In 2003, famed custom car designer Chip Foose built a real-life version of Mattel's Deora II powered by a Cadillac Northstar V8 as a present for Hot Wheels' 35th birthday.

In 2003, famed custom car designer Chip Foose built a real-life version of Mattel's Deora II powered by a Cadillac Northstar ...

Hot Wheels Legends Tour finds real-life custom cars to turn into die-cast Hot Wheels toys, and one 2023 finalist's unique ride already looks like one.

LOS ANGELES (KABC) -- Hot Wheels are nostalgic toys that have been a part of people's childhoods for more than five decades. From the beginning, the small cars were often based on real custom cars ...