Exciting News for 2025: Better Stock, Faster Delivery, and Improved Quality!

Exciting News for 2025: Better Stock, Faster Delivery, and Improved Quality!

Exciting News for 2025: Better Stock, Faster Delivery, and Improved Quality!

Over the years, we've worked tirelessly to bring you the best diecast models and collectibles from around the world, often sourcing directly from Hong Kong Mattel. While this allowed us to access a broad range of products, it came with its share of challenges:

  • Delayed Stock: Products often arrived well past their retail release dates.
  • Chinese Stickers: These were a common frustration for collectors looking for pristine packaging.
  • Double-Taped Cases: Factory-sealed cases arrived with double tape, raising unnecessary concerns about tampering and chase car hunting.

But now, we’re thrilled to announce that 2025 marks a new era for Hot Match Collectables!

Partnering with a Local Mattel Distributor

We are proud to share that we now have a local account with a Mattel Distributor here in Australia. This exciting development means we can deliver an enhanced experience to our customers, addressing many of the issues you've faced in the past. Here's what you can expect moving forward:

  • Cheaper Stock: Our direct local sourcing allows us to offer competitive pricing.
  • Sticker-Free Packaging: No more unwanted Chinese stickers on your collectible boxes.
  • Factory-Sealed Cases: Say goodbye to double-taped boxes! Your cases will now arrive as originally sealed from the factory.
  • Faster Delivery: Stock should now arrive relatively in line with other Australian retailers, meaning less waiting for the products you love.

What Lines Will Be Affected?

Starting from March 2025, the following Hot Wheels lines (and potentially more) will meet the improved local standards:

  • Hot Wheels Silver Series Celebration
  • Hot Wheels Gold Series Car Culture
  • Hot Wheels Silver Series Themed Automotive
  • Hot Wheels Silver Series Themed Entertainment
  • Hot Wheels Gold Series Boulevard
  • Hot Wheels Car Culture 2-Pack
  • Hot Wheels 1:43 Premium
  • Hot Wheels Silver Series Fast & Furious
  • Hot Wheels Gold Series Fast & Furious
  • Hot Wheels Silver Series Vintage
  • Hot Wheels Gold Series Pop Culture

This means more seamless collecting for you, with the quality and timeliness you deserve.

Overseas Sourcing Will Continue

While we’re making these exciting changes, we will continue to source certain lines from overseas to ensure we carry the widest possible range of collectibles. Rest assured, we will do our utmost to ensure that all popular and collector-focused lines meet these high standards. If you’re unsure whether a product is locally sourced or imported, you can always refer to our Important Information page or reach out to us directly.

A Brighter Future for Collectors

This change marks a major step forward for us as a business and for you as collectors. We’ve listened to your feedback, and we’re committed to bringing you the best Hot Wheels experience possible. We can’t wait for you to see the difference as these improvements roll out from March 2025.

As always, thank you for your continued support. Here’s to an exciting year of collecting and building the ultimate Hot Wheels collections together!

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out—our team is always here to help.

Happy collecting,
The Hot Match Collectables Team

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