Custom Fleetside
Mattel • Hot Wheels
Toy Category
Die-Cast Vehicle
Year Released
1968
Condition
Good to Very Good; visible paint chips on the front fenders and roof edges; some toning/fading typical of Spectraflame paint; wheels appear straight but may have chrome loss.
Estimated Market Value
$40.00 - $85.00 USD
Description
A stylized 1967 Chevrolet El Camino featuring a tonneau cover over the truck bed. It boasts a Spectraflame paint finish in aqua/blue, a black roof variant (though this appears to be a standard aqua roof), white interior, and the signature red-striped wheels. The hood is non-opening on this specific casting.
Market Value
Estimated Market Value
$40.00 - $85.00 USD
Auction Estimate
$35.00 - $60.00 USD
Toy Identity
Edition Details
Original Redline Series; First Edition; Manufactured in USA or Hong Kong
Model Number
6213
Toy Type
1:64 Scale; Die-cast metal body and chassis; Redline wheels
Toy Condition
Good to Very Good; visible paint chips on the front fenders and roof edges; some toning/fading typical of Spectraflame paint; wheels appear straight but may have chrome loss.
Packaging Condition
No Packaging; loose item.
Rarity & Significance
Highly significant as one of the original 'Sweet 16' Hot Wheels cars released in 1968. It was designed by Harry Bradley and remains a cornerstone of die-cast collecting history.
Special Features
Spectraflame paint; Redline (RL) tires with bearing-style wheels; torsion bar suspension.
Notable Variations
Available in USA and Hong Kong versions; Hong Kong versions feature blue-tinted glass and a different base detail. Rare colors like Overchrome or Pink significantly increase value.