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2014 Hot Wheels '67 Chevelle SS 396 BFV57 — Collector Guide
What distinguishes this release?
2014 '67 Chevelle SS 396 (toy number BFV57) in Muscle Mania, with a Metalflake purple finish.
Official IdentificationManufacturer, model number, year and documented features for this release.
BFV57Catalog toy number
Reference photo
Official Identification
| Manufacturer | Mattel |
|---|---|
| Casting / model | '67 Chevelle SS 396 |
| Release year | 2014 |
| Toy / model number | BFV57 |
| Series / assortment | Muscle Mania |
| Body color | Metalflake purple |
| Wheels | PR5 |
| Base | Chrome / Chrome / Plastic |
| Country | Malaysia |
Variation SummaryHow this release fits among the recorded versions of the casting.
2010First documented release28Documented releases
Variation Summary
2014 '67 Chevelle SS 396 (toy number BFV57) appears in Muscle Mania, with a Metalflake purple finish.
Hot Wheels first released '67 Chevelle SS 396 in 2010; 28 releases are documented below.
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Notable Releases
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Casting History
Casting History
Brendon Vetuskey designed the casting, introduced in the 2010 New Models range. It represents the final model year of the first-generation Chevelle; early side stripes follow the optional RPO D96 sport-stripe treatment. Shared toy numbers and later recolors require finish, decoration and wheel comparison.
Physical DetailsBody finish, wheels, base and visible details recorded for this version.
PR5Documented wheelsChrome / Chrome / PlasticDocumented baseMalaysiaCountry marking
Physical Details
- Body / color: Metalflake purple
- Wheels: PR5
- Base: Chrome / Chrome / Plastic
- Country marking: Malaysia
- Tampo / decoration: Black stripes on sides, hood & trunk, GM flags on front fenders.
Packaging DetailsPackage style, assortment and included contents recorded for this release.
Packaging Details
Package: Muscle Mania. Compare the printed toy number with the release identity. Exact regional card artwork, production date stamp, and package condition are not established by the retrieved evidence.
Condition details and completed-sale research for collectors.
Notable ReleasesFamily context and exact record separation.
FAQAnswers to common collector identification questions.
Buying & Value — Full Guide
Buying & Value Guide
Compare this release with examples in similar condition. On a loose car, inspect paint, printed graphics and wheel wear. For a carded example, include card and blister condition and check that the package is complete.
Completed sales are the clearest guide when the model number, finish and package match.
'67 Chevelle SS 396 — Frequently Asked Questions
Collector FAQs
Which details separate one release from another?
Compare the casting name with the year, toy number, finish, graphics, wheels and package markings shown for that version.
Does the copyright year on the base always match the release year?
No. The base copyright can predate the year a particular color or package appeared. Use the release markings and packaging together.
What should I inspect on a loose example?
Check the paint, printed graphics, wheel faces and base for wear or damage. Those details help compare condition between examples.
What does the carded photograph show?
It documents the package design and the car as sold. Loose-car photos are shown separately when an exact view is available.
Collecting Terms, Sources & Model References
'67 Chevelle SS 396 collecting terms
Casting: the underlying model/tooling family, not just a color. Release: one issued version within that family. Decoration: the printed graphics and finish. Assortment code: a set or mix identifier that can differ from the individual car's item number.
Sources & model references
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