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DeadCanDanceR · Jun 26th, 2005, 08:51 PM

I'm just wondering, how many of us, MINI owners, collect car models.

I've been collecting them since I was a boy. It all started back in the 60s with Matchbox and Corgi Toys models (my favourite model was the Green Hornet's "Black Beauty" (Corgi Toys)!). My parents say that I wanted nothing but toy cars when I was a boy!...Now, as a grown man, I'm still the same!

I still collect models, mostly 1:43s, and I have and cherish most of my old Corgis and Matchbox models...including Corgi Toy's "Black Beauty"!

Damo · Jun 26th, 2005, 09:50 PM

I can't post my vote as my option isnt there...

...I have about 50 1/18 models that I've been collecting since I was about 12 (not almost 25) so I'd hardly say I was just starting.

They're all in boxes at mo

In fact they have been since I moved house 2 years ago. Not gt anywhere to put them in new house yet

Think Im going to start collecting the 1/43 from now on.

ASTON · Jun 26th, 2005, 09:55 PM

i got lots and lots,but there all mini's.

DeadCanDanceR · Jun 26th, 2005, 10:15 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by Damo

I can't post my vote as my option isnt there...

...I have about 50 1/18 models that I've been collecting since I was about 12 (not almost 25) so I'd hardly say I was just starting.

They're all in boxes at mo

In fact they have been since I moved house 2 years ago. Not gt anywhere to put them in new house yet

Think Im going to start collecting the 1/43 from now on.

Well, maybe I should have added another option there! Sorry!

But, even if you're not starting your collection, maybe you could opt for the 4th poll option. It's pretty close. Isn't it?

Damo · Jun 26th, 2005, 10:19 PM

Done

DeadCanDanceR · Jun 26th, 2005, 10:37 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by Damo

Done

ScottyB · Jun 26th, 2005, 11:58 PM

Less than a hundred for me. I havent purchased one for quite a few years now.

Mainly collected limited edition stuff, or hard-to-come-by models, such as the UT McLaren F1's. I think I have about 30 or 40 models now, including all scales - and only 2 of them are MINIs

For shame Scotty, for shame

OZChris · Jun 27th, 2005, 03:52 AM

Although I am relatively a newbie, I'm a sucker for collecting models of cars that I own.

I have MINIs and Minis from very small (1:43) to large (1:8), both static and remote control one.

I also have a smal number of Austin Healey Sprites, esp Mk2A. I even have a Bugeye cookie jar

Otherwise, it's a random splattering from Porsche 356A, F1s, even an yellow RX8.

Chris

Ginger · Jun 27th, 2005, 07:13 AM

Yep, well over 100 - too many really lots of Minis and MINIS.
G

Smurfn · Jun 27th, 2005, 08:28 AM

We have a lot of matchbox and hotwheels cars, but they are all for the kids to play with

(except my St George cars)

MiniMinor · Jun 27th, 2005, 12:56 PM

Yes i do..

Have been seriously for about 15 years. Mainly modern supercars and F1 plus a few MINi's too

Dad's got quite a big Dinky collection too..

I'll post up some pics later.

mendel williams · Jun 27th, 2005, 04:57 PM

I collect cars and have about 800 ( but only a few Minis)

minisoopercooper · Jun 27th, 2005, 05:22 PM

I have been collecting MINI's since ordering mine

I did start collecting the Vanguard series of classic cars - got a few still where I used to live in Bath - must go and pick them up some time! Did buy 2 new editions of the Austin A35 ( my other car) a while ago.

pics attatched

Paul

Ady · Jun 27th, 2005, 05:48 PM

I do, much to my other half's dismay

. I collect Corgi 1/36 scale mini/MINIs only and currently have over 100 including various rare ones.

Ady

MinigalCS · Jun 27th, 2005, 06:12 PM

I've been collecting MINI's since I first placed my order.

tonywalk · Jun 27th, 2005, 06:32 PM

My option's not there either.

I collect models of the cars I have owned - when I can get hold of the model.

If anyone knows where I can get a Fiat Panda (red, later model with the full grille) from I would be very grateful.

Tony.

MiniMinor · Jun 27th, 2005, 06:35 PM

Few pics..

MiniMinor · Jun 27th, 2005, 06:37 PM

More..

DeadCanDanceR · Jun 28th, 2005, 08:55 PM

Nice collection miniminor!!! Would you also be able to post some pictures of your dad's old Dinky collection for us to see?

I bought a Matchbox MINI yesterday! I already had one (in blue and white), but the one I got yesterday is Liquid Yellow with Black!

MiniMinor · Jun 28th, 2005, 09:23 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by DeadCanDanceR

Nice collection miniminor!!! Would you also be able to post some pictures of your dad's old Dinky collection for us to see?

I bought a Matchbox MINI yesterday! I already had one (in blue and white), but the one I got yesterday is Liquid Yellow with Black!

Yeah sure

I'll take some tomorrow in the daylight. They are all in a cabinet so a little hard to see but i'll do my best

Few more of mine..

View Poll Results: Do MINI owners collect models?
Yes! I am a model collector (I have more than 100 models)!	16	19.75%
Yes! I am a model collector (I have more than 500 models)!	7	8.64%
Yes! I am a model collector (I have more than 1000 models)!	1	1.23%
I'm starting my collection (I have less than 100)!	19	23.46%
I only collect MINI models.	23	28.40%
I only keep my childhood models but don't buy models anymore.	7	8.64%
I don't collect models!	8	9.88%
Voters: 81. You may not vote on this poll

Jun 26th, 2005, 08:51 PM	#1
DeadCanDanceR ...viva MINI...!!! Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Guadalajara, México Local Time: 05:25 AM Posts: 18,874 Offline	Do MINI owners collect car models? I'm just wondering, how many of us, MINI owners, collect car models. I've been collecting them since I was a boy. It all started back in the 60s with Matchbox and Corgi Toys models (my favourite model was the Green Hornet's "Black Beauty" (Corgi Toys)!). My parents say that I wanted nothing but toy cars when I was a boy!...Now, as a grown man, I'm still the same! I still collect models, mostly 1:43s, and I have and cherish most of my old Corgis and Matchbox models...including Corgi Toy's "Black Beauty"!

Jun 26th, 2005, 09:50 PM	#2 (permalink)
Damo Disillusioned with MINI2 My Classifieds Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: MINItorque.com Local Time: 11:25 AM Posts: 10,561 Online	I can't post my vote as my option isnt there... ...I have about 50 1/18 models that I've been collecting since I was about 12 (not almost 25) so I'd hardly say I was just starting. They're all in boxes at mo In fact they have been since I moved house 2 years ago. Not gt anywhere to put them in new house yet Think Im going to start collecting the 1/43 from now on. North West Rolling Road Day 26th July LINK NOW FIXED!

Jun 26th, 2005, 10:19 PM	#5 (permalink)
Damo Disillusioned with MINI2 My Classifieds Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: MINItorque.com Local Time: 11:25 AM Posts: 10,561 Online	Done North West Rolling Road Day 26th July LINK NOW FIXED!

Jun 26th, 2005, 11:58 PM	#7 (permalink)
ScottyB Take me down to Paradise My Classifieds Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: David McGhan's World Local Time: 08:25 PM Posts: 190,817 Offline	Less than a hundred for me. I havent purchased one for quite a few years now. Mainly collected limited edition stuff, or hard-to-come-by models, such as the UT McLaren F1's. I think I have about 30 or 40 models now, including all scales - and only 2 of them are MINIs For shame Scotty, for shame - Global Moderator - MY BLOG - Global Procrastinator - ... You're considering hiring me for your latex salesman ...

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Jun 26th, 2005, 09:55 PM	#3 (permalink)
ASTON A mini is a way of life. My Classifieds Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: South Wales Local Time: 11:25 AM Posts: 2,750 Offline	i got lots and lots,but there all mini's.

Jun 26th, 2005, 10:15 PM	#4 (permalink)
DeadCanDanceR ...viva MINI...!!! Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Guadalajara, México Local Time: 05:25 AM Posts: 18,874 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by Damo I can't post my vote as my option isnt there... ...I have about 50 1/18 models that I've been collecting since I was about 12 (not almost 25) so I'd hardly say I was just starting. They're all in boxes at mo In fact they have been since I moved house 2 years ago. Not gt anywhere to put them in new house yet Think Im going to start collecting the 1/43 from now on. Well, maybe I should have added another option there! Sorry! But, even if you're not starting your collection, maybe you could opt for the 4th poll option. It's pretty close. Isn't it?

Jun 26th, 2005, 10:37 PM	#6 (permalink)
DeadCanDanceR ...viva MINI...!!! Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Guadalajara, México Local Time: 05:25 AM Posts: 18,874 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by Damo Done

Jun 27th, 2005, 03:52 AM	#8 (permalink)
OZChris MINI2 Master Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Melbourne, Australia Local Time: 08:25 PM Posts: 2,557 Offline	Although I am relatively a newbie, I'm a sucker for collecting models of cars that I own. I have MINIs and Minis from very small (1:43) to large (1:8), both static and remote control one. I also have a smal number of Austin Healey Sprites, esp Mk2A. I even have a Bugeye cookie jar Otherwise, it's a random splattering from Porsche 356A, F1s, even an yellow RX8. Chris

Jun 27th, 2005, 07:13 AM	#9 (permalink)
Ginger Lovin my iPod Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Back darn sarf Local Time: 10:25 AM Posts: 2,002 Offline	Yep, well over 100 - too many really lots of Minis and MINIS. G

Jun 27th, 2005, 08:28 AM	#10 (permalink)
Smurfn Smurfing Around Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Newcastle, NSW Local Time: 08:25 PM Posts: 42,615 Offline	We have a lot of matchbox and hotwheels cars, but they are all for the kids to play with (except my St George cars) http://www.flickr.com/photos/cheezelsmurf/

Jun 27th, 2005, 12:56 PM	#11 (permalink)
MiniMinor Ahh well, onwards.. Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Warwick Avenue Local Time: 11:25 AM Posts: 85,163 Offline	Yes i do.. Have been seriously for about 15 years. Mainly modern supercars and F1 plus a few MINi's too Dad's got quite a big Dinky collection too.. I'll post up some pics later.

Jun 27th, 2005, 04:57 PM	#12 (permalink)
mendel williams MINI2 Senior Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: St Helens , UK Local Time: 10:25 AM Posts: 679 Offline	I collect cars and have about 800 ( but only a few Minis)

Jun 27th, 2005, 05:22 PM	#13 (permalink)
minisoopercooper Me again Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Bristol Local Time: 11:25 AM Posts: 19,503 Offline	I have been collecting MINI's since ordering mine I did start collecting the Vanguard series of classic cars - got a few still where I used to live in Bath - must go and pick them up some time! Did buy 2 new editions of the Austin A35 ( my other car) a while ago. pics attatched Paul Attached Thumbnails ↑↑↑ - Click me for the event of the year. - ↑↑↑

Jun 27th, 2005, 05:48 PM	#14 (permalink)
Ady Tinkering In The Garage Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Midlands, Uk Local Time: 11:25 AM Posts: 2,257 Offline	I do, much to my other half's dismay . I collect Corgi 1/36 scale mini/MINIs only and currently have over 100 including various rare ones. Ady

Jun 27th, 2005, 06:12 PM	#15 (permalink)
MinigalCS MINI2 Newbie Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Ohio Local Time: 06:25 AM Posts: 18 Offline	I've been collecting MINI's since I first placed my order.

Jun 27th, 2005, 06:32 PM	#16 (permalink)
tonywalk MINI2 Newbie Join Date: May 2004 Local Time: 11:25 AM Posts: 19 Offline	My option's not there either. I collect models of the cars I have owned - when I can get hold of the model. If anyone knows where I can get a Fiat Panda (red, later model with the full grille) from I would be very grateful. Tony. Now: (unnamed as yet) is a 55 MCS EBlue+Chili Previous: VBH was a 52 MC Chili red+Chili

Jun 27th, 2005, 06:35 PM	#17 (permalink)
MiniMinor Ahh well, onwards.. Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Warwick Avenue Local Time: 11:25 AM Posts: 85,163 Offline	Few pics.. Attached Thumbnails

Jun 27th, 2005, 06:37 PM	#18 (permalink)
MiniMinor Ahh well, onwards.. Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Warwick Avenue Local Time: 11:25 AM Posts: 85,163 Offline	More.. Attached Thumbnails

Jun 28th, 2005, 08:55 PM	#19 (permalink)
DeadCanDanceR ...viva MINI...!!! Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Guadalajara, México Local Time: 05:25 AM Posts: 18,874 Offline	Nice collection miniminor!!! Would you also be able to post some pictures of your dad's old Dinky collection for us to see? I bought a Matchbox MINI yesterday! I already had one (in blue and white), but the one I got yesterday is Liquid Yellow with Black!

Jun 28th, 2005, 09:23 PM	#20 (permalink)
MiniMinor Ahh well, onwards.. Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Warwick Avenue Local Time: 11:25 AM Posts: 85,163 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by DeadCanDanceR Nice collection miniminor!!! Would you also be able to post some pictures of your dad's old Dinky collection for us to see? I bought a Matchbox MINI yesterday! I already had one (in blue and white), but the one I got yesterday is Liquid Yellow with Black! Yeah sure I'll take some tomorrow in the daylight. They are all in a cabinet so a little hard to see but i'll do my best Few more of mine.. Attached Thumbnails