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Shelby Turbine

Shelby Turbine debuted in Grand Prix. It was produced across 1969 - 1971. The casting is credited to Ira Gilford. Reference sections include STP-Paxton Turbocar History, Description, Versions, Gallery.

Grand PrixIra Gilford DesignsLicensed Hot WheelsAmerican CarsShelby CarsRacing Vehicles1960s1:64
Debut year1969
Debut seriesGrand Prix
Produced years1969 - 1971
DesignerIra Gilford
Collector no.6265
Reference statusOpen catalog page
Shelbyturbine
Collector identity

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Shelby Turbine is listed with Grand Prix as its first catalog lane. The production window shown here is 1969 - 1971. Known designer credit: Ira Gilford. Use the STP-Paxton Turbocar History, Description, Versions notes to confirm the casting before you price it.

  • Grand Prix
  • Ira Gilford Designs
  • Licensed Hot Wheels
  • American Cars
  • Shelby Cars
  • Racing Vehicles
Exact variation matching

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  • Match the title to Shelby Turbine before reading price claims.
  • Use 1969 - 1971 as the production-window check.
  • Cross-check STP-Paxton Turbocar History, Description 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.

Resin prototype (Bruce Pascal collection)
Reference image sourced from the Hot Wheels Wiki casting page gallery.
Blue Epoxy prototype (Bruce Pascal collection)
Reference image sourced from the Hot Wheels Wiki casting page gallery.
1970 Fan Club magazine Car/Image #29
Reference image sourced from the Hot Wheels Wiki casting page gallery.
Chrome Dinner car (Bruce Pascal collection)
Reference image sourced from the Hot Wheels Wiki casting page gallery.
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