Hot Wheels Complete Casting List of Cars - 1973
Hot Wheels Castings - 1973
The 1973 Hot Wheels lineup continued the Redline era with reissues, fantasy castings, muscle cars, trucks, and iconic designs carried forward from earlier years. This page is the complete collector index with color summaries, ID cues, and direct links to full 1973 casting guides.
Why 1973 Hot Wheels Matter
The 1973 lineup is a blend of returning favorites, retooled classics, and late-era Redline castings. Many 1973 models were produced in lower quantities, making high-grade examples harder to find. This year also marks the final stretch of the true Redline wheel era.
Key 1973 Redline Features
- Reissues of popular castings from 1968-1972
- Late-era fantasy designs and muscle cars
- Lower production numbers compared to earlier years
- Transitional styling leading into the 1974-1977 era
Variation-Driven Value
Rare Spectraflame shades, interior variations, and tampo differences can significantly affect value. Many 1973 castings are condition-sensitive due to large flat surfaces and exposed edges.
How to Identify a True 1973 Redline
1. Wheels
1973 wheels retain the metal hub + red stripe design, though some castings show late-era tooling changes.
2. Base Markings
Many 1973 castings include updated Mattel copyright text and revised country stamps.
3. Paint
Spectraflame finishes remain translucent - repaints appear thick or opaque.
4. Series Cues
Many 1973 castings are reissues or carryovers from earlier years with subtle differences.
Complete 1973 Hot Wheels Casting List
Click any title to open the full collector guide.
| Title | Year | Colors (summary) |
|---|---|---|
| Classic Cord | 1973 | Vintage styling; metallic finishes |
| S'Cool Bus | 1973 | Drag bus; bright metallics |
| Olds 442 | 1973 | Muscle metallics; bold tones |
| Grass Hopper | 1973 | Bright metallics; novelty design |
| Hairy Hauler | 1973 | Truck styling; bold metallics |
| Cockney Cab | 1973 | Taxi styling; bright metallics |
| AMX/2 | 1973 | Spectraflame metallics; bold tones |
| Sugar Caddy | 1973 | Luxury fantasy; metallics |
| Racer Rig | 1973 | Transporter; metallic finishes |
| Scooper | 1973 | Compact fantasy; metallics |
| Waste Wagon | 1973 | Utility fantasy; bright tones |
| Strip Teaser | 1973 | Drag styling; bright tones |
| Mutt Mobile | 1973 | Dog-themed fantasy; bright tones |
| Rocket-Bye-Baby | 1973 | Rocket fantasy; bright tones |
| Ice 'T' | 1973 | Show rod; bright metallics |
| Crew Car | 1973 | Utility metallics; work graphics |
| Bye-Focal | 1973 | Dual-engine fantasy; bright tones |
| T-4-2 | 1973 | Compact fantasy; bright tones |
| Jet Threat | 1973 | Jet-powered fantasy; metallics |
| Short Order | 1973 | Burger-themed fantasy; bright tones |
| The Hood | 1973 | Muscle fantasy; bold tones |
| Noodle Head | 1973 | Wild fantasy; bright metallics |
| Snorkel | 1973 | Fire truck; utility tones |
| Evil Weevil | 1973 | Drag styling; bold metallics |
| Fuel Tanker | 1973 | Utility truck; metallic tones |
| Team Trailer | 1973 | Transporter; metallics |
| Bugeye | 1973 | Bright metallics; novelty styling |
| Special Delivery | 1973 | Van styling; metallic finishes |
| Six Shooter | 1973 | Six-engine fantasy; metallics |
| What-4 | 1973 | Four-engine fantasy; metallics |
| Snake Rail Dragster | 1973 | Dragster; bold graphics |
| Dump Truck | 1973 | Heavyweights; utility colors |
| Whip Creamer | 1973 | Futuristic metallics; bold colors |
| Power Pad | 1973 | Utility metallics; bright tones |
| Cement Mixer | 1973 | Heavyweights; work colors |
| Moving Van | 1973 | Heavyweights; utility tones |
| Mod Quad | 1973 | Bright metallics; twin engines |
| Tow Truck | 1973 | Heavyweights; utility colors |
| Fire Engine | 1973 | Heavyweights; red, white |
| Ambulance | 1973 | Heavyweights; utility colors |
| Peeping Bomb | 1973 | Bright metallics; novelty design |
| Tri-Baby | 1973 | Three-engine fantasy; bright tones |
| Mantis | 1973 | Futuristic metallics |
| Porsche 917 | 1973 | White, blue; racing graphics |
| Jack "Rabbit" Special | 1973 | Bright metallics; show graphics |
| Swingin' Wing | 1973 | Aero metallics; bright tones |
| Carabo | 1973 | Exotic metallics; lime, blue |
| Light My Firebird | 1973 | Spectraflame reds, blues |
| Mighty Maverick | 1973 | Muscle metallics; stripe tampo |
| Seasider | 1973 | Boat carrier; metallics |
| Ferrari 312P | 1973 | Red, white; racing tampo |
| Snake | 1973 | Drag graphics; bold colors |
| TNT-Bird | 1973 | Bright metallics; stripe tampo |
| Heavy Chevy | 1973 | Muscle metallics; stripe tampo |
| Nitty Gritty Kitty | 1973 | Muscle metallics; stripe tampo |
| Paddy Wagon | 1973 | Police graphics; metallics |
| Sand Crab | 1973 | Beach tones; bright metallics |
| Classic Nomad | 1973 | Spectraflame reds, blues |
| The Demon | 1973 | Muscle metallics; bold tones |
| Mongoose | 1973 | Drag graphics; bold colors |
| Red Baron | 1973 | Iconic helmet design; metallics |
| King 'Kuda | 1973 | Muscle metallics; bold tones |
| Maserati Mistral | 1973 | European exotic; metallic finishes |
| Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow | 1973 | Luxury metallics; refined styling |
| Mercedes-Benz 280SL | 1973 | European classic; metallic tones |
| Custom Police Cruiser | 1973 | Police graphics; metallic finishes |
| Volkswagen Beach Bomb | 1973 | Surf styling; bright tones |
| Custom Charger | 1973 | Muscle metallics; bold colors |
| Custom AMX | 1973 | Muscle styling; metallic finishes |
| Custom Continental Mark III | 1973 | Luxury metallics; refined tones |
| Shelby Turbine | 1973 | Turbine racer; metallic finishes |
| Brabham Repco F1 | 1973 | F1 styling; racing graphics |
| Indy Eagle | 1973 | Indy racer; metallic tones |
| Lotus Turbine | 1973 | Turbine racer; bright colors |
| Splittin' Image | 1973 | Twin-body fantasy; metallics |
| Turbofire | 1973 | Futuristic metallics; bold tones |
| Torero | 1973 | Exotic styling; metallic finishes |
| Twin Mill | 1973 | Iconic twin-engine; bright tones |
| Chaparral 2G | 1973 | Race car; white, red |
| Ford Mark IV | 1973 | Race styling; metallic tones |
| McLaren M6A | 1973 | Race car; orange, white |
| Alive 55 | 1973 | Spectraflame colors; bold graphics |
| Lola GT70 | 1973 | Race styling; metallic finishes |
| Classic '57 T-Bird | 1973 | Vintage styling; metallic tones |
| Classic '36 Ford Coupe | 1973 | Vintage metallics; bold colors |
| Classic '31 Ford Woody | 1973 | Woodie styling; metallic finishes |
| Classic '32 Ford Vicky | 1973 | Vintage metallics; bright tones |
| Double Header | 1973 | Twin-engine fantasy; metallics |
| Sweet 16 II | 1973 | Updated classic; bright tones |
1973 Hot Wheels FAQ
Are 1973 Hot Wheels valuable
Yes - especially late-era Redlines, fantasy castings, and low-production reissues.
Which 1973 castings are most iconic
Alive 55, Sweet 16 II, Double Header, Red Baron, Twin Mill, and Porsche 917.
How to spot a repaint
Look for thick paint, overspray, incorrect wheels, or soft base stamping.