[jazzy426]

My curious mind makes we wonder about the choices for product going to Costco and others.
Is it because of large stacks of unsold models?

I doubt those are unsold or returns since both Costco and Sam's CLub each receives own special packaging. Assuming those are unsold and being returned to factory someone would need to repack them. The stock looks fresh every year with recent releases, or older models in new lick of paint. They probably want to make their stock looks fresh and attractive and you will always find some interesting colour choices on some of the older re-released models. Those eye popping colours makes me want to snag a few each time i walk past them but i've learned to resist the urge 😆

From experience, i think each wave comes with about 13 or 14 different models. With assortments of Europeans, healthy mix of old and new Americans, couple of trucks, SUV or police cars... and not forgetting the Datsun 240Z and Nissan 350Z 😁

It’s wild seeing the 993. I had a light blue one back in maybe 1996-7. I had it under my bed and my Mom stepped on it and broke the windshield frame.

The 993 Cabrio is an interesting choice for this year. If I remember correctly those rims have a slightly different shade of grey compares to the old one? I would be quite tempted to pick one up if i dont already have the cabrio made by UT models.

 

[MikeyMcFly]

The 993 Cabrio is an interesting choice for this year. If I remember correctly those rims have a slightly different shade of grey compares to the old one? I would be quite tempted to pick one up if i dont already have the cabrio made by UT models.

It matches my memory of the wheels from my blue one. If it was a coupe I’d buy another one out of principle for how cheap it is.

Given how popular the AA Diablo is I’m shocked they haven’t re-released theirs. They did the regular, anniversary and Jota if memory serves.

 

[jazzy426]

It matches my memory of the wheels from my blue one. If it was a coupe I’d buy another one out of principle for how cheap it is.

Given how popular the AA Diablo is I’m shocked they haven’t re-released theirs. They did the regular, anniversary and Jota if memory serves.

They did the black Diablo SV couple years ago. I had the exact same one previously and sold it so wasn't planning on re-acquiring it. However I think i would be keen if they do a green 30SE or perhaps a blue Jota.

 

[NissanMustang]

A few scores from my local Sam’s! I’m really hyped that I found the Smokey and the Bandit lookalike Trans Am!

 

[kevinb120]

6 pack of 1:43 F1. Went with red of course...

 

[Zubwithcars]

6 pack of 1:43 F1. Went with red of course...
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Saw these from my last visit and was planning to buy them. Is the quality good? I'd hope so seeming Bburago does have a decent standard.

 

[jazzy426]

Saw these from my last visit and was planning to buy them. Is the quality good? I'd hope so seeming Bburago does have a decent standard.

I think they are pretty decent. I am not into F1 so didn;t bothered but I reckon they are on par with most other budget 1/43s and definitely worth a look.

 

[jazzy426]

A few scores from my local Sam’s! I’m really hyped that I found the Smokey and the Bandit lookalike Trans Am!

The black/gold Trans Am looks better than the blue one IMO. Costco only has the blue one so great if you happen to have both Sam's and Costco in your city, and can pick the one which you really like. I've seen news about Sam's already received their 2nd wave which includes the AM Valkyrie. I defnitely won't mind one at Costco's price. Still patiently waiting for our local Costco store to receive the 2nd shipment.

 

[MikeyMcFly]

For those who have access to BJ's Wholesale Clubs they have the black / gold TA. I just bought a pair, one to check out and then one to (hopefully) flip to offset.

I'll have to check out Costco with the wife sometime as I think I'd like the blue TA to mess around with as a cheap way to dip my toe into the modding world. A set of GMP/ACME Drag wheels, some rear spring work and I can get that classic air shocked 80s street machine vibe.

 

[onlycertainman]

Did the 1:18s arrive in Costco UK, I see nothing online or reported by anyone?

 

[Neilyp81]

Did the 1:18s arrive in Costco UK, I see nothing online or reported by anyone?

I called my local Costco in Aberdeen yesterday and the woman told me that they’re scheduled to be in store on the 14th of September but the arrival date has already been pushed back a couple of times

 

[Zubwithcars]

Did the 1:18s arrive in Costco UK, I see nothing online or reported by anyone?

For the Thurrock store, they get them on the 10th or the 11th

 

[Neilyp81]

For the Thurrock store, they get them on the 10th or the 11th

The 11th was what I was told aswell when I phoned a couple of weeks ago but like I say the date seems to keep getting pushed back for some reason 🤷🏻‍♂️

 

[onlycertainman]

The 11th was what I was told aswell when I phoned a couple of weeks ago but like I say the date seems to keep getting pushed back for some reason 🤷🏻‍♂️

Nowt in Costco Reading today

 

[BK1]

For those who have access to BJ's Wholesale Clubs they have the black / gold TA. I just bought a pair, one to check out and then one to (hopefully) flip to offset.

Costco also carries the black/gold TA.

 

[MikeyMcFly]

Costco also carries the black/gold TA.

I went to my local Costco to snag a blue TA (I want to build a 70-80s "Street Machine" out of it) and they had no Maisto at all. (sad trombone)

Hopefully closer to Christmas I'll get something. I've also gotten bit on my flipping, I think. I have mine set at what they're selling for and nada. I kept the receipt, so if I get closer to the return window and it hasn't moved, I'll just return it.

 

[BK1]

I went to my local Costco to snag a blue TA (I want to build a 70-80s "Street Machine" out of it) and they had no Maisto at all. (sad trombone)

Hopefully closer to Christmas I'll get something. I've also gotten bit on my flipping, I think. I have mine set at what they're selling for and nada. I kept the receipt, so if I get closer to the return window and it hasn't moved, I'll just return it.

I noticed that not all Costcos in my area carry them. My local one doesn't, but another one further away has some left.

 

[MikeyMcFly]

I noticed that not all Costcos in my area carry them. My local one doesn't, but another one further away has some left.

There is really only one close to me. I have a friend who I asked to look for me at his local store. See what happens.

 

[jazzy426]

End of wave 1 I guess.. just couple left

 

[Zubwithcars]

End of wave 1 I guess.. just couple left

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Just seen a video about wave 2 of the models in Canada, he only did a short format one but from the looks of it, the green AM Valkyrie, white Huracan Perfomante, orange Revuelto, a few other recolours (Green Urus and an orange Sian etc.) On some other videos I've seen some comments about wave 2 spotting (1971 240Z, 2003 SVT Cobra, Porsche 550, and a 1955 Merc 190sl convertible) from what they listed. the first video (Short form) looks like it had already been picked though, so there could be leeway for the rest to be there...