Hot Wheels and Ferrari are so well known in the automotive enthusiast community that it’s hard to believe it’s been more than 10 years since their last collaboration. Now the two iconic brands have joined forces once again to create a line of nine products, which starts with a boxed set of two limited-edition Hot Wheels Collector die-cast cars: the Ferrari 312 P and 499P Modificata.
Each of those two cars is significant in its own way. Hot Wheels chose the 312 P race car as a tribute to its first Ferrari model, which it released in 1970.
The 499P Modificata is an 857-horsepower twin-turbo V6-powered hybrid race car that Ferrari describes as “the highest-performance closed-wheel car that Ferrari has ever proposed for non-competitive use on the track derived from the 499P that triumphed at the 24 Hours of Le Mans.”
Both cars are finished in red Spectraflame paint, but they have different wheels: The 312 P rolls on a set of Neo-Classics Redline wheels while the 499P zooms around on 10-spoke Real Riders wheels. The pair retails for $100; as of right now, it’s sold out on the Mattel Creations site.
Also in the new line of products are several memorable modern street cars as well as racing machines form decades past. Later this year, you can get the Hot Wheels Premium version of the F50 from the 1990s or the 2010s LaFerrari hybrid hypercar for $6.49. At the $1.25 price level are the 365 GTB4 Competizione that raced in Le Mans and Daytona, and the 720-horsepower F40 Competizione. The Hot Wheels Premium Ferrari 250 GTO goes for $16.99, but it comes with its own Fiat 642 RN2 Bartoletti transporter so it can get to its next race across the bedroom carpet. To learn more about the full range of upcoming Hot Wheels Ferrari releases, check out the Mattel corporate website.
Carroll Shelby had a fine run producing modified Mustangs. Sure, it was a bummer moving the operation from Venice, California to Ford’s contractors in Ionia, Michigan, but that didn’t mean there was no value to Shelby automobiles. Unfortunately, the writing was on the wall with the performance market: Ford discontinued the Shelby Mustang for 1970, yet there were enough leftovers that Ford had the cars re-serialized for 1970 with FBI supervision. All Ford did to distinguish these was add a front spoiler and a pair of hood stripes and viola! – the 1970 Shelby Mustang was good to go. One of these rare cars, a rotisserie-restored 1970 Shelby GT500 fastback, is currently listed on AutoHunter. The 428 Cobra Jet engine powering it is paired with a C6 automatic transmission. Painted Grabber Yellow with black stripes and furnished with a matching interior, this muscle car is offered by the selling dealer with an Elite Marti Report, restoration receipts and photos, and a clear title.
Grabber Yellow was a special-order color for the Shelby Mustang in 1969-70, one of several that would become regular-production options for regular Ford and Mercury models in 1970. Black side and hood stripes, a front spoiler, an integrated rear spoiler, color-keyed racing mirrors, and scoops on the hood and sides are but a few exterior features. A set of 15-inch Shelby wheels are wrapped in staggered-width BFGoodrich Radial T/As: 235/60 front and 255/60 rear.
The cabin consists of black hi-back vinyl bucket seats with knitted vinyl inserts. Other interior features include woodgrain trim, a center console with an automatic shifter, a Sport Deck rear seat, deluxe seat belts, power steering, power ventilation, an AM radio, and a clock on the passenger side.
The instrument panel includes a 140-mph speedometer, an 8,000-rpm tachometer, and gauges for the temperature and fuel. On the console, you’ll find gauges for the oil pressure and alternator. The odometer reads 9,370 miles, though the title reads mileage-exempt.
Like all GT500s in 1970, the engine powering this fastback is an “R-code” 428 Cobra Jet with ram air, which was rated at 335 horsepower. It is paired with a three-speed C6 Cruise-O-Matic automatic transmission.
The Cobra Jet is paired with 3.50 Traction-Lok gearing. Other undercarriage hardware includes power front disc brakes and a dual exhaust system leading to two central outlets in the rear valence.
Only 380 Shelby GT500 fastbacks were built in 1970, of which 208 had an automatic transmission. Of those, only 13 were painted Grabber Yellow. For a chance to own this Shelby, visit AutoHunter and place your bid before Friday, April 11, 2025 at 11:45 a.m. (PDT).
After Toyota stopped selling the MkIV Supra in the U.S. in 1998, American fans of the curvy performance car had to wait 22 years for a new one. It may be hard to believe, but we’ve almost reached the end of the line for the MkV model. The good news is Toyota has rolled a lot of upgrades into the 2026 GR Supra MkV Final Edition.
The newest iteration of the Supra had fans of the previous models impatiently waiting for decades. When the Toyota GAZOO Racing-developed MkV came out as a 2020 model, some were disappointed to learn it had a BMW engine and transmission. Now that the turbo four-cylinder variant has been discontinued, the 2026 GR Supra 3.0, 3.0 Premium, and MkV Final Edition models are exclusively powered by the turbocharged 3.0-liter I6, which produces 382 horsepower and 368 lb-ft. of torque. All trims are available with an eight-speed automatic or a six-speed manual gearbox.
Only the MkV Final Edition gets unique cosmetic, aerodynamic, suspension, braking, and chassis upgrades. To make the Final Edition better at cheating the wind and handling the road, Toyota added front wheel arch flaps, higher front tire spats, and a carbon fiber ducktail rear spoiler. In its standard form, the Final Edition has new 19-inch matte black wheels, glossy carbon fiber mirror caps, and a matching finish for the rear spoiler. To increase the Final Edition’s cornering grip, Toyota changed the camber angle of the wheels, which sit in front of larger Brembo discs.
The GT4-style pack, inspired by the GR Supra GT4 EVO2 race car, comes in two new exclusive matte colors, Burnout and Undercover, and incorporates red mirror caps, GT4-inspired exterior side graphics, matte black carbon fiber ducktail spoiler, and matte black rear Supra emblem.
Many of the Final Edition’s less visible components have also been enhanced. A stronger under-body brace ups the level of grip and control. The front control arms now have stronger rubber bushings, which join forces with the rear sub-frame’s strengthened rubber mounts. Toyota dialed in the suspension even more by installing a stronger front stabilizer and revising the electronically controlled shocks. The electric power steering itself offers a “more direct steering feel and improved control,” according to the automaker. Even the tuning of the differential has been tweaked for lower understeer and higher amounts of traction.
The cockpit is furnished with leather and Alcantara seats embroidered with the GR logo and red accents, including the stitching, manual shift knob bezel, and seat belts.
You can say your goodbyes to the MkV Supra in Toyota dealerships this spring. But if you buy one, you never have to. Just make sure you do it in time because the production lines will shut down in the spring of 2026.
Please observe the four cars below. All are currently listed on AutoHunter, our sister website. Can you identify the model year, make, and model of each based on the features provided?
Post your answers in the comments section below the gallery. If you need a lifeline, just click on an image and you’ll find your hint.
Old pickup trucks can get away with certain things that other vehicles can’t. If they have a little patina, great – that just makes them look more vintage. They don’t need a lot of luxury or convenience features because they’re supposed to be simple, rugged machines. Fuel economy? Who cares?! They’re classic pickup trucks (hopefully with a big, loud V8). All they really have to do is run and hold stuff in the bed. We don’t need to make any excuses for our Pick of the Day, a 1971 Ford F-100 Ranger XLT Styleside posted on ClassicCars.com by a New York dealership.
Thanks to a frame-off rotisserie restoration, this Ford F-100 has fresh Scandia Green and Seafoam Green paint. The Ranger XLT trim adds bright side trim with woodgrain accents and a woodtone tailgate panel, all of which coordinate well with the soft greens of the two-tone finish. The eight-foot bed is ready for work or play.
If you need a little more storage space, throw some tools or gear in the lockable compartment on the passenger side. Whatever you end up carrying in this truck, new whitewall tires and the Twin-I-Beam front suspension will handle the road while the Flex-O-Matic rear suspension deals with the load.
The inside of the single cab is just as distinctive and handsome as the exterior. As part of the restoration, the bench seat was reupholstered with new green vinyl and cloth. Once again, the Ranger XLT trim adds extra features, which include the vinyl door panels with woodtone accents, glove compartment lock, perforated headliner, and more. This truck also has air conditioning, which makes it a little less rough and tough but a lot more comfortable.
There are even more updates under the hood. Ford offered a few V8s in its trucks for 1971; this particular F-100 has the 215-horsepower, 327-lb-ft 360, which benefits from fresh hoses, belts, gaskets, and seals. The big V8 comes equipped with its rebuilt original carburetor. A C6 three-speed automatic sends power to the Ford nine-inch rear end.
This 1971 Ford F-100 Ranger XLT is a handsome restoration with great colors and useful features and updates, yet it still has vintage charm. It can be yours for $42,900.
“If you had to compete with GM, Ford and Chrysler, what would you do?” asked American Motors in a 1971 ad. Due to lack of funds, AMC was forced to restyle instead of redesign the Javelin. New style, combined with a new engine, helped the Javelin compete with the likes of strong competitors and weather the storm of emissions and safety standards. Our Pick of the Day, a 1973 Javelin, was a maximum effort during AMC’s struggles. It is listed for sale on ClassicCars.com by a dealership in metro Detroit.
When the Javelin debuted for 1968, it was cheered by the motoring press. “It has a clean understated appearance that is not marred by phony vents, power bulges, mounds or bizarre sculpturing of whatever variety,” wrote Car and Driver. “The Javelin is an honest-looking car with a dramatic flair.” Its on-road performance was also praised. “It felt very much like a British sports car—with the same advantages as well as the same disadvantages. The Javelin is nearly neutral when pushed through a hard corner and a controllable, power-induced over-steer can be obtained whenever desired.”
The Javelin was facelifted for 1970, then restyled for 1971, joining the Mustang and Cougar as the last of the updated pony cars. A longer nose with exaggerated wheel arches on the front fenders were said to be inspired by Can-Am race cars, while the chunky rear haunches did not come off as being Rubenesque. The two-seat AMX was discontinued, instead becoming a performance package for the Javelin. The revamped interior made great strides from the plastic-y interior from 1968-69, plus the instrument panel (wood-grained for Javelin, engine-turned with the AMX package) was contoured around the driver. The 401 replaced the 390 and offered up to 330 advertised horsepower before the industry moved to net ratings, while the 360 continued at the bottom end of the performance roster. A new cowl induction system was available, and interesting features like split vinyl top and corduroy interior offered distinction from the rest of the pony car set.
For 1973, a new recessed grille was similar to what AMXs used for 1971-72. And while new federal regulations required 5-mph protection up front, the Javelin emerged unscathed as it did not suffer from the fat lip that most cars were stuck with for the model year. Out back, “twin-pod” taillights replaced the full-width design that had been a hallmark sine the Javelin’s introduction. A new vinyl roof design covered the whole roof plus the flying-buttress C-pillars. If you liked stripes, there was a new Rally Stripe design yet again.
The Go Package for 360-4 and 401 engines included a T-stripe decal on the front end, black rear panel, Rally-Pac instrumentation, handling package, air induction, heavy-duty cooling, Twin-Grip differential, power disc brakes, 15×7 slotted wheels with E60x15 Polyglas tires, and space saver spare. Unusual for the era, 3.91 gears were available with four-speeds.
As you can see, the Javelin was properly equipped to do battle with most pony cars during those trying times, and this Maxi Blue 1973 Javelin shakes its moneymaker to the hilt. This is a great-looking car, and the optional Blue “Domino” fabric and vinyl interior only adds to the appeal. “Original (N) 360ci engine [that’s a 360 two-barrel], Holley 4bbl., factory intake and exhaust manifolds,” says the seller. Other features include power steering, console with automatic shifter, dual painted mirrors, MSD Pro-Billet distributor, factory air cleaner and chrome valve covers, factory radiator with shroud, H-pipe Flowmasters, updated headlights, and more. Note the AMX spoiler and grille, the latter which you can tell by the round (not rectangular) parking lights.
Only 7,351 Javelins were built with the 360 (both two- and four-barrel), but who cares about rarity (or lack thereof) when you have horsepower and hues in your corner? To score maximum pony car, you’ll need to pony up $38,900.
If you are a sports car guy and not a muscle car guy – meaning how a car handles is just as important as how quickly it accelerates – then the car that likely caught your attention in the early 2000s was a Saleen. Today’s AutoHunter Spotlight is one of those cars, a 2000 Ford Mustang Saleen S281. The auction will end on Thursday, April 10.
The Saleen S281 took an already good car and made it better, especially for track work or even just for roads with a lot of turns. There were various options for the S281. but all offered a highly tuned chassis incorporating Racecraft suspension combined with an optimal tire and wheel combination to make the Mustang the best-handling car possible. Saleen also added aerodynamic aids to the body to make it cut through the wind better and look distinctive. These cars are true sports car drivers’ Mustangs and are simply amazing from behind the wheel.
The seller describes this car as being a 2000 Ford Mustang Saleen S281 that is powered by a 4.6L V8 mated to a five-speed manual transmission. The car is painted in its original Silver Clearcoat Metallic over a Dark Charcoal leather interior. It is offered by the seller with the original window sticker, certificate of authenticity, clean CARFAX report and a clear title.
It’s worth nothing that this Saleen has only 21,980 original miles and is a one of one, according to the included Saleen Certificate of Authenticity that accompanies the car. It is Saleen S281 No. 00-0196.
From the photos, the exterior looks to be in excellent shape, with the Silver Clearcoat Metallic paint seemingly free from any major flaw (although the seller does note there is some minor damage and blemishes on the front spoiler). Like all Saleen cars, this one features a Saleen lightweight hood, louvered side scoops, urethane front and rear fascia, Saleen side skirts, a Saleen S281 rear wing, and Saleen badging and graphics. It rides on correct Saleen 18-inch five-spoke chrome alloy wheels clad with staggered-width Nitto NT 555R radial tires.
The interior of this S281 features front bucket seats in Dark Charcoal leather upholstery, a center console with a close-ratio manual shifter, Saleen Performance driving pedals, an aftermarket Pioneer touchscreen stereo and a full complement of Saleen gauges. Everything looks to be in good condition with no rips or tears to the seats or cracks in the dash.
Under the hood is the car’s original 4.6L 2V SOHC V8 that features 285 horsepower and 315 lb-ft of torque. It has Saleen high-performance pulleys and is mated to a five-speed Saleen quick-ratio manual gearbox. The condition of the engine looks to be good, although surface rust on some of the fasteners indicates it would benefit from an engine detail.
In the world of more modern Mustangs, a Saleen car is always a bit special. These are limited-production cars modified by Saleen at their own factory in order to provide customers with a Mustang that turned corners as well as it handled a straightaway.
If you like Mustangs but see yourself as more of a sports car enthusiast, this 2000 Saleen S281 might just be the perfect car for you. Place a bid for a chance to own a truly special Mustang – the auction for this 2000 Ford Mustang Saleen S281 ends Thursday, April 10, 2025, at 12:00 p.m. (PDT).
The current Genesis lineup consists of a variety of sedans, SUVs, and EVs. That’s it for now, but judging by the X Gran Coupe and X Gran Convertible concepts that recently debuted at the Seoul Mobility Show 2025, that could change.
This isn’t just wishful thinking. The theme of the event was “Unfold a New Era of Genesis.” Mike Song, Global Head of Genesis, says, “In the 10 years since our launch, Genesis has been dedicated to delivering its unique values to more than 1.3 million customers worldwide. We aim to seize this opportunity as a launchpad for a new decade, showcasing models that embody Genesis’ pursuit of high-performance technology and future luxury design.”
Genesis has made two-door and drop-top what-ifs before. It has hinted at an interest in producing such models with the X and X Speedium Coupe concepts and the X Convertible.
Then there’s the fact that the X Gran Coupe and X Gran Convertible are based on Genesis’s G90 flagship sedan, which makes them that much more viable. Their designs are not wildly different from the brand’s current design language: the Genesis Crest Grille is present, as are the two-line headlights and taillights.
The interiors are also largely based in production-friendly reality, with a steering wheel, screens, knobs, dials, and buttons. There’s no vaporware telepathic system that senses when you want to change directions or feel like jamming out to Bruno Mars.
Of course, the X Gran Coupe and X Gran Convertible are officially concepts, so there are some elements that you’d expect to see in a show car. For instance, if the Coupe eventually rolls off a Genesis assembly line, it probably won’t have olive leaf-shaped cut-outs in the wood trim on the door panels or a fully quilted leather roof (although that would be cool).
Perhaps a consumer version of the X Gran Convertible wouldn’t be available with the concept’s wine-inspired paint and its Cabernet Sauvignon grape-blue interior, but the idea of both being available separately is not outlandish, as the the 2025 Genesis GV80 3.5T Prestige AWD we tested last year had plenty of blue in its cabin. The X Gran Coupe’s green and tan interior isn’t all that wild, either—the 2025 GV80 is already available with a Vanilla Beige and Smoky Green color scheme.
Let’s not forget Genesis’s current portfolio. It has a foundation of vehicles that collectively cast a wide net at consumers. That leaves some room for Genesis to go after different parts of the luxury market, a space dominated by Audi, Mercedes-Benz, and BMW, and all three offer coupes and convertibles. Yes, the X Gran Coupe and X Gran Convertible are based on a full-size sedan, which would make their production versions a bit different from the majority of their potential European competitors, but they would make bold statements for the Genesis brand. Anyone taking on those juggernauts needs vision and ambition.
The core idea of trying to gain market share in spaces occupied by the Germans is not foreign to Genesis. It makes a GV80 Coupe, its version of a BMW X6 or Mercedes GLE Coupe, and its upcoming Magma luxury performance vehicles can be seen as Korean rivals to models from BMW M and Mercedes-AMG.
If the X Gran Coupe and X Gran Convertible eventually make their ways (with minor alterations) into Genesis showrooms, don’t be surprised. We won’t be, but we will be eager to test them out.
Every vehicle has a story to tell, and sometimes, an inquisitive owner can find a treasure trove of information by researching a car’s VIN history and the available documentation. That’s what happened to Joe Crossman of Arizona when he got curious about his Grand Cherokee. The CARFAX report showed corporate ownership in Michigan, yet the vehicle’s maintenance had taken place in California. One thing led to another, and Joe found out his Jeep was not only corporate-owned, but it also appeared in magazines and media during its early days.
Joe was among the many attendees at the Future Collector Car Show in Scottsdale, and I was privileged to get up close and personal with his unique ride. Our ensuing seven-minute Q&A is found on the AutoHunter YouTube channel. In the video, Joe discusses how he went down the rabbit hole of researching his Jeep’s backstory, as well as how he has worked to document and preserve that provenance for events like FCCS. He even ordered a replica Michigan license plate to mirror the one the Grand Cherokee wore during its press days.
Known for its on- and off-road capabilities, well-appointed interiors, and vast trim options, the Grand Cherokee has been a popular mid-sized sport-utility vehicle for over 30 years now. Jeep Grand Cherokees produced between 2011 and 2022 were part of the “WK2” generation. While the vehicle carried forward its steel unibody underpinnings from prior years, it received a four-wheel independent suspension and was said to have a significant increase in torsional rigidity (therefore offering a smoother, quieter ride).
The high-end Summit trim level for the WK2 came with generous luxury upgrades in the form of Nappa leather door trim, a premium steering wheel, wood trim, a dual-panel panoramic sunroof, 20-inch wheels, and an 8.4-inch touchscreen with Uconnect, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto. Of course, no Jeep would be complete without some off-road credentials. With that in mind, the vehicle came with a Selec-Terrain traction-management system as well as a Quadra-Lift air suspension with adjustable ride height. At $62,775, it was an expensive vehicle in its segment, and Joe has a copy of the window sticker documenting his Jeep’s equipment.
While still respecting the Grand Cherokee’s overall originality, Joe did invest in a few upgrades in his Grand Cherokee like an SRT vented hood, a cat-back exhaust system (with quad tips from a Grand Cherokee Track Hawk), custom exterior badging, a dash camera, and Husky all-weather floor liners. Best of all, Joe is instilling his automotive passion with his newborn son – the baby’s first ride was in the Grand Cherokee, so there is already an added sense of sentimental value in the vehicle. Thanks, Joe, for carrying forward the car-collector hobby to the next generation!
Alpine may not sound familiar to most Americans but, to a few automotive enthusiasts, it’s a craft-built, lightweight, Renault-powered sports car with impeccable handling. For fans of Alpine, a new video series called “Alpine, 70 years” is ready for your enjoyment.
Note the French flag colors in this 1955 presentation (Image courtesy of Alpine)
Alpine was the brainchild of Jean Rédélé, a gentleman who ran both a garage and a Renault 4CV in competition. Through his experience, he modified his race car and experimented with aluminum bodies. Then, 70 years ago, he formed Automobiles Alpine and started developing a production car called the A106. This coupe, utilizing a fiberglass body designed by Giovanni Michelotti, was based on the rear-engined 4CV and featured a central tubular backbone that would become the trademark for the Alpine brand. Three years later, Alpine modified the design and presented the Dauphine-based A108 in 1958.
The founder’s son and his A106 (Image courtesy of Alpine)
This model spawned the Renault R8-based A110 in 1963, which was produced through 1977. However, most familiar to Americans (especially those who collected diecasts as a kid) was the A310. Introduced in 1971, the A310 would be facelifted into the GTA in the 1980s and, later, the A610 before production ending in 1995.
Alpine A110 (Image courtesy of Wikipedia)
For 2018, Renault revived the Alpine, officially known as Alpine A110. This mid-engined coupe features a Nissan 1.8-liter turbo-four backed by a Getrag seven-speed dual-clutch transmission. Globally, as many as 4,835 have been built in a year, reflecting the strength of the Alpine brand in the minds of European enthusiasts.
Alpine A310 (Image courtesy of Wikipedia)
The first episode of this video series is called “The Alpine Legend” and sheds light on the brand’s origins and the hurdles it approaches in the face of electrification. To view this episode, click here.
