CARS - POP Sayings N° 1790 - Lighting McQueen

Cars — POP! Sayings No. 1790 Lightning McQueen ‘Ka-Chow!’

Rev up your engines with this POP! figurine Sayings No. 1790 dedicated to Lightning McQueen, the famous racing champion from the Disney and Pixar Cars universe. Designed by Funko, this edition combines the racing car with a speech bubble displaying his iconic catchphrase: ‘Ka-Chow!’

Lightning McQueen is depicted with his distinctive red bodywork, broad smile and expressive eyes set on the windscreen. The figurine thus retains the character’s key visual features whilst adapting them to the compact, rounded shapes characteristic of the POP! collection

This version features a modern racing livery inspired by his appearance at the Rust-eze Racing Centre. The sides and bonnet are decorated with yellow and orange patterns reminiscent of flames or lightning bolts, whilst the number 95 remains visible on the bodywork. The wheels, aerodynamic features and rear wing complete its racing car silhouette.

A speech bubble bearing the words ‘Ka-Chow!’ accompanies Flash McQueen. This embossed detail transforms the figure into a small narrative scene and highlights the catchphrase the driver uses to mark his appearances, celebrate a performance or charm the photographers.

Technical specifications

• Manufacturer: Funko

• Main licence: Disney / Pixar

• Universe: Cars

• Character: Lightning McQueen

• Collection: POP! Sayings

• Collection number: 1790

• Product type: Collectible figurine with speech bubble

• Text displayed: ‘Ka-Chow!’

• Race number: 95

• Material: PVC

• Packaging: Illustrated window box

• Packaging dimensions: 11.5 × 9 × 16 cm

• BEM’S product type: Figurine

• BEM’S category: Bobble Head POP

• Officially licensed product: Yes

• Funko reference: 93789

• EAN: 0889698937894

Character background and universe (Lore)

Lightning McQueen is an ambitious racing car competing in the prestigious Piston Cup. At the start of the first Cars film, he sees himself as an exceptional driver capable of succeeding on his own. His talent, speed and spectacular appearance earn him great popularity, but his individualism prevents him from understanding the importance of teamwork.

Whilst travelling to California to compete in a decisive race, Flash accidentally ends up in the small town of Radiator Springs, situated along the old Route 66. After damaging the main road, he is forced to stay and help repair it.

There he meets several locals, including Martin, Sally Carrera, Luigi, Guido and Doc Hudson. Through these relationships, he discovers a way of life very different from that of the racetracks and media events. Doc Hudson, a former champion known as the Fabulous Hudson Hornet, gradually becomes his mentor.

This experience profoundly transforms Flash McQueen. He learns that victory does not depend solely on speed, and that loyalty, friendship and respect for his opponents are worth more than a trophy. His decision to help the King after his accident during the final race directly illustrates this transformation.

In the subsequent films, Flash becomes an experienced driver and a leading figure in the Piston Cup. However, he must adapt to the arrival of younger, faster competitors trained using modern technology. His journey then leads him to pass on, in turn, the lessons he learnt from Doc Hudson.

The expression ‘Ka-Chow!’ is closely associated with his public image. Flash uses it in particular when posing for the cameras or wishing to emphasise his charisma. This phrase reflects the young champion’s sometimes excessive confidence, but also the enthusiasm and energy that remain present throughout his adventures.

This POP! Sayings figure therefore brings together the character’s two most recognisable features: his red bodywork bearing the number 95 and the spectacular catchphrase that accompanies his appearances.

Expected delivery date, subject to change by the distributor.