Hot Wheels RLC Porsche 959 #1

The Hot Wheels Porsche 959 with catalog number HWF35 is a collectible model released for the 38th Annual Hot Wheels Collectors Convention, as the 2/3 item in the convention set. This 1:64 scale replica is aimed at adult collectors and fans of classic Porsches, and it is distinguished from a standard toy car by its metal base, rubber tires, and opening engine cover. The production run for this release was limited to 6,200 pieces.

The Porsche 959 casting was designed by Brendon Vetuskey and debuted in 2023 as part of the RLC Exclusive series under number HGK85. The base of the casting is labeled "Porsche 959 (1986)," and during the development phase, the casting was referred to as the 1986 Porsche 959. It features an opening engine cover that reveals a detailed engine bay.

The 2024 HWF35 version is finished in yellow. Decorations include detailed headlights, taillights, engine, and trim, "PORSCHE" lettering along with the Hot Wheels logo on the sides, the Porsche crest on the hood, the 38th Annual Collectors Convention emblem on the spoiler, and a rear license plate reading "CALI * 24." The base is black metal, the windows have a slightly tinted shade, and the interior is black. The model rolls on grey RR10SP wheels, which are 10-spoke Real Riders with rubber tires. The country of manufacture is China.

The inspiration for this model is the Porsche 959, a high-performance sports car produced from 1986 to 1993. Designed by Helmuth Bott, the car was intended to combine extreme performance with comfort and everyday usability. It was originally developed as a Group B rally car, but those plans were abandoned after the regulations were abolished. It is powered by a 2.8-liter twin-turbocharged 959/50 boxer engine producing approximately 450 hp, paired with a six-speed manual transmission and all-wheel drive. At the time of its release, the 959 was the fastest street-legal production car in the world. Only 345 units were built, and their value today exceeds one million dollars.

For a collector, the HWF35 is an item with clearly defined scarcity: convention models are produced in very limited runs and are sold exclusively to convention attendees or through related channels. Combined with the opening engine cover and Real Riders rubber tires, this makes it one of the most sought-after versions of this casting.

FAQ

How many Hot Wheels Porsche 959 HWF35 units were produced?
The production run for this release was 6,200 pieces.

Does the model have any opening parts?
Yes. It features an opening engine cover, under which the drivetrain details are replicated.

On what occasion was this model released?
It was created for the 38th Annual Hot Wheels Collectors Convention and is the 2/3 item in the convention set.