COLLECTOR GUIDE
2013 Hot Wheels '72 Ford Gran Torino Sport X1809 — Blue | MM-570744
What distinguishes this release?
2013 '72 Ford Gran Torino Sport (toy number X1809) in HW Showroom: HW Performance, with a Blue finish.
Official IdentificationManufacturer, model number, year and identifying features for this release.
X1809Toy number
Reference photo
Official Identification
| Manufacturer | Mattel |
|---|---|
| Casting / model | '72 Ford Gran Torino Sport |
| Release year | 2013 |
| Toy / model number | X1809 |
| Series / assortment | HW Showroom: HW Performance |
| Body color | Blue |
| Wheels | Chrome Lip MC5 |
| Base | Black / Plastic |
| Country | Malaysia |
Variation SummaryHow this release compares with other known versions of the casting.
2011Earliest release in this guide33Known releases
Variation Summary
2013 '72 Ford Gran Torino Sport (toy number X1809) appears in HW Showroom: HW Performance, with a Blue finish.
Hot Wheels first released '72 Ford Gran Torino Sport in 2011; 33 releases are listed below.
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Notable Releases
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Casting History
Casting History
Brendon Vetuskey designed this 1972 Gran Torino Sport replica, introduced in the 2011 New Models line. The standard casting is approximately 78 mm long. Collector records distinguish basic plastic-base versions from premium metal-base releases and an opening-hood HWC iteration first cataloged in 2013. An opening feature is not inferred for the release described here. It is a separate tooling from the later '76 Ford Gran Torino based on the television car.
Physical DetailsBody finish, wheels, base and visible details recorded for this version.
Chrome Lip MC5Wheel typeBlack / PlasticBase detailsMalaysiaCountry marking
Physical Details
- Body / color: Blue
- Wheels: Chrome Lip MC5
- Base: Black / Plastic
- Country marking: Malaysia
- Tampo / decoration: K&N logo, Black, Orange & Red stripes
Packaging DetailsPackage style, assortment and included contents for this release.
Packaging Details
Package: Individual collectible release in its named assortment; exact regional card format, UPC and package dimensions unassigned
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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.
'72 Ford Gran Torino Sport — 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
'72 Ford Gran Torino Sport 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.
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