Hot Wheels Orange Custom '72 Chevy Luv 1:64 Scale – HW Drag Racers 7/10 (#127/250) – Drag Racing Edition

Street-Strip Sleeper: Hot Wheels Custom '72 Chevy LUV (Orange) – HW Drag Racers

Burn rubber with a cult-classic favorite—the Custom '72 Chevy LUV. Part of the high-octane 2025/2026 HW Drag Racers series, this 1:64 scale model takes the "Light Utility Vehicle" and transforms it into a specialized straight-line monster. Dressed in a vibrant Neon Orange, it’s a tribute to the custom mini-truck culture and the high-stakes world of bracket racing.

Design Highlights

• Pro-Street Stance: Features an aggressive "raked" profile, a massive hood scoop for a simulated supercharger, and a stripped-out bed typical of drag-spec pickups.

• Vibrant Orange Livery: A high-visibility gloss orange finish, accented with retro-inspired racing stripes and "Chevy LUV" branding on the quarter panels.

• Detailed Drag Features: Includes a prominent front air dam and a specialized rear bumper design optimized for wheelie-bar clearance.

• Competition Wheels: Equipped with Large Rear 5-Spoke wheels and smaller front tires to replicate the "Big & Littles" setup used by professional drag racers for maximum traction.

Specifications

Why It’s a Collector's Favorite

The Chevy LUV (originally a rebadged Isuzu) became an icon in the 1970s because its lightweight frame made it the perfect candidate for V8 engine swaps. This Hot Wheels version honors that "giant killer" reputation, making it a must-have for fans of Chevrolet trucks and drag racing history alike.

Pro Tip: This casting looks incredible when paired with the Custom '67 Pontiac Firebird or the '62 Corvette Gasser from the same HW Drag Racers sub-series.