Hot Wheels RLC 94 Honda NSX #1

The Hot Wheels '94 Honda NSX with catalog number JJY73 is a collectible model released as an RLC Exclusive, available solely through the Red Line Club. This 1:64 scale replica is aimed at adult collectors and fans of Japanese automotive culture, distinguishing itself from standard toy cars with its metal base, rubber tires, Spectraflame paint, and—most importantly—functional lighting.

The 1994 NSX casting was designed by Brendon Vetuskey and debuted in 2023 in the RLC Exclusive series under number HGK81. The casting was created as a replica of the private Honda NSX belonging to Hot Wheels designer Ryu Asada; the project was originally intended for him to complete, but Brendon Vetuskey finished it in his honor. The model features working headlights and taillights powered by a built-in 3.7V lithium-polymer battery, which is charged via a micro USB cable—a full charge takes about an hour. When the battery is low, the headlights flash; they pulse slowly while charging and turn off once fully charged. Due to the electronics, the casting has only a partially detailed interior, with the rest flattened to accommodate the components.

The 2026 version, JJY73, is a modified casting finished in Spectraflame Otto Blue—a translucent blue applied directly over polished metal, reserved for the brand's most exclusive releases. Decorations include detailed front marker lights and reflectors, as well as a Hot Wheels license plate reading "LIT NSX." The base is matte black metal, the windows have a tinted shade, and the interior is black. The model rolls on gray RR10SPM wheels, which are ten-spoke Real Riders with rubber tires. The country of manufacture is China.

The prototype is the Honda NSX—a high-performance, mid-engine sports car offered starting in 1990. It was powered by a naturally aspirated V6 engine with a VTEC system, delivering power to the rear axle, and its body and chassis were made entirely of aluminum, marking a world-first for a production car. The NSX was developed with the assumption that a supercar could be reliable and usable every day, and it forced a change in standards across the entire segment. Ayrton Senna assisted in refining the suspension and chassis stiffness.

For collectors, the JJY73 is among the most extraordinary models Hot Wheels has ever released. Functional lighting in 1:64 scale is a practically unprecedented feature, and combined with the Spectraflame paint, Real Riders rubber tires, and distribution limited to the Red Line Club, it makes this one of the most sought-after items in the brand's lineup.

FAQ

Does the Hot Wheels '94 Honda NSX JJY73 have working lights?
Yes. The model features working headlights and taillights powered by a built-in 3.7V lithium-polymer battery.

How is this model charged?
The battery is charged via a micro USB cable; a full charge takes about an hour. During charging, the headlights pulse slowly and turn off once complete.

Why is the interior of the model only partially detailed?
Because the electronics and battery are housed within the body—part of the interior had to be flattened to make room for them.