COLLECTOR GUIDE
2004 Hot Wheels Custom '59 Cadillac B3864 — Collector Guide
What distinguishes this release?
2004 Custom '59 Cadillac (toy number B3864) in Crank Itz 1/5, collector 143, with a Metallic Plum finish.
Official IdentificationManufacturer, model number, year and documented features for this release.
B3864Catalog toy number
Reference photo
Official Identification
| Manufacturer | Mattel |
|---|---|
| Casting / model | Custom '59 Cadillac |
| Release year | 2004 |
| Toy / model number | B3864 |
| Series / assortment | Crank Itz 1/5, collector 143 |
| Body color | Metallic Plum |
| Wheels | Gold Y5 |
| Base | Gold chrome / plastic |
| Country | Thailand |
Variation SummaryHow this release fits among the recorded versions of the casting.
2002First documented release15Documented releases
Variation Summary
2004 Custom '59 Cadillac (toy number B3864) appears in Crank Itz 1/5, collector 143, with a Metallic Plum finish.
Hot Wheels first released Custom '59 Cadillac in 2002; 15 releases are documented below.
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Notable Releases
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Casting History
Casting History
Mark Jones designed Custom '59 Cadillac for the 2002 First Editions as 52907, 20/42. It models a customized 1959 Cadillac Eldorado with a chopped roofline. This metal-body/plastic-base coupe is distinct from the open-roof '59 Caddy and Cadillac funny-car tools.
Physical DetailsBody finish, wheels, base and visible details recorded for this version.
Gold Y5Documented wheelsGold chrome / plasticDocumented baseThailandCountry marking
Physical Details
- Body / color: Metallic Plum
- Wheels: Gold Y5
- Base: Gold chrome / plastic
- Country marking: Thailand
- Tampo / decoration: "Classic Guitar Wars" Tampos in White, Gray, Black & Orange
Packaging DetailsPackage style, assortment and included contents recorded for this release.
Packaging Details
Package: Crank Itz single-car card
Condition details and completed-sale research for collectors.
Notable ReleasesFamily context and exact record separation.
FAQAnswers to common collector identification questions.
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.
Custom '59 Cadillac — 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
Custom '59 Cadillac 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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