One Hit Wonders: 10 Must-Have Hot Wheels Castings that were only used once.

[@lamleygroup]

Loved this viewer request! This is Part 1 of 3! Which models do you want?

[@nidalonso8692]

MC12 is 🔥

[@knowledgeverkerk4167]

A new mold for the toyota mr2 sw20

[@LiamG-95]

I have two castings of the W8, and they are my rarest, most expensive HW cars.

[@SamuraiBlues5]

this is gg to sound weird. but models with side view mirrors.

[@ShadyMrk]

I would like to see the Mini Countryman WRC, that was such a nice model and they never brought it back Another one and done that we know why it won’t come back soon would be the LaFerrari, it was the last new Ferrari they did before they lost the license, it would be cool to see it in part 2 or 3

[@joshgeoffrion1911]

I got the MC12 both FTE and First variation 10 spokes and I got the Hot Wheels Elite 1/18. I also have 2 Quattroportes . The MC-12 is my favorite car of all time so I'm very grateful to have it in a model format

[@smilinmenacediecast]

I have the TT RS from Speed Machines, another one and done casting. I had the orange one growing up, lost that one. I later found a mint silver one at a flea market last summer for $2. Quite a steal considering how much they go for these days.

[@Arnie3]

I still have the orange one. I think I’ve had it for 14 years lol

[@BIazeren]

I remember passing up on a silver one in favor of an orange GTR SpecV (also from Speed Machines) many years ago. Today, I drive a 2nd gen TT and that silver casting is the closest any 1:64 diecast brand has gotten to it. I seriously regret picking the GTR over it.

[@joeharkins7476]

Love it. The vector was all over car magazines when I was a kid just getting into hot wheels. It was the future of supercars and it never came to fruition. Would love to see it come back… While it would look great in the way it would look wicked in black

[@miked3168]

The car in real life is junk. Can't find parts for it or even tires. It was thrown together with bin parts from merkur and so on.

[@lightdot459]

@@miked3168 before weigart died you could get new wheels from him to put modern tires on. When he died his shop was put through the auction and I saw a ton of half finished cnc cut wheels for the vectors out there. If you owned one, you likely knew and were in contact with weigart

[@torreshammond8554]

that TTRS casting is epic，so sad didn't buy one 7 years ago，wish it could be released one day in the current premium series

[@MaximusOverdrive]

My all time favorite video of yours was the original version of this. Vector W8* has always been one of my favorite cars IRL and I'm glad to own the Hot Wheels version. One-and-dones (or two-and-dones) are some of the coolest to have to have in a collection, I usually deliberately go after them for that very reason. DB4 Zagato, LaFerrari*, MC12*, NFS Mustang*, Audi TTS, Murcielago SV*, 250 California, Mini Countryman, Mustang II, Vector M12*... the list just goes on and on. It's truly baffling considering some of these castings are superb and licensing in theory shouldn't inhibit newer releases. ("*" means I have it)

[@VladimirBlarp]

There are many Hollywood based castings that we'll probably never see in any other forms (Simpsons cars, 101 Dalmations, Jetsons, red Grease Lightning car, etc) . There are many 70's and 80's castings also that were done 1 time in 1 color and never returned again. Hopefully you touch on some of those

[@davidweise9018]

The yellow Mustang II you have shown is based on real show cars called the "Munroe Handlers. 6 custcom cars were built in a joint venture between Monroe shocks & Hot Rod Magazine . Car Craft was also involved in the builds which were body kits added to the Mustang II's . Revell Models also made model kits of this custom car

[@hotwheelsbob2000]

They did the first one in all steel and the others that were give aways had fiberglass body parts that were from molds pulled from the first one. IMSA was big at the time but this was wild even for an IMSA knock off!

[@82hellas]

I try to collect as many different licensed cars as I can. Love to have assortments of cars from all manufacturers. I saw the quadttroporte at a hot wheels toy show in my town and wanted it. I never knew it was a once and done! So glad I picked it up! The MC12 is still one of my favorite real cars but can’t see spending so much on a HW. Hopefully I’ll get lucky at another show sometimes.

[@BLACKAAROW]

I actually got the quattroporte when I was a kid and always loved the clean look of it, never found the MC-12 in the wild tho, gonna look for one on Ebay eventually...

[@Jared_Cunanan]

Nissan Skyline Silhouette R30 was also a one-hit wonder.

[@Jared_Cunanan]

@Aramis Rodriguez Actually it was on 2019 in Car Culture Silhouette Series

[@Chevygang23LT]

And it has come back out this year in the 3 pack and 20 pack. In blue

[@Jared_Cunanan]

@@Chevygang23LT The Skyline Silhouette R30 i was talking about not the R30.

[@Chevygang23LT]

@@Jared_Cunanan oh, ok, have to try and get one.

[@jeromeflaherty2069]

Definitely a one hit only because it's awful compared to the Tomica R31 car which can be easily acquired and has way more detail. We got the Paul Newman car and it just doesn't do the actual car any justice.

[@dew2667]

Fat Bax Corvette!! Total one and done material, but still fits in with my Vette collection!!!

[@KanzakiZD]

there's surprisingly a lot of unknown hotwheels casting until today. thank you for sharing!

[@sailorjerry3720]

Love this series! Tough call. I like them all. That Ferrari, the Vector is awesome, and I admit I really want the TTS!

[@jimjohanson8152]

I found a mint condition Vector (as well as a Boulevard F40) for $3 a piece at a flea market a few months ago, easily one of my favorite castings!

[@randybock82]

Some very interesting models. The outside setting and natural light really enhanced the vehicles. Thanks for video.

[@ForPetesake552]

Very nice collection of rare castings. If I hadn’t watched this video, I probably wouldn’t believe some of them ever existed. Thanks.

[@brandongaines1731]

I, for one, WOULD like to see the Mustang II in a second release; personally, I'd like to see it done in a similar "ugly car" paint job, maybe the reddish-orange of the center stripe as the base color with the bold yellow of the base color on this model as the two outside stripes, then the center stripe done in maybe a forest green. I personally have what I strongly suspect to be a one-and-done mainline casting in my collection, and if any of you have information to the contrary, then PLEASE tell me! It's a variant casting of the Chevy Stocker with small rear wheel wells and cast-in doors, and as far as I know, it's only ever been released in white with indigo, red, and silver tampos decorated as a Huffman Racing no 1 car. They later released the IROC Firebird in an adapted version of the same paint scheme, but I personally like how they executed that scheme on the modified Chevy Stocker better. If it truly is a one-and-done casting (and the unmodified Chevy Stocker casting did appear for a while after in both the original and Track Stars toolings, so it can't be a licensing issue, can it?) then I would REALLY like to see a return of this casting for just one more run - maybe they could do another run of their "The Lost Cars of China" series with it in it, or maybe a "The Lost Cars of Malaysia" or "... of Thailand", depending on where it was manufactured (not going downstairs to look at it just to finish this post lol).

[@hayleynoellebroders8247]

That Quattroporte was my second ever ostensibly 'good' model (the code my dad and I used for castings based on real motors with printed lights). As a result of unboxing it at age four it's seen quite the beating but never left my carry cases. At 22 with nearly 300 cars to my collection of 'good models', it's so nice to see something here that was pivotal in kickstarting a near life-long hobby in it's pristine glory!

[@ToyHunter-wc9dz]

I've always loved that Vector. I've had mine since its retail release. Just recently I found one at a toy show for $2!!!! He sold me a few Speed Machines for $2 each as well (a black and an orange R35 GT-R!!!). I couldn't get the cash out fast enough. I hadn't seen another W8 in person since I bought mine all those years ago. I have the MC-12 as well, but we really need some kind of premium supercar series that features cars like the Maserati. Time to hunt down the Plymouth Belvedere GTX...I can't believe I don't have one.

[@thecloud1432]

i have the MC12, but of course my kid-self also thought it was really cool and played with it a lot. its pretty beat up haha

[@rouge4736]

SAME WITH MINE

[@x-90]

One hit wonders that I want back Mercedes 300td Nissan R30 Super Silhouette James Bond Lotus Esprit Submarine Peugeot 206 1991 Holden Commodore Nissan Vision 2020 Jaguar I Pace E Trophy

[@fordfandiecast]

Great topic!! Love seeing these 1 off's. My favorites are the Vector the Mustang II and the Nova, even tho its a little off looking.

[@jimmysuperduty1484]

The '86 pro stock thunderbird is a good one for this, even though there are 2 we havent seen that casting since flying colors in 2012 i believe. I always thought it was a great car and not well known either

[@simonscarstuff2910]

Nice showcase, interesting theme. The Maseratis actually got me into peghunting and I still have that Quattroporte, never got my hands on the MC12, would love to though. The Lincoln and Mustang II are very cool tidbits of automotive history that I wouldn't mind adding to my collection. Happy I have the Vector, would love to find the M12 version in lilac from the mainline to compliment it. The TT-S is interesting but I'm rather content with the MBX mainline TT-RS 3rd gen, great cast! Looking forward to the 2 other parts 👍👍

[@patrickflanagan862]

I had 2 Quattroportes and an MC12 when I was a kid, by the time I was old enough to find the Hot Wheels wiki I was so sad those castings were so rarely used later.

[@christiannakamura1187]

I have the Maserati Quattroporte and the Futura. I'd love to have the RLC RWB and the Plymouth Belvedere! Excited to see where this series goes.

[@mahalalel7771]

The Vector V8 is something else! Imagine driving that for real. The windshield is massive, along with a glass canopy it'd be like a fighter jets cockpit.

[@shootingmach12]

I really hope the Bad Mudder is featured here... A shame that was only available for 1998.

[@Mace2.0]

I think one that should be mentioned was the Skyline R30 Silhouette. Very nice piece. If we're talking about something more than just premiums, then I could say the Peugeot 206, which is the last Peugeot car in the entire Hot Wheels line since 2005. Another is a couple lines: The Zowees which are the original HW Micros back in the 70s, and Speed Racer. The latter costs a pretty penny for one of each.

[@1ChilledDude]

The Vector of course. It's a no brainer. But the the Lincoln Futura is a nice surprise. I'd love to see that model again too.

[@BluesBoyJonny]

This was fun! Looking forward to part 2 and 3!

[@E92M3KC]

The other interesting casting I hope gets shared is the SL55 amg from the summer racin set!

[@j.antoniojimenezespinosa1]

Option "C" I want your collection! 🤣😏🤣 Regards from 🇲🇽 👋🏻

[@haroldalexis4200]

Hi there. The 2 FORDS The Lincoln Futura & The Yellow FORD MUSTANG. The Chevrolet Nova in the chrome painted is a gem. 💎🚘🚗🚕🚖🚙

[@TorchicNidoran1994]

I have that exact MC12 car! Back then Maserati had some awesome looking cars and I was lucky to get it since I thought it looked so cool and Project Gotham 3 made me love it with how fast it was and how menacing it's engine sounded. Shame it was only around for a brief time in the mid 2000s but I'm hanging on to mine

[@strictlydiecast785]

Man I absolutely love these kinda videos! Really looking forward to part 2 and 3! Also that dream customs mat is epic for a car show!! Really wish I could come to that and snag one!

[@johnosbourn4312]

I have the two Masers, and I'd like to see more of these one, and done features!

[@dracoarton94]

I'm lucky to have the Vector in my collection. It's sitting on a shelf with the rest of my loose rare/special cars

[@SteveBrandon]

I have most of these except for the RLC RWB Porsche (since I can't afford RLC), the Modern Classics Chevy Nova (never saw in stores in Ottawa), and the silver Audi TTS (but I have the orange and blue ones). I think I only ever saw the You Only Live Twice 2000GT convertible in stores a single time, so I'm very glad I picked it up.

[@andrewphippsphillips1455]

The one that got released, then disappeared rapidly,was the WRC Mini Countryman rally car. Was in white/red then white/dark green, then vanished. I bought both of those Mazzers out when new. Love the MC12 (Ferrari Enzo cousin) and actually had TWO of the Quattroporte (it's quattro-por-tay BTW) and I loved the combination of metallic denim blue with that dark tan interior. A very very under appreciated car both in 1/64 but in real life too.

[@Docdug]

I have the Toyota GT2000 and the Maserati MC12 and I’d love to get the Ferrari and the Vector. I’ve only seen one Vector in person at a Concours. It is such a unique vehicle. Anywho, looking forward to the next video! Cheers Doc

[@MaverickUK77]

Great video subject! Love a bit of HW history!

[@diecastgoblin]

I think this is one of my favorite videos. You should do this but with the top 10 rarest and hardest to get from a specific genre in hotwheels.

[@LiamG-95]

I have two castings of the Vector W8 - one for both of my houses. They are also my rarest Hot Wheels cars.

[@martinleckie6870]

This is a great series! I haven't seen the Mercedes CL55 from Team Baurtwell mentioned.

[@ferrisfindsdiecast]

Very cool video. Some of these I knew about and some I didn't. As always, thanks for taking the time out to share with us!

[@du24pont70]

I have to admit, I'm a closet Mustang II fan. Had a friend that had one back in the late 80's that was a coupe with a 302 under the hood. All stock. It was quick enough for what it was and kinda surprised a few people. With a few basic mods, I think it could've been so much better.

[@harveyshotwheels]

The Vector is definitely a must have 😁 Koenigsegg Agera R could’ve made it but then Mattel decided to bring it back with the proper real riders 😆👍🏻 This vid pushes me to accept my friend’s offer to take his blue TTRS 😊

[@miked3168]

Big difference is that the hot wheels of the vector will hold up better than the real life car

[@TheJohnnyef9]

I have both Maserattis in my collection and I really liked them because I think they were part of the Realistix theme. Some one and done cars in my collection that I love are the Alfa Romeo Prototipo B.A.T 9

[@RCCustomCats]

I’ve got the matte black RWB, would love the purple TT. Those Audi are a pretty nice casting. And I mean, Ferris’s rari!

[@jordanabrams3204]

That nova is sweet.and the vector looks so much like the kit concept car that just came out the whole back of the casting is the vector.

[@carmad21993]

Got the Qiuattroporte when new and got the MC12 in a bundle of 2nd hand stuff earlier this year, both really nice castings, surprised that they're as rare as that

[@kaiser98berlin]

I didn't got to have a boxed mc12 but got one pre loved boy is it a tremendously done cast!

[@DavidSmith-ke1xb]

I have that nova, seen the Silverado and the blue fastback mustang at Mattel store in Chino at reservoir Avenue in 2010 or so. Only enough for one car that day, the nova. Wish it was the Silverado though. #1, pick is the vector for sure. Thanks

[@spencerschuckman1108]

It would be nice to see either Vector casting come back, I have both. I haven't seen the Isuzu Vehicross either.

[@t3h51d3w1nd3r]

Man that Vector W8 was such a cool looking car, I remember using it all the time in gran turismo 2. The 2000GT and Lincoln Futura are nice too. Apparently George Barris bought the original off Lincoln for a dollar.

[@Davids_Hobbies]

This is why HW lost the Maserati license. Fiat-Chrysler, who already owned Ferrari, bought Maserati. After it was bought, Ferrari started producing the engines for Maserati. The Quattroporte and the MC12 use Ferrari engines and the MC12 actually shares the same chassis as the Ferrari Enzo. Since HW lost the Ferrari license, Maserati had to go along with it unfortunately.

[@BLACKAAROW]

interesting, when did HW lose the license like around 2014/2015? if that's the case it still doesn't explain why no maserati HW cars were made for a decade up until they lost the Ferrari license.

[@Davids_Hobbies]

@@BLACKAAROW honestly I don't remember when HW lost the Ferrari license and I assume that no Maseratis were made after was because they weren't popular, which was stated in the video. Disappointing that no other Maseratis were made. I'd like a Granturismo or the new MC20 but unfortunately that doesn't look like that's gonna happen.

[@BLACKAAROW]

@@Davids_Hobbies yeah the quattroporte was my favorite i actually found one when i was 10 way back when it first came out lol

[@zeruiahwild1]

Luckily we have the newest Audi TT as a Matchbox Model which I bought recently but all of those are awesome great video!

[@cj41079]

loving these series....keep up the good work!

[@adhemartucker8171]

I still miss all my toy cars I had when I was a little kid.i remember playing with them all day.

[@Kllwtch_]

Isn't the Prototipo Alfa Romeo B.A.T. 9 also a one and done from the mainline?

[@johnbarnes6832]

Yes, it is, appeared in silver and then disappeared.

[@EJaDav]

I’m so glad that the Agera doesn’t qualify anymore. I’d been trying to get one for years before they announced that it was coming back. Truly a euphoric moment to open the package that contained my grail.

[@hotwheelsbrothers687]

6:13 I saw that one at an Antique shop! But I did not have the moneys 😢

[@bobbyjones2112]

This is a great idea. I can’t wait till the next one. I don’t have any of these cars..

[@wapartist]

That RWB is incredible

[@sipsap505ssio5]

The Mustang 2 with a Ken Block / Hoonigan design would be an absolute banger

[@shahulmohaideen235]

I dream of having the 3 castings of these RWB ! Very hard and highly priced to buy it here in SG . Only a Fairy God Mother can make my wish to come true . Nice video , its the first time I've seen of some of these rare castings

[@RajaReign78]

Cool shoutout to Doug!!! I love that guy. 😬😬😬

[@karlroach6578]

Nice video, a great topic, I have the basic mc12,quatrroporte (a terrific casting), vector one of the porsches,blue and bronze TTS also a terrific casting, can't wait to see the next two videos, thankyou ,cheers mate

[@scoupedively5798]

The Retro Entertainment series seemingly is endless. Never knew they did Tommy Boy, only found out in the last 6 months about Snowman's rig from Smokey and The Bandit.. Crazy world out there. I'm happy to have nabbed the Boulevard Vector when it was new, along with the Mustang II and the Civic Si. The 2010's was a great time to be a collector between Classics, Vintage Racers, Modern Classics, Redlines, Cool Classics, The Hot Ones, Flying Customs..... Surprised you didn't make a nod towards the new KITT Concept clearly cribbing the lines of the Vector W8TT. You can't NOT see it. Speaking of seeing things, great theme! Can't wait for the next batch, hope you mention the "other" Superbird from the 100% line.

[@TheSimonhammond]

I'm from the UK and I'd love to see Monograms Exacts re-released? I have the Mustang, '57 Chevy, '90s Ford Thunderbird and the Pontiac Grand Prix. I think the TT-S looks great in the red. Hotwheels should bring back their old look wheels from the 80's...........? Purely from a nostalgic view. Greenlight seem to have the edge on Hotwheels with detail castings. Everyone gets nostalgic over 80's cars but the Vector W2 and W8 has the 80's vibe all in one.

[@jefftaylor5724]

Love the once and done video! More please!

[@mackyj388]

The one and done I'm kind of up set about is the Dark Gray Jeep Grand Cherokee from the Fast and Furious movie. To my knowledge they have not done another casting of it. When it came out I was sure we would see other colors and variations of it.

[@eder7468]

It was supposed to come out for the I'd series as well but it got canceled

[@FREEDOOOOM]

The Maserati Quattroporte and the Chevy Nova castings seem to be a bit off. Not a fan of the Mustang, but I get your point. Would looove to see all the others come back. Specially the Vector! The Plymouth GTX! And the Lincoln Futura!

[@thomasmccown2121]

I love that 87 mustang with the fox body is tight 😍 👌 ❤ 💙 ♥ 😋 😍 👌 ❤ °°°°¿¿ " All of these cars would be awesome sitting on my shelf!!!" Lol God is good all the time!! God bless you all today 🙏 Shalom

[@daniel_kale]

Can't believe how much the Vector went up, I had a loose one a long time ago, and I struggled to get 10 for it at any of the shows near me.

[@skoobijetstone6187]

The Quattroporte is pronounced with a "tay" sound at the end. That's how it was when I started leaning Italian years ago. And yeah, at one point I had more Quattroportes than I knew what to do with, and both the MC12's in the white/blue two-tone and the Mystery model in the blue recolor. Not trying to brag, but I was smart enough to not only snag one, but two of the Californias right before Ferrari abandoned ship.

[@drift_works]

nop, im italian and quattroporte mean fourdoors, and its said qu-attroh-por-teh

[@skoobijetstone6187]

@@drift_works Potato potata bro, same thing

[@jeromeflaherty2069]

Another one hit is the Kenworth W900A. Seen in the Entertainment Series as the one from Smokey and the Bandit

[@thomasmccown2121]

Fox Body Mustangs 😍 😋 👌 ❤!!!!!"" Different castings and colors!!!!!!?? And paint Differences!!" That's my Take on it all!!?? Lol God bless you all today 🙏 Shalom

[@sideways4life993]

Oh wow- that Vector & Audi TTRS tho

[@55_gasser32]

Great choices John definitely forgotten models or we haven’t seen them again

[@whiffyauto2108]

Pretty sure I have that Plymouth packed away somewhere

[@2AMinLosAngeles]

I think one reason the Vector never came back is on top of licensing being an issue like you said, their founder Gerald Wiegart passed within the last few years and the company has kinda dipped in and out of existence since the late 90s. A one and done model I'd love to see come back is the Alfa Romeo BAT 9 as well as the Mercedes 300d Wagon from the 90s, although we're getting the AMG wagon soon so ill take that instead.

[@209streetracing]

I need the Toyota gt2000 convertible! Love classic Japanese and that one I had no clue existed. Love to be surprise like that.

[@patrickjackman7982]

You are really creative with your presentations I only collect license castings also but my son's collect fantasy very interesting 🤔 one time wonders. Just loving it 🤠

[@diecastwerks7873]

I'm going to add the Lincoln and the Mustang II to my collection. I have two of the RWB Porsche's. I don't have the RLC one. I would love to have it though. Just saw the Vector on Top Gear USA.

[@chrishervas8586]

I liked the Lincoln concept and the speed machines. I also happen to have that exact Maserati found at a goodwill in good condition. I wan't to know of the 2002 Saturn Ion

[@kevinwong4804]

The Bad Mudder from 1998’s mainline. Definitely a one year wonder.

[@openyoureyes1776]

Great video thanks for the research..... but I'm almost 100% positive I have a vector 20 yrs ago. With the flat face wheels with the 3 little lines on each side.

[@hotwheelsbob2000]

Yes it first came out in silver grey color.

[@TheSeventhDeadlyMatador]

I have 2 vector w8 cars and really would love to see this car come back, it's another cool car with sad back story because the issues of it's production. I saw this car in the rising sun film and loved it immediately, when I saw in the trailer for Power Drive 2000 (An abandoned kickstarter project with thousands of dollars behind it) I wanted more, if they ever find a way to bring this mold back I want to see it in more colors, honestly if they gave us a box set of the same car in all it's factory colors (especially the rare purple one) I would be all in and go out of my way to track one down if such a thing ever got made.

[@davidbeeson1178]

The Tommy boy is my favorite by far., I would not mind having the TTRS.

[@joshwangler4608]

I have the Vector, 2000Gt and TommyBoy GTX. Had the 250 California, but traded it for the dark red Rlc 240z

[@hishamaziz3282]

I love the Audi TT.. It's one of the best castings I've ever seen.

[@Arcade_Cat_]

I think I actually have that Maserati Quattroporte in a bin somewhere. Of course I wish for Ferrari to come back. I love movie cars, and that 250 GT California is such an iconic car from one of my favorite movies.

[@ethanh8791]

"in a bin somewhere" ?!

[@DrinkinDaJuice]

I have soooo many of the red Vector W8 (about 15 of them) since they were at the dollar store and I just bought them all really cheap at the time. Love the Vector because I used to drive it in the Gran Turismo PlayStation game and I instantly knew what it was

[@StickShiftStudios]

I have the vector and the MC12 with the faster than ever wheels, plus the cc rwbs. Wouldn't mind having the Maserati quattroporte.

[@Patmanx1]

a muscle coupe set would be nice. that nova, chevelle, gto judge, hurst 442, maybe a vega to finish it out?

[@blainejenrette9334]

I have the Toyota James Bond and the Vector. Gotta get a couple of those other ones.

[@K3NnY_G]

Know nothing about these, but the Vector really stuck out to me. Cool car, as they were.

[@frankdangelo6187]

I need to add 3 to my collection. The 250 California Ferrari, the Plymouth GTX and the Futura