Hot Wheels(r) 1968-1972: Includes the Gran Toros(tm) History and Pictures

By Bob Parker

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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0764314807
• ISBN13: 9780764314803
• Release Date: December 2001
• Publisher: Schiffer Publishing
• Length: 224 Pages
• Weight: 1.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 8.4" x 10.9"