Hot Wheels 1989 - Custom Corvette
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Hot Wheels 1989 Custom Corvette
The 1989 Hot Wheels Custom Corvette is a sleek, modified sports car casting with exaggerated curves, a low stance, and bold late‑’80s graphics inspired by high‑performance Corvette customs.
The 1989 Custom Corvette is one of the most aggressive‑looking sports car castings from the late ’80s Hot Wheels lineup. It takes the recognizable Corvette shape and pushes it into custom‑car territory with a stretched nose, flared fenders, and a lowered, aerodynamic profile. The casting captures the era’s obsession with tuner‑style Corvettes, blending real‑car inspiration with Hot Wheels exaggeration.
With its metal body, sharp lines, and bright tampos, the Custom Corvette remains a favorite among collectors who appreciate modified sports cars, Corvette‑inspired designs, and late‑’80s fantasy performance castings.
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Search Custom Corvette on Amazon →Overview of the 1989 Custom Corvette casting
The Custom Corvette takes the basic proportions of a C3/C4‑era Corvette and exaggerates them into a sleek, futuristic performance car. The long hood, wide stance, and low roofline give it a dramatic silhouette that stands out in any 1980s Hot Wheels display.
- Low, aerodynamic profile with exaggerated Corvette lines
- Metal body with molded hood vents and fender detail
- Plastic base with simplified underbody
- Bright late‑’80s graphics across most releases
The casting fits squarely into the “custom performance” category of Hot Wheels fantasy cars, making it a standout piece for collectors who enjoy modified sports cars.
Key casting details
- Brand: Hot Wheels (Mattel)
- Year introduced: 1989
- Vehicle type: Custom sports car
- Body material: Die‑cast metal
- Base material: Plastic
- Wheels: Small or mid‑size 5‑spoke or basic wheels
- Scale: Approx. 1:64
Common 1989 Custom Corvette variations
The Custom Corvette saw several tampo and wheel variations in 1989. Most differences are cosmetic, but some versions are noticeably harder to find in clean condition.
| Variation | Body color | Base | Wheels | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard 1989 mainline | Bright red or metallic blue | Black plastic | Small 5‑spoke | Most common version |
| Tampo stripe variations | Red or blue | Black | Standard wheels | Minor stripe color or layout differences |
| Alternate wheel style | Red or blue | Black | Alternate small wheel | Less common; small collector premium |
How to identify an authentic 1989 Custom Corvette
- Body shape: Low, stretched Corvette‑inspired silhouette.
- Tampos: Clean late‑’80s graphics; avoid blurry or misaligned prints.
- Base markings: Standard 1980s Hot Wheels text; no crude recast indicators.
- Wheel fitment: Small wheels with a tight, even stance.
- Weight: Solid die‑cast upper body; knockoffs feel lighter.
Collector value and pricing notes
The Custom Corvette is a mid‑tier collectible with strong nostalgia appeal. Condition and tampo clarity matter most, and carded examples remain the most desirable.
- Loose, played with: Typically low‑dollar due to paint wear.
- Loose, near mint: More desirable for display collectors.
- Carded: Strongest value; clean blister and sharp graphics are key.
- Wheel/tampo variations: Small premiums depending on scarcity.
For collectors building out the 1989 Hot Wheels lineup, the Custom Corvette is a must‑have thanks to its sleek profile and bold late‑’80s styling.
