COLLECTOR GUIDE
2021 Hot Wheels Deora III GRY53 — Black | MM-303928
What distinguishes this release?
2021 Deora III (toy number GRY53) in 2021 HW Getaways 3/5; 070/250, with a Black finish.
Official IdentificationManufacturer, model number, year and documented features for this release.
GRY53Catalog toy number
Reference photo
Official Identification
| Manufacturer | Mattel |
|---|---|
| Casting / model | Deora III |
| Release year | 2021 |
| Toy / model number | GRY53 |
| Series / assortment | 2021 HW Getaways 3/5; 070/250 |
| Body color | Black |
| Wheels | Gray tires, red RA6 |
| Base | Red plastic |
| Country | Malaysia |
Variation SummaryHow this release fits among the recorded versions of the casting.
2019First documented release12Documented releases
Variation Summary
2021 Deora III (toy number GRY53) appears in 2021 HW Getaways 3/5; 070/250, with a Black finish.
Hot Wheels first released Deora III in 2019; 12 releases are documented below.
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Notable Releases
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Casting History
Casting History
Mark Jones designed the Deora III for its 2019 Rod Squad debut. The third-generation beach cruiser portrays electric propulsion, beach seats, two surfboards and an e-bike. Sixteen triangles in the base reference the original 1968 Hot Wheels lineup. It is a distinct tooling from the 1968 Deora and Nathan Proch's 2000 Deora II. Interior and bicycle colors change by release; wheel and country details must be matched to the exact SKU.
Physical DetailsBody finish, wheels, base and visible details recorded for this version.
Gray tires, red RA6Documented wheelsRed plasticDocumented baseMalaysiaCountry marking
Physical Details
- Body / color: Black
- Wheels: Gray tires, red RA6
- Base: Red plastic
- Country marking: Malaysia
- Tampo / decoration: Red, yellow and white zigzags, number 1 and Hot Wheels logo
Packaging DetailsPackage style, assortment and included contents recorded for this release.
Packaging Details
Package: Single vehicle blister card; regional card design and suffix not independently verified.
Condition details and completed-sale research for collectors.
Notable ReleasesFamily context and exact record separation.
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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.
Deora III — 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
Deora III 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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