How to appraise an antique, vintage or classic car, hot rod. When mattel launched hot wheels in 1968, its biggest diecastmetalcar competitor was matchbox, whose models of yesteryear line featured a 1911 model t ford and 1906 rolls royce silver ghost. This section will attempt to cover the history of hot wheels in an entertaining, yet informative manner. The 2020 hyundai sonata and the 2020 mazda6 shows just how much. This article is a list of hot wheels released in 1977. This book will expand their knowledge, interest, and enjoyment of. I dont remember exactly what my first car was and i can say that for sure i no longer have it but if i were to guess i would have to say it was the red hot wheels tricar x8 from 1983. Immerse yourself in hot wheels history by visiting the hwc gallery at the official hot wheels collectors. Hot wheels celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2018 with one of its best years ever. Such is the case with hot wheels cars, produced by toymaker mattel. Age, demand and condition will add value to your collection over time.
Mar 08, 2018 normally the blue version would come with regular wheels, but there is a very limited, highly valuable number of blue cars with superfast wheels. Hot wheels 1968 to 1972 redlines original blister packs. See more ideas about hot wheels, hot and hot wheels cars. Especially the 1968 models called customs like the custom mustang and custom cougar. The kelley blue book is now one of several classic. Use these tools provided by nadaguides trusted partners to complete your rv shopping experience. Hot wheels by collector number hot wheels wiki fandom. Complete book of hot wheels schiffer military history. Take advantage of real dealer pricing and special offers. Michael zarnock is a twotime guinness world record holder for the most different hot wheels cars. These vintage hot wheels toys are worth thousands of dollars.
How do you determine the value of a hot wheels car. Part of the appeal of hot wheels was the speed these toys could reach. A cars blue book value is an old term that refers to the kelley blue book, which was started by les kelley in 1918. The custom blue camaro was the first hot wheels vehicle ever created 50 years ago, and over the past five decades our design team has created nearly every camaro to date. These little cars almost put matchbox out of business and made mattel a world player. Apr 25, 2016 hot wheels are not normally an expensive childrens toy. So, the lesson from here is simple collect what you like.
Use of this site signifies your acceptance of the terms and conditions. His previous works include hot wheels variationsthe ultimate guide, warmans hot wheels field guide, and warmans companion hot wheels and more. Select a 2001 harleydavidson flstc heritage softail classic. Used 2018 gmc sierra 1500 crew cab engine three engine choices are available for the 2018 gmc sierra. The scope of hot wheels collecting is international as collectors can be found throughout the world. The value of a hot wheels car can be determined by checking a reliable price guide in book form or online. Be sure to check out the forward by former mattel sr. Feb 10, 2014 explore kennyramos752s board hot wheels that are worth big bucks if you can find them. The easily recognizable and iconic mystery machine. If playback doesnt begin shortly, try restarting your device. Normally the blue version would come with regular wheels, but there is a very limited, highly valuable number of blue cars with superfast wheels. The most valuable hot wheels cars ever car and driver. Unfollow hot wheels price guide to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Kelley circulated a list of cars hed like to purchase, along with an estimated value.
Next to baseball cards and comic books, i easily had hundreds of them. One of the first 16 hot wheels cars ever produced, it. I had the big tonka and nylint but my favorites were of the hot wheels and matchbox variety. This website is dedicated to the promotion and sale of collectible hot wheels cars. Most collectors know that color makes a huge difference when it comes to assessing the value of hot wheels cars, and this a great example of that.
Discover the best selection of collectible cars at the official hot wheels collectors website. The socalled cheetah base python also earns its place in the pantheon of rare, highvalue hot wheels because of a naming snafu. Discover the best selection of hot wheels cars at the official hot wheels website. There are several guides to choose from on the internet, and in book form. Hot wheels camaro celebrates 50 years the custom blue camaro was the first hot wheels vehicle ever created 50 years ago, and over the past five decades our design team has created nearly. Finding the original hot wheels in the original packages is very hard to do. Dec 05, 2019 the most valuable hot wheels cars ever. Community content is available under ccbysa unless otherwise noted. These hot wheels cars have way more value than fans realized. Click on the shirt for larger image, description and price. To obtain rolling stock for his fledgling operation, mr. Generally speaking, hot wheels are an inexpensive childrens toy that allows kids to create their own adventures with a dark green monster truck or bright. Today, these original little cars command big prices. They arrived in stores in 1968 and rocked the toy car world.
Diecast price guides halls guide for hot wheels collectors. Back in the day, i remember hill street blues coming on the tv. The 1971 olds 442 is valuable in any color, but its only the. The 2018 edition of the hot wheels treasure hunt price guide has been released. Get used car values from black book with our car pricing guide and compare black book to kbb and nadaguides, two other popular valuation sources. Gray blue hot wheels kids lunch box pottery barn kids. Hot wheels community respects collectors with a theme. Jul 01, 2019 the socalled cheetah base python also earns its place in the pantheon of rare, highvalue hot wheels because of a naming snafu. Hot wheels the hardy boys hot wheels is a hardy boys novel.
Hot wheels price guides halls guide for hot wheels collectors. Produced sometime in the mid70s, there are only 7 blue rodger dodgers in existence. Hot wheels blue book 2002 three 3 car set vw rare fandango. Based on the star value of each car, collectors can see a value range for their vehicles. To find the value of hot wheels cars, use an online price guide such as the one written by the north carolina hot wheels association. Eligible items can be exchanged for a refund of the merchandise value within 30 days of receiving an order or seven days for quick ship upholstery items. The cars that are the most difficult to find were produced in lower quantities and never included in the shell gas station giveaways. Also know as the sweet sixteen, these are the first hot wheels ever made. Rarity does not always beget value, but in the case of the blue. The north carolina hot wheels association provides an online guide that uses a star rating system that indicates a models potential value and rarity. Keep an eye out for the 8car set of zamacs in celebration of 50 years of hot wheels. Robyn eckard, the blue book spokeswoman, said the company had no comment.
It was the primary competitor of matchbox until 1996, when mattel acquired rights to the matchbox brand from tyco. In 2017, to celebrate 50 years of partnership and design influence we launched the 50th anniversary camaro that consumers and fans can purchase for their own. Click the cover to order your autographed copy now. Comes with three basic hot wheels cars, including one exclusive to th more. Ultimate hot wheels collectors guide for beginners 2016. A comprehensive hot wheels collectors guide that shows photos of the complete 2002 line of basic cars.
Sep 08, 2010 robyn eckard, the blue book spokeswoman, said the company had no comment. But in terms of rarity, the most valuable by far is the slightly later blue ed. For example, collecting only muscle cars, only cars from 70s or 80s, only new casts, only blue cars, only bmws, 2002 casts of bmw 2002 model, etc. An original receipt or gift receipt is required, our stores will not accept returns or exchanges without a receipt or proof of purchase. Mar 10, 2018 the rarest version of them all, however, would be the blue painted rodger dodger. Hot wheels are not normally an expensive childrens toy. Matchboxs antiquated cars were a bit quaint compared to the original 16 hot wheels cars, which focused on american muscle cars of the day camaros. The infamous blue card collector number 271 funny car. For as little as 99 cents, hot wheels are readily available in a number of different models and colors to fill your shelves. Youll find each year broken down with model names, numbers, available colors, hong kong variations and approximate values. This book will expand their knowledge, interest, and enjoyment of collecting hot wheels. Please checkout our other line ups of flying colors page listed by year, and sets. Kelley blue book has its roots in a california car dealership founded more than 90 years ago by les kelley. Oct 16, 2019 the original 16 hot wheels cars from 1968 changed the diecast toy market.
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