Hot Wheels Back to the Future 40th Anniversary Set: Where We’re Going, We Still Need Roads (and Awesome Die-Cast)

It’s been 40 years since Doc Brown uttered those immortal words, “Roads? Where we’re going, we don’t need roads.” And while we might not have flying cars quite yet, Hot Wheels is certainly doing its part to keep the spirit of temporal displacement alive with their utterly fantastic Hot Wheels Back to the Future 40th Anniversary Set. This isn’t just another die-cast model; it’s a meticulously crafted tribute to one of cinema’s most iconic moments, designed to transport you straight back to the Twin Pines Mall parking lot.

For any fan of the seminal 1985 classic, this collector’s set is a veritable plutonium-powered punch to the nostalgia glands. The centrepiece, naturally, is an updated 1:64 scale edition of the legendary Time Machine itself. This iteration is a genuine stunner, boasting deco exclusive to this set and created specifically to celebrate the 2025 San Diego Comic-Con. It’s the kind of miniature marvel that demands pride of place on any serious collector’s shelf, instantly conjuring images of flaming tyre tracks and bewildered mall security.

But perhaps the real star of the show, and a genuine first for Hot Wheels, is the inclusion of Doc Emmet Brown’s GMC Value Van. Yes, you read that right. For the first time ever, fans can get their hands on a 1:64 scale replica of Doc’s trusty, somewhat rusty, and utterly iconic van, complete with authentic graphics.

This is the vehicle that cradled the time machine before its grand unveiling, a vital piece of the cinematic puzzle that has, until now, been conspicuously absent from the Hot Wheels universe. Both the Time Machine and Doc’s van feature robust die-cast construction and Real Riders wheels, ensuring they’re not just display pieces but durable homages to their silver screen counterparts.

The attention to detail extends beyond the vehicles themselves. The interactive outer box is a stroke of genius, allowing you to unfold a ramp from the side, mirroring the dramatic moment the Time Machine is unloaded for its world-first temporal displacement. And once you slide out the diorama package, you’re greeted with interior window packaging that perfectly showcases the iconic Twin Pines Mall parking lot scene, setting the stage for your own miniature historical re-enactments.

Priced at a highly reasonable £29, the Hot Wheels Back to the Future 40th Anniversary Set is a must-have for cinephiles, car enthusiasts, and anyone who’s ever dreamt of hitting 88 miles per hour. Great Scott, indeed!

---