Great choice of models both cars and trains. All staff very knowledgeable and helpful. Nothing is too much trouble to then. Lots of advice from staff about cars and trains. Super shop would visit aga... See more
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Hello and welcome to our website, we are a family run business who specialize in die-cast models based in Darlington and we have been established since June 2020. We are an online retailer who sell a range of rare models which are extremely hard to find in the UK, they are all in excellent condition which includes Corgi, Matchbox, and Dinky plus much more! We also have a range of TV and Film favourites including Batman, James Bond and Back to the Future. We regularly have promotions and discounts, and at the moment the majority of our stock currently have a sale where you could save up to 25% off, which are advertised on our Facebook and Instagram pages, We deliver all throughout the UK.
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United Kingdom
- darlingtondiecast.co.uk
4.8
Excellent
280 reviews
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Reply from Darlington Diecast Models
Thank you tracy for your feedback We hope to see you again soon
A fab model shop on the doorstep
Our type of shop .our type of people .the lady’s where very friendly obviously loved there job and new there stuff. Made you want to come back and buy more and recommend them to all your friends .in the words of arny ,haste la vista I’ll be back.
7 November 2025
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Reply from Darlington Diecast Models
Thank Mr Gary Shaw for your feedback. We hope to see you again soon
Harris Edge Mallard
The kit was thought to be in stock but was not. Problem easily sorted and monies refunded. Excellent service and assistance with this problem.
23 October 2025
Reply from Darlington Diecast Models
Sorry Melvyn it was not in stock We have had a big problem with the website it is not taking stock off when it is sold. We hope to see you again soon
Model Ford Capri Car
After a considerable time looking elsewhere I finally found a model of a car a very good friend raved about.
The car is a good quality model which I know will be cherished and put on display
30 September 2025
Reply from Darlington Diecast Models
Thank you David for your feedback. We hope to see you again soon
Exactly as advertised and good delivery…
Exactly as advertised and good delivery time, packaging etc
6 September 2025
Reply from Darlington Diecast Models
Thank you Lee for your feedback. Hope to see you again soon
Great value and quality
Very good service with promt delivery and items packed securely the items are of excellent quality and really good quality
24 August 2025
Reply from Darlington Diecast Models
Thank you Karen for your feedback. We hope to see you again soon
Reply from Darlington Diecast Models
Hi Alan i have been trying to contact you regarding your order I have left messages on your phone and you have not got back to us please can you contact us
Excellent service
Excellent and prompt delivery.
Communication could not be faulted.
Keep up the great work.
Thank you.
21 August 2025
Reply from Darlington Diecast Models
Thank you for your feedback Brian. We hope to see again soon
Reply from Darlington Diecast Models
Thank you Colin for your feedback. We hope to see you again soon
Very helpful on the phone
Very helpful on the phone, understood exactly what I wanted, order came the next day as paid for. My grandson was very happy with his toy crane. Thanks 🙂
13 August 2025
Reply from Darlington Diecast Models
Thank you Paul for your feedback. We hope to see you again soon
Honest, accurate and efficient. Great work!
Your website was accurate and reflected your inventory. Your team (Sam) was most helpful and walked me through the steps to complete the purchase and you sent it safely. Just what one would like from a specialty retailer.
7 August 2025
Reply from Darlington Diecast Models
Thank you Aamir for your feedback I will let Sam know bout your feedback
Received the product in time for my…
Received the product in time for my husband’s birthday he was delighted with it Thankyou so much for your prompt service would definitely recommend you to our friends and family k wheeler
28 July 2025
Reply from Darlington Diecast Models
Thank you Karen for your feedback We hope to see you again soon
a1 products and service.
22 July 2025
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Thank you Gary for your feedback We hope to see you again soon
Our van dashboard ornament
A well made and presented representation of our van's starting point.
Well packaged and delivered quickly.
27 June 2025
Reply from Darlington Diecast Models
Thank you Andy for your feedback. We hope to see you again soon
Collectors gem
Product arrived within th ceta..well packaged .conyents as described..a great addition yo my expanding minis collecyion
9 July 2025
Reply from Darlington Diecast Models
Thank you Mr P for your feedback We hope to see you again soon
Lovely model!
Prompt service; well packaged; clear ordering; high quality product; sensible price.
14 June 2025
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Thank you Paul for your feedback We hope to see you again gain soon
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