I’m going to tell you, this format takes your channel to the next level in my humble opinion. I didn’t look away once and I’m not even into VW’s. You’ve got your standard video (great), you’ve got your “War Report” (also great), and now you’ve got your Hot Wheels History. You start pushing these out weekly or biweekly focusing on one brand/casting within HW and you’ve got tons of content to produce. And reading the comments they’ve all been positive of this format. I’d watch every one of them✌️
Shiezer... I was only planning on volkswagen. Lol. That's a lot alone... but yes, I've enterta9ned the idea. At least with the castings I collect and know
@thehotlineofdiecast.7623 Hey you’ll make your own decisions, and my words mean precious little, but I like to see my favorite channels (yours being one of them) be continually successful. This format is awesome 😎
Killer VW collection with track time, loved it ! Awesome video of Hot Wheels VW history thus far, can't wait to see more. I can't even imagine how many Dragbus castings there are ? They're my favorite VW castings. Main reason I started serious collecting of Hot Wheels was to find all the 69 GTO Judge's and 71 Javelins that I could back in the mid 90s. Of Course over the years I've expanded to more vehicle brands just because there's to many cool ones I must have in 1/64th scale that I'll never own full sized. Have you seen the latest Ultra Hots with the green Porsche 356 Outlaw ? Its a must find for Porsche collectors !. As always thanks for sharing your love for the hobby . ✌🤘
Awesome video with a lot of great information. You actually show your passion for collecting and I appreciate that. Those beetles look good on the track, I always enjoy your videos.
That’s an awesome VW collection 🤌🏽 and that’s just part one 😮 7:27 I really like the look of the kawa-bug-a without the roof rack, I hope we get another color of this version. Do you collect mini gt? I seen they are making the VW ID Buzz prototype van. Im pretty sure that will be the first VW that mini gt has made. I’m excited to see if they start making more VWs, so many possibilities, so much potential.
What a fascinating, pertinent story going along with your review. Over here in California, there's been a terrible fire. In pacific Palisades. Over fifty thousand people have been displaced. Amongst the massive devastation, two stories stand out. In different neighborhoods though completely destroyed, a Volkswagen bug and Van were somehow magically untouched. Look it up.🚗😂
Love the Miss Piggy! Haven’t seen that casting before. Love seeing them in motion. Your video graphics are off the hook. Great job and keep on keeping on. Excellent!!!
I have some of those rare Beetles. I didn't realize they were rare. I was hunting today and got recognized as a collector by a model car builder. We talked for over a half hour. I got skunked today, oh well, maybe next time. Collecting Beetle got me into collecting mini cars like the Fiat 500s, Mini Coopers and all the ones abou that same size. Grandkids like them cause they fit in their little hands🤣
Right on! This is why I love ya man. We like the same things. I've got more VWs than any other manufacturer. They are my late night Whatnot weakness. It was very cool to see yours. I paused often to look behind ya.
Very cool Video. My First Car was a 1953 VW Oval window that I got in High school around 92'. I have been a VW diecast collector ever since, Nothing on your level but a nice small collection.
Awesome video! Learned a lot! The kool kombi is the only fantasy casting I like and also love the Jetta castings. There was a car club around here in WA for years called death by vw. Been a while since I heard of any activity but this gave me 2000s car club vibes lol. 👊😎
Got the Hot Wheels Transformers Pagani Huyaria today (I think I mis spelled the Pagani model name incorrectly) It's a nice looking car, I think I will put that car in my super car showroom that I have. Thanks for sharing Walter, give my regards to SOSO and Kit Wilson. !!! P.S. I have the older Baja bugs and the VW Beetles plus some new ones that came out. for example @ 2:55 I have that VW beetle, @ 3:13 I have that older VW Baja Bug, @5:53 I have 4 of those variants 1 Pearl Driver Series 1 BIFF BAM BOOM Series and 2 more of the non series VW bugs (trying to get my hands on more Beetle of that particular models IF I can. (Herbie and another deco of that bug) SPREAD THE WORD...............CHECK YOUR NEAREST BEST BUY I saw there some Fast & Furious premiums !!!!
@@thehotlineofdiecast.7623 I remember they had their own color exclusives back in the day. I found some which I really wanted. But I think the rest of the collectors will love to hear it straight from the sources about Best Buy having Fast & Furious premiums, I don't know if your state has a Best Buy near you or if you are in the sticks, but I'm near 1 here in north NJ and I saw that Bentley & the Chevy Caprice (I already have those 2, I'm just trying to get my hand on the Ford F150 Lightning pick up truck. )
I also have a huge collection of VWs on display as well as real classic 53 y/o VW and a '17 Alltrack wagon. Been collecting for most all of my adult life. 😎
Great video! I love the Custom Volkswagen Beetle, it's one of my top 5 favorite castings! I have every single version of it, except one. The yellow 9 pack exclusive from 2020, I've only seen a few of them pop up on Ebay, and they were all in Europe. I wish they had kept it with the open roof and the metal base with the zoomie pipe, but i love both versions, and I'm glad they still use the open roof/metal base version outside of the mainline.
@thehotlineofdiecast.7623 yeah, that's what i said in my comment, but they don't use the open roof version in the mainline anymore. That version is only used in Premium and mid-tier/Silver Label. It hasn't been used in mainline, 5 packs, or multi-packs since that 2016 Volkswagen 5 pack that you mentioned.
Greetings from Flori-duh. I absolutely luv your channel and your vibe. Oso is quite a ham for the camera. Even my mom (who has Dementia) enjoys watching with me, so thanks for being awesome 🙏🏻🤙🏻
We all have a soft spot for the Beetle......and they pushed "Herbie"....lol. Making diorama scenes. Gotta have ol No, 53.....herbie, at "Lovers Leap"....with a pink with hearts "Luvbug' .....underneath Herbie.......lololololol. Fan from OZ.....
I’ve been meaning to ask you but keep forgetting. Back in the 90s when I was still hunting very heavily the Treasure Hunts were extremely obvious that they were special with very flashy paint jobs and wheels and even packaging. But as I’ve started getting back into it lately I’ve noticed if you’re not paying fairly close attention you can’t tell they’re treasure hunts like for instance the red Baja bug with muddy tires your holding. What’s the reason for the change?
@ oh ok. I didn’t know about that website I’ll definitely go check it out. Thanks again for all you do man because I know the questions especially from out of touch old dudes like me probably get frustrating but your always cool about it
Heck yes killer vlog walter still no snow in junk town peace out buddy.
Really? La Nina has blessed you.
I’m going to tell you, this format takes your channel to the next level in my humble opinion. I didn’t look away once and I’m not even into VW’s. You’ve got your standard video (great), you’ve got your “War Report” (also great), and now you’ve got your Hot Wheels History. You start pushing these out weekly or biweekly focusing on one brand/casting within HW and you’ve got tons of content to produce. And reading the comments they’ve all been positive of this format. I’d watch every one of them✌️
Shiezer... I was only planning on volkswagen. Lol. That's a lot alone... but yes, I've enterta9ned the idea. At least with the castings I collect and know
@thehotlineofdiecast.7623 Hey you’ll make your own decisions, and my words mean precious little, but I like to see my favorite channels (yours being one of them) be continually successful. This format is awesome 😎
Great video with some history of the Bug in diecast. Ty
Got another going up late tonight
That’s awesome 🙌
Air-cooled legends
Wow, I knew there were a lot of variations but dang. And I love those hot wheels vws. Thanks Walter!
Sooo many
There's that notification I was waiting for 🔥 making my Saturday morning 🙌 my 8 month old son loves your videos just as much as me 😅
I forget that there are some lil guys that watch the channel. I'll try and be cool, without being profane. 😉👊🏽
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Great video - thanks.
Thanks for riding along, Jason. 👊🏽
Great video Walter. I also collect VW cars. :)
Best brand
They are some nice looking Volkswagen beetles 👍👍👍👍
Killer VW collection with track time, loved it ! Awesome video of Hot Wheels VW history thus far, can't wait to see more. I can't even imagine how many Dragbus castings there are ? They're my favorite VW castings. Main reason I started serious collecting of Hot Wheels was to find all the 69 GTO Judge's and 71 Javelins that I could back in the mid 90s. Of Course over the years I've expanded to more vehicle brands just because there's to many cool ones I must have in 1/64th scale that I'll never own full sized. Have you seen the latest Ultra Hots with the green Porsche 356 Outlaw ? Its a must find for Porsche collectors !. As always thanks for sharing your love for the hobby . ✌🤘
I haven't seen them onnthe pegs yet. Thanks for riding along.
Yoo Walter Great segment on The great VW VOLKSWAGON 😎🤙💯 and awesome VW collection🎉🎉
Thank you! Had to celebrate an awesome car manufacturer
@thehotlineofdiecast.7623 FactZ 🤷💯 I agree since I've tuned to the channel now you made me see how great this Auto maker brand is thanks bro👍😎
Awesome video with a lot of great information. You actually show your passion for collecting and I appreciate that.
Those beetles look good on the track, I always enjoy your videos.
Thanks Benny. Part two is fun
Crazy going down that rabbit hole! Didn't realize how many different castings they did! great video Walter - two paws up!
So many, and hopefully some retooling soon
Great video, my dude! This is exactly what I dig about this channel. Happy hunting! Stay safe during the arctic wave!
Thanks! Stay warm too, my dudes
That’s an awesome VW collection 🤌🏽 and that’s just part one 😮 7:27 I really like the look of the kawa-bug-a without the roof rack, I hope we get another color of this version. Do you collect mini gt? I seen they are making the VW ID Buzz prototype van. Im pretty sure that will be the first VW that mini gt has made. I’m excited to see if they start making more VWs, so many possibilities, so much potential.
I don't see many mini gts on my travels. Buying online isn't my favorite
That VW patch on your denim vest 💀
It's a conversation starter. The eagle is looking to the right. So it's non conflicting
What a fascinating, pertinent story going along with your review. Over here in California, there's been a terrible fire. In pacific Palisades. Over fifty thousand people have been displaced. Amongst the massive devastation, two stories stand out. In different neighborhoods though completely destroyed, a Volkswagen bug and Van were somehow magically untouched. Look it up.🚗😂
Whoa! And glad you are safe. The bug and van, too. I've been to LA a ton... couldn't even imagine the chaos.
Love the Miss Piggy! Haven’t seen that casting before. Love seeing them in motion. Your video graphics are off the hook. Great job and keep on keeping on. Excellent!!!
Oh yeah? It's part of a Walmart exclusive Muppets set. A couple years back
Awesome video sir 🔥🔥
Dane!!!
I really enjoyed this show I got lots of Volkswagens😊
I got more coming
I have some of those rare Beetles. I didn't realize they were rare.
I was hunting today and got recognized as a collector by a model car builder. We talked for over a half hour.
I got skunked today, oh well, maybe next time. Collecting Beetle got me into collecting mini cars like the Fiat 500s, Mini Coopers and all the ones abou that same size.
Grandkids like them cause they fit in their little hands🤣
So rad when you meet another collector, and they're cool
FYI,,,,,,,u r the only hot wheels site I subscribe too
Holy wow. Ultra flattered!
Hope to see some old school early sciroccos from early 80's..
Part two
We can't forget that purple corrado vr6 from modern clasics . One of my favourites for sure
Right on! This is why I love ya man. We like the same things. I've got more VWs than any other manufacturer. They are my late night Whatnot weakness. It was very cool to see yours. I paused often to look behind ya.
Let's go! Truly appreciate you riding along. And great minds think alike.
That single exhaust that sticks up out of the beetle it’s called a stinger
Correct.
Evening Walter and animal friends. Great VW showcase, so many great VW castings out there Beetles being just one of em! Awesome track time!
More to come
VWs are how i first came to find your channel whhen you first started out. And also made a purchase.
Great episode 😊
Thank you! Got some more coming
@thehotlineofdiecast.7623
If you ever get in the Michigan area? Give my wife and I a shout-out. She would love to show you her collection
Very cool info!
Dude when i started collecting hot wheels it was all mustangs. Its funny how the hobby takes us on a journey
Journeys are cool. Lol
I’m so glad I found your channel, definitely my favorite Hot Wheels content creator!
I'm so glad you found my channel. Appreciate ya riding along.
Very cool Video. My First Car was a 1953 VW Oval window that I got in High school around 92'. I have been a VW diecast collector ever since, Nothing on your level but a nice small collection.
Legendary beetle
Hey Walter I like the new background. Love your channel and the knowledge you drop on us. Thanks 🙏🏽
Thank you! Was just something for the segment
Awesome video! Learned a lot! The kool kombi is the only fantasy casting I like and also love the Jetta castings. There was a car club around here in WA for years called death by vw. Been a while since I heard of any activity but this gave me 2000s car club vibes lol. 👊😎
Washington has always been a sanctuary for us VW heads. There's a seriously strong scene over there.
Great show. Really digging the VW's. Thanks and have a great day.
Appreciate ya riding along. 👊🏽👊🏽👊🏽
Got the Hot Wheels Transformers Pagani Huyaria today (I think I mis spelled the Pagani model name incorrectly)
It's a nice looking car, I think I will put that car in my super car showroom that I have.
Thanks for sharing Walter, give my regards to SOSO and Kit Wilson. !!!
P.S. I have the older Baja bugs and the VW Beetles plus some new ones that came out. for example @ 2:55 I have that VW beetle, @ 3:13 I have that older VW Baja Bug, @5:53 I have 4 of those variants
1 Pearl Driver Series
1 BIFF BAM BOOM Series and 2 more of the non series VW bugs (trying to get my hands on more Beetle of that particular models IF I can. (Herbie and another deco of that bug)
SPREAD THE WORD...............CHECK YOUR NEAREST BEST BUY I saw there some Fast & Furious premiums !!!!
Crazy about best buy, and premiums. They actually have had their own color exclusivea
@@thehotlineofdiecast.7623 I remember they had their own color exclusives back in the day. I found some which I really wanted. But I think the rest of the collectors will love to hear it straight from the sources about Best Buy having Fast & Furious premiums, I don't know if your state has a Best Buy near you or if you are in the sticks, but I'm near 1 here in north NJ and I saw that Bentley & the Chevy Caprice (I already have those 2, I'm just trying to get my hand on the Ford F150 Lightning pick up truck. )
Had the red beetle and the green beach bomb in 68. One thing I remember was those were the toughest one to come across.
Oof. You actually had them. Ultra rad
My first ever HW was the Vw Drag Bus, now it's the Vw Golf, one that HW doesn't make that often!
Legends
I also have a huge collection of VWs on display as well as real classic 53 y/o VW and a '17 Alltrack wagon. Been collecting for most all of my adult life. 😎
Love seeing driveways like yours.
Ohhh that Time After Time remix is 🔥
Ayyyy
I got get that Green RLC. This video is right up my me wheelhouse. love the track time, nice work!
Part three will be up soon.
Great video! I love the Custom Volkswagen Beetle, it's one of my top 5 favorite castings! I have every single version of it, except one. The yellow 9 pack exclusive from 2020, I've only seen a few of them pop up on Ebay, and they were all in Europe.
I wish they had kept it with the open roof and the metal base with the zoomie pipe, but i love both versions, and I'm glad they still use the open roof/metal base version outside of the mainline.
They still produce both versions
@thehotlineofdiecast.7623 yeah, that's what i said in my comment, but they don't use the open roof version in the mainline anymore. That version is only used in Premium and mid-tier/Silver Label. It hasn't been used in mainline, 5 packs, or multi-packs since that 2016 Volkswagen 5 pack that you mentioned.
Well done.
Thank you, Douglas!
Love the dub stuff. Had no idea you have so many cool releases...
Got more
I just picked up the Silver Series Transformers VW after work today.
Ayyy. Great set
Greetings from Flori-duh. I absolutely luv your channel and your vibe. Oso is quite a ham for the camera. Even my mom (who has Dementia) enjoys watching with me, so thanks for being awesome 🙏🏻🤙🏻
Wow. This is the best thing to read. ❤️ I know it may not resonate, but what's mom's name? I'd like to say hello to you guys on part three
@thehotlineofdiecast.7623 That might be fun! Her name is Barbara and I'm Jeff. Much love, respect, and positive vibes 🤜🏻🤛🏻🤙🏻
Just found your channel!! Awesome!
Stoked the universe got you here.
Not enough! ✌🤘👊❤
Great answer
We all have a soft spot for the Beetle......and they pushed "Herbie"....lol. Making diorama scenes. Gotta have ol No, 53.....herbie, at "Lovers Leap"....with a pink with hearts "Luvbug' .....underneath Herbie.......lololololol. Fan from OZ.....
The first 911
What's a good and up n coming strain
I'm a fan of low thc sativas... amnesia lemon, and we grow Acapulco Gold. 😋
@thehotlineofdiecast.7623 been liking ice cream sundae hear lately, just to help relax at the end of the day
How are you doing my Brother? Love vw beetle 👊
Ayyyy. Doing good I think. How's things on your planet?
Yeah everything is sweet
I’ve been meaning to ask you but keep forgetting. Back in the 90s when I was still hunting very heavily the Treasure Hunts were extremely obvious that they were special with very flashy paint jobs and wheels and even packaging. But as I’ve started getting back into it lately I’ve noticed if you’re not paying fairly close attention you can’t tell they’re treasure hunts like for instance the red Baja bug with muddy tires your holding. What’s the reason for the change?
Yeah, its become more about checking hwtreasure,com and knowing what to look for.
@ oh ok. I didn’t know about that website I’ll definitely go check it out. Thanks again for all you do man because I know the questions especially from out of touch old dudes like me probably get frustrating but your always cool about it
@@chrishankins905 never a bother. 👊🏽
Red hots has a pink custom Volkswagen
Reds hots?
my guess is 100
Good guess
Why did they make split windows baja thats blasphemy
Lmao. It would be very counterproductive to baja-ing. Or maybe they were like, whatever is behind us, is in the past
Your bug collection is Dope!
Thank you! That was a quarter of them. Lol