A custom diecast model is more than a product—it’s a statement. For toy brands, retailers, car clubs, and marketers, it’s a tool to distinguish your brand, drive engagement, and create lasting value. This definitive guide details the entire custom manufacturing process in China, covering key customization features, project timelines, and pricing—everything you need to bring your unique model to market.
Why OEM is the Ultimate Choice for Custom Diecast?
Go beyond reselling. With OEM manufacturing, you don’t just customize a car—you create a unique product under your own brand, with full control over every design detail.
🏆 Build Your Brand
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Turn the model into a mobile billboard with logos and custom graphics.
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Craft the perfect high-impact giveaway for any campaign or event.
⚡ Own the Market
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Protect your unique design and color scheme.
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Launch limited editions that create buzz and drive collector value.
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Differentiate completely—your model is yours alone.
OEM transforms a standard diecast into a strategic marketing tool, a brand icon, and a sought-after collectible.
Take control of your custom model’s design with our comprehensive range of OEM options:
Key features you can tailor
Bring your brand to life with our comprehensive suite of customization options. Every detail can be tailored to create a model that is uniquely yours.
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Scale: Choose from industry-standard sizes, including 1:64, 1:32, 1:24, or 1:18, to suit your display or promotional needs.
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Color & Finish: Achieve perfect brand alignment with any Pantone color. Options include matte, gloss, or premium metallic finishes.
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Logo & Branding: Apply your logo with precision using high-quality screen printing or tampo decoration on the hood, doors, roof, or even the packaging itself.
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Custom Graphics: Enhance your model with bespoke decals, racing stripes, sponsor logos, event stickers, or custom number plates.
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Packaging: Select from retail-ready window boxes, blister cards, premium gift boxes, or elegant acrylic display cases for maximum impact.
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Materials: Enjoy the premium feel of a die-cast metal body, paired with durable plastic, rubber, or ABS components for interiors and wheels.
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Features & Functions: Add interactive elements such as pull-back motors, functional suspension, opening doors and hoods, or electronic light and sound modules.
Visualize Before You Commit
The Xinyu Toys team will help bring your concept to life. We provide detailed 3D digital mockups and physical samples from past OEM projects to ensure your vision is perfectly realized before production begins.
OEM Process Timeline
We guide you through a transparent, six-phase journey to transform your concept into a premium die-cast model, delivered on time.
| Phase | Key Tasks | Description | Client Input | Timeline |
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| 1. Design Brief | Information Gathering | Initial consultation to define project vision, specifications, and branding requirements. | • Vehicle reference photos or drawings • Preferred scale & colors • Logo placement & packaging ideas |
1–3 days |
| 2. Quotation | Digital Rendering & Proposal | Factory creates a 3D digital rendering and provides a detailed quote based on design, MOQ, and features. | • Review & approve digital concept • Confirm budget and specifications |
3–5 days |
| 3. 3D Modeling & Design | CAD & PRO/E Engineering | Using CAD software for precise exterior dimensions and PRO/E for full exterior & interior structural design. | • Provide feedback on 3D model | 7–15 days |
| 4. Prototype Sample | Physical Sample Production | A physical prototype with branding is produced for review and approval. | • Approve via photos/video or shipped sample | ~3 days |
| 5. Tooling & Molding | Mold Creation & Testing | High-precision steel molds are fabricated. First shots are inspected for quality before mass production. | • Approve pre-production samples from new molds | 30–40 days |
| 6. Mass Production | Full Manufacturing & Assembly | Part fabrication, sub-assembly, painting, final assembly, and custom packaging. | • Final quality sign-off (if required) | 25–40 days |
| 7. Shipping & Fulfillment | Logistics & Delivery | Bulk storage, custom packaging completion, and shipment to distribution centers or direct to retailers. | • Provide shipping instructions & details | 7–15 days |
Total Project Timeline: 60–75 days from initial brief to final shipment, ensuring a high-quality, brand-perfect result.
Transparent OEM Pricing (FOB China)
Our estimated pricing provides a clear starting point for your project. Costs are primarily determined by the model’s scale and the complexity of your customization.
By Scale & Complexity:
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1:64 Scale (Basic Branding): $1.20 – $1.80 per unit for a standard model with logo and single-color application.
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1:32 Scale (With Features): $3.80 – $5.50 per unit for models including basic electronics like lights/sound and a display box.
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1:24 Scale (Full Custom): $5.50 – $7.20 per unit for high-detail paint, multiple graphics, and advanced features.
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1:18 Scale (Premium Replica): $10.00 – $15.00+ per unit for superior detail, working parts, and premium finishes.
Additional Costs:
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Custom Packaging: $0.25 – $0.80 per unit for branded boxes or display cases.
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New Mold Development: A one-time fee of $300 – $1,000+ is required only for a completely new vehicle design.
Key Notes: Simple color or logo changes to an existing model typically do not require a new mold. Final pricing is confirmed after the 3D design phase and depends on your specific features and order quantity (MOQ).
MOQ & Cost Overview
Your project’s Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ) and final cost depend on the model’s scale, customization complexity, and packaging. Here are our standard guidelines:
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1:64 Scale: MOQ 20000 pcs | Ideal for large promotional runs.
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1:32 Scale: MOQ 6000 pcs | Best balance of size and cost for OEM projects.
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1:24 Scale: MOQ 5000 pcs | Excellent detail and display value.
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1:18 Scale: MOQ 4000 pcs | Premium collector’s item with lower volume feasibility.
Key Insight: Higher quantities generally lower the cost per unit. Let’s discuss your project’s target audience to identify the most strategic and cost-effective option for you.
How to Start Your Custom Order with Xinyu Toys Factory
Sourcing your custom diecast car from China is simple with us as your partner—we manage the entire process from concept to delivery.
🚀 What We Provide:
🎨 Design Support – We transform your idea into a manufacturable diecast model
🏭 Factory Direct Access – Partner with 30+ certified OEM diecast manufacturers
✅ Low MOQ Flexibility – Ideal for new product tests or brand launches
📦 Complete Packaging & Branding – Full design and printing services
🌍 Global Shipping Support – Door‑to‑door delivery with customs docs & HS codes
🔍 QC & Real‑Time Updates – Transparent progress from prototype to shipment
📩 Ready to Build Your Own Diecast Brand?
Let’s turn your vision into a collectible reality—contact us today to begin.
