Hot Wheels Auburn 852 · 1998

1998 Hot Wheels Auburn 852 — Red · 30th Anniversary · Casting Info · Complete Collector’s Guide

The gold 30th Anniversary mark on the front fender and the anniversary window box distinguish this release from standard red 1998 examples.

This is one release in the Auburn 852 casting family. Compare the color, fenders, wheels and identifiers together; several Auburn 852 versions share similar body paint.

Identification details

Release 1998 · 30th Anniversary window box
Paint and trim Red
Wheels Blackwall (BW)
Base and country Unpainted metal · Malaysia
Reference Auburn 852 · casting 852 / 2505

The gold 30th Anniversary mark on the front fender and the anniversary window box distinguish this release from standard red 1998 examples.

What to check on a loose example

Inspect the plastic windshield and fenders for cracks, bends and missing pieces. Compare the tire sidewalls and wheel face to the listed wheel type, then check paint wear around the fender edges, grille and hood. The metal base and its country stamp can help distinguish releases that otherwise share the same body color.

For this version, confirm Red with Blackwall (BW). The cataloged country is Malaysia.

Packaging reference

The 30th Anniversary edition uses a retro 1979-style “Oldies But Goodies” card design.

1998 Hot Wheels Auburn 852 #18868 30th Anniversary, carded on its retro 1979-style card
Carded packaging reference · 1998 30th Anniversary · #18868

Value Research

Compare completed sales for this exact release and wheel combination. Condition, windshield and fender completeness, paint and packaging all change the comparison. Use the toy or series reference when it is shown on the listing; broad Auburn 852 searches mix unrelated versions.

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