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Hot Wheels, the iconic brand that has fueled the imagination of car enthusiasts for over half a century, is hitting the road once again with its exhilarating Legends Tour. This annual event, now in its [specific number] year, brings together automotive aficionados, collectors, and fans of all ages to celebrate the passion and creativity of custom car culture.

The Hot Wheels Legends Tour is more than just a car show – it’s a vibrant celebration of automotive innovation and ingenuity. From classic muscle cars to futuristic concepts, the Legends Tour showcases a diverse array of vehicles that push the boundaries of design and performance. Whether you’re a die-hard gearhead or a casual enthusiast, there’s something for everyone to marvel at and admire.

But what sets the Legends Tour apart is its emphasis on community and inclusivity. Unlike traditional car shows, which often cater to a niche audience, the Legends Tour welcomes enthusiasts of all ages and backgrounds. From seasoned collectors to young fans experiencing their first car show, everyone is encouraged to participate and share in the excitement.

Central to the Legends Tour experience is the opportunity for attendees to witness the magic of Hot Wheels come to life. Throughout the event, participants have the chance to vote for their favorite custom car, with the winner earning the coveted title of “Hot Wheels Legend” and the chance to have their design immortalized as a 1:64 scale die-cast model.

But the Legends Tour isn’t just about showcasing cars – it’s also about inspiring the next generation of automotive enthusiasts. In addition to the main event, the tour often features interactive activities and workshops designed to engage young fans and ignite their passion for cars. Whether it’s building custom Hot Wheels cars, designing their dream car, or meeting real-life automotive legends, kids of all ages are sure to leave the Legends Tour with memories that will last a lifetime.

Moreover, the Legends Tour serves as a platform for aspiring car builders and designers to showcase their talent and creativity. For many participants, being selected to compete in the tour is a dream come true, offering them the opportunity to share their passion with a global audience and potentially see their design become a part of Hot Wheels history.

In conclusion, the Hot Wheels Legends Tour is a testament to the enduring appeal of cars and the power of imagination. From its diverse lineup of custom vehicles to its focus on community engagement and inspiration, the Legends Tour embodies everything that makes Hot Wheels such a beloved brand. So whether you’re a seasoned collector or a wide-eyed youngster with dreams of building your own custom car, the Legends Tour invites you to join in the celebration and experience the magic of Hot Wheels firsthand.

Hot Wheels Legends Tour Mazda Autozam Picture from HotWheelsOfficial Instagram page.

Featured image from Mattel Creations

The 24th annual Hot Wheels Collectors Nationals kicked off on April 3rd and while we didn’t get the chance to go, there’s a lot to talk about admiring from afar. Outside of all the festivities associated with the convention, the most important thing to look at is the convention vehicles that are available at the event. The first car to take note of is the Pink Party RLC 1993 Mustang. This car has been made available early at the convention but will also get an RLC release later this month. Overdrive members currently have the car showing a purchase date of April 14th so we expect the actual release to take place on the 16th. The Mustang comes in a familiar Spectraflame pink paint scheme and features five spoke wheels. The car also appears to have the possibility of an opening hood but it will be hard to know until someone opens one up. Currently prices for this car are around $100 but we would expect that to go down once the RLC release has passed. The next car to pay close attention to is the first souvenir car for the event, the Mk IV Supra. The car is retailing for around $40 at the event but prices for this car are currently around $120. While the car is listed as having rhodamine red paint, it appears more pink from pictures. The car features smoked windows, black interior, and is rocking an awesome carbon fiber hood. The car also has some interesting chrome rims and we love the additions of TRD inspired stripes on the side of the vehicle. The headlight detailing and carbon fiber skirts are great touches as well. This car will be highly sought after for years to come as the Supra is a cult favorite amongst JDM lovers. Speaking of cult favorites, our next car is a big one. The 2nd souvenir car for the convention is the 55 Chevy Bel Air Gasser. Prices on this casting have seen insane amounts of profitability so expect this car to be the same. This version is sporting a yellow paint scheme with black top and Mooneyes branding. The pinstriping featured on the hood is a nice touch we’ve seen from other gassers. The varied tire width gives this car an awesome drag look that appeals to a wide audience. This is another car that will be retailing for around $40 but we can see prices currently upwards of $150. Another car to recently pop up from the convention is the dinner car, the Kawa-Bug-A. This is another casting that seems to be gaining some traction and becoming more popular. The convention Kawa-Bug-A comes in a cream paint and features a surfboard and luggage on the rack. The surfboard features an olive green paint and shark livery that we’ve seen displayed on fighter planes in the past. There is also some graffiti on the side that says “Vance Speed Shop”, a tip of the cap to the Kawa-Bug-A’s designer Dwayne Vance. This car currently has a value of around $200 on the secondary market. The last car that may or may not be confirmed is the finale car. There aren’t any pictures currently of this car but it appears to be a 2018 COPO Camaro SS as the finale car. The car will feature a spectraflame blue paint scheme. Overall, the event seems to be great.  Let us know what you think about these rare cars and we look forward to giving you more exciting diecast news!

Its been a few weeks since the release of Mattel’s new membership add on for RLC members, Overdrive. This new addition has not gone without criticism and backlash. Many in the collector community are upset that they have to pay an additional membership fee rather than Mattel fixing the problem of bots with bot protection that many other retailers use. For those that aren’t aware, the Overdrive addition is a $99 yearly charge that gives you access to future RLC drops before others. With the add on, you will be given an update on future RLC releases up to 10 days in advance and be given the option to skip the drop should you choose. This is a great way to secure any upcoming RLC drop without having to worry about checking out come release day. For some of the older collectors who may struggle with small bot protection checkpoints like captchas, this seems like a decent idea. For the small percentage of people that took advantage of the RLC Overdrive addition, RLCs should be smooth sailing for the year. However, regular RLC members will now have an even harder time. With some RLC releases having production as low as 30000, having a service that eliminates a possible 10000 units before the drop does nothing for your chances of securing product come release day. This is especially impactful to those collectors outside of the US where Overdrive was not an option. Up to this point, Overdrive has worked for two releases, the Kawa-Bug-A Membership car and McLaren F1 RLC release. While both are readily available on the Mattel Creations site right now, regular RLC members, including one of our employees, had difficulty trying to check out the latest McLaren F1 RLC. While we aren’t sure what is causing the issue, if Mattel can’t reliably perform checkouts on less desirable items, the question becomes; What will happen on a highly anticipated release? With the rise in resellers and bot usage, Overdrive, although a pricey option, is a good option to secure all RLCs worry free. For those that did not take advantage of the program, good luck on future releases. Hopefully Mattel will not have any issues.