Unique Hot Wheels Porsche Race Car Could Cost $600 or More

I've discussed many expensive Hot Wheels cars over the past few years. And it's common to see some that cost more than $1,000. For something that's 1/64th as big as a real car, that's a lot! A few months ago, I looked at some of the most inspiring custom diecast artists around and quickly realized that their unique works of art can easily cost $600 or more. With any luck, you can probably find an old car with that budget.

It has been a while since I checked out the Jakarta Diecast Project, and the last time, the team had just finalized a wide body, Silhouette Nissan Fairlady Z. In the past month, they've delivered four more projects, some more wild than others. Three Tarmac Works models included a Toyota HiAce Super Van, a Hilux Street Racer, and a Lancer Evo Wagon. And I'm sure Itasha fans appreciated their custom Suzuki kei car. That means their latest project marks the return to Mattel's Hot Wheels line-up of vehicles.

Historically speaking, RWB-inspired Porsches have always been a big hit among enthusiasts. We've only had a few officially licensed models from the diecast manufacturer, but things will be back on track soon. Until we dive into that topic, let's focus on the car at hand. Ryu Asada designed the '96 Porsche Carrera for the 2019 Nightburnerz Mainline series.

The Light Blue model in this video is the third iteration out of eight cars. It's decent enough, as it features detailed headlights and taillights. The white PR5 wheels are inferior to the Real Riders design, but you must also consider the associated cost. What's important to understand here is that even though the video is just under 24 minutes long, creating a custom diecast car can take several days.

Watching the artist at work is both inspirational and educational at the same time. Even if you're afraid of starting a project this complex, you can still learn how to wheel-swap your Hot Wheels car or even turn it into a ZAMAC if you prefer a different color. The good part is that you can get most or even all the parts you need straight from the box and then proceed to assembly.

For this Porsche, the artist even uses a Mazda RX-7 interior, a RWB rear spoiler, and ready-made mirrors for a more life-like look. The Gulf Livery could be tricky if you have not gained painting experience, but the result is worth the hard work and patience. I know I would love to have this car on display at home.