Author Topic: WEIRD WHEELS RETURNING!!! (Read 29547 times)

Gpann101 · « **on:** June 21, 2019, 10:20:20 PM »

posted June 22, 2019 12:50 AM
Greetings fans of the non sports cards universe! I would like to introduce myself... my name is Greg Panneitz and I just completed the acquisition of the trademark " WEIRD WHEELS" I have been very active with CARtoons magazine for the past 4 years and decided to add more visual art to my toony portfolio. What a better way to feed my cARTistic soul with bringing back such an iconic brand! This will not be one of those..yeah yeah whatever deals, I promise you that! I have been working with original artist Gary Hallgren and he is excited to be a part of this as well! I have also been approached by artists in the industry as well and am super stoked to get this project "rolling" again after almost 40 years!!! Big plans on the board...some familiar and some never been done before in the non sports cards community!!! That is all for now. Thank-you - GP

RawGoo · « **Reply #1 on:** June 22, 2019, 03:20:31 AM »

Looking forward to this! Please keep us posted. Will this be a Kickstarter project?

DrDeal · « **Reply #2 on:** June 22, 2019, 07:39:44 AM »

Sounds great. Please keep us posted.

Brian Mc · « **Reply #3 on:** June 22, 2019, 04:32:26 PM »

Great news! Keep us posted.

I really don't remember buying them, but I still have my Weird Wheels cards from way back. At least.... I think I do

Gpann101 · « **Reply #4 on:** June 24, 2019, 05:12:46 AM »

Quote from: RawGoo on June 22, 2019, 03:20:31 AM

Will this be a Kickstarter project?

Yes it will be

Dr.M · « **Reply #5 on:** June 24, 2019, 08:26:55 AM »

Awesome! Looking forward to hearing more about this project! Can we expect to see the Kickstarter launched this year?

Joe G. · « **Reply #6 on:** June 24, 2019, 02:13:47 PM »

Greg, well done! Sounds like you’re going to produce an amazing set.

landoquakes · « **Reply #7 on:** July 09, 2019, 07:16:11 PM »

Congrats on resurrecting Weird Wheels! I wrote an article on them for the Wrapper Non Sport magazine back in 2005. I knew of Gary's involvement, but I wasn't sure to what extent. His initials are on two of the cards from the 1980 set. #23 and #46. It was one of the last series that Norm Saunders worked on for Topps. #25 has Norm's signature.

Dr.M · « **Reply #8 on:** September 25, 2019, 10:12:47 PM »

Any updates on this project?

Gpann101 · « **Reply #9 on:** September 26, 2019, 03:52:42 PM »

Coming very soon!

Dr.M · « **Reply #10 on:** September 26, 2019, 04:09:45 PM »

Amazing. Can’t wait. Any teasers you might want to share with us?

Gpann101 · « **Reply #11 on:** September 28, 2019, 03:27:32 PM »

Here is the backside of the PHILLY NON-SPORTS CARD SHOW exclusive Weird Wheels promo card being handed out at the gate. The card itself is a temporary tattoo of the wax pack cover for the upcoming set. Be sure to check out the show!

Dr.M · « **Reply #12 on:** September 28, 2019, 05:17:39 PM »

That looks cool. Is there anyway to get one of those cards for those of us that can’t attend the show?

Gpann101 · « **Reply #13 on:** September 28, 2019, 06:06:48 PM »

Official " return " announcement will be on Halloween. I have a few creative ways to get the 2000 qty distributed out.
Like the " Weird Wheels" facebook page,message me and I'll send you one. **This goes for all forum guests. Like the page and message me your info and I'll send you one.**

Dr.M · « **Reply #14 on:** September 28, 2019, 06:47:29 PM »

Thank you! Can’t wait to see your kickstarter for this set!

Gpann101 · « **Reply #15 on:** October 21, 2019, 08:48:55 PM »

If anyone wants to see a "WEIRD WHEELS 3-D Digi-card, check it out here... https://www.facebook.com/2093064167572191/posts/2484755781736359/

Dr.M · « **Reply #16 on:** October 21, 2019, 10:48:26 PM »

Is the tattoo card the 3-D card?

Gpann101 · « **Reply #17 on:** October 22, 2019, 09:40:21 AM »

Yes it is! Sent yours out yesterday!

Dr.M · « **Reply #18 on:** October 22, 2019, 10:59:09 AM »

Thanks so much! Looking forward to seeing it. Is your Kickstarter still being launched on the 31st? Do you have any other info? Time?

Gpann101 · « **Reply #19 on:** October 22, 2019, 12:36:09 PM »

You are welcome! I've decided to post the return early to promote this---> https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F233374617952 Kick starter will be next year "40 year anniversary" to be exact...however , I am working on a promotion for the holidays. Only thing that I will say is that I'm giving all artists a shot at being a part of the new set!

koduck · « **Reply #20 on:** October 23, 2019, 11:08:50 AM »

Rev your engines!!!

Dr.M · « **Reply #21 on:** October 23, 2019, 03:19:33 PM »

Neil! Are you contributing to this set at all?

Gpann101 · « **Reply #22 on:** October 25, 2019, 06:53:13 PM »

Neil and I are going through heavy negotiations right now.

deadpresidentsvisa · « **Reply #23 on:** October 26, 2019, 06:43:30 AM »

LET ME KNOW IF YOU NEED A MODERATOR

Gpann101 · « **Reply #24 on:** November 03, 2019, 09:19:06 PM »

Latest Weird Wheels Concept drawing...

Dr.M · « **Reply #25 on:** November 05, 2019, 01:14:31 PM »

Looks great! Do you have a date set as to when you’ll be launching your Kickstarter?

Fanatical_and_Sickly · « **Reply #26 on:** June 04, 2020, 10:10:06 AM »

Any new word on these? Did the Kickstarter go out as planned?

Dr.M · « **Reply #27 on:** November 05, 2021, 02:21:52 PM »

Quote from: Gpann101 on June 21, 2019, 10:20:20 PM

posted June 22, 2019 12:50 AM
Greetings fans of the non sports cards universe! I would like to introduce myself... my name is Greg Panneitz and I just completed the acquisition of the trademark " WEIRD WHEELS" I have been very active with CARtoons magazine for the past 4 years and decided to add more visual art to my toony portfolio. What a better way to feed my cARTistic soul with bringing back such an iconic brand! This will not be one of those..yeah yeah whatever deals, I promise you that! I have been working with original artist Gary Hallgren and he is excited to be a part of this as well! I have also been approached by artists in the industry as well and am super stoked to get this project "rolling" again after almost 40 years!!! Big plans on the board...some familiar and some never been done before in the non sports cards community!!! That is all for now. Thank-you - GP

Hey Greg!

Any updates on this set?

rdsjnk · « **Reply #28 on:** October 29, 2022, 03:38:53 PM »

Whatever happened with these?

Dr.M · « **Reply #29 on:** October 29, 2022, 09:57:50 PM »

Quote from: rdsjnk on October 29, 2022, 03:38:53 PM

Whatever happened with these?

I’ve reached out to Greg a few times with no response. Guessing covid killed this project…..

drono · « **Reply #30 on:** October 30, 2022, 04:40:50 AM »

There's a Weird Wheels sell sheet from 1980 on eBay:

https://www.ebay.com/itm/275519622232

lucidjc · « **Reply #31 on:** October 30, 2022, 04:36:21 PM »

Neil seems to have dipped a little toe into the project. Maybe he can tell us, Neil...?

Jim

roughwriter · « **Reply #32 on:** October 31, 2022, 07:06:20 AM »

I talk to Greg from time to time, and his latest reply was that he has been very busy at work, and simply hasn't had time to devote to this project. Over the past 18 months he has definitely come up with a number of new concepts and drawn some nice preliminary roughs. It didn't seem like he was anywhere near completion yet, and I would say its on the back burner for now.

Dr.M · « **Reply #33 on:** October 31, 2022, 01:49:43 PM »

Quote from: roughwriter on October 31, 2022, 07:06:20 AM

I talk to Greg from time to time, and his latest reply was that he has been very busy at work, and simply hasn't had time to devote to this project. Over the past 18 months he has definitely come up with a number of new concepts and drawn some nice preliminary roughs. It didn't seem like he was anywhere near completion yet, and I would say its on the back burner for now.

You should have Greg write an update in this thread. There’s obviously interest in this set. Even if it might be still done at some point in the future. It would be great to hear something from him.

roughwriter · « **Reply #34 on:** November 01, 2022, 06:46:03 AM »

Yes, well, if I could get him to do what I think he should, then we would have the New Weird Wheels set already!

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