Diecast Spotlight: Pixar Cars – Mater “Chase” with hood
In our Diecast Spotlight section, we aim to highlight rare or uncommon releases. You may or may not be aware of the Disney Pixar Cars diecast line and their hard-to-find “Chase” cars. These are basically a “Treasure Hunt” type release. They are released in regular cases at a much lower rate than their mainline issues.
With Mater being arguably the most popular character in the line, his “Chase” cars tend to command a premium. The first two Mater “Chase” cars released were Mater with an oil can and Mater with a glowing lamp. In the Cars movie, Mater fished up his long-lost hood, paving the way for the third Mater “Chase” car, Mater with hood.
The Pixar line goes for an average retail price of $3.99. The Mater with Hood is currently averaging $10-$15 on the secondary market, making it a great value if you are lucky enough to find it at a retail store. If you are a big fan of Mater and can’t find it on the store shelves, .
