The car from “Hardcastle and McCormick,” known as the Coyote X, was a kit car based on the McLaren M6GT. After the show ended, the original cars used in the series were sold at auction.
The Coyote X was a central element of the 1980s television show “Hardcastle and McCormick,” which featured the adventures of a judge, Milton C. Hardcastle, and a former race car driver turned ex-con, Mark McCormick. The car was a symbol of the duo’s partnership and was used extensively throughout the series for various stunts and chase scenes.
The Coyote X was not a production vehicle but a custom-built kit car designed specifically for the show. It was based on the chassis of a Volkswagen Beetle and utilized a fiberglass body modeled after the McLaren M6GT. The show’s producers commissioned Mike Fennel Enterprises to build the car, and several versions were created to ensure that production could continue smoothly in case of damage during stunts.
When “Hardcastle and McCormick” concluded in 1986 after three seasons, the cars were no longer needed for filming. The original Coyote X cars, including the hero car used for close-up shots and the stunt cars for action sequences, were auctioned off to private collectors. Over the years, these cars have changed hands, and some have been restored to their former glory.
Fans of the show have also created replicas of the Coyote X, keeping the spirit of “Hardcastle and McCormick” alive. These replicas are often showcased at car shows and fan events, celebrating the legacy of the series and its iconic car.
