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09/06/2026 5:52 pm
Many years ago, Joe Kelly Jr. had "The Car Room" magazine, and along with a few other publications, was a regular source of information and pictures about the hobby. I still have my old copies and the information and photography contained within were excellent.
09/06/2026 6:41 pm
what a fantastic resource, shame it is not still around. Thanks Mike. From memory I think Joe also made videos of new release models?
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09/06/2026 8:18 pm
Yep, Geoff, he had the ear of several diecast car designers and companies. I met him and some other notables of the hobby at a diecast get-together near Chicago a number of years ago. His video presentations introduced and/or reviewed automobile models in the hobby.
10/06/2026 5:17 am
I watched Joe’s videos as often as I could. He had a tremendous collection and I remember a roadrace set that dropped down from the ceiling to save on space.
Steve
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10/06/2026 7:35 am
That's right ! Joe is certainly a car guy and I hope he is doing well.
10/06/2026 9:24 am
I remember Joe's videos and his reviews. He certainly knew cars and his reviews were very thorough. If I'm not mistaken Joe was musician.
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10/06/2026 1:16 pm
Yes, Joe was with an Eagles tribute band, I recall. His diecast car videos were certainly well produced.
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