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Buns of Steel

Buns of Steel debuted in Fast Foodie. It was produced across 2018 - Present. The casting is credited to Ryu Asada. Reference sections include Description, Versions, 2018 card, See also.

Ryu Asada DesignsUnlicensed Hot WheelsNew for 2018Hot Wheels Original DesignsFast Foodie SeriesHW Metro Series1:642020 Treasure Hunts
Debut year2018
Debut seriesFast Foodie
Produced years2018 - Present
DesignerRyu Asada
Collector no.FJV59
Reference statusOpen catalog page
BunsOfSteel
Collector identity

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Buns of Steel is listed with Fast Foodie as its first catalog lane. The production window shown here is 2018 - Present. Known designer credit: Ryu Asada. Use the Description, Versions, 2018 card notes to confirm the casting before you price it.

  • Ryu Asada Designs
  • Unlicensed Hot Wheels
  • New for 2018
  • Hot Wheels Original Designs
  • Fast Foodie Series
  • HW Metro Series
Exact variation matching

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  • Match the title to Buns of Steel before reading price claims.
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Reference images

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Hot Wheels casting reference photo
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Hot Wheels casting reference photo
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Preproduction has a dark bun
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