We’ve discussed Ultra Hots a lot. Once, Twice, and Three times. Even a fourth, just to be safe. I’m a big fan of store exclusives, a bigger fan of spectraflame paint, and also retro concepts. We’re still managing to avoid the Hot Wheels design bug, although they did manage to sneak in a Datsun and…
First of all, let’s pick one from each wave, starting at 7. These are strictly my opinion and there isn’t a true criteria other than eye test. Here we go: The Top Ten: Out of these 17, here are my top 10, not necessarily in order: Photos sourced from FigureRealm.com Paul E. hasn’t had too…
As posted earlier, Mattel has continued it’s Target Exclusive Hot Wheels Ultra Hots Series. Ultra Hots Wave 3 continues the pattern of all metal, spectraflame paint, and Ultra Hot wheels with a flame design. The majority of the modern Ultra Hots have been classic muscle cars, with a couple of exceptions. So far, we’ve avoided the…
Matchbox hits the bulls eye with the Target Red edition series In 2023, the Matchbox Target Red Edition series debuted, showcasing 6 casts in red deco and exclusive red carding. This line will continue into 2024. 2023 Matchbox Red Edition: 2024 Matchbox Red Edition:
Hot Wheels Car Culture 2 packs Checklist Car Culture 2 Packs is a premium series of 2-car packs introduced in mid-2021. These consist of two Premium cars (Metal/Metal and Real Riders) designed to a certain theme. The packs are a Target exclusive. 2021 Mix 1 Theme Casting Body Color Larry Chen Nissan Skyline GT-R (BNR32)…
Let’s Start with Kmart Day Kmart supported the Hot Wheels collecting hobby by sponsoring the Kmart Collector’s Day events. Kmart stores would host a special collector’s event where exclusive vehicles would be made available. This was the chance for collectors to open a sealed case with the hope of finding a Treasure Hunt or Super…
At the beginning of 2022, I did a ranking of the first 26 Mattel WWE Ultimate Edition figures. This Ultimate Edition 2023 list will be a follow up of that list, and perhaps I will get every one of them into one final ranking soon. Starting at the bottom: There is no reason for this…
As posted earlier, Mattel has continued it’s Target Exclusive Hot Wheels Ultra Hots Series. Ultra Hots Wave 3 continues the pattern of all metal, spectraflame paint, and Ultra Hot wheels with a flame design. The majority of the modern Ultra Hots have been classic muscle cars, with a couple of exceptions. So far, we’ve avoided…
For 2023 , The Hot Wheels Target Retro Exclusive will be Ultra Hots. This follows previous Target exclusives Retros, Decades, and Flying Customs. The Ultra Hots are a throwback to the early 80s. All cars feature Spectraflame-style paintjobs, and are a tribute to the original Ultra Hots from 1984. Ultra Hots Wave 2 Checklist: Ultra Hots Wave 3…
Continuing from Mattel Legends 7-10 here: Series 11: The Breakdown: Legends gets back on track here with a good lineup. Savage is the gem of the set, in both versions, but Bam Bam Bigelow is also a very underrated figure. Big John is fine, but Scott Hall has one of the worst headscans in years….
