M2 1969 Dodge Charger Daytona 440

In 1969 Dodge released the Charger Daytona, an "aero car" designed to run at NASCAR races. At the time NASCAR required the entrants to drive true stock cars, and Dodge sold enough Daytonas to qualify under the rules. The Daytona was the first NASCAR car to break 200 mph. Here is the M2 version of this legendary car, equipped with the 440 V8.

M2 1966 Corvette 427

Target had this on clearance for $1.25, so I was glad to snag it. I have a few M2 castings, and I appreciate the variety they have. The details on this are impressive for the scale, and I like the knock-off rims, the tampos, and the quality of the paint. The opening doors look out of scale, which isn't surprising, but the over all look is great.

M2 Detroit Muscle - 1969 Plymouth 'Cuda 440

I was able to snag a few M2 Machine models from Target on clearance. For a little more than the cost of a Hot Wheels mainline - these were on clearance for $1.25. I'm not a huge fan of the opening features, as the hood here doesn't seem to close completely. For the price, especially on clearance, this is a great example of a classic MOPAR.

M2 1965 Ford Falcon Club Wagon

Here is M2 Machines' 1965 Ford Falcon Club Wagon from the Wild Cards line. I love late model vans, and M2 did a great job on this one.

M2 1959 Volkswagen Double Cab Truck - USA Model - Walmart exclusive

M2 Machines has done an admirable job with its Volkswagen Double Cab series sold through Walmart. Here is the 1959 Volkswagen Double Cab Truck USA Model. Looks great with its stock rims and the authentic paint scheme. Would have loved to have found one of the chase pieces, but no such luck.

M2 1959 Volkswagen Double Cab Truck USA model - Walmart exclusive

M2 has released a new series of Volkswagen Double Cab trucks exclusively through Walmart. At almost $6 a pop, they are a little pricey (as compared to the basic Hot Wheels). But these models look really, really good. Here is the 1959 Volkswagen Double Cab truck with a customized look. The paint may be correct for the period, but the wheels are definitely not stock. This could be the cherry red with black, but I'm terrible at telling.

Happy Fourth of July, part 4

Time to show off some patriot-themed die-cast.

Merry Christmas (ish)

This post is obviously overdue. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays. Time to share M2's 1960 Ford C-600 semi truck and trailer in Moon Pie livery. Included was a bonus 1949 Studebaker 2R pick-up, also with Moon Pie tampos. The Studebaker came with bent axles and warped tires, so I've contacted M2 Castline to attempt to correct this. The antifreeze green works great for the Holidays.

Castline M2 1968 Plymouth Barracuda Hemi - Walmart exclusive

I'm a big MOPAR fan, so was happy to add this model to my collection. M2 does a good job on this casting, but I would have preferred non-operational doors. The passenger side door especially seems out of whack. Don't know enough about drag racing to know if this is based on a real car - I think that SS/B means super stock B class, but not even sure of that.

M2 Machines 1957 VW Beetle Deluxe European Model

I love a quirky compact car, and the classic VW Beetle certainly fits the bill. M2 Machines does a great case recreating the feel of the VW. I love the subtle shading for the retracted cloth top, and the well done tampos for the details, including the lights. The model is delicate, so suitable only for display.

M2 Machines 1965 Ford Econoline Van - Shelby

Got this at Walmart a day or so ago. I love sixties era vehicles, especially the average work-a-day ones. I love the boxy looks of this van, and love the details M2 crafted it with. The Ford hubcaps, the front grill and headlights, and the overall paint scheme makes this one a winner. I saw only 2 examples in the store, and both were in Shelby livery. I'm hoping a version for a plumber, or one of the Bell Telephone Companies, is released.