• This Museum Gift Shop is a Must-Visit Diecast Destination with Chris Nicholson

  • Apr 21 2024
  • Length: 58 mins
  • Podcast
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This Museum Gift Shop is a Must-Visit Diecast Destination with Chris Nicholson

  • Summary

  • We talk diecast with Chris Nicholson of Lane Motor Museum, and the unique collection of vehicles, including the largest collection of European cars in the US and the largest collection of cars that were never sold or marketed in the US. Chris shares his journey to Lane Motor Museum and how he ended up working in the gift shop. They also talk about Chris's affinity for JDM cars and the video game car exhibit at the museum. Chris from Lane Motor Museum discusses the quality products and work ethic behind the museum's collection. He shares some of the wildest things he has witnessed while working in the auto museum, including unusual vehicles and famous visitors. Chris also talks about the challenges of licensing and the limited availability of certain diecast models. The conversation concludes with information about the museum and its exhibits.
    Learn more about Lane Motor Museum here: https://www.lanemotormuseum.org/
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    Takeaways
    Lane Motor Museum has the largest collection of European cars in the US.
    The museum also has the largest collection of cars that were never sold or marketed in the US.
    Chris Nicholson started as a volunteer at Lane Motor Museum and eventually became a paid staff member.
    The museum's gift shop offers a wide selection of premium diecast models, including Tamika Limited Vintage. Lane Motor Museum is known for its collection of quality products and the work ethic behind them.
    The museum has witnessed many unusual vehicles and famous visitors over the years.
    Licensing issues can limit the availability of certain diecast models.
    Lane Motor Museum offers a variety of exhibits and is a must-visit for car enthusiasts.
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