DOLL/PLAYSET PARTICULARS AND
THOUGHTS:
The Pink Corvette Convertible Barbie The
Movie 2023 (HPK02) is one of two grand replicas of the
1956 Corvette Stingray that Margot Robbie's Barbie drives in the new Barbie the
Movie opening this July 21st, 2023. This is again not to be confused with The Hot Wheels RC Barbie Corvette Car
Barbie The Movie 2023 (HPW40). I have been repeating this
to the point of being annoying for a good reason! I thought that the Hot Wheels
version was the only one! In my budget, I had plans for the one car. When I
realized that there was another one and it cost more than the Hot Wheels
version, I had to scramble to find the extra funds because I wanted the
complete collection since this movie and the dolls mean a lot to me and my
daughter. This now will affect the timeline of my future purchases of
collectibles outside of this doll line. I hope to help at least one fellow doll
collector who is also on a budget not make the same mistake I did by being very
vocal about this. Also, I was very fortunate that the car was still available
on Walmart.com, when I realized I had an additional car to purchase a few days
later after the initial release date! Now I have to wait to purchase the other
dolls, accessories, playsets, tools and supplies I had been planning on buying
much sooner than later.
With my limited knowledge of cars in play, I can tell that
this car, like HPW40, has been created with great attention to detail and
captures the look and feel of the actual car in the movie in a realistic
manner. I do love the curvy retro design and appeal of the car. I am a huge fan
of vintage anything from the 1940s and 1950s, so a pink and white convertible
that looks like this is just beyond pleasing to my all too eager eyes. The
interior looks to be as dreamy as the exterior. It houses the old school looking,
cushioned, vinyl seats in pink and white. The little details placed into the
dashboard is just delightful and I noticed that the door has little details too
such as the silver handle to work the car windows (there ain't no glass to roll
up or down but it be there just chillin') that add to the overall realism.
Unfortunately, it is all made out of hard plastic, and it doesn't have any
plush, cushiony seats. I think this might be a notable missed opportunity. I
mean it is an extra $20 dollars more than the Hot Wheels version, why not for
another $20 or $40 make this little car with plush seating too? I have all of
these questions about mass production because I do have a genuine interest in
the decision-making process where as it concerns time, money, cost, and budget.
I don't know if I'll ever get the answers. Maybe one day.
Other notable features that this model also has in common
with the Hot Wheels version is the working trunk, steerable, rolling wheels,
and steering wheel. However, the features that are exclusive only to this model
are the working doors and the capacity to house up to a total of four dolls at
the same time! This is absolutely revolutionary to me! I do not recall any
other Barbie car that could hold more than two dolls at a time in such a
classic and stylish manner! I most certainly had to get it since it will
definitely come in handy for future photo sessions and story projects!
FULL SPECS
Name: Barbie The Movie Pink Corvette Convertible
Box Number: HPK02
Release Date: June 1, 2023
Car Make: Chevrolet
Car Model: 1956 Corvette Stringray
Manufacturer: Mattel, Inc. (General Motors
Trademarks used under license agreement.)
Mobility: Can roll left, right, front, and back.
(Yay! Lofty golf clap ensues.)
Speed: Well, how fast can your hand push it?
Motorized: Not motorized but wheels are functional
and steerable.
Batteries: How much time does your hand need to rest
between pushing the car?
Product Dimensions: 7.09
x 22.83 x 8.66 Inches
Item Weight: 5.51lb. (Young Hercules! Come quick and
help me with this one! The Ken-ergy won't do much here!)
MATTEL’S DESCRIPTION HIGHLIGHTS
1 BARBIE® Convertible.
2 Seats four Barbie dolls, and the opening trunk holds
their accessories.
3 Features white wall tires with chrome rims, and two
Barbie license plates.
4 Pink interior styled with white trim on the seats.
5 Detailed dashboard includes metallic rose gold accents.
MY DOLL/PLAYSET FROM WALMART:
My Pink Corvette Convertible Barbie The Movie 2023 (HPK02)
was purchased days later than the majority of my other Barbie The Movie
doll/playset collectibles that were mostly purchased on June 2nd, 2023. This
car, HPK02, was purchased on June 7th, 2023. Once processed, it was finally
delivered to me on June 30th, 2023. Of all the items I ordered at the beginning
of June, this is the second to last one that I have received. This timeline
illustrates the high demand for these dolls, accessories, and playsets from
this movie, and the turn around time it takes to ship these items to the buyer
in a timely manner. In some cases, there is no timely manner. Please plan
accordingly.
This Pink Corvette Convertible Barbie The Movie 2023 (HPK02)
is currently being sold online at Mattel Creations, and Walmart.
Again, this not to be confused with The Hot Wheels RC Barbie Corvette Car
(HPW40) sold at Mattel Creations, Amazon, Walmart, and Target that can house
only 2 dolls and has motorized wireless remote control capabilities. Depending
upon the store, the price ranges from $74.97 to $75.00 before tax and shipping
and handling. It will also appear on online auction too as well like eBay but
the prices are twice and triple the current retail value. If you need it now or
it is not for sale in your area then please plan ahead and purchase wisely.
I will update in the future with further details as more
information becomes available to me.
Are you interested in owning her too? Well then go here to
buy her
now!
VIDEO REVIEW
Check out my YouTube video to see me review this doll here
or view it below!
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https://lalalollystoybox.blogspot.com/2023/07/hot-wheels-rc-barbie-corvette-car.html |
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