Rat Fink 1969 Chevy Blazer Matco Tools Limited Edition
Collectible scale model sculpture in original packaging • Character design by Ed 'Big Daddy' Roth; manufactured for Matco Tools
Style & Movement
Lowbrow Art / Kustom Kulture
Medium & Technique
Die-cast metal, injection-molded plastic, and polychrome paint; mass-produced via mechanical casting and pad-printing
Creation Period
Circa 2010-2020
Dimensions & Format
1:24 Scale; box approximately 10 x 5 x 5 inches; longitudinal format
Subject Description
Features the iconic Rat Fink character—an anti-hero mascot to Mickey Mouse—driving a customized orange 1969 Chevrolet Blazer. The character is depicted with signature exaggerated features: bulging eyes, jagged teeth, and green fur, embodying the 'monster hot rod' aesthetic.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good/Very Good; the item is New In Box (NIB), though the outer packaging shows some shelf wear and light scuffing on the plastic window
Estimated Market Value
$100.00 - $200.00 USD
Auction Estimate
$80.00 - $150.00 USD
Provenance History
Original retail product, distributed through Matco Tools professional network; likely single-owner 'new old stock'
Art Historical Significance
A commercial iteration of Ed Roth's 1960s counter-culture icon. Rat Fink serves as a primary pillar of the Lowbrow art movement, representing the DIY spirit of Southern California car culture and its rebellion against mainstream aesthetic standards.
Notable Features
Includes Matco Tools branding and PDNV585 part number; features the specific '1969 Chevy Blazer' license; 'Adult Collectible' designation 1:24 scale
Condition Issues
Minor abrasions on the transparent acetate window; slight creasing on the cardboard corners of the box; no visible damage to the internal model
Conservation Recommendations
Keep in original packaging to maintain collective value; store in a UV-controlled environment to prevent paint fading and plastic embrittlement; avoid high humidity to prevent die-cast 'zinc pest' oxidation