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Stick’s Redline Garage – The Silhouette

Stick's Redline GarageIn the last Stick’s Redline Garage post I focused on The Python. Bill Cushenbery also built a sister car to the Python. That futuristic concept roadster was called the “Silhouette.”

The Silhouette premiered in January 1963 at the San Mateo Autorama, and by 1969 it became a Hot Wheels casting. It was probably the most remembered car of this era, especially in a metallic red that matched the original candy color – minus the dark faded highlights (see pictures below). Minor modifications were made to Cushenbery’s original design by the Hot Wheels staff when designing the die-cast version. Those changes included a taller blown motor with dual carbs, med wheels in back with smalls up front and removal of the side pipes.

This casting was available in 16 spectraflame colors and featured a matching color base. The Silhouette, like the Python, is one of my favorites as a collector as they are available in good supply as well as being an affordable casting to collect.

The Original SilhouetteThe Original SilhouetteHot Wheels Silhouette in Blister

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Note: all resto’s carry repro wheel from the redlineshop.com.

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4 Responses to “ Stick’s Redline Garage – The Silhouette ”

  1. I love the Silhouette!
    Here’s a picture of mine if it will come up:
    Silhouette

  2. WOW!! – Thanks for sharing that picture Scott! Thats quite a collection! Best, Jeff

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