MUNCLE MIKES COLLECTOR GUIDE
1971 De Tomaso Mangusta — 2023 HNL22
The green HNL22 Mangusta trades the earlier car’s simple decoration for number 23 panels, a black front section, and large De Tomaso side lettering. Gold wheel hubs add another point of contrast against the light green finish.
- Release year
- 2023
- Series
- Red Line Club
- Toy code
- HNL22
- Body color
- Spectraflame light green
Variation Summary
This exact release belongs to the casting family linked below. Compare its color, graphics, wheels, toy code and packaging with the companion records before assigning a variation.
Official Identification
| Manufacturer | Mattel |
|---|---|
| Brand | Hot Wheels |
| Casting/model | 1971 De Tomaso Mangusta — 2023 HNL22 |
| Release year | 2023 |
| Series | Red Line Club |
| Toy/product code | HNL22 |
| Scale | Not documented in the reviewed references |
Physical Details
| Body color | Spectraflame light green |
|---|---|
| Documented identification cues | Use the exact reference photograph and the release details below |
| Base, interior, windows and country | Not fully documented in the reviewed references unless stated elsewhere on this page |
Packaging Details
| Release format | Use the pictured release and caption; original package details remain unknown when the photograph shows the car loose |
|---|---|
| Toy / product code | HNL22 |
| Regional differences | Not documented in the reviewed references |
The Mangusta’s split rear engine covers
HNL22 is the 2023 Spectraflame light green RLC release. It has opening gull-wing engine covers, Real Riders racing wheels with gold-painted hubs, and a matte black metal chassis. The pictured presentation includes an acrylic case and decorative outer box.
Release details
| Finish | Spectraflame light green |
|---|---|
| Racing number | 23 |
| Wheel hubs | Gold painted |
| Chassis | Matte black metal |
This release and its companion
Choosing one for your collection
Inspect the white number panels and De Tomaso side lettering for rubbed printing. The black front section can hide fine marks in a dim photograph, so ask for a clear overhead view as well as both sides.
Check both engine covers closed, then open. Their small edges are easy to catch during handling. For a boxed display, confirm the green outer box and clear case are included and inspect each for damage separately.
Collector questions
Is the green number 23 car a recolor of the orange release?
It is another release of the Mangusta casting, with substantial decoration changes: green paint, a black front, number panels, side lettering, and gold wheel hubs.
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