1979 Hot Wheels Casting List and Identification Reference
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Use this 1979 Hot Wheels reference to locate a documented casting, historical model code and program. The table keeps program-specific entries distinct while grouping the source’s physical variations under their shared identity.
Scene Machines and The Heroes sit alongside Classy Customs, Super Streeters and other catalogued programs. Identify the body and program before comparing character graphics, scene details or a later reuse of the same casting.
Documented 1979 model-code and program entries; physical variations are grouped, and broader annual coverage remains under review.
77 documented model/code/program entries. This count is not the number of unique castings or every physical car released worldwide in 1979.
The list is a source-backed research register, not a claim that every global annual release is reconciled. Carryovers, regional releases and variations absent from the cited reference still require separate evidence.
Four-digit model or item references are not modern annual collector positions. Repeated casting names can be legitimate when a different program or product code identifies a separate entry.
1979 documented casting and program reference
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| Historical model no. | Casting | Series / program | Identification notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9647 | '56 Hi-Tail Hauler | 1979 Hot Wheels | Multiple documented color or component versions; compare the exact example. |
| 9638 | '57 Chevy | 1979 Hot Wheels | — |
| 2023 | Army Funny Car | 1979 Hot Wheels | — |
| 2505 | Auburn 852 | 1979 Hot Wheels Oldies But Goodies | — |
| 2022 | Baja Breaker | 1979 Hot Wheels | — |
| 2511 | Bubble Gunner | 1979 Hot Wheels | — |
| 2511 | Bubble Gunner | 1979 Hot Wheels Classy Customs | — |
| 2509 | Bywayman | 1979 Hot Wheels | — |
| 2509 | Bywayman | 1979 Hot Wheels Speedway Specials | — |
| 9205 | California Cruisin' | 1979 Hot Wheels | — |
| 9205 | California Cruisin' | 1979 Hot Wheels Super Streeters | — |
| 2879 | Captain America | 1979 Hot Wheels The Heroes | Multiple documented color or component versions; compare the exact example. |
| 2851 | Captain America Van | 1979 Hot Wheels Scene Machines | — |
| 9241 | Corvette Stingray | 1979 Hot Wheels | — |
| 9241 | Corvette Stingray | 1979 Hot Wheels Golden Machines 6-Pk | — |
| 9241 | Corvette Stingray | 1979 Hot Wheels Super Streeters | — |
| 2507 | Dumpin' A | 1979 Hot Wheels | — |
| 2507 | Dumpin' A | 1979 Hot Wheels Oldies But Goodies | — |
| 7650 | Emergency Squad | 1979 Hot Wheels | — |
| 7650 | Emergency Squad | 1979 Hot Wheels Rescue Team | — |
| 2639 | Fire Chaser | 1979 Hot Wheels | — |
| 2639 | Fire Chaser | 1979 Hot Wheels Rescue Team | — |
| 2506 | Flat Out 442 | 1979 Hot Wheels | Multiple documented color or component versions; compare the exact example. |
| 2506 | Flat Out 442 | 1979 Hot Wheels Speedway Specials | — |
| 9119 | Formula 5000 | 1979 Hot Wheels | — |
| 1337 | Geoffrey's Pick Up | 1979 Hot Wheels The Heavies | — |
| 9645 | GMC Motor Home | 1979 Hot Wheels The Heavies | — |
| 2502 | Greased Gremlin | 1979 Hot Wheels Speedway Specials | — |
| 2504 | Hare Splitter | 1979 Hot Wheels | — |
| 2504 | Hare Splitter | 1979 Hot Wheels Super Streeters | — |
| 2019 | Highway Patrol | 1979 Hot Wheels Rescue Team | — |
| 2014 | Hot Bird | 1979 Hot Wheels Golden Machines 6-Pk | — |
| 2881 | Human Torch | 1979 Hot Wheels The Heroes | — |
| 2850 | Incredible Hulk | 1979 Hot Wheels Scene Machines | — |
| 2878 | Incredible Hulk | 1979 Hot Wheels The Heroes | — |
| 9186 | Inferno | 1979 Hot Wheels Drag Strippers | — |
| 2510 | Inside Story | 1979 Hot Wheels | — |
| 2510 | Inside Story | 1979 Hot Wheels Classy Customs | — |
| 2012 | Jaguar XJS | 1979 Hot Wheels Golden Machines 6-Pk | — |
| 9211 | Large Charge | 1979 Hot Wheels | — |
| 9211 | Large Charge | 1979 Hot Wheels Classy Customs | — |
| 9643 | Letter Getter | 1979 Hot Wheels | — |
| 9643 | Letter Getter | 1979 Hot Wheels The Heavies | — |
| 7660 | Monte Carlo Stocker | 1979 Hot Wheels Speedway Specials | Multiple documented color or component versions; compare the exact example. |
| 2853 | Motocross Team | 1979 Hot Wheels Scene Machines | — |
| 6972 | P-917 | 1979 Hot Wheels Speedway Specials | — |
| 2015 | Packin' Pacer | 1979 Hot Wheels | — |
| 6966 | Paddy Wagon | 1979 Hot Wheels Classy Customs | — |
| 7661 | Paramedic | 1979 Hot Wheels Rescue Team | — |
| 9240 | Poison Pinto | 1979 Hot Wheels | — |
| 2021 | Race Bait 308 | 1979 Golden Machines 6-Pk | — |
| 7659 | Ramblin' Wrecker | 1979 Hot Wheels | — |
| 7659 | Ramblin' Wrecker | 1979 Hot Wheels The Heavies | — |
| 6964 | Red Baron | 1979 Hot Wheels Classy Customs | — |
| 9088 | Rock Buster | 1979 Hot Wheels Speedway Specials | — |
| 8259 | Rodger Dodger | 1979 Hot Wheels | — |
| 2501 | Royal Flash | 1979 Hot Wheels | Multiple documented color or component versions; compare the exact example. |
| 2501 | Royal Flash | 1979 Hot Wheels Super Streeters | — |
| 9646 | Show Hoss II | 1979 Hot Wheels Drag Strippers | Multiple documented color or component versions; compare the exact example. |
| 2503 | Spacer Racer | 1979 Hot Wheels Classy Customs | Multiple documented color or component versions; compare the exact example. |
| 2855 | Space Vehicle | 1979 Hot Wheels Scene Machines | — |
| 2877 | Spider-Man | 1979 Hot Wheels The Heroes | Multiple documented color or component versions; compare the exact example. |
| 2852 | Spider-Man Van | 1979 Hot Wheels Scene Machines | — |
| 9641 | Spoiler Sport | 1979 Hot Wheels Golden Machines 6-Pk | Multiple documented color or component versions; compare the exact example. |
| 2854 | S.W.A.T. Van | 1979 Hot Wheels Scene Machines | — |
| 2882 | The Thing | 1979 Hot Wheels The Heroes | — |
| 2880 | Thor | 1979 Hot Wheels The Heroes | — |
| 7630 | Top Eliminator | 1979 Hot Wheels | — |
| 7647 | Torino Stocker | 1979 Hot Wheels | — |
| 7647 | Torino Stocker | 1979 Hot Wheels Speedway Specials | — |
| 9648 | T-Totaller | 1979 Hot Wheels | Multiple documented color or component versions; compare the exact example. |
| 9648 | T-Totaller | 1979 Hot Wheels Oldies But Goodies | — |
| 2500 | Upfront 924 | 1979 Hot Wheels | — |
| 2500 | Upfront 924 | 1979 Hot Wheels Super Streeters | — |
| 2508 | Vetty Funny | 1979 Hot Wheels | Multiple documented color or component versions; compare the exact example. |
| 2508 | Vetty Funny | 1979 Hot Wheels Drag Strippers | — |
| 9639 | Z Whiz | 1979 Hot Wheels Golden Machines 6-Pk | — |
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Identify the actual release
Match the body and base before comparing paint, graphics, wheels, glazing, interior and removable parts. A casting may continue across several years; its original debut date and base copyright do not by themselves date the actual release.
For a loose example, inspect both sides, the front and rear, the underside and all wheels. For a packaged example, compare the car and the package independently, including printing, blister attachment and possible resealing. Record repainting and replacement parts as alterations rather than factory variation evidence.
Use neutral photographs and a casting-specific reference to investigate unusual colors or component combinations. Do not decide rarity, original condition or market value from a single photograph or an old catalog price.
The table contains collector reference records rather than offers for those exact historical releases. Shopping links can return later versions, related vehicles and modified cars; read the actual product identity and condition before buying.
Sources and corrections
The references below support the stated scope and identification notes. A source announcement can differ from the final packaged release; unresolved differences are stated above.
- South Texas Diecast: 1979 year reference — The listed year, model names, historical codes and program distinctions support this projection. Historical guide prices are excluded.
For a correction, include the year, the entry number or item code, and a clear source or photographs of the car and packaging. Contact Muncle Mikes
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