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==History== | ==History== | ||
Unlike all other store-exclusive collections in the line's history, Final Lap models included the character's respective [[List of | Unlike all other store-exclusive collections in the line's history, Final Lap models included the character's respective [[List of vehicles by collector number|collector number]] just as the mainline Drifting singles did, though it omitted the logo and label color to represent the character's segment designation. Final Lap singles featured a unified, brown nameplate, similar in shape to the "normal" one. They also maintained that year's core "Drifting" motif. | ||
The cardback notably teased a total of 40 exclusive, never-produced characters from the ''Cars'' film, while encouraging collectors to look out for re-releases from previous series. While the first four shipping assortments contained low quantities of long-time models like [[Lightning McQueen]] and [[The King]], boxes from "E" onwards exclusively contained new characters; no "new" model appeared in more than one case. | The cardback notably teased a total of 40 exclusive, never-produced characters from the ''Cars'' film, while encouraging collectors to look out for re-releases from previous series. While the first four shipping assortments contained low quantities of long-time models like [[Lightning McQueen]] and [[The King]], boxes from "E" onwards exclusively contained new characters; no "new" model appeared in more than one case. | ||
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A final total of 34 new models were ultimately released, five of which were initially featured in the [[Race O Rama Series|2009]] Collector Guide and poster but never distributed - these were joined by ten older re-releases. | A final total of 34 new models were ultimately released, five of which were initially featured in the [[Race O Rama Series|2009]] Collector Guide and poster but never distributed - these were joined by ten older re-releases. | ||
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|title=Classic Assortment | |||
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|series=Final Lap Collection | |||
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[[Mildred Bylane]], [[Cora Copper]], [[Percy Hanbrakes]], [[Bennie Caliper]], [[Dan Sclarkenberg]], [[Kit Revster]], [[Wilmar Flattz]], and [[Bertha Butterswagon]] were also scheduled for the series, but never saw a release.<ref>[https://www.takefiveaday.com/2011/03/21/mattel-disney-pixar-diecast-cars-the-final-final-lap-cars/]</ref> According to reputable blogsite ''TakeFiveADay.com'', listings for "Leafy" Lightning McQueen, Race Damaged [[Claude Scruggs|Leak Less]], and the [[Rev N Go Pitty]] at one point appeared in early plans.<ref>[https://www.takefiveaday.com/2009/07/13/mattel-disney-pixar-diecast-cars-the-first-final-lap-target-only-classic-cars-list/]</ref><ref>[https://www.takefiveaday.com/2010/04/12/mattel-disney-pixar-diecast-cars-final-lap-more-new-cars/]</ref> | [[Mildred Bylane]], [[Cora Copper]], [[Percy Hanbrakes]], [[Bennie Caliper]], [[Dan Sclarkenberg]], [[Kit Revster]], [[Wilmar Flattz]], and [[Bertha Butterswagon]] were also scheduled for the series, but never saw a release.<ref>[https://www.takefiveaday.com/2011/03/21/mattel-disney-pixar-diecast-cars-the-final-final-lap-cars/]</ref> According to reputable blogsite ''TakeFiveADay.com'', listings for "Leafy" Lightning McQueen, Race Damaged [[Claude Scruggs|Leak Less]], and the [[Rev N Go Pitty]] at one point appeared in early plans.<ref>[https://www.takefiveaday.com/2009/07/13/mattel-disney-pixar-diecast-cars-the-first-final-lap-target-only-classic-cars-list/]</ref><ref>[https://www.takefiveaday.com/2010/04/12/mattel-disney-pixar-diecast-cars-final-lap-more-new-cars/]</ref> | ||
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Latest revision as of 18:07, 18 August 2024
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- "It's the final lap and a race to the finish! Collect 40 new characters from the CARS movie, but don't speed by any classics you missed the first time around!"
- —Original tagline
The Final Lap Collection was a limited series of die-cast Character Cars by Mattel, that was exclusively sold at Target stores within the United States. Following the switch to "Lenticular" mainline cars late in Race O Rama and into the Drifting Series, the "classic" fixed-eye models were relegated to store-exclusive items and collections, with the Final Lap Collection designed to continue releasing lesser-known characters and appease longtime collectors.
The series was first released in October 2009, with its final assortment appearing in early 2011; beginning in April 2011, Cars models a whole were temporarily discontinued as marketing shifted focus to that summer's Cars 2 film.
History
Unlike all other store-exclusive collections in the line's history, Final Lap models included the character's respective collector number just as the mainline Drifting singles did, though it omitted the logo and label color to represent the character's segment designation. Final Lap singles featured a unified, brown nameplate, similar in shape to the "normal" one. They also maintained that year's core "Drifting" motif.
The cardback notably teased a total of 40 exclusive, never-produced characters from the Cars film, while encouraging collectors to look out for re-releases from previous series. While the first four shipping assortments contained low quantities of long-time models like Lightning McQueen and The King, boxes from "E" onwards exclusively contained new characters; no "new" model appeared in more than one case.
Starting from "Case G" onwards, the cardback bio was slightly modified:
- "It's the final lap and a race to the finish! Collect 40 never produced, 1:55 die-cast vehicles of characters from the CARS movie, but don't speed by any classics you missed the first time around!"
A final total of 34 new models were ultimately released, five of which were initially featured in the 2009 Collector Guide and poster but never distributed - these were joined by ten older re-releases.
Vehicles
Photo | Toy no. | Col no. | Model Name | Segment | Notes | Carded photo | Edit |
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Image needed | 0 R1955 |
103 103 |
Skip Ricter NEW |
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0 R1957 |
002 2 |
Radiator Springs Lightning McQueen | – | ![]() |
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0 R1958 |
010 10 |
Fabulous Hudson Hornet | – | ![]() |
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0 R1959 |
019 19 |
Brand New Mater | – | ![]() |
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Image needed | 0 R4359 |
138 138 |
Antonio Veloce Eccellente NEW |
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0 R4360 |
106 106 |
Polly Puddlejumper NEW |
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0 R4361 |
139 139 |
Dexter Hoover with Checkered Flag NEW |
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0 R4362 |
001 1 |
Lightning McQueen | – | ![]() |
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0 R4362 |
123 123 |
Lightning McQueen with Shovel NEW |
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0 R4364 |
020 20 |
Mater | – | ![]() |
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0 R4372 |
107 107 |
Muddy Lightning McQueen NEW |
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0 R4376 |
099 99 |
Blowing Bubbles Mater NEW |
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0 R4383 |
141 141 |
Donna Pits NEW |
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0 R4384 |
142 142 |
Nick Stickers NEW |
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0 R4387 |
038 38 |
Fillmore | – | ![]() |
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0 R4394 |
116 116 |
Pit Crew Member Sarge NEW |
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0 R4395 |
140 140 |
One Eye Mater NEW |
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Image needed | 0 R4405 |
143 143 |
Wet Lightning McQueen NEW |
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0 R4406 |
119 119 |
Vern NEW |
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0 R4409 |
024 24 |
Chick Hicks | – | ![]() |
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0 R4413 |
046 46 |
Sheriff | – | ![]() |
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Image needed | 0 R4416 |
122 122 |
Jay Limo NEW |
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0 R4417 |
149 149 |
Artie NEW |
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0 R4425 |
047 47 |
The King | – | ![]() |
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0 R8658 |
098 98 |
Costanzo Della Corsa NEW |
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Image needed | 0 R8661 |
154 154 |
Timothy Timezone Truecoat NEW |
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Image needed | 0 R8662 |
150 150 |
Valerie Veate NEW |
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0 R8665 |
152 152 |
Jonathan Wrenchworths NEW |
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0 R8666 |
126 126 |
Marlon "Clutches" McKay | – | ![]() |
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0 R8667 |
144 144 |
Race Damaged Mood Springs NEW |
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0 R8668 |
127 127 |
Lightning McQueen with Cone |
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0 R8669 |
155 155 |
Marilyn NEW |
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Image needed | 0 R8671 |
133 133 |
Duff Wrecks NEW |
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0 R8673 |
157 157 |
Coriander Widetrack NEW |
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Image needed | 0 R8674 |
158 158 |
Swift Alternator NEW |
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0 R8676 |
017 17 |
Ramone | – | ![]() |
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0 R8677 |
160 160 |
Derek "Decals" Dobbs NEW |
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0 R8679 |
162 162 |
Hooman NEW |
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Image needed | 0 R8705 |
156 156 |
Milo NEW |
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0 R8706 |
153 153 |
Matthew "True Blue" McCrew NEW |
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0 R8722 |
151 151 |
Marty Brakeburst NEW |
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0 R8725 |
165 165 |
Matti | – | ![]() |
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0 R8727 |
147 147 |
Bert | – | ![]() |
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Image needed | 0 T0646 |
145 145 |
Johnny NEW |
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Image needed | 0 T0647 |
146 146 |
Jamie NEW |
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0 T0648 |
148 148 |
Flo with Tray NEW |
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1 TBA |
– | Wilmar Flattz |
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Image needed | 1 TBA |
– | Bertha Butterswagon NEW |
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Mildred Bylane, Cora Copper, Percy Hanbrakes, Bennie Caliper, Dan Sclarkenberg, Kit Revster, Wilmar Flattz, and Bertha Butterswagon were also scheduled for the series, but never saw a release.[1] According to reputable blogsite TakeFiveADay.com, listings for "Leafy" Lightning McQueen, Race Damaged Leak Less, and the Rev N Go Pitty at one point appeared in early plans.[2][3]
References
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