really were. I would love to own another one again!
Summary
If interested in buying the collection, individual items or themes, contact Peter on:
Mobile 0438 385 068 or by email ppringle@bigpond.net.au
You can also inspect the collection by appointment only. Approximately 1200 pieces for sale.
Corgi Military, cars, trucks, TV Themed (90 boxed, 30 unboxed)
Dinky Military, cars, trucks (160 boxed, 250 unboxed)
Matchbox Models of Yesteryears (24 boxed)
Solido Military (85 boxed, 80 unboxed)
Matchbox Yesteryears (160 boxed)
Matchbox Collectables (60 boxed)
Lledo/ Days Gone (120 boxed)
Matchbox Dinky (67 boxed)
Russian Military (30 boxed)
Tekno Military (6 boxed)
Trax (50 boxed)
Websites and links
www.biante.com.au
www.replicars.com.au
Models Get Big Bucks
Big Market For tiny Cars
www.motorfocus.com.au
www.modelmania.com.au
www.vincediecastcars.com.au
www.classiccarlectables.com.au
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Model_car
https://www.tradeuniquecars.com.au/features/1607/making-money-from-die-cast-car-models
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If interested in buying the collection, individual items or themes, contact Peter on:
Mobile 0438 385 068 or by email ppringle@bigpond.net.au
You can also inspect the collection by appointment only. Approximately 1200 pieces for sale.
Corgi Military, cars, trucks, TV Themed (90 boxed, 30 unboxed)
Dinky Military, cars, trucks (160 boxed, 250 unboxed)
Matchbox Models of Yesteryears (24 boxed)
Solido Military (85 boxed, 80 unboxed)
Matchbox Yesteryears (160 boxed)
Matchbox Collectables (60 boxed)
Lledo/ Days Gone (120 boxed)
Matchbox Dinky (67 boxed)
Russian Military (30 boxed)
Tekno Military (6 boxed)
Trax (50 boxed)
Websites and links
www.biante.com.au
www.replicars.com.au
Models Get Big Bucks
Big Market For tiny Cars
www.motorfocus.com.au
www.modelmania.com.au
www.vincediecastcars.com.au
www.classiccarlectables.com.au
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Model_car
https://www.tradeuniquecars.com.au/features/1607/making-money-from-die-cast-car-models
See photo gallery below - scroll over slideshow to play and pause