40 Acquisition International - Business Excellence Awards 2022 Feb22545 Best Online Diecast Model Cars Retailer - UK relatively newcomer to the world of diecast collectors, the team at Darlington Diecast have quickly made a splash for those interested in diecast cars. Operating mostly online, the team are able to sell their classic items to customers the length and breadth of the UK. In this industry, however, it’s not enough to simply sell these products. It’s a world that must be lived in and breathed to achieve success. As a family-run retailer, Darlington Diecast has been able to reap the benefits throughout the various lockdowns of the last couple of years. Only established in 2020, the team have managed to gain a loyal audience who will turn to their constantly changing website collection to see how much vehicles are worth and if they can find any bargains. Older diecast cars are always a good investment, and there is always someone looking to add a particular model to their specific collection. The team have been able to assemble an incredible range of products, including some from classic ranges such as Dinky, Corgi, Matchbox and Scalextric. Some of these models are very rare, which keeps people coming back as they are never entirely certain what will be for sale next. Whilst shops that specialise in new products are able to offer pre-orders on what has arrived, the Darlington Diecast team A The world of collectable diecast cars is one which has always brought a range of excited collectors with it. From classic Corgi to stylish Scalextric, the demand for vehicles of every type has created a unique market with many niches. Navigating the field with an expert eye are the team from Darlington Diecast. Their success in Acquisition International’s Business Excellence Awards 2022 has brought them to our attention, so we thought we’d dig a little deeper to find out more about the business. thrive on their ability to intrigue and draw in people who collect rare models. Many of these models are over 40 years old. Of course, online retailers are able to run regular promotions and sales which are very appealing to the discerning collector. The opportunity to buy a much-desired item at an incredibly competitive price is always appealing. These different opportunities are clearly advertised through Facebook and Instagram, with the team reaching out to potential clients through online means. It’s easy to see why so many people turn to Darlington Diecast. These newcomers to the market offer a totally different perspective to tired old model shops, replacing it with an attitude that celebrates diecast vehicles for all. Their establishment and tremendous success during a difficult time for many businesses is a clear example of why they have been recognised in Acquisition International’s Business Excellence Awards 2022. Company: Darlington Diecast Name: Keith Dillon & Joshua Dillon Email: keith@darlingtondiecast.co.uk Web Address: www.darlingtondiecast.co.uk
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