Toy Bus Appraisal

Johnny Lightning 'Hollywood on Wheels' The Partridge Family Bus Die-Cast Replica

This item is a Johnny Lightning 'Hollywood on Wheels' Die-Cast Replica of The Partridge Family Bus. The bus is rendered in die-cast metal for both its body and chassis, affirming a quality construction often sought after by collectors. Its most striking feature is the vibrant and iconic multi-colored, abstract pattern that faithfully replicates the original bus from 'The Partridge Family' television show, featuring large blocks of red, yellow, blue, white, and black. 'THE PARTRIDGE FAMILY' is clearly printed in white lettering along the side of the bus. The windows are represented by clear plastic inserts, allowing for a glimpse of the interior, though no specific interior details are visible. The wheels are dark red with silver-painted hubs, indicating a 'Real Wheels Series' as denoted by a circular emblem on the packaging. The item is still sealed in its original blister packaging, which consists of a clear plastic bubble affixed to a cardboard backing. The packaging itself is blue and orange, with 'JOHNNY LIGHTNING' and 'HOLLYWOOD On Wheels' prominently displayed at the top. The packaging also boasts 'Authentic Replicas of Famous TV and Movie Vehicles,' 'Die-Cast Metal Body AND Chassis,' and 'BONUS ShowCard,' suggesting a collectible card is included behind the vehicle, visible through a cut-out area designed to look like a vintage television set displaying a scene from the show. The overall condition appears excellent, with no visible damage to the packaging, and the item inside is pristine, indicative of new, unopened stock. A 'WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD' is printed on the bottom left of the cardboard, indicating it's not for children under 3 years. This collectible toy likely dates from the late 1990s to early 2000s, aligning with the period when Johnny Lightning produced many of its entertainment-themed die-cast lines.