In 1996, Galoob released a highly collectible, officially licensed Galoob Micro Machines Indianapolis 500 toy line to celebrate the 80th running of the historic race. This lineup is highly sought-after by vintage toy collectors and IndyCar enthusiasts alike due to its precise detailing of the real-world 1996 Indy Racing League field.
Galoob has broken down the field into several thematic 4-pack vehicle blisters. These allowed fans to collect smaller subsets of the race: Each tiny IndyCar features authentic paint schemes, racing numbers, and driver names printed right on the packaging.
Micro Machines 1996 Indianapolis 500 Rising Stars: Spotlights the rookie drivers and up-and-coming talent making their mark at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway that year. #12 Buzz Calkins, #14 Davey Hamilton, #64 Jonny Uncer and #11 Scott Sharp