A new segment for Opposite Lock

"JGrabowMSt" (jgrabowmst) 08/11/2014 at 22:14 • Filed to: liveandletdiecast, northlandz, carspotting

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There's a wonderful place in New Jersey called Northlandz. It's home to the worlds largest model train exhibit. Seeing as I love model trains, and have a set myself (though not currently out for display), being able to make the trip out to see Northlandz is wonderful, and I do plan to go back again later this year when some new sections are finished.

As I walked through the beginning of Northlandz, I began to notice things. Very wonderful things.

There were all sorts of wonderful cars spread around the railroads. This place wasn't just a holy grail for model rail enthusiasts, this was a shrine for all things model sized. The diecasts were amazing, with car after car.

There was something for everyone, and absolutely stunning scenery that made everything fit in. This wasn't just a model car with a model railroad. This was the car-guy's model railroad.

This was the world we grew up in, with model cars of anything our dreams could think up, and everything that rolled by in traffic. It was the days when owning a car meant a trip to the store, and less than two dollars later, our garage had a new addition. A simpler time, but just as fun.

The deeper and deeper you got, the wilder cars you could see. You'd never see it in person, yet just now, you've seen it in person.

It was a fantastic wonderland, with something for everyone as far as the eye could see. There were planes, trains and automobiles. It was a real life version of "I spy with my little eyes." You could spend the whole day going through the most amazing thing you'd ever be able to pack into what seems like such a small place.

The old and the new, the good and the bad. Northlandz had a taste of absolutely everything, for everyone both young and old.

Northlandz, the world's largest model railroad is located at 495 U.S. 202, Flemington, NJ 08822. I suggest to anyone interested, to visit their website for more details, and encourage you to go. It's truly spectacular, and the car spotting is amazing. I challenge you to spot what I've missed!

Finally, here's the lead image, without the text, for whoever is interested.

**someone please share this to Live and Let Diecast!**

**all photos are wallpaper sized, if you like, add them to your rotation!**

oldirtybootz > JGrabowMSt 08/11/2014 at 22:17

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This is a great idea. We need to get the Torch bug slipped in there!

Zerofret > JGrabowMSt 08/11/2014 at 22:18

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So freaking good!

pedal-force > JGrabowMSt 08/11/2014 at 22:24

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I've read about this place, but I've never been. Hopefully some day. The crazy thing is that it's really just one dude, as far as I know. There's 8+ miles of railroad track, 100+ trains, it's all ridiculous.

JGrabowMSt > pedal-force 08/11/2014 at 22:27

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Yep, one guy. He's a truly awesome guy, very fun, and quite talented. If you live close enough to NJ, just do it. You wont regret the drive, the money, or the day spent there. Just get there early, he likes to close up around 4pm.

This wasn't my first time going, and it certainly wont be the last.

pedal-force > JGrabowMSt 08/11/2014 at 22:29

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I live in North Carolina, but I have family just across the river in PA, so 30 minutes or so it looks like. I'll have to keep that in mind next time I'm up there.

Tom McParland > JGrabowMSt 08/11/2014 at 22:30

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Where in NJ is this?

JGrabowMSt > Tom McParland 08/11/2014 at 22:32

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Northlandz, the world's largest model railroad is located at 495 U.S. 202, Flemington, NJ 08822.

Go go go! I'm surprised you haven't been yet. If you're down towards the bottom, it may be a couple hour drive or so, but so worth it.

JGrabowMSt > pedal-force 08/11/2014 at 22:33

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You better!

Tom McParland > JGrabowMSt 08/11/2014 at 22:36

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Yup about 2 hours...but my little guy likes trains so maybe in the fall we will take the drive. Thanks for the tip!

JGrabowMSt > Tom McParland 08/11/2014 at 22:36

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There's something for the whole family there, it'll be a very worthwhile day!

K-Roll-PorscheTamer > JGrabowMSt 08/11/2014 at 22:39

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That's awesome! I see those mini Porsches around there. :P

Looks like a car enthusiast's Utopia to me. :)

orcim > JGrabowMSt 08/12/2014 at 03:30

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Saweet. Loving it. Didn't know that was there. Had found this a while back, I think Opponauts should infiltrate and leave easter eggs in the system.

BATC42 > JGrabowMSt 08/12/2014 at 03:36

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You should take a look at Miniatur Wunderland's YouTube channel , they have some great stuff on it. Everything is subbed in English.

They're in Hamburg, Germany, a staff of a few hundred people I think (it's quite a lot anyway), they also build a totally fonctionnal model airport with planes taking off and landing. Most of the vehicles drive on the layout too.

Alex B > JGrabowMSt 08/12/2014 at 08:34

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I pass this every time I go to my grandparents house. Never been there though.