COLLECTOR GUIDE
2010 Hot Wheels '65 Volkswagen Fastback R8442 | Muncle Mikes
What distinguishes this release?
2010 '65 Volkswagen Fastback (toy number R8442) in Japan Custom Car Show, with a Silver & Black finish.
Official IdentificationManufacturer, model number, year and identifying features for this release.
R8442Toy number
Reference photo
Official Identification
| Manufacturer | Mattel |
|---|---|
| Casting / model | '65 Volkswagen Fastback |
| Release year | 2010 |
| Toy / model number | R8442 |
| Series / assortment | Japan Custom Car Show |
| Body color | Silver & Black |
| Wheels | Redline RR5SP |
| Base | Unpainted / Unpainted / Metal |
| Country | Thailand |
Variation SummaryHow this release compares with other known versions of the casting.
2008Earliest release in this guide14Known releases
Variation Summary
2010 '65 Volkswagen Fastback (toy number R8442) appears in Japan Custom Car Show, with a Silver & Black finish.
Hot Wheels first released '65 Volkswagen Fastback in 2008; 14 releases are listed below.
Open the full '65 Volkswagen Fastback casting guide →
Notable Releases
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Casting History
Casting History
Collector catalogs document Phil Riehlman's funny-car interpretation of the 1965 Type 3 Fastback, introduced in 2008 New Models. The body pivots at the front to reveal its racing chassis.
Physical DetailsBody finish, wheels, base and visible details recorded for this version.
Redline RR5SPWheel typeUnpainted / Unpainted / MetalBase detailsThailandCountry marking
Physical Details
- Body / color: Silver & Black
- Wheels: Redline RR5SP
- Base: Unpainted / Unpainted / Metal
- Country marking: Thailand
- Tampo / decoration: Red Stripe on Side, Yellow Flames on Top, Silver Flames on Side
Packaging DetailsPackage style, assortment and included contents for this release.
Packaging Details
Condition details and completed-sale research for collectors.
Notable ReleasesHow this release differs from related versions.
FAQAnswers to common collector identification questions.
Buying & Value — Full Guide
Buying & Value Guide
Compare this release with examples in similar condition. On a loose car, inspect paint, printed graphics and wheel wear. For a carded example, include card and blister condition and check that the package is complete.
Completed sales are the clearest guide when the model number, finish and package match.
'65 Volkswagen Fastback — Frequently Asked Questions
Collector FAQs
Which details separate one release from another?
Compare the casting name with the year, toy number, finish, graphics, wheels and package markings shown for that version.
Does the copyright year on the base always match the release year?
No. The base copyright can predate the year a particular color or package appeared. Use the release markings and packaging together.
What should I inspect on a loose example?
Check the paint, printed graphics, wheel faces and base for wear or damage. Those details help compare condition between examples.
What does the carded photograph show?
It documents the package design and the car as sold. Loose-car photos are shown separately when an exact view is available.
Collecting Terms, Sources & Model References
'65 Volkswagen Fastback collecting terms
Casting: the underlying model/tooling family, not just a color. Release: one issued version within that family. Decoration: the printed graphics and finish. Assortment code: a set or mix identifier that can differ from the individual car's item number.
Sources & model references
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