One of the newest Super Treasure Hunts to hit the pegs is the ’69 Camaro from the Muscle Mania – GM Series. First there was the regular issue which features five spoke wheels and it averages $2.00 on the secondary market.
Now the Super Treasure Hunt version has been released and it features red stripes on the hood, Redline Real Rider wheels, and an updated image on the packaging. It is currently averaging $45 on the secondary market.
This year, Mattel brought us a new spin on Hot Wheels Treasure Hunts so collectors actually have to “hunt” for the cars instead of just looking for the green stripe on the side that we’ve all become so accustomed to. These “Hidden” Treasure Hunts are variations on some of the regular series issues. The Hidden Treasure Hunts replace the old “Super” Treasure Hunts from recent years. These are harder to find than this year’s Treasure Hunt Series. The variations feature Spectraflame paint, upgraded wheels, Treasure Hunt logos, and different packaging.
The 2012-110 ’67 Chevelle SS 396 Hidden Treasure Hunt from the Muscle Mania – GM ’12 Series is currently fetching around $20. The regular issue in red is valued at $2.00 and the newer green recolor is currently valued at $3.00.
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The 2012 Matchbox have been hitting the shelves and we now have the entire 2012 Price Guides up. Right now just the checklist is up but pricing, variations, and pictures are on the way. Visit our 2012 Matchbox Price Guides.
Here is a look at 3 of the new 2012 models.
#52 Superlift Ford F-350 Super Duty (Mountain Series)
#61 1968 Ford Mustang GT/CS (Old Town Series)
#81 1975 Chevy Van (Highway Series)
The 2012 Hot Wheels have been hitting the shelves for a couple of months now. Here we take a first look at some of the latest and coolest 2012 series to hit the pegs. Also visit our 2012 price guides to see prices and checklists for what has been released so far.
2012 #002 1964 Chevy Chevelle SS – Mattel has done a great job at casting a variety of muscle cars. 2012 looks to be no different. Chevelle fans get another great casting to add to their collections with this one. The red paint job with grey trim looks great and I’m betting we’ll see this one show up again with another paint scheme before 2012 is over.
2012 #006 – ’71 Plymouth Road Runner – MOPAR fans rejoice! We have another great Plymouth to add to our collections and what could be better than the Plum Crazy paint job?
2012 #168 – HW Main Street ’69 Mercury Cougar Eliminator – Everyone loves a good muscle car and everyone loves their local fire department, so a ’69 Mercury Cougar Eliminator sporting a Cranston Fire department paint job is the perfect combination.
In addition to what we see here, 2012 will be a great year for Hot Wheels collectors. We will get a total of 50 New Models and tons of recolors on our all-time favorites. One of the best ideas since the initial release of Treasure Hunts is the new way of doing Super Treasure Hunts. We will still get the classic Treasure Hunt line, but the Super Treasure Hunts will not be labeled as such on the packaging but will instead be packaged as regular mainlines from various series. They will feature Spectraflame paint and Treasure Hunt graphics but will blend in with the other mainlines on the shelves due to their packaging. This will bring back the thrill of the hunt as the absence of the bright green stripe down the side may help to keep them from disappearing so quickly from the shelves. Click here to see the most recent Super Treasure Hunts on Ebay and stay up to date on what to look for.
1:64 ‘Zine Machine will feature vehicles off the front cover of your favorite automobile magazines
Indianapolis, IN (September 20, 2011) As a die cast manufacturer known for their authentic replication, GreenLight Collectibles takes pride in being 100% true to scale as well as accurate in all details. Making sure that these fine and foremost features translate into 1:64th scale relies on a superior knowledge and appreciation of automobiles.
“You have to be a car guy in this industry”, said Russell Hughes; President of GreenLight, “Without the passion for automobile history and proficiency in car specifications you will not be able to span the difference from toy to credible automotive enthusiast collectible.” The GreenLight staff ensures that they stay up to date with car trends through news sources and more specifically – magazines. “Car magazines give a variety of opinions, from the engineer to critic to consumer,” mentions Kevin Davey, Founder of GreenLight, “Offering enthusiasts a reference to obscure information builds an overall essential resource for car guys who crave cold hard facts.”
With automobile knowledge as the foundation of GreenLight, the company has created an entire product theme under the GreenLight Entertainment Line that highlights this importance. ‘Zine Machines will include six cars that have graced the cover of our favorite car magazines throughout the years.
1:64 ‘Zine Machines Series 1 Assortment includes the following:
1964 Chevrolet Chevelle – Super Chevy (March 2009)
1968 Chevrolet Corvette – Hot Rod Magazine (October 1967)
1970 Dodge Challenger – Hot Rod Magazine (March 2011)
1979 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am – MotorTrend (December 1978)
2006 Ford Shelby GT500 MotorTrend (May 2005)
2006 Dodge Charger SRT8 – Automobile Magazine (June 2005)
An extra set of licensing agreements had to be obtained for the ‘Zine Machines line-up. Each magazine featured in Series 1 was pursued for the use of their title as well as the specific volume/issue. The packaging for ‘Zine Machines will include an image of the actual magazine cover above the 1:64 replica of the featured automobile.
These 1:64 die-cast replicas feature detailed engines, real rubber tires, metal body and chassis, detailed graphics, production serialized numbering and are officially licensed by their respective auto manufacturers and Entertainment Titles. The release is scheduled for October/ November 2011 and will be available through official GreenLight official hobby shops and wholesale dealers, as well as at Toys R Us and Meijer. For more information about GreenLight’s up-coming releases or the other quality collectibles from GreenLight, visit http://www.greenlightcollectibles.com.
GreenLight® Collectibles is a premier manufacturer and marketer of officially licensed, authentic die-cast replica vehicles and automobile enthusiast’s prodcuts. GreenLight die-cast replicas are available in 1:18, 1:24 and 1:64 scale and are officially licensed by General Motors, Ford Motor Company, Chrysler Group LLC, Carroll Shelby Licensing, Warner Bros® Entertainment Inc and the Chadwick McQueen and The Terry McQueen Testamentary Trust, CBS, Universal Studios, Mecum Auto Auction, IZOD IndyCar Series, Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Grand-Am Road Racing Association, Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company, Bridgestone Americas and more!
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