Hot Wheels PREMIUM Car Culture Mercedes-Benz 190E 2.5-16 MOMO

The Hot Wheels Mercedes-Benz 190 E 2.5-16, catalog number FYN61, is a collector’s model from the Premium line, released in the Car Culture: Open Track series as item 2/5. This 1:64 scale replica is aimed at adult collectors and fans of German youngtimers and touring car racing who expect a metal base, rubber tires, and detailed printing.

The Mercedes-Benz 190 E 2.5-16 casting was designed by Mark Jones and debuted in 2017 in the Car Culture: Modern Classics series under number DWH66. The 2019 FYN61 version features a red paint job and racing livery: race number "88", MOMO logos, and a range of body details. The base is black and metal, the windows are clear, and the interior is black with a yellow roll cage, which is clearly visible through the glazing and stands as one of the most distinctive features of this release. The model rolls on gray RRA wheels, or Real Riders AeroDisc—solid discs with rubber tires, typical for touring cars of that era. The country of manufacture is Thailand.

The livery pays tribute to the Italian brand MOMO, founded by Gianpiero Moretti and known primarily for its steering wheels, rims, and racing accessories. MOMO has been present in motorsport for decades both as a supplier and a team sponsor, and its logo is a classic piece of racing iconography. Combined with the red paint, race number, and yellow roll cage, this gives the model the appearance of a dedicated track car rather than a standard road-going version.

The prototype is the Mercedes-Benz 190 E 2.5-16, a sport-oriented variant of the compact W201 model developed in collaboration with the British company Cosworth. It was powered by a short-stroke, 2.5-liter, four-cylinder M102 engine with a 16-valve head, delivering power to the rear axle. The most radical version was the Evolution II, produced between 1990 and 1991, featuring an aerodynamic package designed by Professor Richard Läpple of the University of Stuttgart—complete with a large, adjustable wing and a rear window spoiler tested in a wind tunnel. The car was created as a base for competition in the German DTM series and is still considered one of the most iconic representatives of that racing era today.

For collectors, the FYN61 is considered one of the highest-rated pieces in the entire Open Track series. The red paint, MOMO licensing, yellow roll cage, and gray RRA wheels create a combination that cannot be mistaken for any other release of this casting—and premium W201 models have maintained high prices on the secondary market for years.

FAQ

Does the Hot Wheels Mercedes-Benz 190 E 2.5-16 FYN61 have rubber tires?
Yes. The model runs on gray RRA (Real Riders AeroDisc) wheels with rubber tires and features a metal base.

What makes the interior of this model stand out?
The interior is black but equipped with a yellow roll cage, which is highly visible through the clear windows.

Which position in the series does this model hold?
It is item 2/5 in the 2019 Hot Wheels Car Culture: Open Track series.