Die Cast - Summer 2012

Chris Parker (Die Cast Hall of Fame 2011) is the man behind the Hot WheelsCollectors. com. Known as “;e Man with the Can,” when Chris isn’t playing a pivotal role in Mattel’s brand presence at the larger conventions, he’s terrorizing unsuspecting attendees with Silly String. You have been warned.

We’re also excited that the mavens of mass model hysteria, the guys from DiecastSpace. com, are bringing along their “DiecastSpace. com Collector Interactive Zone,” including full-sized custom cars, a two-lane downhill track, a surprise celebrity guest, a head-to-head build-o; between two surprise guest customizers, an open-call customizing contest and more. An added bonus: an exclusive, event-only custom-imprint DCX car (type to be announced), made in a run of only 50 pieces.

If you’re looking for a few new additions, there will be vendors a-plenty, including Die Hard Diecast (who will be sponsoring the “Custom Alley,” featuring one-o; creations from Jimmy “;e Boxman” Chavez, Alvaro Gonzalez, and David Chang), Far Out Collectibles, Big Lou’s Collectibles, and One Stop Diecast, among others. Specialty vendors will be in house, too—including Scott Meyer of Hot Cases, who’ll be bringing his stackable storage system and talking about his online auction site, Scoomer.

All in all, it promises to be a great couple of days—and you’re invited. Stop in and say hello ... but keep an eye out for the guy with the Silly String. ■