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Up for sale is an exceptional, investment-grade survivor from the original 1968 Mattel Hot Wheels "Sweet 16" lineup: the Custom Volkswagen in stunning Spectraflame Rose paired with the highly coveted and rare Genuine Champagne Interior. This premium U.S. casting comes bundled with its original, authentic metal collector badge.
Casting Condition Highlights:
• Spectraflame Rose Paint (Estimated 9.2/10): A beautifully brilliant, uniform raspberry luster. The notoriously high-friction edges along the front hood ridges, nose, and wheel arches are entirely intact and free of play wear. No deep scratching or common dark oxidation "toning" spots anywhere on the body panels.
• Rare Champagne Interior: Features the distinct, highly sought-after warm cream/champagne plastic steering wheel and seating elements exclusive to select premium U.S. builds. The cabin remains completely immaculate with zero dirt accumulation or heat warping.
• Axles & Stance: The ultra-thin piano-wire suspension axles are remarkably straight. The vehicle sits completely level and square at a perfect proportional ride height, with no sagging or axle lean.
• Wheels & Chrome: The original bearing-style mag wheels fit tightly against the hubs. The brilliant mirror-chrome face plating on the wheels is nearly perfect, and the iconic red foil stripes are crisp, solid, and deep in color.
• Engine & Trim: The front-mounted blown V8 engine chrome block is incredibly bright, and the sliding plastic sunroof piece remains firmly seated and beautifully preserved in its tracks.
• Base Plate: Clean, bright silver-zinc plating stamped "MADE IN U.S.A." The metal chassis is exceptionally bright and free of dull gray oxidation or corrosion.
Authentic Metal Collector Button Included:
Packaged with a genuine 1968 Hong Kong edition metal collector badge featuring the classic green Custom VW medallion on a bright yellow background. The critical top fold-over attachment tab is fully intact and unbroken. The face shows only minor micro-flea bites along the black outer rim, while the central graphics remain clear, bold, and excellent for display.
This is a true holy grail combination for serious early-era Redline variant hunters. Please examine the high-resolution photos carefully to verify the premium condition of this piece.
Shipping & Handling:
This high-value collectible will be packed with utmost care in a sturdy box with ample bubble wrap and tracking to guarantee it arrives safely in its current near-mint condition.
