My name is Daniel Brown, but in the die-cast world I go by Big Dan. I’m a lifelong enthusiast and collector with a serious passion for …everything from Hot Wheels to Jada 1:24s. What started with a few cars from childhood has turned into a full-blown lifestyle — I collect, catalog, customize, and connect with others in the hobby. My collection spans brands like Hot Wheels, M2 Machines, GreenLight, Johnny Lightning, Auto World, and especially Jada Toys, with a heavy focus on 1:24 scale lowriders, muscle cars, and imports. I also run an Instagram page, @_kollectingcarz, where I share my hauls, wheel swaps, and die-cast journey. I use HobbyDB to not only track my collection but also contribute to the community by helping document rare or missing pieces, especially chases like White Lightnings and Green Machines. Whether it’s scoring a peg find at Safeway or hunting down grails online, I live for the thrill of the hunt and the stories behind every casting.
