A quick little post here for midday Sunday with a fun little factoid about my exploding Hot Wheels collection. Anyone who ever reads this blog knows that the activities over the last year have led to the addition of thousands of new Hot Wheels and Matchbox cars to my collection, and because I am soContinue reading “Rally ‘Round the Tree ‘25: A Treasure Hunt Surprise!”
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They’re BaAack! “The Hot Ones” 2025!
Something has managed to drag me back into Target over the last 6 months for the first time since that unfortunate “statement” the retailer made back in the summer of 2023. Its probably a good thing, too, because since writing about the retro-cool reissues of “The Hot Ones” back in May, I’ve learned that theseContinue reading “They’re BaAack! “The Hot Ones” 2025!”
“Matchbox” Monday!
Karen Carpenter sang “rainy days and Mondays always get me down,” but I can only agree with half that sentiment. I love rainy days; always have ever since I was a kid! Probably because it was so rare where I grew up in Southern California, rain always invigorated me and made me feel creative, andContinue reading ““Matchbox” Monday!”
From Cutting Edge to Nostalgia: “The Hot Ones” and “Ultra Hots,” Then & Now
The author reflects on the nostalgia for Hot Wheels collectibles, triggered by the recent purchase of a 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass model and childhood memories. They discuss the evolution of Hot Wheels products, contrasting the early “Hot Ones” series with the later “Ultra Hots,” and the current trend of appealing to adult collectors.
“Its Not The Same Without The Flame” + “The Top 8 @ 8!”
Hot Wheels has produced numerous series names for their toy cars over the years, with “Heat Fleet” and later “HW FLAMES” standing out for their impressive paint jobs. While the series has ended, collectors still find these cars in the second-hand market. Additionally, mixed packs sold at big box stores now feature exciting models worth buying. The author reminisces about music from their youth while promoting an upcoming Hot Wheels event.