This 1970 Ford Thunderbird by Kenny Scharf has been turned into an outrageous Hot Wheels die-cast car

Published on Jun 10, 2025 at 1:15 AM (UTC+4)
by Callum Tokody

Last updated on Jun 09, 2025 at 3:02 PM (UTC+4)
Edited by Callum Tokody

This Hot Wheels Thunderbird features Kenny Scharf art, custom Thunderbird styling, and die-cast cars appeal.

The story began when Kenny Scharf painted a full-size 1970 Ford Thunderbird with his signature bold and surreal designs.

This striking custom Thunderbird caught the attention of Hot Wheels.

The company then turned the full-size Hot Wheels car into a special-edition Hot Wheels Thunderbird die-cast model.

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Hot Wheels collaborated directly with Kenny Scharf to bring the full-size Hot Wheels car to collectors.

The artist’s original painted custom Thunderbird provided the creative foundation for the Hot Wheels Thunderbird die-cast car.

The 1:64 model perfectly mirrors the full-size car’s vivid blue paint, red accents, and fantastical creature graphics.

This collaboration captures the essence of both art cars and die-cast cars culture.

Demand for this release is expected to be strong.

Hot Wheels confirmed that 100 of the die-cast cars will be hand-signed by Kenny Scharf, adding a layer of exclusivity.

Standard versions of the Hot Wheels Thunderbird will sell for $35, with signed editions priced at $300.

The project allows collectors to own a piece of Kenny Scharf art through a limited-run Hot Wheels die-cast car.

The full-size Hot Wheels car was built by Pfitzer Designs in California.

Scharf’s painted design transformed the vehicle into a custom Thunderbird that stood out on the road and in the art world.

The car features Kenny Scharf art across its bodywork, a custom hood cowl, and eight prominent side-exit exhausts.

It exemplifies the power of art cars to cross creative and automotive boundaries.

Now, the Hot Wheels Thunderbird gives enthusiasts the chance to bring that full-size vision into their own collections.

As interest in both art cars and die-cast cars continues to grow, this collaboration between Kenny Scharf and Hot Wheels shows how automotive art can inspire mass-market collectibles.

With its unique backstory and bold design, the Hot Wheels Thunderbird is likely to become a prized item for both art and automotive fans alike.

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Callum Tokody is a content writer at Supercar Blondie, where he covers the latest in the automotive world with a focus on design and performance. Callum has a background in automotive journalism and has contributed to a range of publications in Australia and the UK. Outside of work, he’s a design enthusiast with a soft spot for anything with a V8 and a good story.