The Mini Racer Cruisin Lightning McQueen variant from 2020 actually has a slightly different expression, color, and wheels. The story behind this variant is actually pretty insane. In 2018, Mattel released Cruisin Lightning McQueen in a 3 Pack with Mater and Yellow Ramone, and Mattel re-released him in 2020 in a 3 Pack with Red Ramone and Flo, but they labled him as a new release, because they didn't even remember releasing him as a Mini Racer two years ago. Mattel probably would have never made this variant if they remembered releasing this guy as a Mini Racer back in 2018. I don't really think Mattel knows it's a variant to this day. Red Ramone was actually the real new release in that 3 Pack, so I guess Mattel thought they gave us two new releases, but they really just gave us one new release, and one new variant.
@@PistonCupProductions Yea I'm actually really disappointed they stopped making Frosty variants, my guy wasn't even lucky enough to get a Car-nival Cup variant. I actually live in Australia and have only ever found Ice Racer Frosty along with Ice Racer McQueen at Toys R Us before that went bust. I'm 13 now, and I've been holding on to him ever since I got him. But still, Toys R Us closing, man, hearing that broke my fucking heart
I would like a three pack like they did here... (Lightning, Francesco and Carla) But not for GRC... like they did with the tuners pack (with Lightning) in 1/65 scale, having a podium style pack trying to make the scene in the podium post-tokyo race
Im pretty sure they need licenses to use Lewis Hamilton and Jeff Gorvette im not sure tho. I dont collect mini racers but i might get these tbh. Can't wait to get the diecast and the playset!
@@LubiTheCat yea but I'm talking about using them for expanded universe releases because we always see both of them in the mainline but barely in expanded universe so I'm guessing they need another license or sum
To be honest i've never liked the minis, it personally isn't my thing and the paint chips off so easily. I don't even play with these like someone would. Thailand really needs to do better and so does Mattel in general. great video though!
@@carscollector9594+ Meh... Miguel Camino had variants that haven't changed much (yet, this dip didn't check other 1-55 scale Miguel's having a black spoiler before GRC)
Those GRC Mini Racers look amazing
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The Mini Racer Cruisin Lightning McQueen variant from 2020 actually has a slightly different expression, color, and wheels. The story behind this variant is actually pretty insane. In 2018, Mattel released Cruisin Lightning McQueen in a 3 Pack with Mater and Yellow Ramone, and Mattel re-released him in 2020 in a 3 Pack with Red Ramone and Flo, but they labled him as a new release, because they didn't even remember releasing him as a Mini Racer two years ago. Mattel probably would have never made this variant if they remembered releasing this guy as a Mini Racer back in 2018. I don't really think Mattel knows it's a variant to this day. Red Ramone was actually the real new release in that 3 Pack, so I guess Mattel thought they gave us two new releases, but they really just gave us one new release, and one new variant.
That was so helpful thank you bro 🙏🏻🙏🏻
@@PistonCupProductionsYour welcome! This proves that Mattel can be forgetful every once in a while.😂
Ah yes, good old Mattel, complete incompetent malfunctions. Shoutout to this chad over here for dropping the knowledge
21:40 On camera, the McQueen in the package definitely has a darker shade of red, while the 2018 variant has higher saturation of red
Can’t wait to get Cruz as a 1:55 diecast
same bro
I can’t believe we got Wingo now!
Brooooo, we got these down under, but my local grocery store hasn't got these in yet
the fun part of the G.R.C thing is going to be the fun head canon stuff
Great Video Piston Cup Productions
The metallic version of GRC Lightning McQueen is in the 10 Pack with Sally and every other GRC Mini Racer, minus Mater.💀
18:40 Chibi Wingo
"Granted there are four missing racers: Nigel Gearsley, Rip Clutchgoneski, Jeff Gorvette, and Lewis Hamilton"
Frosty: 😞
Lmao
@@PistonCupProductions Yea I'm actually really disappointed they stopped making Frosty variants, my guy wasn't even lucky enough to get a Car-nival Cup variant. I actually live in Australia and have only ever found Ice Racer Frosty along with Ice Racer McQueen at Toys R Us before that went bust. I'm 13 now, and I've been holding on to him ever since I got him. But still, Toys R Us closing, man, hearing that broke my fucking heart
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Wingo looks so cool I have Snot Rod and DJ hopefully they make Boost
@@tylerlindgren13 same
I would like a three pack like they did here... (Lightning, Francesco and Carla) But not for GRC... like they did with the tuners pack (with Lightning) in 1/65 scale, having a podium style pack trying to make the scene in the podium post-tokyo race
They do not sell mini 3 packs in Ireland
@@jascaharringtons-xr3cz I'm from Ireland
Love😊 😊
your the best
9:06 I live in romania and i haven't seen any new minies for 2024
Lighting McQueen: Ka-Chow let’s do this
Not mine but I found the 15 pack with jaco floco Mack
It would’ve been cool if the flames on Shu Tudoroki transitioned from red to the light blue GRC color
That would’ve definitely been cool. Would’ve been a subtle nudge to the ice racer too
Imagine if Carla and Cruz had a conversation of who is the best female racer
i wish i could be like you
Im pretty sure they need licenses to use Lewis Hamilton and Jeff Gorvette im not sure tho. I dont collect mini racers but i might get these tbh. Can't wait to get the diecast and the playset!
Mattel released regular Lewis and Jeff in a 5 Pack this year.
@@LubiTheCat yea but I'm talking about using them for expanded universe releases because we always see both of them in the mainline but barely in expanded universe so I'm guessing they need another license or sum
This would be a 2 year olds snack
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I have serious 4
bro the new 2025 diecast are a disaster like yo really only 2 new cars
To be honest i've never liked the minis, it personally isn't my thing and the paint chips off so easily. I don't even play with these like someone would. Thailand really needs to do better and so does Mattel in general. great video though!
Eh... they seem like nice little collectibles, but i can see why they're not your cup of tea.
You forgot grc Mater if you hate him the most!
Oh wait that’s true lol. He’s definitely at the bottom for me
I still think it’s Miguel!
@@carscollector9594+ Meh... Miguel Camino had variants that haven't changed much (yet, this dip didn't check other 1-55 scale Miguel's having a black spoiler before GRC)
10th
It's not same its one damage
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