Haile chace stunt director of film, johnny daheim stunt driver, carey loftin stunt driver and later stunt coordinator for. The 1971 johnny lightning promotion from general mills. Watch cool car videos and outrageous stunt driving videos. He married, at a young age, his childhood girlfriend, marie. Since then johnny lightning sales have jumped and figures compiled by mattel show that for about every three hot wheels one johnny lightning is sold. The most valuable hot wheels cars ever car and driver. Two other johnny lightnings were for the dirttrack circuit. Hot wheels shadow mk lla race car stunt track driver cd rom 17 black white red.
Moreover, the other members of the jones team mario andretti, a. After high school, he worked different jobs, one being construction work on highrise buildings in manhattan. Johnny lightning 1970 model camaros 3 unopened camaro. This sound track was used in the film during the mountain race scenes. Hot pace in a big minirace sports illustrated vault. Johnny lightning jldr001gh ecto 1a 1959 cadillac ambulance and 1977 dodge monaco new york city police with figurines from ghostbusters 1 movie 164 diecast model cars by johnny lightning. Johnny lightning, the makers of small, fun and inexpensive plastic toys has more star trek ships on the way for the 2008 holiday season.
In addition to our main johnny lightning downhill racing focus, we also have a blast with the following. Now showing johnny dark, 1954 universal studios fabulous. Most johnny lightning cars will have a version featuring some special traits that distinguish it from the regular release. Offering an original johnny lightning topper orange mirror custom toronado with some issues. These custom cars were only produced for a short time in 1971 just before the fall. Lm 500 track set stunt track double drag strip single drag strip single drag strip with timer loop the loop straight track pack. Their claim to fame at that time was that they were extremely fast compared to other brands of diecast cars. They accept an aurora t jet chassis with screws to hold the body on. Johnny lightning 1981 jeep wagoneer 4x4 limited orange mijo exclusives 1.
Lowe who previously owned a toy company playing mantis. Johnny lightning topper orange mirror custom toronado. Etsy has thousands of handcrafted and vintage products that perfectly fit what youre searching for. Matchbox contemporary diecast cars, trucks and vans mustang cobra, ford mustang, truck engine. Moreover, the other members of the jones teammario andretti, a. See more ideas about lightning, diecast and matchbox cars. Vintage topper 1971 johnny lightning big switch eldorado race. Our sellers offer a satisfaction guarantee with all items sold. Johnny lightning is out to really cut the sizzler down to size with a battery. Just a random custom track i made in stunt track driver, wasnt going to upload it originally but i thought i might as well, to show people what it looks like. Hot wheels stunt strikers provides examples of breath weapon. The white lightning variation is johnny lightnings chase car, a concept introduced to the diecast market by playing mantis owner tom lowe in 1994.
Johnny lightning diecast vehicle play sets for sale ebay. Vintage topper 1971 johnny lightning big switch eldorado. It was changed due to a issue with rival toy manufacturer johnny lightning, which had previously issued a mad maverick, so the prenamechange cars are highly sought after. Johnny daheim stunt driver, carey loftin stunt driver and later stunt coordinator for the movie bullitt starting steve mcqueen. Hot wheels stunt track driver is a racing video game developed by semi logic entertainments. In 1970, hot wheels vs johnny lightning was more than a toy war. Expand your options of fun home activities with the largest online selection at. Buy sell hot wheels redlines matchbox nascar johnny lightning. Grease 1978 cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more. Never one to lag behind, topper is involved in johnny lightning racing. Dec 05, 2019 it was changed due to a issue with rival toy manufacturer johnny lightning, which had previously issued a mad maverick, so the prenamechange cars are highly sought after. Mopar series 1 1969 dodge charger rt red 1969 dodge charger rt lime green. In 1969, topper toys introduced johnny lightning cars and track sets in response to. Johnny lightning 50th 1968 chevrolet camaro ss sunoco racing 1.
A few weeks ago, in a bold promotional stunt, they staged a mock race on the ed sullivan television show. Looking for hotwheels, matchbox, johnny lightning, nascar, diecast cars or other collectible toys. Hotwheels stunt track driver but i dont do any stunts. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Includes 12 feet of racing grade track and six launching planes. Custom trikes, hot wheels, johnny lightning duration. Many automobile manufacturers have licensed hot wheels to make scale models of their cars, allowing the use of original design blueprints and detailing. Jack striker, team leader and driver of motoblade and thunderblade. Jlt cold air intake kit black textured gt 20152017. They had some of the coolest designs and wildest track sets ever made.
Here is a list of topper johnny lightning cars, track sets and accessories. Johnny lightning highlights the debut of these two pony cars that paved the way. Lowe in 1994, who founded an umbrella company playing mantis. Johnny lightning race track commercial 1970 youtube. Here at the toy peddler, we have thousands of toys and collectibles for sale at reasonable prices. All these cars listed are from the first edition release of the pull back style chassis. Round 2 is a limited liability company which produces model kits, diecast models, slot cars and other hobby products. There were to be two cars for the indy race, a starter and backup cars.
Johnny lightning ford mustang gt 1982 custom light blue poly jlcp7261 b 164. These are photos of al unsers 1970 lolacolt johnny lightning special. Signed johnny lightnings from round2 creative team members tony karamitsos, mike groothius, mac ragan, and. Johnny lightning 1976 chevy g20 boogie vans were putting the read more. It was used as the short track and road race car and it had four wins and five poles in 1970. Loftin also worked on the movie grand prix, spinout, speedway, viva las vegas, on the beach, as well as.
Signed johnny lightnings from round2 creative team members tony karamitsos, mike groothius, mac ragan, and tom lowe. Jack striker, team leader and driver of motoblade and thunderblade the lancer. Hot wheels racing 2009072 pro stock firebird pontiac muscle car spoke 5 red hub. Foyt, bobby unser, joe leonard, billy vukovich, roger mccluskey and jones himself were to do commercials for the toy johnny lightnings. Johnny lightning elvis presley 1956 ford thunderbird. Zoom, team scout, driver of flashfire, vehicle designed for speed. It was the primary competitor of matchbox until 1997, when mattel bought tyco toys, thenowner of matchbox. Would make a good filler or project car or could be used as a hood or door donor. Like speed racer, the comic book stories involved young race driver johnny lightning, who drove a 1968 charger, called lightning one. Its free to register and easy to buy or sell your items. Lincoln johnny lightning race club the official johnny.
Foyt, bobby unser, joe leonard, billy vukovich, roger mccluskey. Hot wheels roll cage from 2001 stunt track driver game loose. Starting at the top left we have the long wing version with black interior, next is the long wing with white interior and wheels, making it a white lightning version. We are a full service diecast race club that meets once a month in lincoln, rhode island. Make offer johnny lightning 1987 buick grand national gnx black 164 diecast car jlcp7178. He had a son after one year of marriage and decided he didnt want to work in.
How orenstein and topper came to sponsor the johnny lightning 500 at indy is an astonishing tale in the annals of capitalism. Johnny lightning archives page 4 of 4 the hobbydb blog. This human touch, the signing of real hero drivers to promote toy cars, finally. This page is dedicated to johnny lightning original toppers, replicas, and lost toppers. Johnny lightning 1987 buick grand national gnx black 164 diecast car jlcp7178.
Round 2 holds several hobby brands, most of which were acquired and relaunched by round 2 under the original brand name. Johnny lightning is a brand of model cars originally produced by topper toys, similar to the. The crossers can do this when they are in contact fiveman band the leader. Im trying to play a game on my laptop that was made for windows 98.
Unfollow johnny lightning price guide to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Get the best deal for johnny lightning toys from the largest online selection at. I put the disc in and it goes through the process of opening the screen to install it, and when i click the button to install, the disc stops spinning and it doesnt install. Apr 11, 2010 these drivers included phil hill sports car racing driver, louis tomei indianapolis 500, don freeland indianapolis 500, driving the victress s1a, chuck tatum sports car racer driving the tatum special, h.
Aug 20, 2007 just a random custom track i made in stunt track driver, wasnt going to upload it originally but i thought i might as well, to show people what it looks like. The cowl is pushed down and its missing the passenger side front wheel and axle. Shop for johnny lightning toy vehicles online at target. This page is managed by the lincoln johnny lightning race club. Page 1 of 201 name color variation series name subseries name release casting qty wl ls 1950 vw beetle split window yellow 2pack 2017 volkswagen 01b 293 yes no. The car is the first johnny lightning special ever built and it won on its first outing, a 150 miler at phoenix on 28 march 1970. Topper johnny lightning indy 500 race set video no. Their most important technology was to mold in a small hook under the front axle so that they could be propelled by a leverdriven. In 2004, lowe sold playing mantis to rc2 which was formed by ertl and racing champions.
These are definitely my favorite of the diecast cars. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Discover all the extraordinary items our community of craftspeople have to offer and find the perfect gift for your loved one or yourself. Charlie picerni was born in corona queens, new york. Johnny lightning sky show flying daredevils stunt set. There were six remakes of original aurora cars and six new body styles. Johnny lightning brand was established in 1969 and sold by topper toys until when it ceased its production in 1971.
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