The Hot Wheels Custom AMX was based on the real American Motors AMX which began production circa 1968-69. The introduction of this Mattel Hot Wheel was in 1969 with production only being in the United States. Before production ended in 1971 Mattel had produced the AMX in fourteen (14) different colors.
The Custom AMX 6267 had the following features:
- Metal chassis
- Lift up hood
- Metal engine
- Clear windshield
- Redlines (RSW)
- White plastic interior
- Underside of the hood was embossed with 6267
- Made in USA (exclusively)
- Produced in 14 colors
If you are a collector of Hot Wheels keep your eye out for the 1970 version produced along with decals for the English driver, Ed Shaver. Mattel produced this specific AMX in a non-metallic blue-color and included in the package decals of Ed Shaver.
However, if you’re lucky enough to find this packaged Hot Wheel, it will make your day. In today’s market, it would be worth more than $1,000.00. Be aware that find must be in the original package because this is the only place you will find the decals. They are not on the car!
Posted 1 year, 10 months ago at 3:53 pm. Add a comment
The Classic ’31 Ford Woody was one of the most popular models issued by Mattel Hot Wheels in 1969-1971. This popularity was primarily due to nothing more than demand.
The customize Woody station wagon came with the following features:
- Black roof-smooth or textured
- Metal base
- Plastic interior (assorted colors)
- Exposed metal engine
- Redlines (rsw)
- Made in USA
- Clear or blue windshield
- 18 different colors
If you are one of those who are collecting Mattel’s Hot Wheels today, it is my opinion that the best way to collect for possible future “value” is to start with those cars issued from 1968 through 1977. These cars are not only of an earlier production but also should have a quicker return on monies invested. And one of my cardinal rules: “always, buy the best you can afford, never buy down only by up”.
One last thought, Hot Wheels are graded on the “1 to 10 scale” with 10 beinging Mint in the package (MIP) – and sometimes referred to C-10. If you buying for future value it is my opinion that you don’t buy anything below C-8.
Posted 1 year, 12 months ago at 4:50 pm. 4 comments
The Hot Wheels, Number 9244, 1936 Ford Coupe Neet Streeter is a customized, drag racing style car. It was first manufactured and introduced to the market in 1976.
The first Neet Streeter of 1976 was issued with Redlines (rsw). The car was then reissued in 1977 with Basic wheels (bw).
The original Neet Streeter cars came with the following features:
- Light blue in color
- Black plastic scoop on hood
- Redlines (1976) | Basic wheels (1977)
- Made in Hong Kong
- Logo on rear trunk: “Ford…Oldie but a Goodie”
- Red, white and blue stripe on top
- Black plastic interior
The original Neet Streeter cars also have more than average information embossed on the metal base. That information included:
- HOT WHEELS ®
- NEET STREETER ™
- Hong Kong
- © Mattel Inc. 1975
- US and Foreign Patented
- Patented Canada 1973
This 1936 Ford customized Hot Wheel was one of the best models true to the “Original Car Style” made by Mattel. That being said. . . after 1977 Mattel continued to produce many different versions of the Neet Streeter – all the way into the 2000’s. All of these ‘new’ Neet Streeter cars were manufactured and can be found in different colors, and with different wheel types, logos, tampos and bases.
Check out all the versions of this Hot Wheel either in Tomart’s or O’Brian’s price guides.
Posted 2 years ago at 4:38 pm. Add a comment
Thanks !
