Lamley Sunday Showcase: Is Tomica Limited Vintage still the gold standard in 1/64?

You have asked for more Tomica Limited Vintage videos, and I totally agree. So let's catch up. A full showcase of the models released the last few months, with a chat about the brand. Where do you stand on TLV?
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[@1ChilledDude]

I recognise TLV are known for their overall attention to detail on all their models. But it's ultimately their main focus on stock trim, early era JDM vehicles that really sets them apart. If I'm looking for stock 60s, 70s or 80s JDM 1/64 diecast this is the brand I will always turn to. There aren't many diecast brands that can lay claim to all cars in their line-up having perfect rollability, nor the consistent level of quality that TLV very clearly maintains.

[@JohnBR99]

Tomica Limited Vintage Showcases are Back !!!! Every now and then i refer back to your old videos for detailed looks at some of the models i'm getting, So happy to have these back !!!!

[@PhilipDjaferis]

I wish they did more 'foreign' brands, but as a Lancia fan am very pleased they produced the epic Thema 8.32 (Ferrari) and Delta Integrale ;-) A little expensive overall

[@hanyue6174]

imo a minimum foreign brands within TLV is better imo. best thing about TLV is the stuff not many brands do like those small Kei cars or japanese mini vans. would take the Mazda Bongo Van over the skyline lol

[@davidbeeson1178]

TLV is my second favorite diecast to collect and is to Lesney Matchbox. The 400 R's are absolutely perfect, I was super stoked to add them to my TLV display cases. Great show sir

[@jima1924]

The cars are incredible but the windows on these cars are phenomenal so clean to perfection ❤😎👍

[@Wesley_C]

That 400R R33 is looked so phenomenal, very well done work, look at that castings though.

[@MaximusOverdrive]

TLV always putting out top notch product-but with brands like Mini GT and Tarmac, their price point is becoming hard to justify.

[@arongecseg3523]

What is the price difference approximately?

[@MaximusOverdrive]

Varies depending on the model, but you could spend over $60 more on a TLV compared to a Mini GT.

[@jimsmagnificentminiaturemo3235]

I agree, especially since they have such a limited range of new models in comparison to Mini GT. For example, how many examples of the R35 or the Mazda RX-7, or for that, matter, these station wagons/estates do we really need? And at these prices? I picked up the 400R because for a change, it felt fresh and new but at these prices it really is hard to pick these over not only Mini GTs but offerings from other brands like Pop Race and Tarmac Works.

[@kevinb_45]

I became more selective with my TLV purchases after getting into MiniGT and Tarmac Works. TLV is great for their diorama sets, work vehicles, and for getting some “commuter-type” cars if you’re wanting to make a realistic display of some kind.

[@cj41079]

Tomica details is insane, 400R is epic ❤

[@atgvideo1]

It’s been a while since I seen a TLV video with comment from the man himself. Loving this.

[@bobbyjones2112]

Everyone of those were awesome the little out of my league, though that’s for sure, but they are so beautiful!

[@StewartBremner]

Honestly, I go for the lesser known street cars on these. I've seen enough sports cards elsewhere.

[@rorroryusoul]

Very cool video lamley group

[@BullRunRoad30]

That 410 Bluebird is the bomb!

[@ThisMayContainNuts]

Yeeesss! I've missed the TLV videos!

[@abrahampadilla6578]

Full videos for TLV❤

[@Marco-pt2hs]

TLV is still the best IMO, the Mazda RX-7 Spirit R is just perfection, hopefully you'll do a showcase of it one day

[@ciscodeer9094]

Those are really nice

[@itachisenpaix3]

Tomica makes some amazing models 👏😆👏🤩

[@dwe4]

Are they expensive? Yes. Are they expensive relative to other “premium” brands? Perhaps. Are they expensive relative to RLC prices? Hmmm. Interesting point. They exist to serve a completely different purpose and market, but loving RLC puts these sort of on my radar from a price perspective.

[@hanyue6174]

lol hot wheels RLC is probably the most overpriced out of all diecasts. not going to lie i collect them because they look. RLC would look so much better with clear parts for the lights, heck even Mini GT which is much cheaper has clear plastic parts for the lights

[@zyan_TW]

The silver GTR Nismo had an additional R logo on the rear end that don't suppose be there.

[@kagurazakabg04]

If you guys still thinking about TLVN prices, don't forget why theirs models always being the cars that mostly appeared in Japan, not all around the global

[@shaun3744]

20 year Anniversary for TLV

[@pier-lucgaranddion1527]

They have been and still are my gold standard for sure. I don't want you to stop covering Hot Wheels, Matchbox and Mini GT, but I DO want you to cover Tomica TVL(N) 1000% more please.

[@RKtoys_diecast]

Waow, awesome diecast 👍👍👍😍😍😍😍

[@javierzila3200]

Aquí en Argentina son muy difíciles de ver, y si traen alguno, son imposibles de comprar.

[@aguszheng5340]

Most Tomica products I had collected tend to develop paint bubbles. Very frustating.

[@hanyue6174]

i assume you live in parts of asia, thats probably why your getting paint bubbles. TLV just doesn't last over there.

[@eefm99]

For the price I'd go for INNO64, they already have the 400R (although it's not perfect), and recently introduced de GT-R (R35), which in my opinion beats the TLV-N. And for cheaper.

[@drzautoscale]

And still, TLV is the GOAT for scale model cars.

[@eefm99]

@@drzautoscale I'd take an INNO any day. TLV-N is great, but they're too expensive and at that price they still have some flaws (*cof* mirrors *cof*) Great? Yes Overrated? Yes

[@drzautoscale]

@@eefm99 and TLV is too risky for its thin paint finishes, that's why I always consider buying it. INNO makes a biggest step up after being roasted by their competitor few years back. Can't wait for their Nissan R89C in next few months.

[@projectplight]

Its very model specific. Their R32 is pretty great but others can be hit and miss. Their NSXs are too low for something with stock wheels and their R34 shape is a touch out of proportion, compared to say, Kyosho. As for the 400R, TLVN is far and away the best, better than the generally more expensive IG models and blow the inno out of the water.

[@hanyue6174]

@@drzautoscale the paint issue is only really concern if you live in a country that is consistently hot and humid, seen someone from Thailand that had a F40 rot in a very very short period of time. here in australia have no issues with the paint

[@javierzila3200]

Me esta explotando el cerebro🤯

[@Giratina575]

They are pretty good. But I think MiniGT has definitely knocked them down a peg due to the price point to detail ratio along with the sheer variety of cars and models that MiniGT is doing.

[@bobbyjones2112]

The yellow emergency vehicle would look great with some 22’s on it!😂 I’m definitely gonna have to try that brand because they look really accurate!

[@voodoodiecast]

I don’t understand why the need of gigantic box for their “product” lol. All it gives you is a cool diecast car and a large chunk of plastic. Never had TLV-N since 2019. Hard to justify the price as well despite being super crisp in details.

[@Awnan]

I think Mini GT could compete with TLV quality wise, but they obviously make different kinds of cars with Mini GT being hypercars and race cars and TLV being JDM.

[@qwerty975]

MiniGT is also into JDM however on more modern stuff like GR Supra or LB Works. A bit different part of JDM

[@rxmoneytalk]

Do more White Gloves

[@rodhalligan5136]

I have had a Red 365 Spider for at least 6 months - what are you talking about

[@gcntech9071]

The R35 carbon hood design is obviously out of scale that ruins the cast, actually it could better not to use that carbon design at all. The Toyota Apex and the RX7 are awesome! I hope I can find the Gtr 400R and compare them with excellent already INNO ones!

[@hanyue6174]

totally agree. the earlier released TLV R35s had a rather large carbon pattern. the newly released ones they've change the carbon weave. looks more smaller and more realistic

[@jimsmagnificentminiaturemo3235]

Don't forget the truck tires on the R35. They look ridiculous.

[@rodhalligan5136]

And the Berlinetta - seriously - I keep saying I am not going to watch you and I give you one more chance - and I regret it so much

[@michaelteret4763]

To me, TLV is still the best, much better than RLC for the price. I just wish they were a bit cheaper…

[@hanyue6174]

as a unbiased opinion i actually enjoy collecting TLV, have several hundred of them. are they the gold standard probably not, however out of all the premium diecasts TLV definitely has the best paint due to its thiness, however it doesn't last in a fair few asian countries like thailand, indonesia etc other brands like Inno have better detailing in some parts some cars in the TLV range are somewhat incorrect such as the Altezza the wheels are concaved out and are somewhat too large, also the F355 TLV wheels are completely flat, the irony here is the cheaper F355 tomica premium has more correct wheels Tomytec also is questionable lazy in some aspects, the Ferrari Daytona TLV is a brilliant casting however the engine bay is just rubbish.

[@BlutigerKeksFTW]

Tomica lvn are the best detailed Cars in 1/64

[@smallmodelcollector]

I would rank TLV towards the bottom of the pile since they still make models like its 10 years ago but charge more than modern brands. Inno64, Tarmac, and the endless illegal Chinese brands have more details. LCD completely blows the brand away and are licensed, but resin models blow away anything diecast. I like the brand for the old classic JDM cars which no other brand will touch.

[@alexander1485]

Its GTS4 🤦

[@nidalonso8692]

I feel that John is slowly losing the passion and spark he's always had for the hobby.

[@jaysonmcewen4056]

What makes you say that?

[@nidalonso8692]

@jaysonmcewen4056 The 2023 Lamley Awards (low-res and late live video) compared to 2022. The "purge" videos, regardless of what he says, are due to space reasons. He hasn't been posting many long, detailed videos like the one you're watching. These are my reasons, and I might be wrong.

[@fwfefrtefdv4719]

TLV always has paint rashes appear on its surface

[@nathanjoseph4284]

I couldn't care less about Tomica Limited Vintage because they cost an arm and a leg to buy for just one diecast vehicle, and they are not even sold in my country (United States). Waste of money in my opinion. Greenlight, Johnny Lighting and M2 Machines are the way to go.

[@nathanjoseph4284]

But I do understand that Tomica Limited Vintage are extremely detailed and there may be diecast enthusiasts that are willing to pay for these. So I think that these may not be for everyone...

[@PlatinumNath]

Even the Asians also think TLVN is fucking overpriced as shit, especially adding to the fact it has some issues like paint bubbling being rampant among collectors. MiniGT even if not all to exact scale has better durability and exudes nearly the same amount of details for a fraction of the price, plus all cars having mirrors already in place and made of rubber which means no immediate risk of fracture. Autoworld has very nice amount of details, also for a fraction of the price of TLVN, though mostly American cars. Kyosho Diecasts and Konami Diecasts have the same amount of variety like TLVN for cheaper, has good amount of details, and lasts well - even have their own stand to display them on. Inno64 and Tarmac Works Hobby/Global may not be mostly rollable but they have pretty competitive details. M2 Machines have some QC issues but yeah they're pretty nice too, lots of separate details for it's price. JL also has some quality issues for it's modern line and fitment and styling isnt quite right on some cars, but they're also quite collectible, for a fraction of TLVN price. Greenlight is the most value for money, putting details up with somehow cheap price listings, making one wonder how they're doing premium stuff for the price of a mid range Hotwheels.

[@cunderthunt]

They aren’t the best! If I’m paying that price the hood should open and have a detailed engine bay!

[@user-yq2by9jq7y]

虽然各方面都很好，但是后尾翼那巨大的固定桩实在是有失水准，没有活动部件也让人遗憾，之前有做的不错的先例 但在400R如此重要的车款上没有做好实在让人遗憾