MUNCLE MIKES COLLECTOR GUIDE
1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL — 2023 HNL27
Deep red paint and bright wheels give the oxblood 300 SL a very different look from the olive car. This photo shows it with the doors closed, so the shape and panel gaps are easy to compare.
- Release year
- 2023
- Series
- RLC Exclusive
- Toy code
- HNL27
- Body color
- Spectraflame oxblood
Official Identification
| Manufacturer | Mattel |
|---|---|
| Brand | Hot Wheels |
| Casting/model | 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL — 2023 HNL27 |
| Release year | 2023 |
| Series | RLC Exclusive |
| Toy/product code | HNL27 |
| Scale | Not documented in the reviewed references |
Physical Details
| Body color | Spectraflame oxblood |
|---|---|
| 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 | HNL27 |
| Regional differences | Not documented in the reviewed references |
What to look for
HNL27 is the 2023 RLC release. The rear plate reads RED HOT, a useful small detail when comparing photos of similar red models.
Release details
| Body | Spectraflame oxblood |
|---|---|
| Rear plate | RED HOT |
| Opening feature | Gullwing doors |
Variation Summary
Choosing one for your collection
Check the door edges, mirror and bright bumpers. Request an open-door photo too, so the hinges and interior are part of the inspection.
The paint can shift from dark burgundy to bright red under strong lighting. Compare the finish in more than one photograph.
Collector questions
What should the rear plate say?
The HNL27 oxblood release carries RED HOT on its rear plate. Check it together with the paint and wheel style.
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Browse MM’s loose Hot Wheels and finished customs for more cars to add to your display. These are broader collections; check each shop listing for its exact model, scale and condition.
