{"product_id":"vintage-mattel-hot-wheels-dual-lane-rod-runner-launcher-12-4-5","title":"Vintage Mattel Hot Wheels Dual-Lane Rod Runner Launcher – 12\" × 4.5\"","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"138\" data-end=\"250\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eBring back the excitement of early Hot Wheels racing with this \u003cstrong data-start=\"201\" data-end=\"249\"\u003evintage Mattel Dual-Lane Rod Runner launcher\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"252\" data-end=\"568\"\u003eFinished in classic bright red with cream-coloured launch handles, this mechanical accessory was designed to propel two Hot Wheels cars onto a connected track for side-by-side racing. Its original \u003cstrong data-start=\"449\" data-end=\"474\"\u003eHot Wheels Rod Runner\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"479\" data-end=\"496\"\u003eSpeed Control\u003c\/strong\u003e graphics remain attached, giving it excellent nostalgic display appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"570\" data-end=\"708\"\u003eThe Dual-Lane Rod Runner was part of Mattel’s early Redline-era track system introduced around 1970. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"710\" data-end=\"843\"\u003eA fun find for a Hot Wheels collector, vintage toy display or anyone who remembers racing die-cast cars across the living-room floor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"17tpjp6\" data-start=\"845\" data-end=\"858\"\u003e3. Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"860\" data-end=\"1474\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"860\" data-end=\"870\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mattel Hot Wheels\u003cbr data-start=\"888\" data-end=\"891\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"891\" data-end=\"901\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dual-Lane Rod Runner\u003cbr data-start=\"922\" data-end=\"925\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"925\" data-end=\"934\"\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mechanical two-lane track launcher\u003cbr data-start=\"969\" data-end=\"972\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"972\" data-end=\"980\"\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 1970\u003cbr data-start=\"999\" data-end=\"1002\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1002\" data-end=\"1015\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Molded plastic with internal mechanical components\u003cbr data-start=\"1066\" data-end=\"1069\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1069\" data-end=\"1080\"\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red with cream-coloured handles\u003cbr data-start=\"1112\" data-end=\"1115\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1115\" data-end=\"1124\"\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 12 inches long × 4.5 inches wide\u003cbr data-start=\"1171\" data-end=\"1174\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1174\" data-end=\"1187\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two independent launching handles\u003cbr data-start=\"1221\" data-end=\"1224\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1224\" data-end=\"1246\"\u003eOriginal Graphics:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hot Wheels Rod Runner and Speed Control decals\u003cbr data-start=\"1293\" data-end=\"1296\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1296\" data-end=\"1309\"\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/strong\u003e Launcher only\u003cbr data-start=\"1323\" data-end=\"1326\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1326\" data-end=\"1343\"\u003eNot Included:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cars, track, connectors, packaging or other accessories\u003cbr data-start=\"1399\" data-end=\"1402\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1402\" data-end=\"1431\"\u003eShopify Product Category:\u003c\/strong\u003e Toys \u0026amp; Games – Toy Race Car \u0026amp; Track Sets\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"wissek\" data-start=\"1476\" data-end=\"1491\"\u003e4. Condition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1493\" data-end=\"1520\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1493\" data-end=\"1520\"\u003eFair vintage condition.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1522\" data-end=\"1742\"\u003eThe launcher shows normal age and play wear, including surface scratches, scuffs, marks, light discolouration and dust in recessed areas. The original decals remain colourful and display well, with some age-related wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1744\" data-end=\"1867\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"1748\" data-end=\"1799\"\u003eSpeed Control key or knob appears to be missing\u003c\/strong\u003e from the opening on the side. No track pieces or cars are included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1869\" data-end=\"2017\"\u003eThe internal launching mechanisms have not been fully tested with cars and track, so this item is being sold as an \u003cstrong data-start=\"1984\" data-end=\"2016\"\u003euntested vintage collectible\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2019\" data-end=\"2120\"\u003ePlease review all photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the condition description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"odalof\" data-start=\"2122\" data-end=\"2159\"\u003e5. 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