The TTP Migration Has Officially Started! Posted on September 8, 2022 We’re excited to share that the TTP Migration has officially begun! You will start to notice new listings appearing in the NEW TTP Marketplace over the next 72 hours. As we’ve shared before, the things you love about TTP will stay the same, and after the update, we’ll be able to add the features you’ve […]
Never Before Seen Larry Wood Designs Coming to hobbyDB Posted on April 15, 2022 If there’s one name synonymous with Hot Wheels, it’s Larry Wood. Nicknamed “Mr. Hot Wheels,” Larry spent five decades with the company as Chief Designer and consultant, innovating such diecast classics as the ‘49 Merc, Ramblin’ Wrecker and the Boyd Coddington collector set. We’re excited to share that our sister site hobbyDB will be unveiling […]
Meet Hot Wheels Icon and TTP Owner Larry Wood Posted on March 4, 2022 (April 12, 2022) Larry Wood knows a thing or two when it comes to diecast vehicles. How else do you earn the nickname “Mr. Hot Wheels?” Larry began his impressive career as a designer with Hot Wheels in the late 60s. Not long after his first model, Tri Baby (1970) rolled off the production line. It proved to […]
Join HW Icons and 1,000 Collectors in Owning The Toy Peddler Posted on November 8, 2021 (November 8, 2021) Since the beginning, we’ve shared a love of diecast. Our very first item added to the database was the Corgi Toys Ford Mustang Mach 1 from the James Bond movie Diamonds are Forever. Since then, with the help of our volunteers, we’ve added more than 600,000 database items (and hobbyDB members now own more […]
Castheads Magazine to Take the Wheel of the Model Car Hall of Fame Posted on June 15, 2021 From Carroll Shelby to Larry Wood and all pioneers between, the Model Car Hall of Fame has gathered together enthusiasts from across the scale vehicle world to celebrate all the best in the hobby (by now around 250 individuals, brands and models). Ever since taking over management in 2017, the hobbyDB team has loved every […]
The Toy Peddler 2021–the same, but better! Posted on January 29, 2021 Ever since The Toy Peddler and hobbyDB became part of the same family a few years ago, we knew that eventually we would have to decide which marketplace “version” would be the best for everyone – hobbyDB or TTP. Well, the great news after tons of discussion with both the TTP community and those at […]
The Future of The Toy Peddler Posted on November 19, 2020 (November 19, 2020) Over 23 years, The Toy Peddler has always been the BEST alternative to eBay. With inexpensive upfront fees, no taxes for buyers, and a ton of exposure for your items all over the internet, TTP will always be here for the Diecast community. As with any website, over the years, the underlying tech […]
April 17, 2020- Last Chance to Own a Piece of TTP – Now a Better Deal Posted on April 6, 2020 (April 14, 2020) To our Toy Peddler Community, We want to thank you for your trust in The Toy Peddler and hobbyDB and what we are working to achieve. On behalf of our entire team, we are wishing you all safety and wellness, especially during these uncertain times. Rest assured that we are committed to keeping TTP running […]
And the winner is….Michael McMahan with his epic Hiway Haulers!!!! Posted on May 3, 2019 (May 17, 2019) CONGRATULATIONS TO MICHAEL MCMAHAN – the first winner of the TTP photo of the month. The Hiway Hauler is Michael McMahan’s favorite casting and he has been collecting them specifically for 15 years. The 700th million piece was actually bought on The Toy Peddler! The Bobs BigBoy Hauler was purchased from a known collection in […]
Diecast Powerhouse Anita Smith Joins The Toy Peddler Team Posted on February 28, 2019 (April 18, 2019) Anita Smith of Chickluu’s Fabulous Redlines joins The Toy Peddler Team! We’re bringing an all new diecast powerhouse to The Toy Peddler Welcome Anita Smith of Chickluu’s Fabulous Redlines. Many of you already know Anita as she is the face and creator of Chickluu’s Fabulous Redlines, a passionate online community for Redline collectors. And with […]