Mattel Hot Wheels 1:18 1966 TV Series Batmobile

by Mattel

Product Features

• The one and only, officially licensed model of the original 1966 Batmobile featured in the TV series
• Hot Wheels 40th anniversary special release
• Designer collaboration with George Barris ensures the replica's exact design
• Detailed on an astonishing scale, embodying the history and heritage of Batman and Hot Wheels alike
• Highly collectible

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 12 x 6 x 5 inches ; 2.5 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B000MTBP58
• Item model number: L2090
• Manufacturer recommended age: 14 years and up
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #60,844 in Toys & Games (See Top 100 in Toys & Games)
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (53 customer reviews)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

The 1966 TV Series Batmobile is the one and only, officially licensed model of the original 1966 Batmobile featured in the TV series. Collectors have been waiting for this car, and the 40th anniversary seemed like the perfect time to release it. George Barris made sure that the model is right. From the wheels to the curved windshield, 1966 TV Series Batmobile is detailed on an astonishing scale, embodying the history and heritage of Batman and Hot Wheels alike.

Product Description

This is the one and only officially licensed model of the original 1966 Baobile featured in the TV series. Collectors have been waiting for this car, and our 40th anniversary seemed like the perfect time to release it. And since there are no others, we got together with George Barris to make sure we did it right. From the wheels to the curved windshield, 1966 TV Series Baobile is detailed on an astonishing scale, embodying the history and heritage of Baan and Hot Wheels alike. The Vehicle measures approximately 6" long.

Customer Reviews

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30 of 33 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars BAT-FAN-TASTIC!!!, March 5, 2008

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Davidp. (Jax. Florida) - See all my reviews

= Durability:4.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:1.0 out of 5 stars 

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This review is from: Mattel Hot Wheels 1:18 1966 TV Series Batmobile (Toy)

For almost 40 years I've been waiting for an accurate replica of the 1966 Batmobile, and finally it's here! This model has been computer scanned from the actual original vehicle still in the possession of customizer George Barris, so it is without a doubt, the most accurate mass produced, commercially available model of the car available.

This diecast profiles correctly to the shape of the original car ( which has been distorted in most toys and models available over the decades ) and the details, even down to the red pinstriping, look great. Hardcore scrutinizers may find a quibble here and there with minor details ( such as two very small "badges" on the grille of the car ) but some variations are inevitable, as this car has had parts replaced ( such as the "turbine exhaust" ), and has been tinkered with over the years. But when the overall look of the model is so correct, those minor changes hardly matter.

The model has a glossy black paint job, matching the look of the car on the television series. The passenger doors open, and it has a working steering linkage. Cockpit detailing includes the handle used to make the car perform a 180 degree "Bat-Turn", a fire extinguisher between the seats, the rolltop detailing on the dash, and the somewhat antique looking "Batphone" on the center console.

There will be limited edition "elite" and "super elite" versions available, which will have more goodies, such as an opening hood and trunk, and photo-etched parts, plus details of questionable authenticity under those opening parts ( such as a conjectural "turbine Engine" which was never seen on the series ) but if you're not made of money - like me - you will probably find this version just right for the price.

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Mattel hot wheels 1:18 1966 tv series batmobile, April 25, 2008

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David Gee "gmony" - See all my reviews
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= Durability:2.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:4.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:1.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Mattel Hot Wheels 1:18 1966 TV Series Batmobile (Toy)

Yea I had one ordered as a presale at $29.95 and It never shipped, then they notified me that it would be delayed so I kept it on order for another month. Finally they notified me that they could not feel the order at this time. Yea because sellers on amazon are really sticking you for the price + $60.00. Look around there are plenty of ligit hobby stores selling the reg. version of the 1:18 batmobile for suggested List price $29.95 they will also be hitting the mass retail stores later this summer these won't sell out till mattel saturates the market with time. They are not limited production items.

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars From the days when Batman was psychedelic, not psychotic., June 6, 2008

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Armchair Pundit "Armchair Pundit." (Durham City, England.) - See all my reviews

= Durability:4.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:1.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Mattel Hot Wheels 1:18 1966 TV Series Batmobile (Toy)

A blast from the past which no Batfan can be without.
The scale 1:18 ensures great detail and accuracy that smaller versions can't match.
Even with all the later Batmobile versions this is the one that has always stayed in my mind.
Recently I visited a car's of the stars museum, but of all the exhibits on show only four interested me,
The Saint's Volvo, Mrs Peels Lotus, Bond's Aston Martin DB5 and.......this version Batmobile.
A fantastically designed vehicle from a fantastically humourous show.
Mr Barris's creation will, quite rightly, go down in TV history.
(Now hopefully they will release the TV show this car featured in.)