Designer and Inspiration:

The Mirada Stocker was designed by Larry Wood. It is based on the Dodge Mirada, a personal luxury coupe, but heavily modified for NASCAR-style stock car racing.

Historical Context and Production Years:

The casting was released in 1982. Model 1700 was part of "The Hot Ones" series from that year, with GHO wheels.

Unique Aspects:

The casting features a full racing roll cage visible through the windows, aerodynamic window nets, and a large rear spoiler. "The Hot Ones" release from 1982 was typically red with racing graphics and featured the fast-rolling GHO wheels.

Similar Castings:

It is part of a family of early 80s stock car castings, including the "Front Runnin' Fairmont" and the "NASCAR Stocker" (Pontiac Grand Prix).

Variations and Special Editions:

Besides "The Hot Ones" release, it was also sold in the mainline with basic wheels in various racing liveries.