Mattel Brick Shop Launches Iconic British Race Car
Mattel has announced a new addition to its Mattel Brick Shop Hot Wheels lineup: a 1:16-scale Aston Martin Vantage GT3 building set. The product was introduced at Toy Fair in New York City and is available for pre-order through Walmart.com. It is expected to reach additional retailers, including Amazon, Target, and Mattel Creations, later this summer with a suggested retail price of $53.99.
The set consists of 793 pieces and is designed to replicate the Aston Martin Vantage GT3 race car. It uses metal components and aims to match the proportions and overall look of the real vehicle. Notable features include opening doors, engine detailing, and aerodynamic elements such as splitters, diffusers, and a rear spoiler.
Owners can customize the model with interchangeable decals, racing numbers, and licensed wheels. The set also includes a 1:64-scale Hot Wheels die-cast version of the Vantage GT3, along with a signature metal plate intended for display.
“For racing and car fans, the Aston Martin Vantage GT3 is pure bucket list material,” said Ted Wu, senior vice president and Global Head of Vehicles and Building Sets at Mattel. “With the Mattel Brick Shop Hot Wheels line, we are giving enthusiasts a new way to connect with the icon that is this Aston Martin model and bring it home as a highly detailed, customizable build that is made to be built, shown off, and admired.”
The model can be assembled in a standard configuration or modified with race-inspired details. Its release expands the Mattel Brick Shop’s officially licensed automotive offerings under the Hot Wheels brand, which focus on buildable versions of real-world performance vehicles.
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