As a kid, we used to bend the wheels down intentionally because if you could get a car to ride on just the outside edge of the wheels, It would eliminate some of the friction, and they were considerably faster on a piece of flex track.

Nice restoration 👍

I am no expert but that looks convincingly original to me. I like the effort to not alter in a restoration like this.

Love the zinc plating process, really makes the difference overall. Outstanding results as usual. Thanks for another awesome demonstration.

Another work of art. You are making many people think twice about paying $200.00-$400.0 for a vintage mint.

Damn fine looking car. Your videos never disappoint.

This car is one of my favorites that you've shared. That red looks incredible.

I've watched this one before, but it never gets old. There is something about a red Corvette. Great work.

Finally I come across a restoration that matches the redline wheel trim, and a gorgeous Stingray at that! Today is a good day.

This was the first HW's model I owned.. Here in the UK They seemed rare and exotic... I used to spin the wheels and time how long they ran for with a stopwatch.. 🤔..Wow, the 10yr old me really knew how to have a wild time...😂👍 Great channel...

SU-------PERB!!! I love that you are aiming to get as close to the original finish on your redline restores. There's something about that '68 spectra that just says hotwheels. Thanks for another stellar video Sir. I'm sure I speak for us all when I say we never ever get tired of your presentation and innovation

My father taught me cars, from back in the day when you could start swapping a motor out in the morning and drive it later that evening. I always enjoyed the paint/body work more than engines, but these days have no method or means to work on full size vehicles. I do believe you've given me the inspiration to do paint and body work on scale cars. How perfect is it, a few hours here, a few hours there, blood sweat and tears, all in the palm of your hand. Appreciate the work you put into these videos, not only fun to watch but inspirational as well.

I've never watched this type of video before but I gotta say it was a very fast 7 minutes. The level of detail and thought you put into every single aspect of the restoration was amazing. Like how you're careful not to make it too perfect for historical accuracy. Quality stuff man good work.

Sweet little red Corvette! Man, who woulda thunk I’d be addicted to a soft-spoken video series about tiny car restorations? I am completely addicted. Great stuff!

I love how the old cars had suspension. I recently bought one of the HWC Original 16 cars (1967 Barracuda) and was amazed by how much better the cars use to be!

The restoration adds more value than I expected. I can see why though because it gives collectors the opportunity to own an original 1968 car that they might not be able to own otherwise, especially not in amazing condition!

I usually do plastic model kits but I might give this a go. It looks very rewarding.

I don’t normally comment but this is one of my favourite results from the many of your videos I’ve watched. Beautiful.

I’m hoping that you stay around and keep making videos of your restorations. I miss our friends at Die-cast Resurrection. I enjoy all of you guys.

Really good job on restoring that 'Vette! The results look really beautiful!! You know, I wouldn't be surprised if anyone who got a C3 Corvette new in 1968 also got a Hot Wheels Custom Corvette that was the same color as the real Corvette they got from the dealership!!

I really like this one and how you are trying to restore it to the way it came out from the factory. Yeah, this car would been stunning to have all the imperfections removed, but I like it better this way. This is how we remembered them.

Omg ..what a hot lil red Corvette! Great job! As always ! 👍👍

Looks great 👍🏼 Thanks for making the time to get more vids out there - always a fascinating watch.

Wheels curling down is a real conundrum. Many of my early cars had that, and I never pulled them down as a kid. I still have all my original 16's, unrestored, as played with. Wish i still had them in the packages. I was 8 when Hot Wheels were released. Ironically, my very first one is in the best shape, a gold Mustang. Great video, Thanks.

Again, excellent. Good to see retro stuff being rejuvenated.

Great restoration of a sweet car!

That is soooo cool. I love watching your videos because I learn so much history of the cars you restore

Red Corvettes are always loved and the rear camber issues are true to the real deal lol Nice work!

It's so satisfying to see these little cars get restored back to their prime. Excellent video as always!

Love watching all of your work. Thanks for posting

"Kids bent the axle down i guess idk thoose things keep me up at night" that phrase made my day lol , great video as always really like this corvette, when child i had one similar on blue although a new realese from 2000

I think that is the best you've done ever! I like the other ones, but I really love this restoration!! Awesome!

I have watched all your videos, still dont believe how satisfying your videos are, love em all

Absolutely stunning,gorgeous colour,well done.

I love your restoration videos! I’ve been binge watching them a lot these past few days.

Just a note of FYI I am a collector from way back, I bought this model new when it came out as did lot of my friends. I still have it and it's near perfect still. You did a fantastic job! Nice work. But I think I can shead so light on a question you had. You asked about the wheels being bent down on some cars. At the time there was some magazines "cartoons" and "hotrod cartoons" they were like mad magazine but about cars. When they would draw a car in motion to show it's power it would be raised in the front and the wheels bent in together we as boys tried to emulate that so we bent them down. Keep up the good work and thank you. Rick

Absolutely gorgeous restoration!!

I cant thank u enough for uploading more often, I love watching educational videos and from my experience of playing with hot wheels I always tried to customize them, I never was really good at it but now I am thanks to you❤

That zinc plating is a game changer on top of finding the sweet spot. Keep it up!

Bless you and your channel. This Vette looks amazing.

Another excellent build and that red I personally think is perfect, nice clean look to the car . Brilliant job.

Wow , what a great restoration job. The vette looks amazing. Well done

Very successful restoration! Love the color, the reflections from light shining on it make it look soooooo good.

"Its just something that keeps me up at night"😄 Good restoration man

Beautiful job. The red really makes it.

What a perfect restoration. What a beautyfull colour. This corvette is a masterpiece. Definitly.

Looking amazing, thank you for sharing your story. God bless you and your family

You do amazing work on these redlines. 👍

Gorgeous, as always. Great job

Great job, that car is stunning!

Very nice - great job as always. Thanks for sharing!

Great vid,,,,I live in England so I grew up with Matchbox/Corgi/Husky,,,Mattel weren't so popular until 80s here,now I'm in luv with them,,,I collect modern Hotwheels and get some from swap meets,,,but watching your vid's on the Holly grail of these cars Redlines is pure eye candy,, Thanx for a great vid and wishing you,family followers a great week,,,,

That car is drop dead gorgeous... you are amazing!

I have a red corvette that needs attention. I got the red Spectraflame from the RedLine shop and I am looking forward to a time when I can give it as much attention as you have, even including the zinc plating. Thank you for another superb video!

Beautiful restoration. I really like the zinc plating.

Beautiful job!! This is next level stuff!

Fantastic restoration looks great 👍

Another fantastic car. I really enjoy seeing your work.

Gotta be honest I never knew this was a hobby at all tell I found this channel. And now I'm hooked

Beautiful resto!!!!

my god that was beautiful. i love the detail you give. Brilliant

One again another amazing resto! Nice one man

It‘s looking Great! You put so much time in your projects and they turn out as well as this one. Thank you for this content.

Thank you including some pricing info. I know I’ve been overpaying a little for the older cars. It’s nice to have an expert opinion provide a realistic price range. Beautiful work, as always 👍🏻

Amazing work as always! 👌👌

Amazing work. Master level.

Turned out gorgeous! Love the red.

Came out looking great bud! Beautiful Red!

Excellent work. Love it.

That came out really nice!

amazing work as always!

I think the fact that you went with the fresh off the card look instead of the usual better than original look makes this a master level restoration. It really looks brand new. Factory flaws & all! I bet your videos have inspired lots of people to pick up this hobby. Sure got me hooked on it! Lol! Still gotta get a new camera so I can make some proper videos though.Also gotta make me an electro-polish/plating setup too. Soon...

Awesome looking corvette ! A+

Beautiful restoration! So entertaining

Just fantastic - as always!

Master class as usual ,great videos.

Outstanding work especially on this one in particular looks like you just got it out of the package

Impressive restoration! It is so shiny!

Outstanding work as always!

Just awesome indeed... Therapeutic, watching your videos.

Awesome restoration of an iconic Hot Wheel car!

another great video . very informative .thanks .car looks amazing .

I personally feel all corvettes should be red. So this restoration is awesome!

brilliant end result and another great save!

Wonderfull !! A big detailed finish. Like new!!

Beautiful restoration!! As the originals! Congrats! 👍🏻👍🏻

Incredible restauration, congratulations

This is like how it’s made, I love this channel

Wow 😮 came out Flawless!!!! Awesome work thanks for sharing 😍👌🏼

Very Cool looking and another awesome restoration Sir.

Stunning restoration.

Great job on the carI like listening to you I like listening to you say how you're doing the job to me that's really pretty interesting hearing your voice and watching you go through the most I want some good videos

Enjoy your videos so much. Thanks for making them.

Awesome! The wheels bending down is very true, my Olds 442 has a front wheel bent down.

Man, there's just something about the Stingray isn't there? The curves and lines that are almost like an updated art deco aesthetic, it's slightly organic form makes it kind of look like a living creature more than a machine, powerful but also compact and nimble, it's a beautiful little car, and it's a real joy to see a master like you at his work. And you just gotta love that rich, glossy gorgeous paint job, really great work as always.

Beautiful! and good job!

Awesome restoration

That red looks awesome!

I love these videos. Great work as always man. I subscribed. Keep up the awesome work!