Redline Restoration: Hot Wheels 1976 Super Chrome Mustang Stocker

[@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.

[@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.

[@tatertot64]

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

[@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

[@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

[@camross47474]

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

[@SweeneyDunston]

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

[@19TheFallen]

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

[@iambiggus]

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

[@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!

[@andrewkeyes5927]

Love your work the history of toys has always fascinated me

[@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

[@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.

[@mwidenst]

There is something soothing about watching a restoration video!

[@sidpeterson8432]

I really appreciate that you are willing to teach us with little talent. You truly are a talented restoration expert. I think the way that car turned out is truly inspirational to those of us trying to recreate what you make look so easy. The car in my opinion is truly fantastic.

[@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.

[@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.

[@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.

[@kjamison5951]

Another great restoration, interesting facts about the model history and a result that stands alongside the originals. Thank you!

[@PixelPipes]

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

[@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

[@infinity001plus1]

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

[@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.

[@IndoJimbo]

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

[@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.

[@truckerswife5060]

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

[@burgulize]

I adore the love and work you put into these restorations, your videos are amazing! Thank you!

[@navyf4s]

Wow! I think you are doing one hell of a great job restoring these cars. I really like the historic info added to this one. Looking forward to watching more.

[@marthapotter8283]

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

[@TheMijman]

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

[@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.

[@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.

[@egardner5978]

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

[@agepbiz]

Impressive restoration, and I really enjoy watching your workflow!

[@DBs58]

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

[@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.

[@valborchardt3596]

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

[@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

[@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.

[@rustybowtie2588]

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

[@rudygarcia7981]

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

[@octane613]

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

[@davidmullenix3757]

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

[@jerryjohnsonii4181]

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

[@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.

[@chrislight4325]

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

[@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

[@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.

[@DriftingPancake]

I love listening to your videos while I go to sleep

[@Th3Painki113r]

Really love how this turned out!

[@JT-un7dc]

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

[@veiledrecalcitrance4314]

The Molotow pens don’t take a clear coat well, but there is an airbrush paint that comes out way way better. Kcolor light mirror chrome. And it takes a clear coat without losing the mirror finish.

[@baremetalHW]

I'll see if I can get ahold of some

[@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!

[@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! 😉😁

[@adamgardner28]

I had that corvette! I actually recently looked up online what it looked like because the one I had as a kid only had the chrome on the trunk area and the rest of the car was bare metal. I remember playing with it in the shower/bathtub so the base was/is heavily etched from the hard water. Only a small amount of dark blue around the hood cowl still existed so I thought it must have been blue. I painted it blue when I was in middle school. I want to find it so I can restore it using your methods...

[@davidinark]

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

[@SteelRaptor24]

You might have already hear this, but when you applied the super glue to the base for the axle, sprinkle some baking powder on the glue after you get the axle in place, it dries quicker and this will give you a type of solid dry surface you can shape with a file or dremel for a cleaner look. and you can paint over it, maybe with a chrome pen. I enjoy your videos, I have learned much myself from watching your work.

[@jeffhreid]

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

[@nickradell2385]

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

[@UKVoodooUK]

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

[@euro2uner28]

Got tip for you... as a model builder i found a tip on youtube to use baking soda to harden super glue instantly. You put your glue down then dust it with the baking soda and the glue hardens rock hard. Maybe something you can try to hold axles or other parts.

[@razray3994]

Love the restorations! Also a fan of the resto-mod twin mill!

[@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.

[@johnkelley9877]

I think it fits in really well with the other cars. Another great tutorial.

[@tuxpowerpc]

Of course not knowing ahead of time it would take six repaints to get where you needed to be. But with that amount of work I can't help wonder if rechroming it would have been the better way to go in hind sight. I'd love to hear your thoughts. Thanks for another great video!

[@baremetalHW]

Well repainting it that many times only took about an hour... plating it could take multiple hours depending on how many times you stop and sand

[@JeremiahJS1984]

Beautiful work sir

[@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!

[@diecast_MikeEspo]

Unbelievable work , great video. Mike Espo.

[@bossnbuchan]

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

[@the_kroncraft_show4227]

I liked the history of the cars and I don't think the mustang stood out from the other two cars. Great job as always !

[@RiverasHotWheels]

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

[@rockyrobles2165]

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

[@toddwinters168]

You are a Pro. So informative. I just got into this hobby. Thank you.

[@pollyg562]

i love analogies, you are Pewdiepie, the OG and best 1/64 restorer but oh look out here comes Tseries[a mix of all these new guys making heaps more content but not quite your standard}

[@rankedpsiguy1]

The chrome finish compares very well with the originals. Your attention to detail with the decals sets it apart from them. Another indication of the lack of QC at Mattel in the mid-70's. We likely have CAD to thank for having any castings at all around today!

[@donaldswink6259]

Beautiful job, best looking car of the three.

[@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 👍

[@firewolfyt5481]

Loved the results

[@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.

[@shug831]

The car looks great, fits in with the originals just fine.

[@SteveMutt]

What was the Dremel tip at 9:25?

[@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!

[@davidhopson729]

Nice restoration job! Love watching your videos.

[@joefrazee537]

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

[@mrlurchAU]

Great work. And love the history stories.

[@TheUncleRuckus]

Turned out great and I did enjoy the history

[@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.

[@josephlowry4320]

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

[@Rich_1]

The extra history was my favourite part 👍🏻

[@johndonaldson3619]

I agree!!!!

[@birdie399]

Fantastic work and results. Thanks for sharing your skills.

[@crzyoldmn]

Fine job all around. I'm sure that car will stand the test of time.

[@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.

[@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.

[@RisingManson]

I like the history bits you’re throwing in, I’d love to see more in future videos

[@johndonaldson3619]

I agree!!..The history really adds a whole new level!!

[@briand7381]

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

[@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!

[@NitrousDiecast]

I’m glad you came out with a new video, as I have been re-watching your old ones! I think the chrome looks pretty good, but maybe a touch greyer when compared to the originals

[@brandonhendrickson9039]

Great job bmhw! Looks amazing and your tips and info is perfect duration it keeps your interest isnt booring and explains key points thoroughly. You asked for viewers opinion of how well your restoration blends with the others honestly i can see a difference the difference is most noticeable when your view is directed toward the side although there is a difference its a good difference if thats a thing lol. So your resto has a smoother less imperfection is seen on yours as the light is hitting at different angles so wjat im trying to say is that yours looks newer which it should when you take into consideration the ags of the coating that covers the originals