Starsky & Hutch Gran Torino Diecast: GreenLight 44780A & Alternatives

GreenLight Hollywood • Starsky & Hutch • Collector guide

That red Torino.
That unmistakable white stripe.

Start with the compact GreenLight 44780A, then discover how scale, finish, and display style change the way you collect a television favorite.

Some television cars need very little introduction. A red body, a sweeping white stripe, and the long profile of a Ford Gran Torino are enough to bring Starsky & Hutch to mind. GreenLight’s 1976 Ford Gran Torino 1/64 diecast model, SKU 44780A, puts that familiar look into a compact collectible with themed packaging.

If you are looking for a Starsky & Hutch diecast car in the USA, this is a useful place to begin. But it is not the only way to add a Torino to your collection. Canadian Die Cast also lists larger red-and-white versions, a Red Chrome edition, and a Hollywood assortment containing the same vehicle subject. This guide starts with the exact model linked above, then compares the closest alternatives and one companion vehicle from the same television theme.

GreenLight 44780A: Starsky & Hutch Gran Torino in 1/64 scale

The featured model is the 1976 Ford Gran Torino in red with a white stripe, from GreenLight’s Hollywood Series Release 18. Its listing identifies the 1975–1979 television series, making it a specific TV-themed release rather than a generic red Ford model.

The appeal begins with the silhouette and decoration. The product photo shows the white stripe sweeping up over the rear-quarter area, a red roof beacon, bright trim, and the familiar front grille. Even at a small scale, the contrast between the red paint and white graphics gives the car a strong identity.

GreenLight 44780A is listed with a diecast metal body and chassis, real rubber tires, and a detailed exterior. It is officially licensed and comes in a blister pack with custom themed packaging. The product description gives an approximate length of 3.25 inches, making it suitable for a compact shelf or an existing 1/64 collection.

The card is part of the appeal if you prefer to keep models packaged. Its Starsky & Hutch branding lets the television connection remain visible alongside the car itself. If you display models loose, a side or front three-quarter view emphasizes the stripe and long body shape.

What to check before choosing 44780A

• Match the SKU: 44780A identifies this Hollywood Series Release 18 single-car listing.
• Check the scale: 1/64 is the compact option in this comparison.
• Know the packaging: it comes in a themed blister pack.
• Check feature expectations: opening panels are not specified in this product’s description.
• Treat edition claims precisely: the listing calls it a limited edition but does not state a production quantity.

Choose this model if your priority is the classic red-and-white Starsky & Hutch look in a small, themed collectible. It is also the most direct choice here when someone has specifically asked for GreenLight 44780A.

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Compare GreenLight Gran Torino diecast models

The differences go beyond size. Some versions emphasize opening doors, another uses a Red Chrome finish, and the Hollywood set bundles a Torino with five other screen-inspired vehicles. The table separates these choices so you can compare the features that matter to your display.

Dimensions are approximate figures from the individual listings. Larger models require additional clearance if you intend to display their doors open. Check each product page for current availability.

GreenLight 84221: a larger red-and-white Gran Torino in 1/24

If the 1/64 car feels too small for the display you have in mind, GreenLight 84221 offers a larger 1976 Ford Gran Torino in red with white graphics. The listing calls this the Hollywood Greatest Hits series, so it should be identified by that product name rather than assumed to be the same release as 44780A.

Its most useful functional difference is opening doors. The model also lists chrome accents, rubber tires, detailed interior and exterior areas, and diecast construction with some plastic parts. At approximately 8.5 inches long, it provides a more substantial view of the Torino shape without moving to the largest car in this guide.

Choose 84221 if you want a red-and-white Torino as a desk or cabinet focal point and opening doors are part of the appeal. It is a particularly relevant comparison for buyers who are attracted to the featured car but prefer a larger format.

Explore the GreenLight 84221 1/24 Gran Torino →

GreenLight 19023: the 1/18 Starsky & Hutch Red Chrome Edition

The 1/18 Red Chrome Edition, SKU 19023, is the largest Torino in this comparison. Its approximate dimensions are 10.5 inches long, 4.5 inches wide, and 3.55 inches high. That size gives it a very different presence from the small 1/64 car.

The finish is the other reason to consider it. Red Chrome is a distinct edition treatment, so this is a choice for collectors who want a more reflective interpretation of the familiar red-and-white car. It can also complement a standard-finish Torino in a collection organized around different editions of the same vehicle.

Do not assume that the larger scale means more moving panels. The 19023 listing explicitly states that it has no openings. It does list rubber tires and detailed interior and exterior areas. Choose it for its size, finish, and overall appearance, rather than for opening doors or an opening hood.

Explore the GreenLight 19023 Red Chrome Gran Torino →

GreenLight 84121: the weathered Starsky & Hutch alternative

The weathered 1/24 Gran Torino, SKU 84121, offers another way to collect the same television subject. Its defining difference is the weathered treatment, making it a relevant option if you prefer a used-road appearance over a clean display finish.

The listing specifies opening doors, chrome accents, rubber tires, detailed interior and exterior areas, and diecast construction with some plastic parts. Its listed approximate dimensions differ from 84221, so use the measurements for the exact SKU when planning display space.

This version was out of stock when checked on October 21, 2026. It is included as a comparison reference, with its product page available for future stock updates. For a currently stocked larger Torino at the time of writing, compare 84221 or 19023 above.

Check the weathered 84121 Gran Torino listing →

Want more movie and TV cars? Compare the Hollywood Greatest Hits set

The Hollywood Greatest Hits 2024 set, SKU 44716SET, takes a different approach. It is a six-car 1/64 assortment that includes a red-and-white 1976 Ford Gran Torino from Starsky & Hutch alongside five other movie and television subjects.

The advertised lineup contains:

• A 1983 GMC Vandura associated with B.A. in The A-Team.
• A black 1979 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am from Rocky II.
• A gray metallic 1969 Ford Mustang Boss 429 with black stripes from John Wick.
• A red-and-white 1976 Ford Gran Torino from Starsky & Hutch.
• A red 1958 Plymouth Fury with a white top and blacked-out windows, the “Evil Version” from Christine.
• A brown metallic 2017 Ram 3500 Laramie Dually in John Dutton’s Yellowstone Dutton Ranch theme.

The set is listed as a factory-sealed case, with each model in an individual blister pack. Features include metal bodies and chassis, rubber tires, and detailed exteriors. The description also notes that a chase car may replace one of the regular models, but a chase is not guaranteed.

Choose the set if you want to begin or expand a broader screen-car collection in one scale. Choose the individual 44780A Torino if that exact Hollywood Series Release 18 product is your priority. The set includes the same vehicle subject, but the listing does not establish that its Torino is the identical 44780A release.

View the Hollywood Greatest Hits 44716SET lineup →

A same-show companion: Roscoe Tow Service Chevrolet C-30

For collectors who want another vehicle from the same television theme, GreenLight’s 1969 Chevrolet C-30 Dually Wrecker in Roscoe Tow Service decoration offers a more interesting companion than an unrelated sports car. The listing identifies Starsky & Hutch and uses SKU 13684.

This is a substantial 1/18 model, approximately 13 inches long, with opening doors, steerable wheels, a front push bar, and detailed tow booms, cables, and controls. Its white tow-service appearance adds a different vehicle type while preserving the TV connection.

It makes the most consistent scale pairing with the 1/18 Red Chrome Torino. Beside the featured 1/64 Torino, it would be a mixed-scale display. Choose the truck to broaden a Starsky & Hutch collection, and allow enough shelf depth for its larger footprint.

Explore the GreenLight 13684 Roscoe tow truck →

Which Gran Torino fits your collection?

For a gift, start with the recipient’s existing collection. Someone who keeps 1/64 models on their cards may enjoy the packaging of 44780A as much as the car. Someone with a larger display cabinet may prefer the physical presence of the 1/18 version. A movie-and-TV collector who enjoys several franchises may find the six-car assortment more useful than another single Torino.

If you collect loose models, use a side view to emphasize the white stripe or a front three-quarter view to show the grille and body shape together. Keep extra clearance around opening doors on the 1/24 versions. For packaged displays, measure the card or box rather than relying only on the car’s listed length.

For more context on the manufacturer’s different product lines, read our GreenLight diecast collector guide. You can also explore other 1/64 scale diecast models to build a display around the featured Torino.

Buying Starsky & Hutch diecast models in the USA

Each model linked in this guide has its own Canadian Die Cast product page with photos, specifications, and current availability. Check the SKU and scale before ordering, especially when comparing several red-and-white Gran Torinos that look similar in photographs.

Our U.S. shipping policy states that U.S. orders are fulfilled domestically through our U.S. distribution network, with free shipping and no minimum purchase. Estimated delivery is 3–5 business days from order to delivery. Delivery dates are estimates, and orders require a residential or business street address because PO boxes are not supported.

Starsky & Hutch Gran Torino diecast FAQs

Which GreenLight model is the featured 1/64 Starsky & Hutch car?

It is SKU 44780A: the red-and-white 1976 Ford Gran Torino from Hollywood Series Release 18, identified with the 1975–1979 television series. It comes in a themed blister pack.

Does GreenLight 44780A have opening doors?

Opening doors are not specified in its listing. If that feature is important, the 1/24 Torino 84221 explicitly lists opening doors, as does the weathered 84121 version.

Does the 1/18 Red Chrome Torino have opening panels?

No. The description for GreenLight 19023 explicitly states that it has no openings. Its appeal is the larger size and Red Chrome edition finish.

Is the Torino in the six-car set the same as 44780A?

The 44716SET assortment includes a red-and-white 1976 Starsky & Hutch Gran Torino in 1/64 scale. It is the same vehicle subject, but the set listing does not confirm the identical 44780A release. Choose the standalone product when the exact release is important.

Is the weathered 1/24 Gran Torino available?

SKU 84121 was out of stock when this guide was prepared on October 21, 2026. Follow its product link to check for an availability change.

Prepared by Canadian Die Cast from the linked product listings and listing photography. Dimensions are approximate; availability was checked on October 21, 2026. This is a product comparison guide, not a hands-on review.