Redline Restoration: Hot Wheels 1976 Super Chrome Mustang Stocker

In this video I will use what I have learned so far with the Molotow metal ink to restore a super chrome Mustang Stocker from 1976. This poor car has been beaten to a pulp and is in need of a second chance.

[@DanaTheInsane]

You are not kidding about 1976. I was there, you could get virtually ANYTHING in red, white and blue. It was nuts. The marketing overkill was insane.

[@kylesoler4139]

The most Murican year ever.

[@mike_minnick]

I'm sure its gonna be just as prevalent in 2026, so that's something to look forward to

[@MrHeadbanger366]

I remember the Bicentennial, it was everywhere.

[@NitrousDiecast]

I had an American flag visor, and I’m Canadian... ha ha

[@PacManDreaming]

Man, I can remember the Bicentennial commercials for Six Flags Over Texas. Not to mention, all of the other Bicentennial themed stuff. I even remember Dolly Madison making cupcakes with red, white and blue star sprinkles on them. Those were the days!

[@dontcheckmychanel]

Unbelievable. Of all the channels that could refer to Techmoan, it's the Hot Wheels channel that does it first. I firmly enjoy your content. I think the schedule you release on is more generous than we deserve. These videos are incredibly high quality.

[@infinity_0016]

I don't know why but the "you're welcome" made me laugh, nevertheless an amazing restoration.

[@tatertot64]

As a casual watcher, these chrome restorations always look extremely impressive once done.

[@alfonsoalonzo]

Destroying these just raise the value of the ones collectors are storing in their attics your welcome Lmfao that got me 10/10 helpful

[@ishancantdrift830]

History lesson, restoration of a Hot Wheels car, and CHROME? Sign me up. Loving the videos man. Also the fact you’re giving us a flashback into the times these cars were made is pretty sweet.

[@camross47474]

I love your editing style and how professional your videos are.

[@mwidenst]

There is something soothing about watching a restoration video!

[@janderakaleroydavis]

4 years old and still a good video of restoration of older HW. Now there are wheels and axles made to change them out.

[@aearioweu]

I think the clear coat is a bit too thick, as it dulls the shine of the chrome underneath. Good chrome should be mirror like and there just isn't a good way to clear coat chrome paint. Chrome paint effect is usually done as a thin mist layer on top of high gloss black enamel I suspect your liquid chrome was hard to work with was because you relied on the paint itself to self level, rather than using a high gloss black to be the perfectly smooth surface which the chrome paint just sits on. I personally like using alclad chrome paints because if the surface prep is done well then you can get an absolutely gorgeous mirror chrome that is indistinguishable from the real thing, but is very fragile.

[@SweeneyDunston]

I feel like it turned out the best it could being the casting it is. Nice work as always. 👍

[@truckerswife5060]

I love this car. I was born in '76 and I love Mustangs. Nice job.

[@TheMijman]

To get a better and deeper chrome, you should start with a gloss black base.

[@DriftingPancake]

I love listening to your videos while I go to sleep

[@rustybowtie2588]

Now I want to dig up all my old matchbox cars from my parents yard and restore them. Love your videos

[@Dirks_NUMA_Files]

As much as I enjoy watching these videos I don't collect these cars but this is one I would LOVE to get hold of. It looks fantastic

[@slackjaw703]

1976... I remember going on a field trip to the Bicentennial Train, which our 5th grade class visited in Salem, Oregon. That whole year was red/white/blue, from t-shirts, to coasters, to mud flaps, anything and everything was all about the 200th year celebration. Flags were everywhere, all year long. Was pretty cool. Damn I’m old... I actually have that Datsun you display at the end, in excellent shape as well.

[@IndoJimbo]

I don't restore hot wheels, but I could watch your videos for hours. Love it! keep up the good work!

[@raheem2961]

Idk how I found your channel at at all before you I haven't watched any videos relating to this but I still watch you when I'm bored and I'm bored a lot

[@andrewkeyes5927]

Love your work the history of toys has always fascinated me

[@BrutalFates]

I want to say fantastic work. I understand the complexity to getting a chrome finish. I hate to say it that the ink does not give a similar effect that real chrome has. Chrome has warm brown tones and cool blue tones within it. I think it would be interesting if you prepared a car to be sent out and chrome finished by a chrome shop, to compare the difference between what has been done. A model that has been fully stripped down to its bear metal. Also I am a big fan of that Datsun at the end, I would love to see one restored or even customized, I need to get my hands on one. Anyways thanks and keep doing what you are doing you are very skilled at what you do, and can't wait for the next video.

[@valborchardt3596]

Great restoration, thanks for sharing, take care, as always from South Africa 🇿🇦

[@rudygarcia7981]

Beautiful restoration 👍🏼. I'm a fan of your work. Thank you for posting these videos.

[@DBs58]

Another fantastic job with some history of the redlines included. Thank you.

[@PixelPipes]

Love the history. Adds a lot of depth beyond what you're doing.

[@marthapotter8283]

I love the extra history lessons, so go ahead and digress all you want to! Really enjoy your videos.

[@JT-un7dc]

I remember having this one and the other two back in the 70s.

[@Pushyhog]

Glad u said u might be able to make more vids per month. U are the filmography king....smooth, rhythm, and timing. Light and close up camera lens perfect for any eye.

[@randynovick7972]

That's a really great result! It's not quite as truly shiny as the chrome, certainly, but the clear coat really gets it close. I think you did a great job with it, and had I not seen your closeup comparison with the originals, I would have a hard time knowing it had been painted. I love these episodes. Keep making them.

[@fynbo1007]

I’m not a collector, but I find your video very interesting. I love to see older things restored, instead of buying new. So I find very interesting, the great effort you make in this old car, with a very beautiful result. Thank you for sharing your amazing video. God bless you and your family

[@diecast164andmore9]

I'm a bicentennial baby myself 7/5/76 (a day late and a dollar short) to be exact. I too share the feeling on this casting, not my favorite, but your restoration looks really nice! It's for sure display worthy, but it would look even better on the track!! Great job!! All hail red white blue....and chrome! 😉😁

[@josephlowry4320]

Awesome dude, you have made Old School Hot Wheels Cars more badass.

[@iambiggus]

Once again, another great video. Appreciate the time and effort put into these for our entertainment, a salute to you sir.

[@peterbrown1477]

When Moko-Lesney, (as they were then known ), brought out their famous ' Matchbox' range in the late 1950's, my Grandma used to buy me one each week. They then cost one shilling & sixpence, in old UK money, which I guess would be a few cents, US. I had the first 30 or 40 models they made ( except the horse drawn milk cart, which I thought was a bit naff ! ), but gave them all away to my nephew in the 1980's ! I wish I had them now. Your videos are of great nostalgic value to me, being brought up in bombed out, post war Liverpool. Keep up the good work.

[@baremetalHW]

Ouch... those would be worth so much more today LOL

[@RiverasHotWheels]

Looks brand new next to the other super chromes. Blends right in as if it was preserved for 40+ years 👌🏽

[@gregory8140]

Wow! I'm hooked! I'm retired and needed a new hobby. Yard work sucks! Not into gardening! Hate solitaire and shuffleboard! Hallelujah, I'm saved!! Your videos are AWESOME!! My only complaint, I fall asleep after watching three or more videos. Is it your "Late Night Talk Radio Voice?" 😁 Thanks for introducing me to a great hobby!

[@davidmullenix3757]

One year anniversary of an yet another amazing video! Cheers.

[@octane613]

I just wanna say your work is fantastic, and almost all the other youtube hotwheels guys look up to it.

[@stephenferreira5758]

Your work is very entertaining! 👍🏻

[@phatkatracing]

Hey! I'm glad you're a Techmoan fan! He's awesome and I've been watching him since shortly after his start. 💕

[@jeflarremore7170]

I have vivid memories of Hit Wheels and Matchbox cars as I was 6 in '76. I am amazed how little people know of that year. I'm stunned how many 1976 quarters I have run across lately. I put them away as soon as I find them.

[@railroadaddict1884]

Another awesome job. You have really helped me out as I customize cars for model train layouts. I was able to achieve awesome results my first time because of your videos.

[@brianartillery]

That looks absolutely beautiful! It seems that you CAN make a silk purse out of a Sow's ear. Nice shout out to Techmoan at 09:05, too.

[@King-Sub-Zero]

I am a huge Mustang fan. That mustang looks cool. I never seen a chromed mustang before.

[@brian5o]

I know that this would be a quite different process but have you ever considered trying to restore old Hot Wheels playsets? I know it would be quite different from Hot Wheels restoration but I bet you'd do a great job at it and it would be very neat to see you work your magic on one. By the way, this Mustang turned out great! Nice job!

[@firefighter4532]

Been waiting for a new vid 🚗

[@justintoshima9459]

I'm a recent subscriber but love the content and do indeed think the historical facts are helpful. I myself have 1976 stars and stripes chrome mustang stocker in fairly decent condition and was extremely pleased to see one restored in this video! Keep up the good work!

[@nickradell2385]

The mustang only looks different from the other two in that it is so nicely finished. Very good work

[@preston121068]

I remember these cars very well. They were my preference as a kid, I had them all, gold and silver, including all the ones shown in this video. Thanks for the memory.

[@iambiggus]

I had the gold-ish Datsun Z car as a kid, and seeing it in this video brought back all kinds of fun memories. Coincidentally, an old 280Z was the first car I bought as a teenager.

[@Rich_1]

The extra history was my favourite part 👍🏻

[@johndonaldson3619]

I agree!!!!

[@Casp3r.aka.Droid.]

I really like your 3D printed Hot Wheels wheel spinning stand

[@egardner5978]

It looks really good compared to the originals and more history is never a bad thing in my book.

[@davidinark]

I like the history and background info. Great job as always!

[@archiebunker6059]

Wow! Turned out way better than I thought it would, your a pro.👍

[@jeffhreid]

That is such a good restoration! Super entertaining episode. Thanks

[@19TheFallen]

You never cease to impress me.....The time and effort you put into these restorations is quite apparent to me!

[@Sid-ix5qr]

Good Restoration!! On a side note, I'd like to see Johnny Lightning wheels on Redlines.

[@Madnessnunky]

I've got a Johnny Lightning drag racing truck. That thing rolls so well. Love the wheels on it.

[@Sid-ix5qr]

JL wheels are so cool!

[@firewolfyt5481]

Loved the results

[@looneybatemanscotch2579]

Love your videos keep up the good work

[@diwiak]

This one is really nice!

[@looneybatemanscotch2579]

Yeah I agree. Really like the chrome!

[@qwertywert42]

Totally great video! The extra history bits were cool and these techniques worked really well. I thought it looked even better than the other cars in the lineup at the end. Keep up the good work, and it's cool that you watch techmoan

[@JeremiahJS1984]

Beautiful work sir

[@davidhopson729]

Nice restoration job! Love watching your videos.

[@briand7381]

I love the vids. And the history makes it better. It flows perfectly

[@rockyrobles2165]

Hi from Puerto Rico, that's a masterful class.

[@Scotty_in_Ohio]

The extra history bits are very much appreciated! I'm getting into diecast in a casual way (mostly finding things that I remember having as a child) and like to hear more about the history and background. Thanks and great work on this restoration!

[@jerryjohnsonii4181]

Awesome chrome job you did on this car. Well Done Sir an the decals make the car stand out better too.

[@votekyle3000]

Adding in the history bits and your commentary on the castings was a great addition. This is mostly escapist nostalgia for me, and although I’m sure some viewers will be inspired to follow in your footsteps, many of us are just fans of HW.

[@UKVoodooUK]

Love the 3D printed Redline wheel showcase platform too 👍🏻

[@Th3Painki113r]

Really love how this turned out!

[@chrislight4325]

Really great chrome effect! Looks right at home with the originals...

[@TheChuckb712]

I think it does fit in with the other 2 however, you made it look so much better than it did originally. Great job!

[@ripwreckraceway]

she looks good the casting lines are still showing

[@mrlurchAU]

Great work. And love the history stories.

[@Natasha-jr4kp]

I had my doubts on how this one was gonna go with the poor and sloppy casting along with lack of detail but as usual, you knock every project out of the park. Really well done.

[@prematuredgravy8033]

Your car only stands out because its restored. Very nice job. 🙃

[@nickthompson651]

I remember when I was like 8 yrs old (1990) my uncle had an ambulance that looked sort of futuristic called "Stretcha Fetcha." It was one that I'll always remeber.

[@GregAlanEdwardsEmmanuelRidge]

You got the idea and the look perfect. I don't think there's any way you can reproduce that superchrome look to perfection. You nailed it about as well as anyone can.

[@donaldswink6259]

Beautiful job, best looking car of the three.

[@gunslinger11bravo]

Looks great and I love the historical background.

[@TheFlyingBusman]

I would suggest cutting axles out with a narrower burr or mini diamond cutting disc. This will leave a larger valley to refit the axles to. Once again though another great resto. Nice job.

[@joefrazee537]

I thoroughly enjoyed this video! Great job! Thanks for the history

[@ScottyPryor]

These videos are so fun to watch

[@Duke_Togo_G13]

It's definitely a thing of beauty. Great Job! 👍

[@geekbruin]

Amazing work. Your skills (which were already amazing) have improved a lot!

[@jeromysmith3917]

I would myself had used the interchangeable wheels from the sixties on this car this really gave me an idea. My collection is close to eight-hundred pieces.

[@diecastrescueaustralia6299]

Nice work and an inspiration as always, the more of these cars getting TLC the more there will be around for people to enjoy 👍

[@billmarshall6011]

Great job on the restoration, I actually remember having this car as a child, I wish I still had it, and the many others I had back in the 1970's.

[@haseebnedarya4327]

Excellent work..✌✌👍👍

[@icenesiswayons9962]

In 1976 I think they made everything they could in R W B. I collected ho trains and still have the SD 70 engine and caboose'. Very good job, all the scratches on the other chrome cars takes your eyes away from the resto. However it looks great and at a glance you would never know unless you're a collector. Happy Thanksgiving! :-)

[@jimlowe6386]

Another awesome restoration. Great video!!

[@digitalnaf1907]

Fits in perfectly with the others. Great work.

[@tootall5559]

it's nice to see one of these with the working doors redone. For a while, that's what differentiated Matchbox, they would have doors and sometimes hoods or trunks that opened, and those with the opening hoods would have a plastic insert that looked much like the motor was in it.

[@diecast_MikeEspo]

Unbelievable work , great video. Mike Espo.

[@shotgotit_]

A sponser, nice one man. On the up and up. Good luck for future ventures my man :)))

[@Jackielightning]

Nice very sweet Restoration (Cheers)🏎✨🍺🍺🍺🍺🍺🍺🍺🍺✨

[@muchoalex]

keep the history coming, I love it.

[@dwarf365]

480p club! Great work!

[@TemberGundam]

Nice build, and i enjoyed the history lesson!

[@PacManDreaming]

That's a beautiful restoration! I think I would've gone with the zinc plating and then polishing it to a mirror finish. But, that's just me. It looks great! I love all of those Bicentennial era cars. My very first Hot Wheels car was the Warpath. It was white, with red and blue on it. It came with some type of rubberband powered launcher and some plastic track. That would've been around '75 or '76.

[@ReviewCrap]

Geesh, growing up in the 70s and into the early 80s, we didn't really as kids have a concept that redline cars were worth anything (of course at the time they weren't) I think I may have had this casting back in the day, but had no idea that awesome decal work on it as I think mine was in "before" condition.

[@sirrathersplendid4825]

Hot Wheels were always the most expensive small toy cars in the UK back in the 1970s. I had dozens of cars, mostly Corgi Rockets and Matchbox, but very few Hot Wheels, no more than two or three. I bought them myself out of my weekly pocket money - and they certainly didn't seem inexpensive!