The following point system is suggested for grading your Hot Wheels.
Point Deductions
* 1 point - small barely noticeable scratch
* 1 point - slight wear on decal
* 1 point - slightly tarnished base
* 1 point - minor wear on wheel. (one for each)
* 2 points - up to three barely noticeable scratches
* 2 points - noticeable wear on decals
* 2 points - slightly crooked tampo
* 3 points - clearly crooked tampo
* 3 points - substantial wear on decals
* 3 points - tarnished base
* 3 points - wheels show considerable wear (3 for each)
* 5 points - small noticeable scratches
* 5 points - up to two small dark spots
* 10 points - very noticeable dark spots
* 14 points - very noticeable scratches
* 20 points - reproduction parts
* 40 points - most of paint missing
* 50 points - parts missing
Total all of the points and use the following list to rate the car from 1-10.
* 0 points - mint condition(10)
* 1 point - near mint to mint (9)
* 2 points - near mint (8)
* 6 points - excellent to near mint (7)
* 9 points - excellent (6)
* 20 points - fine (5)
* 25 points - very good to fine (4)
* 30 points - very good (3)
* 35 points - good to very good (2)
* 40 points - good (1)