[sas]

Sup RS,

So recently I started to collect diecast models.. It started off with me picking up a few cars when I was shopping at Costco (Maisto). Grabbed a white Nissan GTR today actually.

However, after looking at a few Autoarts's I don't think I can continue with the Maisto quality. I'm really looking to collect all the Japanese sports car from my childhood (NSX, RX-7, Fairlady, Supra, MR2, etc..).
A few questions:

1. Is Autoart the top diecast makers?

2. Any other brands I should consider? I'm familiar with (so far) Maisto, Hot Wheels, Burago, Autoart, Kyosho and Motor Max

3. Autoart and Kyosho seem very similiar.. Is there a definitive answer which one is actually better or is this a personal preference?

4. I'm assuming ebay, amazon are the best places to buy? Can't imagine there being a large enough demand for a local store to sell at decent price

5. Finally, for you guys that are serious collectors, do you take them out of the box?

I'm looking for my XMAS present already.. A NSX-R. Actually, any NSX lol
Or a FD RX7