A unique, home-built V8 project car based on a Ford Falcon has won the 2024 Hot Wheels Legends Tour, earning the distinction of being immortalized as a Hot Wheels die-cast model. This Australian-made creation beat out thousands of entries from around the world, showcasing the ingenuity and passion of car enthusiasts.
Winner Details:
- Car: "FALCONSTEIN"
- Builder: Luke Godbolt from Canberra, Australia
- Base vehicle: 1976 Ford Falcon XC
Unique Features:
- Custom-built chassis
- Supercharged V8 engine
- Chopped roof
- Gullwing doors
- Exposed mechanical components
Competition Overview:
- Global event with entries from 13 countries
- Over 5,000 custom car entries worldwide
Judging Criteria:
- Creativity
- Authenticity
- Garage Spirit
Prize:
- FALCONSTEIN to be recreated as a 1:64 scale Hot Wheels die-cast
- Will join the 2025 Hot Wheels lineup
Significance:
- First Australian winner in the competition's history
- Showcases Australian car culture on a global stage
Luke Godbolt's FALCONSTEIN represents a triumph of Australian automotive creativity and craftsmanship. Its selection as the Hot Wheels Legends Tour winner not only celebrates individual ingenuity but also puts Australian car culture in the global spotlight. As it joins the iconic Hot Wheels lineup, this unique Ford Falcon-based creation will inspire car enthusiasts and collectors worldwide.
