Hot Wheels Vintage Collection 'Authentic Commemorative Replica' Die-Cast Car

The item is a Hot Wheels Vintage Collection die-cast toy vehicle, specifically an 'Authentic Commemorative Replica.' It is presented in its original, unopened blister packaging. The car itself appears to be a replica of an early Hot Wheels model, featuring a light grey or silver body with black 'Low-Friction "Mag" Wheels' and possibly redline tires, though the exact color of the tire sidewalls is not perfectly clear due to reflections within the packaging. The front wheels are smaller than the rear wheels, a common characteristic of Hot Wheels 'California Custom Miniatures' from their early production. The packaging is a classic Hot Wheels blister card design with vibrant red and yellow colors, featuring flames around the Hot Wheels logo. The top left corner of the card has a blue patch with 'Vintage Collection' written on it, indicating it's part of a re-release series. The Hot Wheels logo is prominent, and text below it reads 'hottest metal cars in the world! BY MATTEL'. An illustration of a blue Hot Wheels car is present on the card, and further text advertises 'Authentic Commemorative Replica. California Custom Miniatures. Low-Friction "Mag" Wheels.' Notably, the package includes an additional, loose tire, which is black with a blue center hub, likely to illustrate the 'Low-Friction' feature or as a spare. The blister pack itself is clear plastic, encasing the car and the loose tire. The overall condition appears to be excellent, with no visible rips, tears, or significant creases on the card, and the plastic blister remains intact and clear. The car itself shows no signs of wear or damage through the packaging. This item belongs to a specific Hot Wheels series that reproduces earlier, highly sought-after designs, indicating it is a modern collectible rather than an original vintage piece from the 1960s, despite its 'Vintage Collection' designation.