The fascination and passion that trucks provoke is not new, in fact, since the appearance of the first truck in 1896 (by Gottlieb Daimler), these vehicles have never ceased to win admirers, whether people who want to drive them or those who are content to appreciate them. There is no age to be a truck lover, but most people are not able to drive one. For this reason, many adopt miniature collector trucks and scale models of these vehicles.
Miniature collectible trucks as a hobby!
Having a hobby is one of the healthiest habits you can develop. It allows you to have fun, meet people, share experiences, and learn new things about your passion. It doesn’t matter if your hobby is related to your job or not, what matters is that you can share your passion with your family and friends.
A miniature collectible truck made of metal (die-cast), plastic, or resin, in different scales, is a very faithful reduced reproduction of original vehicles. Collecting this type of miniature is a fun practice to gather a fleet of dreams of any collector. There are collectible models of all brands of trucks and in several miniature scales, the most common of which are: 1/50, 1/43, 1/32 and 1/24.
The most popular scale among collectors is 1/43, which also offers the greatest diversity of models. However, at this scale, the doors and hoods usually do not open, and the details are not always very neat. Another scale very popular among fans of miniature collector trucks is 1/18, with larger models, opening mechanisms for the doors and hoods, not to mention the mechanics and interior that are more finely detailed.
To get your miniature truck collection off to a good start
For those who want to start a miniature collection, it is important to follow certain tips so that this passion for miniature collector trucks can become a rewarding hobby:
Choose a theme
With so many model trucks to choose from, it can be quite difficult to choose the right ones for your collection. You can buy any model truck you like and that fits your budget, but sticking to a specific theme will help you find specific truck models more easily. You can choose any theme you want: trucks from a specific manufacturer or brand, a specific type of truck, a specific scale, and more.
Choosing a scale
Speaking of scale, it is easier to start a collection if you define one, among the countless models of miniature collectible trucks available. Obviously, the larger the miniature, the more impressive the level of detail of the parts. It is recommended to opt for a standardized collection, with miniatures of close sizes. In addition to being visually more attractive, it is possible to organize the models and store them more easily.
Another tip since we are talking about scale, you must take into consideration the space you have to display your miniature collector trucks, since if your collection goes beyond the space intended to display it, you will eventually have to organize it in boxes, drawers and even part with some models, offering them as gifts to your loved ones (which is not so bad) or even putting them up for sale.
Starting a collection is easy and inexpensive
For a beginning collector, it is important to be aware of the factors that add value to miniature collectible trucks. The model must have precise details and intact paint, without stains or scratches. Exclusive details can also increase the value of the miniature vehicle, such as a limited edition, for example. In addition, it should be noted that miniature models with rubber tires are usually worth more since this indicates the high level of quality in their manufacture.
There are a multitude of model trucks on the market. As you search for new models of miniature collectible trucks, you can find exciting and rare models. In this sense, it is important to learn to control the urge to develop your collection as quickly as possible. Otherwise, this passion can stop being a hobby and become an addiction. To this end, you must establish a budget that you do not exceed.
