Hot Wheels ’67 Camaro 3913 (1983 Mainline): Casting Info & Complete Collector’s Guide

Casting Info: 1983 Mainline

The red 1983 issue was the first Hot Wheels release of Larry Wood’s ’67 Camaro casting. Its opening hood reveals the engine detail beneath. The model represents a first-generation Chevrolet Camaro: 1967 is the car’s model year, while 1983 is the Hot Wheels release year.

The flame decoration runs along the sides around the small “67 Camaro” lettering. Clear glazing and a black interior complete the original red-and-blackwall combination.

Variation Summary

Two origins are recorded for the red 3913: Hong Kong and Malaysia. The cars share the same red paint and flame decoration; the country stamped on the underside distinguishes the documented base versions.

The lime-colored 1983 anniversary Camaro is a different issue. Its black roof and lack of the red car’s flame graphics distinguish it from this mainline release.

Other releases in this casting family:

• 1991 California Custom 2103
• 1995 ’67 Camaro Treasure Hunt
• 1983 Anniversary Camaro · set 5709

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Physical Details

The unpainted metal base forms the bright grille, bumpers and exposed engine beneath the opening hood. The wheels are blackwalls: black plastic tires with bright centers and no red sidewall stripe. These should not be confused with the rubber-tired wheels fitted to later collector releases.

The hood edge, windshield pillars and roof corners are exposed wear points. On the sides, paint loss can interrupt the thin flame outline or remove the Camaro lettering. The pictured example has visible wear; bare metal on it is not a separate factory color.

Packaging Details

The original 1983 New Model card identifies the car as the ’67 Camaro, No. 3913. Its blister holds the red flame release shown here; the country of manufacture is marked separately on the car’s base.

For a carded example, judge the card and blister separately from the car. Creases, price labels, fading and cracks affect the package; paint loss or a loose hood hinge affects the casting. The copyright molded into the base dates the tooling, not the sale of an individual car.