Hot Wheels RLC Ford GT40 Mk II Premium Die-Cast Collector Car
Hot Wheels RLC Ford GT40 Mk II Premium Die-Cast Collector Car
Celebrate one of endurance racing’s most recognizable machines with the Hot Wheels Red Line Club Ford GT40 Mk II. This premium 1:64-scale model wears the black number 2 livery inspired by the winning car from the Ford GT40’s historic 1966 Le Mans finish.
New tooling, Spectraflame True Black paint, a full-metal chassis, and Real Riders wheels give the model a premium appearance. Open the rear cowl to reveal its detailed 7.0-liter V8 engine.
Key Features
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Hot Wheels Red Line Club exclusive
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Ford GT40 Mk II casting
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1:64 scale
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New model tooling
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Spectraflame True Black finish
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Number 2 racing livery
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Functional opening rear cowl
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Detailed 7.0-liter V8 engine
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ZAMAC metal body
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Full-metal matte-black chassis
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Real Riders S/C wheels
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Rubber tires
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Light smoke-tinted windows
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Black interior
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Acrylic display case
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Decorated protective slipcover
1966 Racing-Inspired Design
The model recreates the visual identity of the number 2 Ford GT40 Mk II associated with Ford’s celebrated one-two-three finish at Le Mans in 1966. Its low profile, wide stance, racing graphics, and black finish capture the aggressive character of the original competition car.
This is a stylized 1:64 Hot Wheels interpretation rather than an exact full-size technical replica.
Opening Rear Cowl
A functional rear cowl lifts to expose the detailed engine compartment and representation of the GT40’s 7.0-liter V8.
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Open the cowl gently from the designated edge.
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Do not force it beyond its natural stopping point.
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Keep fingers away from hinges and delicate engine details.
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Close it carefully before returning the car to its case.
Premium Construction
The model combines:
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ZAMAC die-cast metal body
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Full-metal matte-black base
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Detailed plastic interior
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Smoke-tinted window insert
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Real Riders wheels with rubber tires
ZAMAC is a zinc-based metal alloy commonly used for die-cast vehicle bodies.
Spectraflame Finish
Spectraflame True Black paint provides a deep, glossy collector finish designed to emphasize the model’s sculpted surfaces. Appearance may change slightly under different lighting conditions.
Handle the car by solid lower-body areas to minimize fingerprints and protect the paint and graphics.
Display Packaging
The collector presentation includes:
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Clear acrylic display case
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Decorated slipcover
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Fitted presentation base
The acrylic case helps protect the car from dust and incidental contact. It is not described as airtight, UV resistant, or impact proof.
Product Specifications
| Specification | Details |
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| Brand | Hot Wheels |
| Collection | Red Line Club |
| Vehicle | Ford GT40 Mk II |
| Product type | Premium die-cast collector model |
| Scale | 1:64 |
| Body color | Spectraflame True Black |
| Racing number | 2 |
| Body material | ZAMAC metal |
| Chassis | Full metal, matte black |
| Rear cowl | Functional and opening |
| Engine detail | 7.0-liter V8 representation |
| Wheels | Real Riders S/C |
| Tires | Rubber |
| Window color | Super light smoke tint |
| Interior color | Black |
| Display case | Acrylic |
| Slipcover | Decorated |
| Recommended age | Not specified |
Collector Care
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Handle the model with clean, dry hands.
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Avoid touching painted and decorated surfaces unnecessarily.
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Open the rear cowl slowly and carefully.
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Keep the car inside its acrylic case when not being examined.
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Dust the case with a soft microfiber cloth.
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Avoid alcohol, solvents, and abrasive cleaners.
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Keep the model away from direct sunlight, heat, and high humidity.
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Do not stack heavy objects on the slipcover or acrylic case.
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Retain all packaging if completeness is important to the collection.
Collector Considerations
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RLC exclusivity does not guarantee future rarity or resale value.
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Market value depends on condition, production quantity, demand, and packaging completeness.
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Inspect the paint, graphics, wheels, cowl alignment, case, and slipcover upon receipt.
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Minor manufacturing variations can occur in die-cast models.
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Membership or purchase-limit conditions may have applied to the original sale but are not specified here.
Safety Information
The official recommended age is not provided in the supplied information.
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This model may contain small parts.
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Keep away from young children.
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Handle the opening cowl and detailed components carefully.
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Do not place the model or loose components in the mouth.
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Treat it as a collector item rather than a track or rough-play vehicle.
Frequently Asked Questions
What car does this model represent?
It represents the Ford GT40 Mk II in the black number 2 livery associated with the winning car at Le Mans in 1966.
What scale is it?
The model is 1:64 scale.
Does the rear section open?
Yes. The rear cowl opens to reveal a detailed engine compartment.
What engine is represented?
The model depicts the GT40 Mk II’s 7.0-liter V8.
Is the body metal?
Yes. It has a ZAMAC die-cast body and a full-metal chassis.
Does it have rubber tires?
Yes. It uses Real Riders S/C wheels with rubber tires.
What is Spectraflame True Black?
It is Hot Wheels’ premium glossy black paint treatment used on this RLC release.
Is a display case included?
Yes. The model comes in an acrylic display case with a decorated slipcover.
Is it designed for Hot Wheels track?
It is presented as a premium display collectible. Track compatibility and performance are not specified.
Is it guaranteed to appreciate in value?
No. Future collectible value cannot be guaranteed.