THE AWFUL TRUTH OF HOTWHEELS RLC

[@brunopaciullo1826]

All of your videos perfectly capture that collectors impulse. Also, your editing is amazing.

[@MUSTANGHUNTER]

Agreed, his edits are top notch

[@Lar.Real.Diecast]

Thank you 🥹🥹🥹🥹🥹 im so happy you guys like it

[@jaamilmaalik8671]

You are soo Right!😅 Impulse buying and trying to convince yourself that spending money on toys is still ok. I'm I right?😅

[@TumbleProductions2946]

RLC seems like a only slight improvement from premium for ridiculous prices. Imo, matchbox collectors better value

[@hotwheelcollector16]

Rlc is better than supers

[@PlatinumNath]

​@@hotwheelcollector16 Better than Supers and Premium, but that's just it. It doesn't offer a lot more while costing a LOT more. A decent Hotwheels customizer can custom-build a much better and sharper piece out of a standard HW cast. And we're just talking within Mattel here. RLC HWs costs 3-4x more than a nice looking, well made, good quality entry premium brand diecast nowadays like MiniGT or Tarmac's Global64. TLDR; RLC still not worth it no matter how much you compare it

[@hashbrown_8723]

Just buy the more premium quality diecast cars (MINI GT, kaido house, tarmac works, inno64 etc.), Although thery're like 15-20 bucks a car, they offer way more detail than you're basic hot wheels premium. Some even have removable parts or opening hoods in kaido house or any other premium brand that has it. Also, there is no sense of urgency to buy them as they aren't that popular as hot wheels cars. They're mainly made for display, not for reselling, so technically much better satisfaction value in my opinion.

[@yongling9825]

Oh man, you're pretty wrong about that. Over here in Malaysia, they're already becoming similar to Hot Wheels' situation. It's no longer easy to find what you want (especially if it's a hot model) at even RRP or close to it. I've seen a Mini GT Ford GT (MGT00249) scalped for about $26.83 (I forgot its RRP, but $13.41 still doesn't sound so pathetic).

[@Tom_Hadler]

I collect 1-43 scale and the prices can be high but they are proper models with high quality & accuracy, and usually now resin so excellent paint and no diecast rash. The price you pay is more but the quality and detail is way better than these hotwheels toys. They come with display case so you don't have to destroy the card packaging. Even when the models are rare and desirable the extra over retail will be maybe double, triple at most. Hotwheels have no real intrinsic value, it's all speculative. One day the bottom could fall out and they become almost worthless. Some people seem to collect 'hotwheels", rather than "model cars" but if they really liked cars they'd surely buy miniGT etc as you mention. They do loads of cool JDM stuff for cheaper than hotwheels after they're resold.

[@PlatinumNath]

​@@yongling9825 that's a specific condition in your country that'd mostly be scalper and importer fault. In other countries, what the OP say still applies - entry premium 1/64s are much more worth it and cheaper in the market.

[@yongling9825]

@@PlatinumNath Yes. I'm already at a point I don't want to buy marked up scale models unless there's absolutely no choice and it's something I want really badly. I've been looking at Hot Wheels vehicles less these days.

[@R26Roman]

​@@Tom_Hadler I agree with what you're saying it's getting more expensive to collect other brands now that everyone else is leaving Hot Wheels but I will say that it depends on what you collect because I personally love Hot Wheels variations and models some value isn't too important unless it's what's obstructing me to get what I want

[@pali_aha]

Your editing is supreme. I wish I had your skills. Regarding this blue Supra: it began selling at 9am California time. I ordered it at 9:07 am and Mattel said I had to wait 6 minutes. When my time came to check out and I pressed "pay", I was told _"SOLD OUT"._ This bad experience led me to the better quality Supras by the Hong Kong, China, Japan 1/64 companies.

[@Myah_shee]

id buy rlc if they sold them at stores because shipping is more expensive than the car

[@motov8-garage832]

Shippings around 5$.. The cars are 25-30$ each. What planet do you live on that shipping is more then 30$😅. I pay around 5$ and I live across the country from PA.

[@civicrider5556]

@@motov8-garage832 what if he lives outside US?

[@LAndreHM]

Not everyone lives in USA dude.

[@motov8-garage832]

@@civicrider5556 You’re absolutely right, I wasn’t thinking😅 I’ll admit that

[@civicrider5556]

@@motov8-garage832 appreciate your honesty

[@DrifterD]

That was a really entertaining video, enjoyed every bit of it! Perfectly describes my sentiments towards Hot Wheels RLCs which is why I stopped buying into their bullsh*t 💀 Instead of fixing the website's glitches, they beg collectors $100 for the "RLC overdrive" so that they can guarantee you a slot for the RLC If 1,000 bozos buy this Overdrive, that would make Hot Wheels an additional $100,000 already. It's ridiculous!

[@Lar.Real.Diecast]

Thanks a lot man, thanks for watching 👍👍😉

[@hardaway6711]

Im on the happy side of hotwheels, collect only what i like and what i can afford, rn looking forward to the audi quattro RLC, the hype on the supra was insane, but the QC issues from mattel is just insane.

[@rileyproctor5907]

The Supra I bought ended up getting was already off the card. And the semi I bought came with a bad tire. So far also my first try of RLC not worth the money

[@H80.]

The semi isnt part of RLC

[@rileyproctor5907]

@ it does not matter the quality was still crap

[@Josh_Quillan]

A gated buying experience like this is tailor-made for Mattel to take orders within a time period, then make that quantity +10%. It should be impossible for a preorder to be sold out. To be honest, I'd rather have cars that look like cars in the real world than cars that look like Christmas tree ornaments; spectraflame paint is much too gaudy and shiny.

[@Lar.Real.Diecast]

Its the paint

[@yongling9825]

​@@Lar.Real.Diecast Ever tried replicating Spectraflame paint yourself?

[@Lar.Real.Diecast]

not yet

[@jaamilmaalik8671]

Christmas 🎄 tree ortiments...lol that is funny. Your funny 😁

[@romriodemarco]

Hey Lars, I'm with you 1000% on this!! 😂👏🏾 I don't know whether to applaud you or cry over the spilt milk we never tasted😅. Still, it's a damn shame Mattel obviously has no intention of fixing this supply and demand problem that any decent salesman would do to maximize revenue. Sheesh, go figure! 🤷🏾‍♂️

[@drgruber57]

Hilarious!! Joo made a very funny veedeo! (But I had already heard what an impossible hassle getting an RLC was so I just get the pizza. Or maybe an M2 or Mini GT.)

[@stebesplace]

Batches, no. It's bad enough with Overdrive, and no numbering on these cars, so the whole program is devalued. Outside of JDM Skylines, it used to be easy to buy. With that said, I never recommend buying on your phone. Between glitches, and captcha, I can't imagine trying to do a timed, rush buy on something like this on my phone. Always do this on a Chrome browser (ideally) on a laptop (Mac or PC). When I started doing that, I had ZERO issues (other than my stupidity with Captcha) ordering cars. Also, with this latest 959 order, they upgraded/resolved several server issues so there shouldn't be load spiking that crashes the site. LOVE LOVE LOVE your video, can relate to every part.

[@OttoTheWeim]

I always use my phone and never have had an issue with the popular releases. Supra was the only one I bought this year but got all the ones I wanted last year.

[@jaamilmaalik8671]

Hi. So you know about rlc and how the site works when everyone is logged on. Here's my question. How do all these people know what rlc is coming out before it is released?

[@extremercbashers9975]

Overdrive is killing it

[@silversniper308]

Loved the video, made me laugh for sure. And you're right. I would rather pay mattel than the scalper. And anything above 25 is pushing it. For that, I would just get a tarmac or kado house .

[@Lar.Real.Diecast]

Or Pizza

[@yongling9825]

​@@Lar.Real.Diecast When in doubt, always use your favourite foods for comparison. 🤣 We can live without Hot Wheels, but not food.

[@Yourmission9]

We’ve all been there Lar! I’ve purchased all my RLC’s second hand and factory sealed, though I’m “smart” about it that I only do the bids, set my bid between 25-30, if I get outbid I don’t get it. That said I’ve got some awesome ones for that amount. Mattel doesn’t allocate enough resources for peak usage timeframes (when a new model drops), thus their site is like trying to navigate the internet circa dialup in the 90’s and your mom just picked up the phone to make a call

[@yongling9825]

What RLCs have you scored so far?

[@nismo2004]

I can't forget when I was crying for that RLC Blue GReddy Datsun Fairlady.Then,in 2023 I bought a Kaido House Datsun Widebody (even scored the chase version from the get-go) which is 1000 times better than the HW RLC.Personally,I really love Hot Wheels RLC,but they don't worth the price.The best option is to search for other brands.And one fact - sometimes you can't from the crazy prices.

[@RoarS89]

Kaido House, Mini GT, Inno64 and so on, so many other good high(er) quality options at a nicer pricepoint and availability than RLC.

[@rc67die-castcollector]

You just confirmed my decision to not buy RLC cars. Was a member at one time. But got extremely disappointed with them. Then that added the OD. To me it was a money grab so they could mass produce cars. Back in the day. RLC meant something. Today….its not about the members. It’s about money. And that’s fine. But RLC doesn’t give a crap about the members.

[@thibautdedoncker3370]

i got the latest supra RLC that they dropped, sadly during the trip towards the EU, the packaging got damaged (the plastic where the supra sits in got separated from the back card, no clue if its fixable)

[@internationaldiecastgarage]

This Video is Hilarious & Love your Video Editing Skills & Style! Rock on Brother! 💪🤠

[@Lar.Real.Diecast]

Thank you 🥹🥹

[@sobitasaha1554]

Where to get this in India? never seen anyone selling this RLC

[@Lar.Real.Diecast]

not sure if mattel sells in India

[@tacorifle9671]

This year I've been able to buy every single RLC I've wanted. I just missed the not wheels

[@Suprasumo93]

Prices are already dropping but yeah, not worth it. I got lucky to get one but I only did because my main focus is the Supra series but you can get, for much of a cheaper price, a bunch of other, better versions, if you want it. I would recommend looking at the A80 Supra from Mini GT, Hobby Japan, Autoworld and LCD Models. Honestly, even the Majorette one is more worth it.

[@PlatinumNath]

And this is why, any Hotwheels collectors that insist HW Premiums and RLC are the best/better premium choice not because of sentimental reasons or being a fan of Mattel or choice of cars that other brands dont have yet, without ever looking at other choices first... I tell them, just look elsewhere man, this ain't it. If you want a nice and detailed premium model for the same price that Premium HWs and RLC charges, Hotwheels isn't the answer unless you're in it for the sentimental and fanning over reason. For the price a RLC Supra Mk4 charges, you can get for way less a period correct stock Supra Mk4 casting with decently accurate scaling and detail, and also has good engine bay, from Autoworld. And if you want a true tuner-like one, just look over to MiniGT or Tarmac Works. And these are just entry premium brands I'm mentioning here, not including the big money top dog ones.

[@neyok3198]

Unfortunately, where I’m from, stores don’t restock shelves with new stuff often and most of them can be months or even a year behind on hot wheels. Stuff like auto world and tarmac works barely has good stuff on the shelf. Personally I’ll never pay what scalpers and rlc charge. But I know there’s people in the same situation that would shell out the same money for even a hot wheels they missed in store.

[@anthonyfxbb9040]

Which brand is the big money top dog?

[@qwerty975]

Any resin brands like error404 are top dog ones

[@PlatinumNath]

@@anthonyfxbb9040 Error404, higher end TimeMicro offerings (even if they're a bit fishy), PGM, Y.E.S (Yo Engine Start) - just a few of the many examples. Some cheaper brands can be considered high end too, like CM Models 1/64, newer Kyosho Beads stuff, or higher end LCD Models offerings.

[@R26Roman]

Honestly I never pay reselling prices but thats because I trade a lot. Also it helps that on the loose collector. There are some truth to what you're saying before though, I collect hot wheels because of the vast variations of casting and colors. No one else is making typhoons or 454 trucks or even all types of 911's Or else I would have gone inno64. But don't be fooled by high quality premium model companies. Hobby Japan has been known to have many issues and those go for it $30 a pop. Inno64 on occasion has also had issues. And don't get me started on tarmac works. No matter what you collect make sure you're enjoy it 😎🤟. I understand hot wheels aren't a high quality premium brand. But I enjoy the variations and the quality and the paint. Especially if I can find them at the initial cost of what they are worth in store.

[@ozoioi11]

I will admit that their quality control has been lacking bro my RLC supras card came damaged and the blister wasn’t glued together so I just opened it and had a play then put it back if you think it’s bad don’t worry I ain’t selling the thing it is an amazing hotwheels and it’s a brand new casting for the supra I mean look at that wing and front end + it opens the hood and has a targa top Although because of that blister issue your batch idea sounds amazing bro I really wish they would do that

[@Tom_Hadler]

So I went on reddit and RLC isn't enough... you have to join RLC overdrive club for $99 (per year?) to be able to automatically be able to buy every RLC release. The Supra waa sold out "pre-release" because it was desirable and nearly everyone who could, bought it in advance. Some bought to own, some to resell. If it was a "2 per customer" limit, who wouldn't buy 2 and resell one to cover the costs of membership and subsidise the cost of the model they're keeping?

[@Lar.Real.Diecast]

Im not that desperate to pay $99 for that...im actually regretting paying the $10 subscription because ill get tempted to buy more 😅😅

[@ohnostorm]

the supra was not sold out pre-release. I bought one on the day of the drop.

[@jogmas12]

Are the sELECTIONs RLC hot wheels popular with collectors like the up coming skyline GTR for 2024???? It’s made to order so it’s not a regular RLC drop

[@Lar.Real.Diecast]

Not all, like this video, i wanted the supra but i had to settle for the beetle which was available. Thanks for watching 🥰

[@Barney_the_Pufferfish]

2:01 this is so true mine is just with my model planes they are just like '' WHEN IS OUR NEW FREEEIND COOOOMING 😭''

[@JonToyCars]

Funny video, definitely not the experience for everyone, but is somewhat true :))))

[@d.d1252]

I gave up wanting rlc,never got one(second hand market),I just moved to other 1 64 brands like greenlight,mini gt etc

[@calisox395]

I was fortunate enough to get the Supra and 2 of the new Porsches with no issues or damage.

[@marcbaur677]

For $25 i would buy a Hobby Japan model of the Supra at Ali Express, 100 times better Quality than any Hot Wheels. 😃

[@furiouslycollecting]

Welcome to the RLC dream :)

[@howardalteisen2281]

I stick to my premium and customized mainline instead of waisting money on RLC😂😂

[@whiffyauto2108]

Tbh dude u probably glitched it out by putting it in ur cart before it was actually available (didn’t even know that could do that)

[@putraarimbawa9888]

Awful truth 😂😂😂

[@Lar.Real.Diecast]

Indeed

[@ryanc00p3r3]

RLC? nah, I would go Inno 64 instead or Hobby Japan, or better and cheap price, Mini GT and Pop Race.

[@271chrissy]

Spot on .....And a good comic,

[@djcrackpotgaming830]

I wanna point out so you understand why they go so fast Mattel made another subscription for U.S. resident only that is 99$ for a year but it garanty you every RLC that will come out all year

[@101380mozingo]

Great video man, really enjoying the content. Thank YOU!

[@MidnightCrisiz]

man, i think its better to customize a hotwheels and get that cool paint than buy one of the rlcs, or its just me

[@maebisko30]

Man you deserve more subs

[@torque-drive2488]

I got myself a lovely RLC Huayra R

[@Lar.Real.Diecast]

Niceeeeeee

[@FrancisMark-hu7fi]

IMO, your just paying for the brand Hot Wheels RLC. At that price point or "scalpers price" you can opt to other brands such as MiniGt, Tomica, Jada or whatever in cheaper price, for better quality and acurate details apart in scale but HW will always be the no.1 in popularity and of course it's a well known brand in diecast. Sadly they don't pay attention that much in second hand markets, once a toy for a child now adults are just making profits ruining the hobby and joy of it. BUMMER!

[@shubhakalyanmajumdar3637]

Rlc cars are getting shitier day by day... adding it to that our beloved bamley hyping everything

[@yongling9825]

Their RX-7 FD3S deserves to be laughed at. Pop Race's offers the following for only less than 15 USD retail: Much better details in the engine bay True-scale 1:64 RE-Amemiya exterior mods (perfect if you're an RE-Amemiya fan)

[@flt842]

Yeah... great plan Walter 😂 Okay, imagine, you bought a Supra, then what? It will be sitting on sheft and collecting dust, because, if you open it, it will cost nothing. 😂 ... to production cost of this model is near 2 - 3 bucks, right? Better spent that 100 bucks for fun, or educational stuff. Or, buy an RC Car, and go out and have some fun. DieCast collecting, I think is nonsense, sorry! I was searching for GranTurismo HotWheels series, and got pissed off to tears almost 😢 Better spent that money for my loving wife ❤

[@kidravenknight233]

It's Funny and cool video about diecast reality, I like it

[@Lar.Real.Diecast]

Thanks so much for watching 🥰🥰🥰

[@wryxbesik]

you deserved more subs men! XD

[@Lar.Real.Diecast]

🥰🥰🥰 one day ill reach 1 million..... Am i dilusional? Lol. Thanks man 🥹🥹

[@KoQuitlam88]

For over 90% is the same day on Ebay

[@kingbaaka3D]

i guess i will just 3D model and 3D print these cars.

[@Mahat70]

Spot on!

[@MrHateneds]

1st batch would be one car😂2nd batch 2 cars,3rd batch 3cars , batch 10 would be 100’000 cars at £600 each,still want it? Dafties will😂

[@Liam-j1n2y]

huh, thanks for the info

[@MUSTANGHUNTER]

Lmao this was so good

[@Lar.Real.Diecast]

Thank you again sir 🥹🥹🥹

[@jrex9197]

I'd take that VW all day over that Supra anyway. Nice pick up

[@Rocketman1583]

RLC is just a half rung over premium

[@HotWheelsATL]

😂😂😂 Very entertaining!

[@pokeytrucker5296]

I'd rather have the Volkswagen anyway, much better casting.

[@hotwheelcollector16]

Why pay mattel they are rich

[@H80.]

All of them are rich

[@dominicgreen115]

LMAO, so accurate!

[@AngelLopez-hc2df]

I don't collect RLC ❤ Toyota GR ♥️

[@njwtube]

What the awful truth is they are so cool and you want them so bad you would pay four times the price ? 😂

[@anthonyfxbb9040]

And yet everyone still buying RLC lol

[@thig2148]

Subbed

[@Carfanboi95]

Toyota soup broth

[@Lar.Real.Diecast]

🤣🤣🤣

[@bojcio]

so chiney!

[@Lar.Real.Diecast]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@Khanage911]

Mini gt>

[@MrHateneds]

Never need them

[@pishale]

I guess this happened to everyone at some point. Why get upset about it. If I have to get it from a scalper what’s the big deal. By the way your batches idea is the most awful thing that I have ever heard. If you could get what you like why bother getting something else.

[@yongling9825]

Buying from scalpers only encourages them to keep scalping, leaving no chance for actual collectors to buy what they truly like/love without resorting to scalped prices.

[@yongling9825]

Hot Wheels RLC purchasing in a nutshell. 🥲