Description
Hot Wheels 1998 Collector #852 Rigor Motor Mtflk Purple Gold5sps China 19515
Rigor Motor is a hot rod shaped like a coffin or casket; its name is a play on "rigor mortis" (the stiffening of a dead body) and "motor". The shape of Rigor Motor's bubble canopy resembles the cockpit of the similarly coffin-based "DRAG-U-LA" show car, designed by Tom Daniel for the sitcom The Munsters.
 
In 2014, changes to the casting were apparently made, but there are no noticeable differences. In 2017, a major change to the casting was made, with the front bird ornament cast into the body, the skull ornaments removed, the canopy and engine made smaller and the base made plastic; these were ostensibly made for cost-cutting.
 
Features
✔ 1998 Hot Wheels Release
✔ Collector Number 852
✔ Rigor Motor Casting
✔ Metallic Flake Purple Finish
✔ Gold 5-Spoke Wheels (Gold 5SP)
✔ Hot Wheels Original Fantasy Casting
✔ Vintage Collector Favorite
✔ Diecast Collectible Vehicle
✔ Great for Display or Collection
 
Specifications
Brand: Hot Wheels
Model: Rigor Motor
Year: 1998
Collection Number: 852
Color: Metallic Flake Purple
Wheel Type: Gold 5-Spoke (Gold 5SP)
Country of Manufacture: China
Production Code: 19515
Vehicle Type: Fantasy Hot Rod
Material: Diecast Metal with Plastic Components
Scale: 1:64
Age Recommendation: 3+
Condition: New Vintage
Packaging: Original Factory Packaging
 
Collector's Note
The Rigor Motor is one of Hot Wheels' most recognizable original castings, inspired by classic hot rods and custom show cars. This 1998 release stands out with its metallic flake purple paint and gold 5-spoke wheels, making it a desirable addition for collectors of vintage Hot Wheels, wheel variations, and fantasy castings.
 
Note: Vintage packaging may show minor shelf wear consistent with age while the vehicle remains new and unopened unless otherwise noted.**
 
Condition/Shipping Info
Car Sealed New MINT Condition in Package. Packaging May have slight storage Shelf Wear on edges from Manufacturer. See Pictures for better Determination as they are part of the description. - Item is Limited Edition. Hardly available at stores. Very Hard to Find.
 
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