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1987 Dickie Jet Hopper MK2

BRANDYEARMODELPOWERSPEEDDRIVEAVAILABLEMINT VALUE*RATINGCOMMENT
dickie logo very smallv2 e1680684410162198787068xAA Vsml 25 km/h
16 mph
2WD
Used: Common
NIB: Ultra Rare
value200 300
4.3 out of 5
The original "First RC Car" of a generation. A must-have for any collector. But be quick, while many were made, good ones are becoming rare.
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4.3
out of 5
Review CommentThe original "First RC Car" of a generation. A must-have for any collector. But be quick, while many were made, good ones are becoming rare.

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SPECIFICATIONS

ScaleDiff.Made inMotor
1/16UnknownSingaporeMabuchi RE-280
SteeringSuspensionControllerFreq.
UnknownAll Shocks E- Two Knobs Hard Antenna​Red(27Mhz), Black(40Mhz)

MODEL REVIEW

The Dickie Jet Hopper MK2 is a radio controlled car manufactured by Taiyo, and released onto the German market in 1987.

Locally distributed by 'Dickie Toys', this is a Taiyo Jet Hopper MK2 specification.

Differences to the MK1 include:

  • Thinner front wheels
  • An improved top speed of 25km/h
  • Solid front bumper
  • Power LED

Read more about the Jet Hopper at the Taiyo Jet Hopper MK1 page.

Collectors note: Material used for the tires of the MK1 and MK2 version of all Jet Hoppers and Turbo Hoppers will deform and decompose over time (dry rot) if not kept in ideal conditions. Check carefully before buying, and once bought store out of sunlight, and consider a UV resistant plastic / rubber protectant coating as used in full size vehicles.

Do you need new tires?

Check out MCI Racing (not sponsored)
While I've not tried these myself yet, they're pretty much the only option I know of for replacing old Turbo Hopper Jet Hopper tires.

Rear Tires for Jet Hopper and Turbo Hopper MK1/MK2
https://mciracing.ca/products/1-14th-tyc-turbo-hopper-rear-tires

Front Tires for Jet Hopper and Turbo Hopper MK1/MK2
https://mciracing.ca/products/1-14th-tyc-turbo-hopper-front-tires

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    VALUE / PRICE HISTORY

    Average Price

    $47.70

    Highest Price

    $199.00

    This average price is based on 15 sales we have recorded (max 10 shown).

    DatePriceConditionTypeTitle
    23 May 2025$47.15Parts OnlyAuctionDickie taiyo jet hopper turbo vintage htf
    23 May 2025$47.60Parts OnlyAuctionDickie taiyo jet hopper turbo vintage htf
    23 May 2025$47.70Parts OnlyAuctionDickie taiyo jet hopper turbo vintage htf
    23 May 2025$46.49Parts OnlyAuctionDickie taiyo jet hopper turbo vintage htf
    23 May 2025$45.96Parts OnlyAuctionDickie taiyo jet hopper turbo vintage htf
    02 Nov 2024$1.99Brand NewBuyDickie taiyo jet-hopper turbo system new original body clip
    23 Oct 2023$108.06UsedAuctionJet hopper turbo dickie toys from the 80s
    23 Oct 2023$106.37UsedAuctionJet hopper turbo dickie toys from the 80s
    07 Jul 2023$107.24UsedBuyDickie taiyo black rider remote control jet hopper turbo boxed tyco wild thing
    23 Jun 2023$199.00UsedBuyTyco rc taiyo dickie black rider rare jet hopper turbo hopper wild thing
    Prices in USD. NIB = New In box, MIB = Mint in Box, EC = Excellent Condition, VGC = Very Good Condition, GC+ = Good condition plus, GC = Good condition, PC = Poor Condition. With Controller = Car with controller. With Box = Box, Car, and Controller. We make all efforts to ensure data is accurate, but cannot guarantee it is.

    Information here is to the best of my knowledge at the time of writing, and is frequently updated and improved as I learn more. Contact Me for Feedback or Corrections.

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