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Hot Wheels Car Maker Playset

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  • Guaranteed fun with the Ultimate Car Maker
  • Turn a stick of wax into a fully functioning Hot Wheels car in a matter of minutes
  • Machine features lights ad sounds to walk kids through the process
  • Heat up the unit, insert the mold and then the wax color of your choice to make your very own customized vehicle
  • Includes car maker, 2 molds, 1 proto shotz wax sticks, 3 chassis and sticker sheets
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Create Awesome Racecars From Scratch

Boys can make their very own vehicles in a matter of minutes. The Hot Wheels Car Maker turns a stick of wax into a fully functioning Hot Wheels car that kids can customize with decals. This innovative machine features cool lights, music, and voice prompts that lead kids through the entire car-making process — from revving up to cooling down. It’s creative play for every Hot Wheels fan. Simply heat up the unit by plugging it in and turning it on. Then select a mold and wax color for your vehicle. The set comes with two molds and 10 Protoshotz wax sticks in a variety of sleek and sporty colors. Insert the mold into the machine and add your favorite wax color. In eight minutes, the Car Maker melts the wax into the mold and cools off — and you have a custom Hot Wheels vehicle body!

This innovative machine features cool lights, music, and voice prompts that lead kids through the entire car-making process — from revving up to cooling down.
View larger The set comes with two molds and 10 Protoshotz wax sticks in a variety of sleek and sporty colors.
View larger Voice prompts will guide kids through the process, while music and flashing lights add to the fun.
View larger In eight minutes, the Car Maker melts the wax into the mold and cools off — and you have a custom Hot Wheels vehicle body.
View larger Get really detailed! Decorate the car with cool decals from the sticker pack. Go for speedy flames or stylish graphics — or both.
View larger Lots of creative, imaginative play for your Hot Wheels fan.
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Attach the molded vehicle body to one of the three included chassis. Then get really detailed! Decorate the car with cool decals from the sticker pack. Go for speedy flames or stylish graphics — or both. Now your brand-new car is ready for racing action. For additional vehicle and design options, check out the Car Maker Mold Packs and Car Design Refill Packs (each sold separately). The Car Maker is easy to use and “talks” young car-designers through each phase of the process. Kids receive voice prompts about when to insert the materials, press the button, and pull down the handle. They’re instructed to remove the mold only after the wax has safely cooled. Plus, the machine’s music and flashing lights during car building add to the interactive excitement.

Features
  • Choose a mold and colored wax stick for your vehicle
  • In about eight minutes, the Car Maker melts the wax into the car mold and cools off
  • Voice prompts will guide kids through the process
  • Attach molded vehicle body to one of the three included chassis
  • Decorate the car with decals in the sticker pack and race it on track (not included)
  • Lots of creative, imaginative play for your Hot Wheels fan

From the Manufacturer

This is the ultimate car maker! Kids can make their own Hot Wheels vehicles - turning a stick of wax into a fully functioning Hot Wheels car in a matter of minutes! The machine features lights and sounds to walk kids through the process (and amp up the cool factor!). Simply heat up the unit by turning it on. Choose a mold and a wax color for the vehicle. The set comes with two molds and 10 Protoshotz wax sticks in a range of colors (from basic red, blue, yellow and orange, to a fun green, cerulean blue or deep purple, to a cool black or silver). Insert the mold into the machine, then the wax color of your choice. Wait for the cooling phase to complete - it doesn't take long. In a matter of minutes, you have a custom Hot Wheels vehicle body. Attach your new masterpiece to one of the included chassis (the starter set comes with three). Then really get detailed! Decorate the car with decals from the included sticker pack. Go for speedy flames or sleek graphics - or both - you're the designer so you decide. Once the last detail is done, you have a brand-new custom car! And it's off to the races in about eight minutes! The Car Maker plugs into the wall and comes with two molds, 10 Protoshotz wax sticks, three chassis and sticker sheets. Additional car-making materials can be purchased with refill packs designed for the Hot Wheels Car Maker that are sold separately. Ages 5 and older.

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What's in the box

  • Hot Wheels Car Maker Playset
  • Car Maker
  • 2- Molds
  • 10- Protoshotz Wax Sticks
  • 3- Chassis
  • 3- Sticker Sheets
  • User Manual

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    Customers find the toy vehicle set fun and easy for kids to use. They appreciate its neat appearance and that it makes functional cars. Many find it a great toy for someone who loves cars and crafts. The molds are easy to work with and kids have had great success making cars on their own. Many customers are satisfied with the gift value and making cars. However, some customers are disappointed with the durability. Opinions differ on quality, functionality, and value for money.

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    161 customers mention "Fun toy"161 positive0 negative

    Customers enjoy the toy vehicle set. They find it neat and fun, making a functional car. It's a great toy for someone who loves cars and crafts. The boys love it and have had great success making cars. They say it's interesting to watch and rewarding to make cars and be creative with them.

    "...After that we just went to town. Really cool and fun!..." Read more

    "...- but this is not only quality and sturdy, but the kids are addicted to using it...." Read more

    "...I mean it's neat that he can make his own cars, but there are a couple of things that made it lose it's wonder pretty quickly for my son...." Read more

    "...a 5 star because I feel it allows children to do something and be creative, rather just go out and grab a hot wheel off the store shelves...." Read more

    67 customers mention "Ease of use"53 positive14 negative

    Customers find the toy vehicle set easy to use. They mention it's not messy, the directions are clear, and the kids can make the cars on their own. The molds are easy to work with, and the kids seem to love the ability to make cars. The machine talks to you and guides you through the steps.

    "...it kinda is as you need to plug it in and it talks to you, guiding you thru the steps...." Read more

    "My son (6) and I have enjoyed this product very much. It is easy and rewarding to make cars and be creative with them...." Read more

    "I think Hotwheels may put themselves out of business! This is easy to use and takes a total of 10-14 minutes to create one car...." Read more

    "...It still takes long and the end product is weak!!! Do not purchase. Waste of money and time...." Read more

    34 customers mention "Make cars"34 positive0 negative

    Customers enjoy making their own cars with the toy vehicle set. They find it fun to design, color, and style their cars. The product allows children to create cool cars with their own designs, colors, and styling. Many reviewers mention that their children enjoyed making their cars on Christmas morning.

    "...I mean it's neat that he can make his own cars, but there are a couple of things that made it lose it's wonder pretty quickly for my son...." Read more

    "This is a really fun toy for children and allows to them be creative...." Read more

    "...They learned all about injection molding and had a fabulous time Christmas morning making cars...." Read more

    "...It gives verbal instructions of what to do so my 8 yr. old is able to make the cars without help from adults...." Read more

    27 customers mention "Gift value"27 positive0 negative

    Customers appreciate the toy vehicle set as a great gift. They say it's an ideal present for Hot Wheels fans, entertaining for kids, and a favorite at Christmas parties.

    "Bought as a gift for my grand son ... he loves it! what a great gift! it is easy and fun at the same time...." Read more

    "...He does it all by himself. This is a great Xmas buy and very entertaining for kids." Read more

    "...Other than that, a great Christmas gift. Very Pleased." Read more

    "...Other than the colors mixing a little it's a great gift idea. Price is a little high but isn't it always." Read more

    73 customers mention "Quality"43 positive30 negative

    Customers have different views on the toy vehicle set's quality. Some find it sturdy and well-built, mentioning it's rated for 8 years and up. Others say it's a waste of money and time.

    "...Really professional!..." Read more

    "...Do not purchase. Waste of money and time. Buy a package of hot wheels and save yourself the trouble. BOOOOO!!!!!" Read more

    "...toy that didn't do so well in application - but this is not only quality and sturdy, but the kids are addicted to using it...." Read more

    "...think you will have a car ready in a few secons. Definatelly not cheap when it comes to buying extra car molds and refill sticks...." Read more

    71 customers mention "Functionality"42 positive29 negative

    Customers have different experiences with the toy vehicle set's functionality. Some say it works well, produces incredible results, and has no problems with the machine. Others report that it stopped working about two weeks after purchase, was ineffective, and not getting power.

    "...The results are incredible - they are quality pieces of plastic that the kids actually got to make themselves...." Read more

    "...But it's rather ineffective in its purpose. The poker part, to push the wax out of the mold, is also fairly ineffective...." Read more

    "Its pretty much a no mess toy. It works well but have another game ready to go when you start using this...." Read more

    "...The maker would no longer work!!! something as simple as putting the stick in with the wrong end first...." Read more

    60 customers mention "Value for money"22 positive38 negative

    Customers have different views on the toy vehicle set's value for money. Some find it fun and worth $25, while others say additional wax sticks are expensive.

    "...My biggest disappointment is that the chassis are so expensive. From what I have found, you have to buy more mold packs to obtain chassis...." Read more

    "...My child loves this! Amazon has good prices and options for extra material and molds to use with the Car Maker, so that really helps...." Read more

    "...packages at the time I was looking were very hard to find and very overpriced for what is essentially a naked crayon stick...." Read more

    "...Refills are way overpriced SKIP THIS ONE! I wish I did." Read more

    38 customers mention "Durability"0 positive38 negative

    Customers are unhappy with the durability of the toy vehicle set. The bodies of the cars crack easily, and the wax is brittle. Some customers report that the handle broke on the first pull. The quality seems poor, and it's not easy to replace parts.

    "...for the 10 minutes to melt and 6 minutes to cool - but the product is constantly, noisily making sounds and beeping and repeating phrases over and..." Read more

    "...First car broke when trying to get it out the mold...because I didn't fully read the instructions! TOTALLY my fault...." Read more

    "...My kids proceeded to make a half dozen more cars when the car maker broke...again. Who knows what's wrong with it this time...." Read more

    "...Of course by the end of the first day he had used up all of his wax sticks and was asking for more...." Read more

    Brings me back to the 60's! Awesome!
    5 out of 5 stars
    Brings me back to the 60's! Awesome!
    This maker is the best non-electronic toy on the market! Although it kinda is as you need to plug it in and it talks to you, guiding you thru the steps. Reminds me of the old Mattel Strange Change Machine, Incredible Edibles or Creepy Crawlers. They tried to remake these great toys of the past with lamo politically correct versions that had whimpy light bulbs and non-toxic material and just ruined them.But this one hits the mark! There is a real heating element in these insulated by the case so you feel no real heat. (AKA- no chance to get burnt) The wax sticks are not really wax as I was dreading but some kind of low heat soluble polymer. Yet no real smell when cooking them up. When the do come out you really have to stick your nose up to the cars to smell them - and they smell good ! I mean these things look like something you would buy in a store, not make at home! Really professional!The first car came out a solid color but addition cars have a tie dye look at the very end, so if you do it right you can pick a complimentary color for next in line. As far as breaking and sticking I had none of those problems, but I did supervise as my daughter jammed a stick in the wrong way and trying to force the molds in the wrong way. As long as you take your time and do it correctly it works perfectly!We spent some time figuring out why the door wouldn't close. It says "close door" and "push strait button". But it doesn't tell u you need to hold the door closed while you push the start button to lock it. After that we just went to town. Really cool and fun! I had to kind of bring it out and say let's try this to get my daughter interested as she hasn't opened it from Christmas. But once she saw it working she couldn't get enough. Now I guess I'm on the hook for refills and additional molds. Lol. But I love I it as much as my 10 year old.
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    • JimE
      5.0 out of 5 stars Brings me back to the 60's! Awesome!
      Reviewed in the United States on February 28, 2015
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      This maker is the best non-electronic toy on the market! Although it kinda is as you need to plug it in and it talks to you, guiding you thru the steps. Reminds me of the old Mattel Strange Change Machine, Incredible Edibles or Creepy Crawlers. They tried to remake these great toys of the past with lamo politically correct versions that had whimpy light bulbs and non-toxic material and just ruined them.

      But this one hits the mark! There is a real heating element in these insulated by the case so you feel no real heat. (AKA- no chance to get burnt) The wax sticks are not really wax as I was dreading but some kind of low heat soluble polymer. Yet no real smell when cooking them up. When the do come out you really have to stick your nose up to the cars to smell them - and they smell good ! I mean these things look like something you would buy in a store, not make at home! Really professional!

      The first car came out a solid color but addition cars have a tie dye look at the very end, so if you do it right you can pick a complimentary color for next in line. As far as breaking and sticking I had none of those problems, but I did supervise as my daughter jammed a stick in the wrong way and trying to force the molds in the wrong way. As long as you take your time and do it correctly it works perfectly!

      We spent some time figuring out why the door wouldn't close. It says "close door" and "push strait button". But it doesn't tell u you need to hold the door closed while you push the start button to lock it. After that we just went to town. Really cool and fun! I had to kind of bring it out and say let's try this to get my daughter interested as she hasn't opened it from Christmas. But once she saw it working she couldn't get enough. Now I guess I'm on the hook for refills and additional molds. Lol. But I love I it as much as my 10 year old.
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      JimE
      5.0 out of 5 stars
      Brings me back to the 60's! Awesome!

      Reviewed in the United States on February 28, 2015
      This maker is the best non-electronic toy on the market! Although it kinda is as you need to plug it in and it talks to you, guiding you thru the steps. Reminds me of the old Mattel Strange Change Machine, Incredible Edibles or Creepy Crawlers. They tried to remake these great toys of the past with lamo politically correct versions that had whimpy light bulbs and non-toxic material and just ruined them.

      But this one hits the mark! There is a real heating element in these insulated by the case so you feel no real heat. (AKA- no chance to get burnt) The wax sticks are not really wax as I was dreading but some kind of low heat soluble polymer. Yet no real smell when cooking them up. When the do come out you really have to stick your nose up to the cars to smell them - and they smell good ! I mean these things look like something you would buy in a store, not make at home! Really professional!

      The first car came out a solid color but addition cars have a tie dye look at the very end, so if you do it right you can pick a complimentary color for next in line. As far as breaking and sticking I had none of those problems, but I did supervise as my daughter jammed a stick in the wrong way and trying to force the molds in the wrong way. As long as you take your time and do it correctly it works perfectly!

      We spent some time figuring out why the door wouldn't close. It says "close door" and "push strait button". But it doesn't tell u you need to hold the door closed while you push the start button to lock it. After that we just went to town. Really cool and fun! I had to kind of bring it out and say let's try this to get my daughter interested as she hasn't opened it from Christmas. But once she saw it working she couldn't get enough. Now I guess I'm on the hook for refills and additional molds. Lol. But I love I it as much as my 10 year old.
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    • ME
      5.0 out of 5 stars High Quality Product Producing High Quality Parts Enjoyed by 4 & 8 YO Both
      Reviewed in the United States on January 22, 2015
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      Didn't know whether this would be a cheap promotional toy that didn't do so well in application - but this is not only quality and sturdy, but the kids are addicted to using it. They've set up "shop" and take "orders" to make new body types. The colors kind of blend together (from one stick to the next) so if you are adamant about having purely one color, you'll need to put two sticks back to back that are the same color. The results are incredible - they are quality pieces of plastic that the kids actually got to make themselves. The plastic is strong and durable - absolutely NOT what I would expect from something that lets a child make it. My 4yo & 8yo both love & use this - though it does require parental supervision. My 8yo is able to do it on his own now after having watched me do it with him a few times, and I'm absolutely confident in his use of it. My 4yo probably could do it by himself (as far as the directions go, he gets it & could replicate it) but I just don't allow him to given the electricity and heat it produces (internally - you don't touch anything hot....IF you follow the directions!)
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    • J. Barron
      4.0 out of 5 stars Fun, but slow and noisy.
      Reviewed in the United States on February 12, 2015
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      I bought this as a Christmas present after he viewed a kid on YouTube using this product. It was a fantastic reaction when he opened the gift - but I have to say the actual use is... OK. I mean it's neat that he can make his own cars, but there are a couple of things that made it lose it's wonder pretty quickly for my son. For one is the length of time it takes to melt the wax. No kid s going to sit around for the 10 minutes to melt and 6 minutes to cool - but the product is constantly, noisily making sounds and beeping and repeating phrases over and over in some weird attempt to keep the kid engaged. Let it go - and let the child play while it does it's non-action filled thing.

      Also, the tool to "trim" the wax is very dull- for safety sure. But it's rather ineffective in its purpose. The poker part, to push the wax out of the mold, is also fairly ineffective.

      I do still give it a four star review though- there are ways around those minor issues, and accepting that it's going to be annoyingly noisy (even to my son) while spending large swathes of time doing nothing visually interesting - it's still cool to have these mixed color cars he made himself.
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    • JewelryMaker
      5.0 out of 5 stars Fun toy, takes a little patience, but kids like it!
      Reviewed in the United States on January 10, 2015
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      My son received this for Christmas and we finally got it out and used it today. First car broke when trying to get it out the mold...because I didn't fully read the instructions! TOTALLY my fault. When I used the removal tool as I was supposed to, the car dislodged easily and in tact. It does take awhile...several minutes to melt the plastic, then another several minutes to cool the plastic, before removing the mold. But that is expected when you're melting plastic, right? :) No fumes came from the process which I was pleasantly surprised with. My son (5) and daughter (8) have been intrigued with this thing all afternoon. You'll definitely need refill packs if you want more than three cars (only three car bases come with the car maker) but with that said, the different molds can be interchanged on the three car bases. I would recommend this item and think we will get a lot of use out of it!
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    • Minnie Mouse
      5.0 out of 5 stars Hot Whells Car Maker Playset
      Reviewed in the United States on October 6, 2014
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      This is a really fun toy for children and allows to them be creative. The only disadvantage of the purchase is the money needed to continually use the Hot Wheel Car Maker. You will need to continually purchase the mold materials to keep making cars. I am giving this a 5 star because I feel it allows children to do something and be creative, rather just go out and grab a hot wheel off the store shelves. They will get the joy of making them by choosing the car style, the color and decorations. My child loves this! Amazon has good prices and options for extra material and molds to use with the Car Maker, so that really helps.I have no regrets buying this even though it's more than I would normally pay for a child's hot wheel and would recommend to anyone with children of age to play with hot wheels. This is something all children would love to play with, even girls. It's just that fun! My entire family played with it!
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