Marketed as the “fastest metal cars in the world,” Hot Wheels*r revolutionized the die-cast toy car market. Collectors throughout the world recognize the Hot Wheels*r brand. The models produced between 1968 and 1972 represent the vintage years for this line of toy vehicles. The bright “Spectraflame*r” paint colors and “redline” tires, unique to Hot Wheels vehicles, identify these models. These original models still drive the collecting hobby today.
The 221 wonderful color photographs provide a complete visual guide for collectors. The 118 unique castings produced during this four-year period are explained in detail and a complete variation and price guide is provided to expand knowledge and interest in collecting Hot Wheels.
Also included is coverage of the Gran Toros*t cars, launched soon after Mattel bought the Italian company Mebetoys. Introduced in 1970, the line was continued until 1973, though the name continued to 1980/81.
This new book is a welcomed addition to Hot Wheels literature by one of the world’s foremost experts in the field.
Product details
Attribute name |
Attribute value |
Author
|
Bob Parker |
Dimensions
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217 x 280 x 15 mm |
Imprint
|
Schiffer |
ISBN
|
9780764314803 |
Language
|
English |
Media type
|
Paperback |
Original title
|
Hot Wheels® 1968-1972 |
Page count
|
224 |
Product no
|
9780764314803 |
Publish date
|
2001-12-04 |
Publisher
|
Schiffer Publishing |
RRP List price
|
29.95 USD |
Weight
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780 g |