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Tomica Limited Vintage 2016; Scheduled Releases for 2016
Topic Started: Dec 14 2015, 11:37 AM (3,387 Views)
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66alfa_gtv
Dec 14 2015, 01:20 PM
I just purchased the first two Alfas, and now there are 4 more coming! Fantastic!
:wub: :petkitty: :02: alfa romeo heaven for you and all other fans ,thanks,please more from Italy :wave: :02: :fiddle: :bangles: :bored: :1:
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Dexter 2.0
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I like the Nissan Prairie, the car was to the space concept of time out before.
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Can I just say that I'm a little disappointed with TLV's offerings for 2016 so far? Today they just announced another version of the GT-R, 2-door Leopard and the Isuzu Gemini for the Neo series, and I didn't see anything for the original vintage series. I feel like there's a lot less "new" stuff and what is coming out is mostly just rehashing the castings they already have, when they used to introduce a fully-new casting every other month on average.

http://www.tomytec.co.jp/minicar/items/pdf/newitem_20160114_01.pdf

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Jan 5 2016, 06:58 PM
I like the Nissan Prairie, the car was to the space concept of time out before.
:wub: :lol: :o I think also,nice new oldys :petkitty: :1: :fiddle: :bangles: :blush: :1:
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I just ordered the red and green Alfas.
I really hope they do the earlier model like my real car. Two headlights and the step-nose front end would be much loved in my collecting world. For now, these will do wonderfully.
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June!

LV-N125a/b Isuzu Gemini Patio (love them!)

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LV-N116b/c Nissan GT-R Premium Edition

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LV-N119c/d Nissan Leopard 3.0 Ultima Turbo

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Nissan Silvia Super Silhouette 1983

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toyotageek
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the_weatherman
Jan 14 2016, 05:18 PM
Can I just say that I'm a little disappointed with TLV's offerings for 2016 so far? Today they just announced another version of the GT-R, 2-door Leopard and the Isuzu Gemini for the Neo series, and I didn't see anything for the original vintage series. I feel like there's a lot less "new" stuff and what is coming out is mostly just rehashing the castings they already have, when they used to introduce a fully-new casting every other month on average.

http://www.tomytec.co.jp/minicar/items/pdf/newitem_20160114_01.pdf

I'm okay with the line-up. And I'm okay with the way they are presenting them.
I'm not certain about the years being represented, but there are enough minor differences where I think it is neat to see the changes that took place.

LV-N23 ISUZU GEMINI (1985?)
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LV-N125 Isuzu Gemini Patio (1987?)
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LV-N50 Isuzu Gemini ZZ/R (1986?)
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I just find it somewhat funny that when a company doesn't make each year of a vehicle, the collectors complain and want each and every year and model variation... and when a company does provide the variations, there are collectors that aren't happy because the same car keeps being redone over & over.

I personally feel Tomytec is doing a good job all around.
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RiveraNotario
Jan 16 2016, 10:53 PM
June!

Thanks for updating with the latest photos! :thumbup:
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toyotageek
Jan 17 2016, 02:57 AM
RiveraNotario
Jan 16 2016, 10:53 PM
June!

Thanks for updating with the latest photos! :thumbup:
You are welcome! Yes, I think it is 1987: http://www.tomytec.co.jp/minicar/lineup/tlvn/lvn125.html

I like that TLV is doing new variations of old models. I just hope this doesn't mean we don't keep getting more new castings... there are still so many cars to choose from! I also dream of TLV making export versions of this Isuzu. I want a Chevrolet Gemini like those popular in Chile back in the day :toy:
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toyotageek
Jan 17 2016, 02:56 AM
the_weatherman
Jan 14 2016, 05:18 PM
Can I just say that I'm a little disappointed with TLV's offerings for 2016 so far? Today they just announced another version of the GT-R, 2-door Leopard and the Isuzu Gemini for the Neo series, and I didn't see anything for the original vintage series. I feel like there's a lot less "new" stuff and what is coming out is mostly just rehashing the castings they already have, when they used to introduce a fully-new casting every other month on average.

http://www.tomytec.co.jp/minicar/items/pdf/newitem_20160114_01.pdf

I'm okay with the line-up. And I'm okay with the way they are presenting them.
I'm not certain about the years being represented, but there are enough minor differences where I think it is neat to see the changes that took place.

LV-N23 ISUZU GEMINI (1985?)
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LV-N125 Isuzu Gemini Patio (1987?)
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Also,
LV-N50 Isuzu Gemini ZZ/R (1986?)
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I just find it somewhat funny that when a company doesn't make each year of a vehicle, the collectors complain and want each and every year and model variation... and when a company does provide the variations, there are collectors that aren't happy because the same car keeps being redone over & over.

I personally feel Tomytec is doing a good job all around.
:1: :fiddle: :bangles: :flame: BEAUTYS :toy: :petkitty: :1: :fiddle: :duh:
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toyotageek
Jan 17 2016, 02:56 AM
the_weatherman
Jan 14 2016, 05:18 PM
Can I just say that I'm a little disappointed with TLV's offerings for 2016 so far? Today they just announced another version of the GT-R, 2-door Leopard and the Isuzu Gemini for the Neo series, and I didn't see anything for the original vintage series. I feel like there's a lot less "new" stuff and what is coming out is mostly just rehashing the castings they already have, when they used to introduce a fully-new casting every other month on average.

http://www.tomytec.co.jp/minicar/items/pdf/newitem_20160114_01.pdf

I'm okay with the line-up. And I'm okay with the way they are presenting them.
I'm not certain about the years being represented, but there are enough minor differences where I think it is neat to see the changes that took place.

LV-N23 ISUZU GEMINI (1985?)
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LV-N125 Isuzu Gemini Patio (1987?)
Posted Image

Also,
LV-N50 Isuzu Gemini ZZ/R (1986?)
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I just find it somewhat funny that when a company doesn't make each year of a vehicle, the collectors complain and want each and every year and model variation... and when a company does provide the variations, there are collectors that aren't happy because the same car keeps being redone over & over.

I personally feel Tomytec is doing a good job all around.
LV-N50 is a first gen Gemini built on an FR platform. The TLV model I think represents either an 83 or 84.

The other versions represent the second gen built on an FF platform. Both versions are 87+ as they carry the facelifted front ends. I have no clue what the "Patio" version is but I presume they're just different trim levels. I am debating skipping the new yellow and blue release; I haven't skipped a TLV release in a while now!
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Photos by AmiAmi of a recent hobby show:

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Nissan President H150 (1965-73)

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Nissan Skyline R34 sedan

To be released "During Fiscal Year 2016".

Source URL, including more photos of the display: http://news.amiami.jp/event/2016/01/17809.html
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zzziippyyy
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Drive it like you stole it!
Whats the best place to buy these online?
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Whats the best place to buy these online?


Japan Booster has a shop on eBay. I have bought several items from them. Shipping costs are fair, selection is great, and they arrive quickly.
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66alfa_gtv
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I received my red and green Alfas from Japan Booster this morning. They are simply amazing little creations, and there are two more releases next month. Long live TLV!
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zzziippyyy
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66alfa_gtv
Jan 27 2016, 12:04 PM
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Whats the best place to buy these online?


Japan Booster has a shop on eBay. I have bought several items from them. Shipping costs are fair, selection is great, and they arrive quickly.
Thanks so I am searching for vendor Japan booster correct
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zzziippyyy: Here's a link to Japan Booster's Ebay page:
http://stores.ebay.com/JAPAN-BOOSTER

Ami-Ami is usually cheaper though, particularly if you preorder:
www.amiami.com
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66alfa_gtv
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Yup, Ami-Amii is a couple dollars cheaper. I pre-ordered the next two Alfas from them.
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Jan 28 2016, 04:39 PM
zzziippyyy: Here's a link to Japan Booster's Ebay page:
http://stores.ebay.com/JAPAN-BOOSTER

Ami-Ami is usually cheaper though, particularly if you preorder:
www.amiami.com
Thank you very much I appreciate you taking the time to post the link! :)
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