{"product_id":"9780764314803","title":"Hot Wheelsr 1968-1972 : Includes the Gran TorosT History and Pictures by Bob Parker","description":"Marketed as the \"fastest metal cars in the world,\" Hot Wheels*r revolutionized the die-cast toy car market. Collectors throughout the world recognize the Hot Wheels*r brand. The models produced between 1968 and 1972 represent the vintage years for this line of toy vehicles. The bright \"Spectraflame*r\" paint colors and \"redline\" tires, unique to Hot Wheels vehicles, identify these models. These original models still drive the collecting hobby today.   The 221 wonderful color photographs provide a complete visual guide for collectors. The 118 unique castings produced during this four-year period are explained in detail and a complete variation and price guide is provided to expand knowledge and interest in collecting Hot Wheels.   Also included is coverage of the Gran Toros*t cars, launched soon after Mattel bought the Italian company Mebetoys. Introduced in 1970, the line was continued until 1973, though the name continued to 1980\/81.     This new book is a welcomed addition to Hot Wheels literature by one of the world's foremost experts in the field.\u003cbr\u003eBinding: Paperback \/ softback","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56294853869941,"sku":"9780764314803","price":27.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9780764314803.jpg?v=1762766247","url":"https:\/\/backstory.london\/products\/9780764314803","provider":"Backstory","version":"1.0","type":"link"}