Are Old Matchbox Cars Worth Anything?
The top 10 vehicles by value are: (1969) Volkswagen Microbus Beach Bomb Rear Loader (Pink): $100,000-$150,000. (1961) Magirus-Deutz Truck, Matchbox (Tan/Orange): $11,822. (1966) Opel Diplomat, Matchbox (Seafoam Green): $6,682. (1968) Mercury Station Wagon, Matchbox (Yellow): $3,700.
Which is better, Matchbox or Hotwheels?
Both had real, fantasy castings, but Matchbox seemed more grounded in the real world. As an adult collector, it is MUCH cheaper to collect classic cars at Matchbox than Hot Wheels. Even when buying new cars, Hot Wheels has so many more cars than matchboxes, and the cooler stuff like car culture costs a dime.
How does Hot Wheels make money?
People who make a living buying and reselling Hot Wheels = scalpers. People who enjoy buying these little cars = collectors. While most can be had for 97 cents, rarer models can sell for more, and “Treasure Hunts” sell the most.
Can you sell Hot Wheels?
Promotional cars and adult collectible lines will also make you money. If you have a local flea market, there are usually people selling Hot Wheels. Often, the same people are buying collections to add to their own and adding inventory to their own store.
How do you spot a 2020 Hot Wheels Treasure Hunt?
The 2020 set contains low-production vehicles that are randomly hidden in other sets. To identify a scavenger hunt, you need to find the low production icon. It’s on the car and sometimes on the card behind the car.
How do you know if a 2021 scavenger hunt is a Hot Wheel?
The 2021 Superset upgraded vehicles hidden in other series. The packaging does not reveal that a car is a treasure hunt. To identify one, look for a “TH” graphic, Spectraflame paint job, and Real Rider wheels.
Does Hot Wheels still do scavenger hunts?
The Treasure Hunts 2020 series is part of the Hot Wheels 2020 lineup. Since 2013, Mattel has integrated Treasure Hunts into other series rather than being its own series.
What are Hot Wheels 2020 Scavenger Hunts?
Each set contains one of each of the following Super Treasure Hunt 2020 editions:
- ’57 Chevy®
- ’64 Chevy® Chevelle® SS™
- ’65 Ford Galaxie.
- ’67 Jeepster Commando.
- ’69 Chevy® Pickup Truck.
- ’84 Audi Sport quattro.
- ’88 Honda CR-X.
- ’17 Nissan GT-R (R35)
What are 2020 treasure hunts?
Super treasure hunt 2020*
- Nissan Skyline GT-R (BNR32) (HW Turbo, “A” Case)
- Ford GT-40 (HW Race Day, “B” case)
- ’67 Jeepster Commando (Baja Blazer, “C” case)
- Porsche 918 Spyder (Porsche, “D” box)
- ’88 Honda CR-X (Honda, “E” case)
- Mazda RX-7 (speed blur, “F” case)
- ’17 Nissan GT-R (R35) (HW Speed Graphics, “G” Case)
What is the best Hot Wheels car?
Top 10 Most Valuable Hot Wheels Cars