Description
The Surf Crate diecast model is a single model with an open body, dominated by an intense red paint finish combined with chrome details. The visible, exposed engine highlights engineering precision, while a white surfboard is mounted on the rear of the body. The wheel layout, with large rear slicks and smaller front wheels, gives the model an aggressive silhouette. The material is a mixture of die-cast metal and plastic, providing a solid weight and a realistic feel as a collectible. The absence of opening movable parts indicates limited functionality, but the chrome details, body contours and paint shading create a high level of visual quality. At the rear there is a large rear slick, highlighting its dragster character and sporting heritage, while the front retains a compact, concise profile. The whole model comes from the Hot Wheels line, marked as Surf Crate, and was manufactured in Malaysia, which contributes to the specific character of its colour palette and finish. Although this model has no moving flaps or doors, it focuses attention on technical details and the style of an era in which automotive fantasies were combined with surfboards, creating a unique diecast model.
Condition and restoration
Used, collectible diecast model; after restoration it is like new (without a box, unless a box is shown in the photos). We restore models with 3D-printed replacements for missing parts and special paints made for restoring model cars. If the model shows signs of use, it has been intentionally left partly unrestored to keep its individual vintage character. The photos show the actual condition of the model.
The date given in the title or description is not always the date the casting was made. It may refer to the design of the model, the first casting series or the production of the real car. We give the dates the manufacturer states on the base. If in doubt, check all information against the photo of the base of the model.
Specifications
- Scale
- 1:64
- Manufacturer
- Hot Wheels
- Condition
- 3/5
- Material
- Die-cast (metal)
- Origin
- Malaysia
Shipping and returns
Parcels leave Kraków within 24 hours of payment. We ship with DHL to every EU country, and you will see the delivery cost at checkout. For every 5 models in your cart, the cheapest one is free.
You have 14 days to return your order without giving a reason. Every model is packed separately in rigid protection.
Product safety (GPSR)
Manufacturer: Hot Wheels (contact: Resoraki sp. z o.o., ul. Bartosza Głowackiego 4/14, 30-085 Kraków, NIP 9452268059, sklep@resoraki.com, https://resoraki.com/pages/contact)
Responsible person: Resoraki sp. z o.o., ul. Bartosza Głowackiego 4/14, 30-085 Kraków, NIP 9452268059, sklep@resoraki.com, https://resoraki.com/pages/contact