Power Pistons
Mattel • Hot Wheels (Mainline)
Toy Category
Vehicle
Year Released
1995
Condition
Good to Very Good; visible paint chipping on the edges and front nose; tampo graphics show slight fading/wear from play.
Estimated Market Value
US $1.00 - $3.00
Description
A futuristic fantasy racing car featuring a dark blue (metalflake) body with orange, yellow, and blue geometric 'Colossus' tampo graphics on the sides and top. It features a translucent red-tinted canopy, golden-yellow engine details visible in the rear, and typically sports 5-spoke (5SP) wheels.
Market Value
Estimated Market Value
US $1.00 - $3.00
Auction Estimate
US $0.50 - $2.00
Toy Identity
Edition Details
Standard Mainline release, Colossus Series #3 of 4; manufactured in Malaysia
Model Number
57/250 (Colossus Series)
Toy Type
1:64 scale die-cast plastic
Toy Condition
Good to Very Good; visible paint chipping on the edges and front nose; tampo graphics show slight fading/wear from play.
Packaging Condition
No Packaging; loose item.
Rarity & Significance
Common; the Power Pistons is a long-running fantasy casting by Hot Wheels designed by Phil Riehlman. This 1995 version is a staple of mid-90s collections but is widely available.
Special Features
Translucent red canopy, metalflake paint finish, rear-mounted exposed engine detail.
Notable Variations
While the 1995 Colossus release is fairly standard, the Power Pistons casting has been released in dozens of colors since 1995, including 'Treasure Hunt' and 'Final Run' editions in later years.