Hot Wheels 1:43 - Model sports car (2) - Ferrari 250 Testa Rossa - Ferrari 166 MM Barchetta - Hot Wheels Elite (High Precision) Elite Limited Edition (10,000 pcs) Elite Limited Edition

EXCLUSIVE FERRARI LOT – 2x Hot Wheels Elite 1/43 – 250 Testa Rossa (1958) & 166 MM (1949)
FACTORY SEALED IN ITS ORIGINAL CONDITION – RARE, OUT OF PRODUCTION & UNOBTAINABLE
Attention to the most demanding collectors of the Maranello firm and enthusiasts of motorsport history. We have the privilege to present an exceptional lot bringing together two of the greatest legends of car racing, reproduced by the prestigious Hot Wheels Elite line in 1/43 scale.
These are not ordinary miniatures, but high-precision pieces under official Ferrari license, today out of production and virtually impossible to find in this absolute mint state.

DETAILS AND MODEL HISTORY INCLUDED:
1. Ferrari 250 Testa Rossa (1958) – Ref. N5593 (Limited Edition of 10,000 copies)
• The Real History: Designed by Carlo Chiti and Giotto Bizzarrini, body by Scaglietti, the 250 TR is one of the unquestioned queens of endurance, winner of the 24 Hours of Le Mans. Its legendary name “Testa Rossa” (Red Head) directly references the red paint applied to the rocker covers of its racing engine.
• The Elite Miniature: Presented in its sublime period Rosso Corsa livery. The material quality (high-density injected metal) and the finesse of the details of the iconic 3.0-liter Colombo V12 engine — reproduced with its characteristic red cylinder head — make this piece a true 1/43 masterpiece.
2. Ferrari 166 MM Barchetta (1949) – Ref. P9939 (Limited Edition):
• The Real History: The 166 MM (for Mille Miglia) is the car that forged the international Ferrari myth in competition. It is intimately linked to the legend of Alberto Ascari, two-time Formula 1 World Champion, who shone at the wheel of Enzo Ferrari’s early creations. The Barchetta body by Touring is a pinnacle of elegance and aerodynamics for the late 1940s.
• The Elite Miniature: This model is presented in an absolutely rare configuration: a sublime historic Metallic Blue color. It showcases the excellence of die-cast metal injection, the grid-style front grille in metal, the fine placement of the dashboard gauges, and the meticulous treatment of its 2.0-liter V12 engine, a masterpiece of Ascari’s early era of Ferrari success.

A MUSEUM-QUALITY CONDITION – “MINT IN BOX”:
• Factory sealed: Each box is strictly unopened. The original manufacturer’s sealing stickers remain in place, certifying the 100% pristine state of the pieces.
• Never displayed: These miniatures have never left their box, never exposed to light, dust, or handling, and come from a strictly clean, non-smoking environment.
• Exclusive note: The boxes have been opened only once, with infinite care, exclusively for taking the photographs for this sale.
• Pristine vitrine condition: The cardboard boxes, bases, and crystal-clear plexiglass domes are in new, flawless condition with no wear or aging.

INFORMATION FOR BIDDERS:
• Provenance: This prestigious lot comes from the private exclusive collection of a major adult enthusiast of the Prancing Horse. The storage history is clear and impeccable.
• Important note about photos: The macro detail shots attest to the strictly new, immaculate condition of the miniatures and their original packaging. Please note that some specks or white lines visible in the images are light reflections and refraction on the crystal dome during shooting. They are in no way scratches, missing parts, or paint defects.
• Estimated value (High Collector Value): Given Hot Wheels’ historic license loss with the Ferrari brand, the rarity of the blue color of the 166 MM, and the “Factory Sealed” status of this lot, its market value on the high-end collectibles market falls within the upper end of its range.

ULTRA-SECURE LOGISTICS & SHIPPING:
• Armored Packaging: Custom shipment. The two crystal boxes will be individually wrapped in thick bubble wrap, then carefully secured inside a rigid double-wall high-density carton to withstand any shock or movement during transit.
• International Tracking: Ultra-fast shipping as soon as payment is confirmed by Catawiki, with real-time international tracking number and appropriate full insurance included.
A rare opportunity to own two pristine masterpieces from the prestigious Hot Wheels Elite collection. Happy bidding to all enthusiasts!