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1997 Hot Wheels BMW 325i 95509 — Yellow | MM-343544
What distinguishes this release?
1997 BMW 325i (toy number 95509) in Mainline; collector 603, with a Yellow finish.
Official IdentificationManufacturer, model number, year and documented features for this release.
95509Catalog toy number
Reference photo
Official Identification
| Manufacturer | Mattel |
|---|---|
| Casting / model | BMW 325i |
| Release year | 1997 |
| Toy / model number | 95509 |
| Series / assortment | Mainline; collector 603 |
| Body color | Yellow |
| Wheels | LW |
| Base | Gray metal |
| Country | China |
Variation SummaryHow this release fits among the recorded versions of the casting.
Variation Summary
1997 BMW 325i (toy number 95509) appears in Mainline; collector 603, with a Yellow finish.
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Casting History
Casting History
The 1997 Hot Wheels BMW 325i is an ex-Corgi E30 two-door tool with opening doors. Collector history traces Corgi releases to 1988–1989 and records this yellow 1997 Mainline edition as its sole Hot Wheels release. Mattel's 1989 acquisition of Corgi is corporate history, not a Hot Wheels release date. The opening-door tool is separate from Larry Wood's BMW 323 convertible and newer BMW M3 castings. Designer credit remains Corgi rather than an invented individual.
Physical DetailsBody finish, wheels, base and visible details recorded for this version.
LWDocumented wheelsGray metalDocumented baseChinaCountry marking
Physical Details
- Body / color: Yellow
- Wheels: LW
- Base: Gray metal
- Country marking: China
- Tampo / decoration: Red, black tampos on sides and hood, HW logo Black
Packaging DetailsPackage style, assortment and included contents recorded for this release.
Packaging Details
Condition details and completed-sale research for collectors.
Notable ReleasesFamily context and exact record separation.
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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.
BMW 325i — 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
BMW 325i 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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