You have a great collection. In 2010, I had almost 4000 Hot Wheels, Matchbox and Johnny Lightning vehicles. I had every intention on expanding, but brain surgery in August and again, January 27, 2011 followed by Congestive Heart Failure prior to Super Bowl Sunday of 2011, all of that changed! After my wife walked away, then divorce, I just began giving them away to children for their enjoyment, because collecting didn't appeal to me anymore. It's nice to see others in the hobby, but I still have my SIZZLERS and my memories. I'm sure that I kept a few.
@bretth54252 жыл бұрын
Your Awsome GOD BLESS YOU BROTHER
@bretth54252 жыл бұрын
Your so BLESSED been threw some super terrible thing too best yet to come !
@pianoman19693 жыл бұрын
I was 8 years old in 1977. There are less than 10 of these cars shown that I didn't have. As I was watching I kept shouting, "I HAD THAT ONE! AND THAT ONE! AND THAT ONE!" I had hundreds of Hot Wheels from the 70's that are now highly sought after. I also had several track sets including the Thrill Drivers shown here. When I went to college in 1987 my step mother threw away the entire collection. I only have 3 left. I literally wept as I watched this video, but it brought back some great childhood memories.
@wtffor3 жыл бұрын
I am so sorry to hear of the terms of the loss of your childhood collection, that's a tough pill to swallow 😢 . I hope you can enjoy collecting new models of cars you enjoy today now, although the nostalgia is still n I t going to be anywhere close to a childhood collection, and I get that. But at least you can see your old cars here, or close enough.
@jeffcole19142 жыл бұрын
I’m so glad to read that enthusiasm no kidding I was born in 1962 we never had money for collections lol but I remember playing cars they were loose and rolling around now I see redline cars with no paint left on them selling like wild cards I love it you never know what’s to be treasured in life till it’s gone. Not to be sentimental but cherish every moment with your loved ones ❤️but remind your kids that a toy is more than a character. It could be a paycheck.
@slimwhitman13013 жыл бұрын
I just keep watching these year by year videos. I watch the newest ones too, then come back and annually go thru the old ones. The best HW videos ever.
@KountFive7 жыл бұрын
Marvellous documentary on 1977 Hotwheels. Thanks as always for sharing your incredible collection and knowledge.
@wtffor7 жыл бұрын
You are always welcome, and thank you for the encouragement on these videos Kount Five!
@KountFive7 жыл бұрын
wtffor nice haircut 💇 btw. I need a proper trim myself.
@oliviahernandez6788 Жыл бұрын
@@wtffor is it true that prices are getting crazy ??? In this last few years????? I live in México se.nd me videos of the most wanted and how to identify em i want to get this little bastards
@quorthy7 жыл бұрын
Thanks! I have been waiting patiently for the next video from you. These longer vids showing a collection in detail are so well made & so entertaining. Well done & keep it up!
@garagemdochico5 жыл бұрын
Fantastic!!!! Beautiful cars and Collection!!!! Congratulations!!! By Channel Garagem do Chico of The Brazil!!!!
@KingBaboonTarantula Жыл бұрын
After looking at what you have for a collection, I'm speechless my friend!! I'm just a regular old collector and I really don't keep much track of what I collect, I just collect what I like. I really really enjoyed this video, thank you very much.
@wtffor Жыл бұрын
I appreciate that!
@AlWheelin5 жыл бұрын
Great you are sharing informationabout forgery and then the advent of 3D printers is definitelya consideration
@Championdjk7 жыл бұрын
This vid series is amazing! Great commentary and information about the castings.
@lazerwolfdiecast4 жыл бұрын
I'm addicted to your channel! I started collecting Hot Wheels because of you!
@johnfoltz81832 жыл бұрын
17:41: The early models with plastic bases had open slots by the wheel axles. Later on by the 80s, the plastic base was whole
@dickgrayson52987 жыл бұрын
REALLY enjoying this series of HW by year- keep it going!
@francispalmer97377 жыл бұрын
Brilliantly done, love the detail, description and pricing GUIDE. I enjoyed that, thanks for sharing your knowledge and enthusiasm with all of us, best Hot wheels show on the net. nice one wtffor from the UK.
@rockercater3 жыл бұрын
YOU SHOULD WRITE A BOOK....you are an amazing collector....You know things that are very cool...
@rockercater3 жыл бұрын
you have helped me so much...
@rodneybrimer5171 Жыл бұрын
Good video. I was a kid in the 70’s and personally I believe it was the best decade to be a kid. Magic time! Hot Wheels,Mego hero’s,GI Joe,Comic Books 15-35 cents) Shogun Warriors and of course the Six Million Dollar Man. Enjoyed your video.
@LEGOJediMaster4 жыл бұрын
I always use these as an index, or reference point! So thank you!
@JohnSTF727 жыл бұрын
Excellent and informative video! And all cars are in mostly pristine condition wich is a rare sight for practically 40-year old castings. And judging from what you've said, you really have to be careful when you shop for these, as they don't come cheap! Thanks for the detailed presentation and pricing.
@jeffcole19142 жыл бұрын
I agreed youtubers are incredibly generous with the knowledge and love they have for their passion I don’t get a bill 💵 for all the things they share I know it’s monitized but it’s not in the beginning only the real crafters make the bucks and that’s fine with me for sharing the passion and love for me it’s what I never had for others it’s what they lost from lack of knowledge super awesome 👏
@glipabazza99947 жыл бұрын
Great video, awesome Staff Car !
@petermathisen17477 жыл бұрын
thank you for your time in putting this all together. you do a great job.
@michaelreece4587 жыл бұрын
Another magnificent video by you.....not only so perfectly narrated but to be able to see a full collection from a particular year nicely presented is wonderful. I myself remember the Hot Wheels from ''68 to about '71 as then interest turned from toys to girls. So for someone like me who is getting into collecting Hot Wheels now at my ripe old age, your videos are an invaluable resource. Thanks for taking the time to post these videos.
@wtffor7 жыл бұрын
You are very welcome, and I am happy these videos are helping collectors such as yourself. It's a difficult hobby to get all the info you many need on the older cars. Glad you enjoy!
@Jamesjunkers7 жыл бұрын
wtffor ATTENTION: Your blackwall Fire cheaf is in the wrong spot! It DOES Have a redline counterpart!
@natestaub51132 жыл бұрын
I've got a 1973 police cruiser but It looked like a 1974 but it's a 73 not a 74
@natestaub51132 жыл бұрын
Because my lazy ass mom got a counterfeit car 1973 olds state police
@dreadnok3207 жыл бұрын
simply amazing collection . The over all quality of the collection is what gets me. As I also have many of the same cars . but not in the condision u have . Its so cool u put this series out . Not only the eye candy but the information on the castings . also u have variations of cars I have never seen . I know how hard it is the time the money years of hunting . Your hard work and dedication makes life easier for the rest of us . Awesome video ---Dreadnok---
@wtffor7 жыл бұрын
Thank you Dreadnok! I Really appreciate your message and kind words my friend.
@rudyharley73297 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing your knowledge. Please make a video of how you built your junkyard diorama. I would love to send you photos of my repaints and customized vehicles.
@Michael-Philip7 жыл бұрын
I'm a coin collector and have come across counterfeit coins. I've become pretty good at examining coins for authenticity. This is the first time I've heard about counterfeit hot wheels.. but I guess if someone makes money, they'll do it..
@MrWolfSnack Жыл бұрын
Anything profitable can be counterfeit. The nature of economics.
@minastronasse5 жыл бұрын
Perfect video. Informative speech, great spirit and awesome variations. It's good to have price references too. Even the duplicates boxes are impressive... Concerning condition, I agree it's going to impact value A LOT. I collect loose models only, opening blisterpacks if it's the only option to get a car I badly want. To me, Mint would be 90% of what Tomart's price guide gives (Keeping a margin) - Mint minus 80% - NM 65% - EXC 40% and VGC 20 to 25%. Do you think those numbers are right ?
@tomharff3896 жыл бұрын
Your videos are the best keep them coming!!
@SirDrakeNewcanon6 жыл бұрын
Time travel activated, destination 1977.
@thehotwheelguys Жыл бұрын
Amazing collection! Thank you for sharing with us.
@lylespriggs46214 жыл бұрын
Spoiler Sport is My Favorite Hotwheels I Just Love the wedge nose the canopy roof window styling finished off with that Awesome Wing. I Really appreciate You giving the price values Your videos are very good for vehicle references.
@CrackerJaxx707 жыл бұрын
ENJOYED, Brotha!! I'm fallin' away from the Newer cars and getting back into the Oldies But Goodies! Great Vid Once Again!!
@mattskustomkreations Жыл бұрын
This is really cool. I still have all my originals I got as a kid from this period. And ai have 90% of at least one version of those shown. It’s cool to see RL & BW versions together.
@janderakaleroydavis Жыл бұрын
The Buzz Off-The beetle tampo version was produced as part of the same promotion as the "Wisconsin Toy Company" cars. These were produced in 1977 for a detergent manufacturer but the promotion was cancelled while the Buzz Off was in production. As a result, few of them made it to market with some going to Japan in the boxed redline release.
@teamexpressoficial7 жыл бұрын
Hello is a collection fantastic, are jewels, thank you for showing your collection greetings HW EXPRESS
@markostermayer36147 жыл бұрын
I loved it! I have a lot of these and 2 of the "really rare" ones
@psmith6695 жыл бұрын
i had half of these as a kid. thank u so much 4 sharing!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
@rockercater Жыл бұрын
*****************************YOUR COLLECTION IS AMAZING******************* *CATER****
@JonToyCars7 жыл бұрын
Nice trip to the past. Many of them never heard of.
@bobbyward87126 ай бұрын
I sure did some tear up my mom's yard making roads with my hot wheels!!
@Pedal2Metal_on_YouTube7 жыл бұрын
Thats one hell of a collection there; wow, impressive!
@oliviahernandez6788 Жыл бұрын
If i found somethin i tell You Buy send me videos about the most wanted ando how can i identify em
@rockercater5 жыл бұрын
I am not worthy ....U R A HOT WHEEL GOD
@lilchuksdiecast96897 жыл бұрын
enjoyed ! 😊👌👌👊 great info Brotha
@NoahR-ze6iu8 ай бұрын
Staff car - 44:39 Kahaki Kooler - 40:40 Gunslinger- 39:51
@clarewatkins52304 жыл бұрын
Great videos Thanks. I was born early 1977 n didn't know Hot Wheels was about or making so many different cars. I had hundreds of 1:64 scale cars No hot wheels mine were 90% matchbox then Corgi n majerette n I loved them so much n WoW I wish I'd kept them cos watching your channel I'm pretty sure they'd be worth a few quid but Hey I Love your collection Thanks
@robertvalentin24027 жыл бұрын
wow you got lot good collection of cars i seen video before you always had lot and lot car it incredible how much you have iwish had your collection i have nit many only large size cars keep them coming
@jimmymitchell24747 жыл бұрын
very detailed interesting and great video
@tmikemay62233 жыл бұрын
Love your information and memory lane I remember several of the hot wheels I love them and still have a lot of mine from childhood although my friend that I use to play hot wheels with ended up w several of mine. I’m trying to find Monte Carlo stocker and Torino stocker.
@chainraiderdiscgolf2 жыл бұрын
I loved the Poison Pinto. I think I still have mine.
@Sabaton627 жыл бұрын
Great Collection Véhicle 👍
@retrodealer64956 жыл бұрын
You know it's cool I had like 90% of those cars there when I was a kid 90% .
@mraxlrose29593 жыл бұрын
I had a lot of those in almost mint condition and their very used condition also. I liked to buy multiples of the same one that I played with. Some I bought never got played with.
@ronthefuture88277 жыл бұрын
Awesome video! Great collection.
@coffeyscornerofficial18657 жыл бұрын
Awesome video as always. You really should do a detailed room tour.
@bobman-lo8hc7 жыл бұрын
Thanks for another great video Thanks for showing some variations to look out for and warning about fakes.
@charliesmitherman67097 жыл бұрын
you make the best hot wheel videos! there so much better than mine also I subscribe😀
@FasterTheDragster7 жыл бұрын
I gotta go through my old ones, I have many of the same models
@theresanevarez3182 жыл бұрын
Enjoyed this guideline. Thank you
@oliviahernandez6788 Жыл бұрын
Hi baby
@rockercater3 жыл бұрын
I would die to see your collection...YOU are how im matching up my variations. Im going through all my cases and matching them up now...YOU ARE A MASIVE HELP ...YOU ARE AMAZING WTFFOR -------------...THANK YOU for doing your vides....My name is Gary Cater from Portland...I go almost everyday and get Hot Wheels from the goodwill Bins...All most got 1000 loose. .IF I HAD YOU IT WOULD BE EASY TO MATCH UP ALL MY VERYATIONS ! lol...SO FAR,I got a Shelf of my starting variations...I got about 600 to go through left..
@rockercater3 жыл бұрын
you ever want to come down for a day or two looking for Hot Wheels in the bins.. your guaranteed a hall...Your welcome here anytime brother...
@rockercater3 жыл бұрын
i am getting a volume of cars that is incredible ..If I miss on one day I go across town and score ...Sure, With the volume im seeing car,S that are strange or Rare put out by a group of guys 1969 sitting around at Mattel one night .Hey larry let's make a funky casting and send it out. Ya put a note in the base..Ya never know..
@oliviahernandez6788 Жыл бұрын
Hi bro
@erickfnu7 жыл бұрын
wow amazing collection
@wtffor7 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@CollectiblesAndMoreInStore5 ай бұрын
Thank you for such an informative video
@Nanpa05 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing
@MiniModelsDiecast7 жыл бұрын
Great video! I remember really disliking the chrome ones as a kid. I neighbor of mine has a 1:1 scale GMC Motorhome :) DESTROYED my Staff Car when I was a kid... sad...
@SeansModelBuilds3 жыл бұрын
My 6 Chrome cars are the first ones I got, and they survived the fire 4 decades ago with nothing more than melted windshields on a couple.
@chainraiderdiscgolf2 жыл бұрын
Dang!!! I still have many of those and in great to decent condition!!!
@rockercater6 ай бұрын
*When i have a bad day i come here* lol..... CATER*
@wtffor5 ай бұрын
I hope I can always cheer up all my viewers if they need a high five. Thanks for your support Cater!
@rockercater5 ай бұрын
@@wtffor *Thank you for a place to figure things out* *Its a kind of Hot Wheels therapy* *cater*
@mtz6606 жыл бұрын
Many of your black walls came with red lines as well, I own a few in redline form.
@flomile20057 жыл бұрын
Great Video again... Just wondering if you include the shipping in your pricing? The shipping cost are sometimes more than the actual car value. Thanks.
@monsieurdiecasts33936 жыл бұрын
The black walls GMC Motor Home goes anywhere from CAD $10 to $20 in mint loose condition on eBay, it’s quite common.
@NitrousDiecast7 жыл бұрын
Cool video! Do you know how much the chrome large charge might go for?
@rockercater9 ай бұрын
*******BROTHER YOUR A HOT WHEEL GOD************************************* *CATER*
@Wrguitar9417 жыл бұрын
again wtf awesome diecast guru
@chrisbeck11367 жыл бұрын
Very informative
@snakeplissken31505 жыл бұрын
I WAS IN 10TH GRADE, WILD
@jeffcole19142 жыл бұрын
lol I found a fire eater in a shoe at an estate sale I’m not a hot wheels guy but I noticed the logo is in letter not cursive hot wheels Mattel inc 1976 date 1976 Hong Kong dark red I can’t believe these guys are so nice after all these years
@bravo91247 жыл бұрын
Nice Carabo
@gordonwilson1679 Жыл бұрын
Did you also know that the 2nd wind hotwheel was also used in a cartoon show call "speed racer" as the mach 5..
@markostermayer36147 жыл бұрын
Do you know the value of the black Porsche? I own one. Even though it's nowhere near mint, do you know the value of one?
@thomaswiman38043 жыл бұрын
Very cool thanks
@josesanchezberber50907 жыл бұрын
Buen video...
@seregahv75316 жыл бұрын
У нас такой коллекции не соберёшь.((
@timsmith3475 Жыл бұрын
Thanks!👍👍👍
@roadhog33316 жыл бұрын
Wait. I have a question. When you showed the Supervan in the Superchromes series You only a Blackwall version and not a redline version. I know the redline version does exist because I have one in my collection I bought at a yard sale in a box of mixed cars. Is the redline van very rare? is it rarer than the Blackwall van? and if so how much do you think it could bring?
@chainraiderdiscgolf2 жыл бұрын
I have the GMC Motor Home... Can't remember what condition it is in... I think it is probably a little chipped up.
@mrgitarman6 жыл бұрын
The 1976 redline Staff car you mentioned $450 value, or near. But the harder to find blackwall in this year only $300, possibly more? I just wondered if you were mistaken before? I have the blackwall.
@michaelparylak56492 жыл бұрын
I got lucky and found a Carabo. I did better. I only paid $15 for mine about 3 years ago. I don't have the box but mine's pretty much in the same condition as yours. I did check my posts. All good 👍😁 be curious to know what you might know about "noodle head" from 1970 redline
@leonelplascencia29908 ай бұрын
Baja bruiser my favorite
@jeffmumm96444 ай бұрын
It seems like your prices are really cheap but my only reference is ebay and antique stores. Where do you find em for these prices? Really enjoyed the video. 👍🏻
@wtffor4 ай бұрын
Prices are cheap now as this video is outdated on values being several years old. Thanks for watching and I am glad you enjoyed this video!!
@pablomalmon3 жыл бұрын
Hi, I find a Chief special with the base said usa and canada I can't find info about it even Mike Zarnock never saw it! Do you know about it?
@wtffor3 жыл бұрын
Let me check on that , I'll get back to you in your follow-up soon
@pablomalmon3 жыл бұрын
@@wtffor thanks!
@michaelleduc53286 ай бұрын
Sorry I can't seem, to find, attachment icon.for pics.
@michaellewis39784 жыл бұрын
I still have about 7-8 of those
@drewwood67903 жыл бұрын
I have that Same Buzz Off with Beetle Tampo. In good shape. Not attached to it either. Just saying. lol
@ReviewedYourVideo8 ай бұрын
I've been looking for a metal base blackwall khaki kooler. You wouldn't buy chance have a lead on one?
@wtffor8 ай бұрын
No, sorry, i do not
@motomark97366 жыл бұрын
Somebody swapped the wheels out on that T total....that's why they are loose
@wtffor6 жыл бұрын
I agree.... an expensive mistake buying it and not returning it immediately. Live and learn...
@motomark97366 жыл бұрын
I have the heavy chevy chrome redline with the green tampo like in this video I got lucky found it in ebay for $28 shipped and it looks like was never played with I found it on a buy it now at 4 am it was luck i was up running searches all night on there
@stevesebzda5705 жыл бұрын
@@wtffor , I have a question. You too @Mark Holm. Do the new redline wheels available for those restoration videos yas see differ than the original redline wheels ? And 2, do the 70s models in video (like your Tea Totaler) have that inner white nylon bushing/hub on the inside of those replaced redlines..? (Oh, that's TWO questions..?! Lol. Well then laugh you two lol) Oh, just stick some replacement redlines on it.. unless it's good for instructional purposes for us lol. Good videos
@stevesebzda5705 жыл бұрын
PS: that counterfeiting sucks (yeah, the big one too). Damn shame.
@stevesebzda5705 жыл бұрын
@@wtffor, that person that sold you that with those scraggly wheels is going ta' rot in hell for at least not having decent old 70s wheels doe ya. At the very least, you know you have some old wheels on there. Still a shame a little though for lesson learned.
@LEGOJediMaster4 жыл бұрын
There is a guy on Ebay you is selling a forged redline motorhome, he couldn't even get the right amount on these wheels, he had the different redline s
@wtffor4 жыл бұрын
Gotta be careful of those unscrupulous ebay sellers!
@michaelleduc53286 ай бұрын
So tried to send, you pics. But it says add recipient. It didn't work. Maybe you can help, me do that. Sincerely M.
@nataliexdresser62522 жыл бұрын
I think that letter getter always had some tampo missed from new I opened mine because the card was terrible and my tampo is not perfect
@oliviahernandez6788 Жыл бұрын
Hi baby
@Wingedoverphotos6 жыл бұрын
I cant remember if ive ever asked you this. What is your favorite HW casting? Gmc motorhome 57 chevy 40s woodies Are mine. I heard you say that the gmc motorhome is one favorite of yours. I really like the LEO India motorhomes but cant really afford them. I have lots of the green n orange ones. But no redline :( my dream motorhome to have is the gold one that was made for GMC employees only. But there going for $1,000-$1,200
@Wingedoverphotos6 жыл бұрын
I think i do remember telling you that the only LEO motorhome i have is the red spiderman one with yellow tampo
@Wingedoverphotos6 жыл бұрын
Oh also theres a guy in my FB groups that has a AMAZING zwhiz collection and another guy who has a hi tail collection that is Museum worthy
@wtffor6 жыл бұрын
I agree completely with everything you stated... I'm also wishing I could afford to add the gold Employee promo GMC Motorhome to my collection, but I've only seen it sell once for over a thousand dollars... a bit too rich for me these days for just one car. As for a favorite casting, there are too many to decide on, LOL, but the GMC Motorhome is high up there on my list. Thanks for the comment/question!
@kristopherb80462 жыл бұрын
O dawg got a question. I have looked on ebay and all the staff cars are fake. How do I find a real one even in crap condition? I really would like to get one that at least has the side tampo readable . I watched most of your videos many times and that is one of the cars I crave the most.
@wtffor Жыл бұрын
They are so very tough to find, especially real ones. Must buy from a reputable seller when one comes up, otherwise it's questionable if authentic. You'll know if the pictures are really good. If not, it's fake.
@kristopherb8046 Жыл бұрын
@@wtffor hope to find a real one one of these days. I would prefer the black wall. I put the word out to a couple groups I am in to keep an eye out for any around $500 regardless of condition. Essentially the black wall staff car is my holy grail. I would have never known it even existed if it was not for your videos.
@motorcyclemark28892 жыл бұрын
Prices have almost doubled on most of these since this video prices now are getting crazy
@oliviahernandez6788 Жыл бұрын
Hi
@oliviahernandez6788 Жыл бұрын
I have a fire eater from thailand 1976 do You know how much does it cost?
@douiejordan79903 жыл бұрын
Hey sorry cant remember name of car but its the cutlass army car. As you was talking n how rare and no info on where it came from. Idk but go look at the left front wheel. It is a capped center and the other 3 wheels are normal black walls.
@wtffor3 жыл бұрын
Interesting, it's a transitional axle it seems! 🤔
@JuliaCV96 жыл бұрын
And, How rare is a vintage 1977 '57 Thunderbird?
@zarularif54663 жыл бұрын
Hi sir.. Do you keep a old black van which has a spoiler on rear top.. This van and el rey special was print together in old one card.. I just want to know the name of the van and are they exist or not. But i believe its exist same as el rey (looks like old green f1 car).. Tq so much sir