An exact-release reference based on approved completed-sale evidence. Your copy needs matching condition and packaging evidence for a personal portfolio value.
Collector values require verified active membership. Public identification remains available.
Collector reconstructionOriginal Muncle Mikes collector illustration generated from normalized catalog data; it is a visual fallback and does not prove exact-release appearance.
Exact release
Identification
Brand
Hot Wheels
Casting
Volkswagen New Beetle Cup
Year
2002
Series
2002 First Editions33 / 42
Release class
Documented Release
Identification details
Body color
Yellow
Wheels
PR5
Tampo / decoration
Silver, Grey, Red, Black, and White tampos with long stripes and "1" on sides, HW logo & "1" on hood
Base
Gray / Plastic
Country
Malaysia
Exact-match checklist
Match the casting name, not only the series or collection.
Confirm the year and toy / part number when present.
Compare body color, wheels, tampo, base and packaging together.
Treat the image as proof only when the media status says verified.
Collector & rarity signals
Documented signals—
No release-specific rarity signal is documented yet.
A catalog signal is not a rarity or value claim without supporting evidence.
