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BMW M1

BMW M1 debuted in Real Riders. It was produced across 1983 - 1996 (original) 2012 - present (retool). The casting is credited to Larry Wood. Reference sections include Description, Versions, Trivia, 1996 card.

BMW CarsLarry Wood DesignsLicensed Hot WheelsGerman CarsThe Hot OnesHeroes on Hot WheelsTattoo MachinesColor Changers
Debut year1983
Debut seriesReal Riders
Produced years1983 - 1996 (original) 2012 - present (retool)
DesignerLarry Wood
Collector no.3289
Reference statusOpen catalog page
BMW M1 RedRR
Collector identity

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BMW M1 is listed with Real Riders as its first catalog lane. The production window shown here is 1983 - 1996 (original) 2012 - present (retool). Known designer credit: Larry Wood. Use the Description, Versions, Trivia notes to confirm the casting before you price it.

  • BMW Cars
  • Larry Wood Designs
  • Licensed Hot Wheels
  • German Cars
  • The Hot Ones
  • Heroes on Hot Wheels
Exact variation matching

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  • Match the title to BMW M1 before reading price claims.
  • Use 1983 - 1996 (original) 2012 - present (retool) 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.

Ultra Hots Prototype Blister (Larry Wood Collection)
Reference image sourced from the Hot Wheels Wiki casting page gallery.
Ultra Hots Prototype Blister (Larry Wood Collection)
Reference image sourced from the Hot Wheels Wiki casting page gallery.
Ultra Hots Prototype Blister (Larry Wood Collection)
Reference image sourced from the Hot Wheels Wiki casting page gallery.
Luis Montesdeoca Prototype
Reference image sourced from the Hot Wheels Wiki casting page gallery.
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