Station Wagon Appraisal

Hot Wheels Vintage Collection Commemorative Replica - Metallic Green Station Wagon with "Mag" Wheels

The item is a packaged Hot Wheels die-cast toy vehicle, specifically an "Authentic Commemorative Replica" as stated on the packaging. It appears to be part of the 'Vintage Collection' as indicated by the logo in the upper left corner. The main Hot Wheels logo is prominently displayed, noting them as the "hottest metal cars in the world! BY MATTEL." The Hot Wheels car itself is a station wagon-style vehicle, possibly a 1957 Chevy Nomad or similar, with a metallic lime green or chartreuse finish. It features 'Low Friction "Mag" Wheels,' which is a key characteristic of early Hot Wheels and their reissues, designed for speed. The car is sealed in its original blister packaging, which is clear plastic, over a colorful card backing. The card is predominantly red at the top and bottom, with a yellow section in the middle featuring flames and a blue car graphic. There's also a large black promotional tire, likely plastic, with a blue center hub featuring a red Hot Wheels flames logo, stored in its own blister compartment. The packaging shows some minor wear consistent with storage, such as slight curving of the card and some surface scuffs on the plastic, but it remains largely intact. The colors on the card are vibrant, suggesting good preservation from light exposure. A small 'MATTEL INC TOYMAKERS' circular logo is visible on the upper right of the card. The model number '5743' is visible in the lower right corner of the card. This particular item represents a reissue or commemorative edition, likely from a later period than the original 'Redline' era (late 1960s to early 1970s), but designed to replicate those iconic early models. The 'Authentic Commemorative Replica' suggests a focus on historical accuracy for collectors. The condition indicates it is new in package (NIP), which is desirable for collectors, although the packaging itself is not mint. The craftsmanship of the die-cast car appears to be of the high standard expected from Mattel's Hot Wheels line, with sharp molding and a consistent paint finish.