Redline Archeology answers the on-going demand of Hot Wheels collectors' desire to learn the secrets to discovering rare, original collections. Sparked by a child's excitement over a new toy in 1968, the book chronicles 25 years of amazing scores. The detailed history recounts how Bob Young has become one of the most successful and unique collectors in the hobby today. The secrets within the pages reveal how he discovered original collections, to how his techniques have evolved with the ever-changing technology. Filled with great photos and stories about some of the most interesting and incredible finds, Redline Archeology is a must read for any serious collector of not only Hot Wheels, but any collectible.

Redline Archeology 2 uncovers all the secrets to finding the original Redline Hot Wheels cars and collections from the sixties and seventies. Ignited by a single car in 1968, the author has discovered approximately thirty thousand vintage Hot Wheels cars over the past thirty years. The detailed history leading up to the author's introduction to Hot Wheels will take you down a remarkably familiar memory lane. Readers will certainly relate to many of the author's stories and experiences growing up in the sixties.The highly detailed collectors guide and all the incredible secrets on finding the original Hot Wheels is a step-by-step grass roots approach. Every passionate Hot Wheels collector can benefit regardless of their budget from the detailed instructions presented. Many of the most amazing cars and collections over the past three years are covered in detail with multiple color photos. You will see cars that were never known to exist in the hobby, until now. Redline Archeology 2 is truly a must read for any passionate collector of not only Hot Wheels, but any collectible. Never has such an incredibly successful collector in the hobby revealed his secrets to finding the original Redline Hot Wheels.

Identification and values of collectible hot wheels from 1968 to 1977.

The Hot Wheels*r models produced between 1968 and 1972 represent the vintage years for this line of toy vehicles and they still drive the hobby of collecting these cars 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.

HOT WHEELS PROTOTYPES is an insightful new book for all ages. Readers will enjoy the narrative history of Hot Wheels prototypes from the moment Mattel founder, Elliot Handler first said, "Why not we try?" to the research and development department's lively competition to bring the coolest cars to the table! Adults and kids alike will love the beautiful, never before seen photos of Hot Wheels cars in the beginning, middle, and finished stages. Even the serious Hot Wheels collector will be fascinated by the rare interviews and never before seen internal photos and documentation. Hot Wheels experts, Bruce Pascal and Mike Zarnock have pooled their knowledge to showcase and explain the history of each prototype car in Bruce's amazing collection. However, their real intent is to inspire the reader to cherish Hot Wheels, whether they're just getting started or now want to add the word prototype to their existing collection!

Showcases and details the rare, popular, forgotten, and beloved figures coveted by fans the world over.

Redline Archeology answers the on-going demand of Hot Wheels collectors' desire to learn the secrets to discovering rare, original collections. Sparked by a child's excitement over a new toy in 1968, the book chronicles 25 years of amazing scores. The detailed history recounts how Bob Young has become one of the most successful and unique collectors in the hobby today. The secrets within the pages reveal how he discovered original collections, to how his techniques have evolved with the ever-changing technology. Filled with great photos and stories about some of the most interesting and incredible finds, Redline Archeology is a must read for any serious collector of not only Hot Wheels, but any collectible.