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1/4 Mile Coupe

1/4 Mile Coupe debuted in 2003 First Editions. It was produced across 2003 - 2016. The casting is credited to Greg Padginton. Reference sections include Description, Versions, 2008 card, Gallery.

2003 First EditionsUnlicensed Hot WheelsHot Wheels Original DesignsCoupesHot RodsCars with exposed EnginesGreg Padginton Designs1:64
Debut year2003
Debut series2003 First Editions
Produced years2003 - 2016
DesignerGreg Padginton
Collector no.56360
Reference statusOpen catalog page
14MileOA
Collector identity

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1/4 Mile Coupe is listed with 2003 First Editions as its first catalog lane. The production window shown here is 2003 - 2016. Known designer credit: Greg Padginton. Use the Description, Versions, 2008 card notes to confirm the casting before you price it.

  • 2003 First Editions
  • Unlicensed Hot Wheels
  • Hot Wheels Original Designs
  • Coupes
  • Hot Rods
  • Cars with exposed Engines
Exact variation matching

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  • Match the title to 1/4 Mile Coupe before reading price claims.
  • Use 2003 - 2016 as the production-window check.
  • Cross-check Description, Versions before calling the variation exact.
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Reference images

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

Sketch by Greg Padginton on the back of the 2006 poster.
Reference image sourced from the Hot Wheels Wiki casting page gallery.
1/4 Mile Coupe in Highway 35 World Race
Reference image sourced from the Hot Wheels Wiki casting page gallery.
Front wheel comparison between typical & V8479 version
Reference image sourced from the Hot Wheels Wiki casting page gallery.
Green lantern energy track set "1/4 mile coupe"
Reference image sourced from the Hot Wheels Wiki casting page gallery.
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