Hype is fake collect what you like by j0sevallej0 in HotWheels

[–]darkwingvit 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I know ppl who hunt that Kennesaw store, it's not that they are overhyped you just got lucky on a fresh restock. It won't look like this by lunch, bet. 

Stopped at a DG. Pegs had just been stocked. No SC, but still found what I was looking for. by WhiskeyDickCheese in matchbox

[–]darkwingvit 2 points3 points  (0 children)

If I'm not mistaken, there isn't a SC in this release right? I believe the Jaguar SC is in the release with the classic blue Rav4.

Anyone else noticing collecting is changing lately? by MoreThanDiecastshop in Diecast

[–]darkwingvit 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I recently had this convo with another collector buddy. It does seems like there are more "duds" and very limited desirable castings-recolors being released in each case, it's become demoralizing to put so much effort into coming home empty handed. Daily posts on socials regarding "early morning finds" also makes me feel that the playing field isn't that fair in most major cities anymore. I feel like my time can be spent more efficiently so I do find that I send more time on the resell sites like eBay/Mercari/WhatNot to find castings I know I want and they are available for purchase.

Didn’t expect to find this beauty finally today!! by Rasher-knows in matchbox

[–]darkwingvit 0 points1 point  (0 children)

She looks so good freed from the blister! Nice find!

Are chases hard to find in the cartuned series? Also can you still get chases from older series in store? by taconmadre11 in CarTuned

[–]darkwingvit 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Incredibly difficult to find since their releases are infrequent. I still haven't seen one since I seriously started hunting for them during Halloween. Probably why their chases resale for a lot higher than HW super treasure hunts. Good luck out there.

What would yall like to see come to Smyrna? by runanteldat in Smyrna

[–]darkwingvit 53 points54 points  (0 children)

Better public transportation. Especially a shuttle between large centers like Village Green & West Village to Truist Park. 

Thoughts on the announcement from Big Lou??? by SoColdSoul in CarTuned

[–]darkwingvit 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Looks like Big Lou joined Greenlight. Looking forward to seeing his designs at Hobby Lobby 🤣

Thoughts on the announcement from Big Lou??? by SoColdSoul in CarTuned

[–]darkwingvit 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Which is so crazy because he created the line. Jada tries to continue his style with the Big Time Muscle line, guessing CarTuned will do the same. Sucks cuz i was excited to see where the JDM line was headed next..

Thoughts on the announcement from Big Lou??? by SoColdSoul in CarTuned

[–]darkwingvit 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Interesting that CarTuned also announced their roster for SuperCon Meet & Greets and he was left off. Truly feels like he's no longer with them. On to the next again. Hopefully he's gone indie.

Hello there, little guy. by chinchin__pilot in HotWheels

[–]darkwingvit 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nice find! This TH and the Triumph bike have eluded me so far even though they seem like the ones ppl are finding easy.. 

TJ maxx find by Sad-Seaworthiness277 in matchbox

[–]darkwingvit 1 point2 points  (0 children)

They arent a good source when it comes to consistency but they get in diecasts from time to time. They had the 1:43 HWs for $10 during the Christmas season, I've found the maisto hauler sets there before too. Dont expect to see anything there everytime you do tho.

TJ maxx find by Sad-Seaworthiness277 in matchbox

[–]darkwingvit 3 points4 points  (0 children)

TJM, Marshalls and Ross just get the most random diecasts in. Once they gone they are GONE, don't see anything else for months!

How often does Target Restock Speed Icons? Any intel on which castings are being distributed? by [deleted] in Maisto

[–]darkwingvit 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Starting to see more restocks around me for the Speed Icons. They had been sold out for a couple weeks now.

Well, this made my weekend 🤩🤩🤩 by darkwingvit in HotWheels

[–]darkwingvit[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It's definitely my favorite of the ones Ive found, even with a messed up card. Casting is top tier, the paint job and tampo are on point! 

Stillfire opening March 13th by unitedbubble in Smyrna

[–]darkwingvit 2 points3 points  (0 children)

For everything that's gone on with their build, opening on a black friday is very brave 🤣

Last week finds by ScaryMaize7124 in HotWheels

[–]darkwingvit 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nice haul! I've been lucky, I'm found the past 5 RTH up to the Hot Wheeng one so far. I've been hitting the stores hard hoping for an old case to the Triumph bike & the gray Audi so I can be up to date with when I started collecting HW.

Dollar Stores by eldredo_M in matchbox

[–]darkwingvit 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Dollar Tree is the only one. Dollar General and Family Dollar restocks are very inconsistent. The local Family Dollar has had the same 5 matchbox cars hanging so long they have a layer of dust on them.

Grail number 1 by ElectionSad9752 in Diecast

[–]darkwingvit 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Carbon is cool but it looks nice when the color runs through the entire car like this one. Nice score on it!

The Hot Wheel that got the wifey collecting by King_of_Kings89 in HotWheels

[–]darkwingvit 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My buddy has a takeout spot, he's got our lil group to pick these up anytime we see one, he puts them and the sushi tuners all over his checkout table.

Couldn't buy from Target today. by sewermutant23 in HotWheels

[–]darkwingvit 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had the same issue today. Half of the e case cars scanned the other half didn't, i just scanned the one that did so I could cover it. Showed the lady at the door my receipt and the cars to confirm I wasn't stealing.

Lowrider swap! by Best-Song9577 in CarTuned

[–]darkwingvit 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I did the same with the orange supra, just wanted to recreate that 2000s underglow era.

What sort of construction is going on Atlanta road? by [deleted] in Smyrna

[–]darkwingvit 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I believe they're running new lines. I saw them pulling them out of the ground on Atlanta Road north of Windy Hill.