Designer and Inspiration:

The Mighty Maverick was designed by Howard Rees. It is based on the 1969 Ford Maverick, a popular American compact car.

Historical Context and Production Years:

It was first released in 1970 and came with Redline (RL) wheels. Model 7653 is a later model number, but the car originated in the Redline era.

Unique Aspects:

The Mighty Maverick is famous among collectors for an early error. The base was initially engraved with the car's pre-production name, "Mad Maverick." This was quickly corrected, making the "Mad Maverick" base versions extremely rare and valuable. The casting features an exposed engine and a rear wing.

Similar Castings:

It is a compact muscle car, similar in spirit to the "Gremlin Grinder" or "Poison Pinto" from a few years later.

Variations and Special Editions:

The "Mad Maverick" base is the most significant variation. It was produced in many Spectraflame colors, with blue and green being common.