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Manta Ray

Manta Ray debuted in Rod & Custom 2-Car Sets. It was produced across 2001 – 2002. The casting is credited to Larry Wood. Reference sections include Description, Versions, Gallery, References.

2001 First Released2002 100% Hot WheelsAmerican CarsLicensed Hot Wheels100% Hot WheelsVehicles with Movable PartsDiscontinued VehiclesCars with exposed Engines
Debut year2001
Debut seriesRod & Custom 2-Car Sets
Produced years2001 – 2002
DesignerLarry Wood
Collector no.27836
Reference statusOpen catalog page

Mantaray (1)
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Manta Ray first appears in Rod & Custom 2-Car Sets. The current catalog tracks it across 2001 – 2002. Designer credit is listed as Larry Wood. Check Description, Versions, Gallery before trusting a vague seller title.

  • 2001 First Released
  • 2002 100% Hot Wheels
  • American Cars
  • Licensed Hot Wheels
  • 100% Hot Wheels
  • Vehicles with Movable Parts
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Reference images

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Reference image sourced from the Hot Wheels Wiki casting page gallery.
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Reference image sourced from the Hot Wheels Wiki casting page gallery.
Hot Wheels casting reference photo
Reference image sourced from the Hot Wheels Wiki casting page gallery.
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