Hot Wheels Auburn 852 · 1996

1996 Hot Wheels Auburn 852 — Black and gold · Treasure Hunt · Casting Info · Complete Collector’s Guide

This Treasure Hunt pairs a black body with gold accents and Real Riders. Its #437/590 position and Treasure Hunt packaging distinguish it from the 1996 gold FAO Schwarz car.

Packaging reference

This carded example documents the release packaging; use the model details and variation notes to identify the loose casting.

Identification

Release 1996 · Treasure Hunt · #437/590
Color and trim Black with gold details
Wheels Real Riders
Base / country Unpainted metal · Malaysia
Casting Auburn 852 · reference 2505 · 15083
1996 Hot Wheels Auburn 852 Treasure Hunt carded package reference
Carded Treasure Hunt package reference

Collector details

The 852 has a metal body and base with separate plastic fenders, windshield and interior. On this release, compare Black with gold details and Real Riders together; the same casting was issued in close color and component combinations.

Check the tire sidewall, molded fender color and underside country stamp. The clear windshield and projecting fenders are common condition points: look for cracks, missing parts, bent edges and rubs at the fender tips.

Value Research

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