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’69 COPO Camaro — Casting Info & Complete Collector’s Guide
The Hot Wheels ’69 COPO Camaro casting debuted in 2020 as GML22. Six documented releases show how one casting moves across Hot Wheels id, HW Speed Graphics, Muscle Mania, and the 2026 Pantone assortment. The codes matter: GRY44 and GTD68 are different 2021 cars, while HCV68 and HCX82 are the red and yellow 2022 versions.
Overview
Start with the product code and package series, then compare the body color and printed graphics. GML22 identifies the shared casting across the releases; it does not identify one specific color or issue.
Casting Info
| Manufacturer | Mattel · Hot Wheels |
|---|---|
| Casting | ’69 COPO Camaro |
| Casting reference | GML22 |
| Debut | 2020 · Hot Wheels id: Factory Fresh |
| Documented releases | 6 variations, 2020–2026 |
| Scale | 1:64 |
| Designer | Phil Riehlman |
How to Identify the Casting and Releases
The shared COPO body is the starting point. Use release code, year, color, and series marking to identify the individual version. The most easily confused pair is GRY44 (blue-green Falken/TEIN mainline) and GTD68 (blue Spectraflame ID chase).
Photo Gallery: All Six Loose Releases
Compare the loose castings together to see the differences in color and decoration. Each image links to its release guide, which includes the package reference and identification details.
Hot Wheels id: Factory Fresh 2/4
HW Speed Graphics 6/10
Hot Wheels id: Chase Series 5/8
Muscle Mania 2/10
Muscle Mania 2/10
Sunset Race 5/6
Variation Summary
| Year / code | Series placement | Release details |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 GML22 | Hot Wheels id: Factory Fresh 2/4 | 1:64 · green Spectraflame · Hot Wheels id Factory Fresh 2/4 |
| 2021 GRY44 | HW Speed Graphics 6/10 | 1:64 · Falken and TEIN graphics · #170/250 · HW Speed Graphics 6/10 |
| 2021 GTD68 | Hot Wheels id: Chase Series 5/8 | 1:64 · blue Spectraflame · ID Chase Series 5/8 |
| 2022 HCV68 | Muscle Mania 2/10 | 1:64 · red · Muscle Mania 2/10 · #193/250 |
| 2022 HCX82 | Muscle Mania 2/10 | 1:64 · yellow · Muscle Mania 2/10 · #193/250 |
| 2026 JKY50 | Sunset Race 5/6 | 1:64 · orange · Sunset Race 5/6 · Pantone assortment |
Physical Details
All six entries use the same 1:64 COPO Camaro casting. Color, graphics, and release packaging change from issue to issue. Inspect the body, windows, wheels, base, and printed details on the exact car being documented; do not transfer details between versions based only on the shared GML22 number.
Packaging Details
Packaging separates the ID issues, the numbered mainlines, the 2022 Muscle Mania pair, and the 2026 Sunset Race/Pantone release. The series positions are not product codes: for example, GRY44 is 6/10 and GTD68 is 5/8.
Casting History
The ’69 COPO Camaro first appeared in Hot Wheels in 2020. The documented family returns in 2021 for two blue-themed but distinct releases, in 2022 for red and yellow Muscle Mania versions, and in 2026 as orange JKY50 in Sunset Race.
Value Research
Compare only the same product code and release, and keep loose and carded examples in separate comparisons. Condition, tampo wear, package state, and completeness matter. No unsupported price range is assigned here.
Every Casting Variation
The GML22 casting appears in six documented releases. The 2021 blue cars are separate products: GRY44 is the Speed Graphics mainline and GTD68 is the ID chase. The 2022 red and yellow cars share a series slot but have separate product codes.
Open the ’69 COPO Camaro Casting Info & Complete Collector’s Guide
Collector FAQs
What does GML22 mean?
GML22 is the casting reference used across this family. Each release still needs its own year, product code, color, and series match.
How many COPO Camaro variations are covered?
This guide covers six cataloged releases, from the 2020 GML22 debut through 2026 JKY50.
Which two releases are easiest to confuse?
The 2021 GRY44 mainline and GTD68 ID chase share a blue/green palette. Their Falken/TEIN mainline graphics, product codes, and package series distinguish them.
Are HCV68 and HCX82 different castings?
No. They are red and yellow releases using the same GML22 casting and 2022 Muscle Mania slot.
How should a collector compare values?
Match the exact product code, series, color, condition, and packaging before comparing completed sales.
Sources & References
Hot Wheels Collector’s Garage release records; Hot Wheels Collectors Newsletter casting catalog; Muncle Mikes release archive. Loose release photographs: HW Collectors Garage, shown for casting identification.