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Saltflat Racer

Saltflat Racer debuted in First Editions. It was produced across 1997 – 2008. The casting is credited to Greg Padginton. Reference sections include Description, Versions, See Also, Gallery.

1997 First EditionsTreasure HuntsMystery Car (2008)Mystery CarsGreg Padginton DesignsHot Wheels Original DesignsUnlicensed Hot WheelsDiscontinued Vehicles
Debut year1997
Debut seriesFirst Editions
Produced years1997 – 2008
DesignerGreg Padginton
Collector no.16673
Reference statusOpen catalog page

Saltflat Racer Red
Collector identity

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Saltflat Racer first appears in First Editions. The current catalog tracks it across 1997 – 2008. Designer credit is listed as Greg Padginton. Check Description, Versions, See Also before trusting a vague seller title.

  • 1997 First Editions
  • Treasure Hunts
  • Mystery Car (2008)
  • Mystery Cars
  • Greg Padginton Designs
  • Hot Wheels Original Designs
Exact variation matching

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  • Match the title to Saltflat Racer before reading price claims.
  • Use 1997 – 2008 as the production-window check.
  • Cross-check Description, Versions before calling the variation exact.
  • Use the open page for reference. Use membership for sold comps and value ranges.
Reference images

Real collector images for this casting and its known visual checkpoints.

Prototype (markscoolestwheels.com)
Reference image sourced from the Hot Wheels Wiki casting page gallery.
Hills 1997 Year In Review III (set on right)
Reference image sourced from the Hot Wheels Wiki casting page gallery.
1997 Year In Review III Hills
Reference image sourced from the Hot Wheels Wiki casting page gallery.
2004 Saltflat Racer front by 24/Drawing
Reference image sourced from the Hot Wheels Wiki casting page gallery.
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