In 1968 Mattel introduced an assortment of 16 die-cast cars that looked like miniature Cars that would become the best-selling die-cast toy of all time, with over 4 billion sold since their debut.
About the Author, Michael Zarnock
Michael Zarnock is a two-time Guinness World Record holder for the most different Hot Wheels cars. He was also featured in the 2008 'Ripley's Believe It or Not' book #5 'Prepare to be Shocked!' He previous works include: 'Hot Wheels Variations ' The Ultimate Guide,' 'Warman's Hot Wheels Field Guide,' and 'Warman's Companion Hot Wheels' and more.