2018 Hess Collector’s Edition First Hess Truck: The 85th Anniversary

The 2018 Hess Collector’s Edition First Hess Truck was a major commemorative release, honoring the 85th Anniversary of the Hess Corporation’s founding (1933). This special edition was an enhanced replica of the very first vehicle Leon Hess drove to start his business.

The Most Limited Production Truck Ever Sold to the Public

This model is a modern, technologically advanced replica of the small, second-hand Chevrolet fuel oil delivery truck used by 19-year-old Leon Hess in 1933. It was produced in one of the lowest quantities ever for a publicly available Hess toy, leading to it reportedly selling out in under 24 hours online.

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Key Features and Specifications

Model: Single-Unit Fuel Delivery Tanker Truck (Replica of a 1933 Chevrolet).
Anniversary: Celebrates the 85th Anniversary of the Hess Corporation (1933–2018).
Color Scheme: Classic Hess dark green cab and tanker body with yellow and red accents.
Lights: Features a striking amount of illumination for its size, with 31 working lights that operate in flash or steady mode.
- Includes super bright LED headlights.
- Features 6 undercarriage showcase lights, a premium detail.
Sounds: Three cab buttons activate three vintage-inspired sound effects: Ignition/Rev, Drive, and Horn.
Collectibility: This limited-edition model was individually numbered (though this detail is not consistently mentioned in every retail listing).
Packaging: Comes packaged in a premium showcase box that depicts the original 1933 Hess truck fleet and includes a removable 3-sided display base.
License Plate: Features a commemorative 1933 license plate.

Metric	Detail	Collectible Value (MIB, Reference)
Original Retail Price	$42.99 (batteries included and free shipping online).	N/A
Current Collectible Value	Mint condition, complete-in-box (MIB). Due to the limited production and rapid sell-out, prices on the secondary market are typically high.	$90 – $150+
Rarity Note	Many sources cite this as the lowest production Hess truck ever offered for direct public sale, making it an essential and challenging piece for collectors.	N/A

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