The author reminisces about Saturday morning cartoons, particularly the original Hot Wheels cartoon from 1969 to 1971, which sparked controversy for being deemed a long commercial. They discuss how children’s programming changed over the decades, noting a decline in toy-based shows following FCC complaints and a resurgence in the 1980s after deregulation.
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The Grandstands: Sitting It Out…Literally
The author expresses frustration over difficulties in acquiring sufficient spectator figures for pit row grandstands. Despite initially ordering what seemed like adequate quantities, most figures turned out to be standing rather than sitting. They are navigating an array of confusing scale descriptions from various sellers, using a “shotgun” approach to resolve the issue.
T.o.t.L.O. E6: “Hot Rods To Hell” (1967)
Hot Rods To Hell is a cult classic film that contrasts post-war conformity with the shifting cultural landscape of the late 1960s. Featuring iconic cars and hammy performances, it follows the Phillips family as they face violent hot-rodders on their road trip. Initially intended for TV, it later garnered attention in drive-ins.
5th GET-BACKS Report: Classic Yatming Classics (Minus 1, Unfortunately)
The author reflects on the nostalgia of collecting vintage Yatming die-cast cars from childhood, discussing the struggle to reacquire a specific trio for the “Get-Backs” project. While they successfully found two models, the elusive Ford Galaxie remains missing. The post emphasizes the increasing value and rarity of these toys over time.
NEW BUILDS: A Pair of Classy Cruisers Built For LOOKS
Since purchasing and building cars for my collection has slowed to a fraction of what it once was due to my having acquired about everything I want (or everything I’m willing to pay market prices for, at least), I haven’t had a lot to write about over the last few months in terms of addingContinue reading “NEW BUILDS: A Pair of Classy Cruisers Built For LOOKS”