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First Look: DW-1

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In memory of IndyCar racer, Dan Wheldon, Hot Wheels has released a special version of 2012 New Model #42.  The original release was the 2011 IndyCar Oval Course Race Car which comes in both black and white versions.  Now there is special edition named DW-1 and it features a maroon and white paintjob, Dan Wheldon tampos and the British flag, and Real Rider wheels with rubber tires.
Hot Wheels DW-1

Dan Wheldon was the winner of the Indianapolis 500 in both 2005 and 2011.  He died in an accident at Las Vegas Motor Speedway in October 0f 2011 at the age of 33.  Dan Wheldon was also a guest star in the voice cast for the TV series Hot Wheels Battle Force 5.

While the regular issue of the 2011 IndyCar Oval Course Race Car sells on the secondary market for up to $2, the DW-1 version can bring as much as $10.  The DW-1 is much harder to find than the regular issue and is highly sought after by collectors.

First Look: Volkswagen Beetle Super Treasure Hunt 1

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Here is a first look at another one of the Super Treasure Hunts of 2012.  Collector #151, the Volkswagen Beetle from the Heat Fleet series, is one of the newest Super Treasure Hunts.  The regular version has metallic blue paint, white OH5 wheels, and flames on the side only.
Regular Volkswagen Beetle

The Super Treasure Hunt version has white Real Rider wheels with rubber tires, Spectraflame blue paint, and flames painted on the hood and roof which is also reflected on the car on the packaging as well.  The Super Treasure Hunt version is currently averaging $40 on the secondary market while the regular version may bring up to  $3.  The Volkswagen Beetle is always a collector favorite and this rare Super Treasure Hunt will be a highly sought after piece.
Beetle Super Treasure Hunt

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Lamborghini Tetris 2

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If you are lucky enough to be able to drive a Lamborghini Gallardo, this is what you don’t do.  Don’t try to play Tetris in traffic.

If you have deep pockets, maybe you can find a bargain on real Lamborghinis on Ebay.  If you pockets aren’t so deep, or have holes in them like mine, you can look for a wide variety of Hot Wheels Lamborghinis on Ebay or search your local toy section for this 2012 New Model Lamborghini Aventador.

Lamborghini Aventador

Whatever your passion, Lamborghinis or Lincolns, stop by our forums and strike up a conversation about it or join in one of the thousands of conversations already going.

’69 Camaro Super Treasure Hunt

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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.

’67 Chevelle SS 396 Hidden Treasure Hunt 3

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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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