Inside the October issue of Collectors Gazette, we bring you:
NEWS - The latest news from the world of collecting.
WHAT WAS THE YEAR? Alwyn Brice looks back on a specific year and asks "what's the year?"
ONE-OFFs & PROTOTYPES - Mark Nolan discovers that manufacturers are looking at failed projects for inspiration. 
BOOKS ON CAR RECOGNITION - Andrew Ralston remembers a classic paperback favourite.
COVER STORIES - Brian Salter looks at the importance of magazine covers and models.
WHAT'S IN YOUR LOFT? - Trainers (or sneakers) aren’t just for athletes these days, as Libby Parfitt finds out.
10-MINUTE TOY EXPERT - All you need to know about the big names in collecting.
DISPLAYING DIECASTS - Rick Wilson showcases ways to enhance your diecast collection.
FROM THE SAME CASTING - David Boxall looks at the many variations of the Lotus Elan.
TANKS FOR THE MEMORIES - In which Alwyn Brice looks at the early years of tinplate tank development and manufacture.
EBUYS - Our guide to what's been selling well on eBay this month. 
PRICE GUIDE - Find out what your toys could be worth in our auction round-up.
MEET THE CLUB - Ann Evans finds out more about the English Playing Card Society.
TOY STORIES - This month Ed Karswell starts thinning out his collection...
OBSOLETE OZ - What gems has Oz uncovered this month on his travels?
EVENT GUIDE - Plan your diary for the month ahead.