Hot Wheels RLC x Daniel Arsham Eroded Deora II #1

The Hot Wheels Eroded Deora II, catalog number HPJ34, is a collectible model released as part of the Mattel Creations Collaboratory series in partnership with Daniel Arsham. This 1:64 scale replica is aimed at adult collectors—fans of art objects and classic Hot Wheels original castings—and stands as one of the most unusual models in the brand's history. It is more of a miniature sculpture than a toy car.

The Eroded Deora II casting was co-designed by Ethan Wood and Daniel Arsham and debuted in this specific 2023 series. The casting depicts the Deora II in a state of "erosion," with the body covered in sculpted, crystallized voids in vibrant hues, styled after the artist's signature work. The model features an "Arsham Bronze" patina finish, reflecting the look of metal weathered by time, and its body is crafted from Silkstone material, used in Mattel's most exclusive releases. The chassis and interior are made from raw ZAMAC, an unpainted zinc alloy, while the windows are finished in the same bronze tone as the body. The model rolls on bronze RRLW5 wheels—Real Riders with rubber tires—and includes removable surfboards. The country of manufacture is China.

The model was created in collaboration with Daniel Arsham, an American contemporary artist whose work operates within what he calls "fictional archaeology." His most recognizable pieces depict contemporary objects as corroded, excavated artifacts from the distant future, featuring exposed crystal inclusions. Applying this visual language to the Deora II—one of Hot Wheels' iconic original designs—makes this piece particularly compelling: it is the erosion not just of a classic car, but of a brand icon itself.

The Deora II is not a replica of a production car; it is an original Hot Wheels design, created as a sequel to the classic Deora from the brand's original 1968 "Sweet 16" lineup. The original Deora was a miniature custom pickup based on the American Dodge A100 van, featuring a shortened cab and surfboards on the truck bed. The Deora II took this same theme into a futuristic form and, in the early 2000s, was also built as a full-size show car—making it one of the few Hot Wheels designs to take the reverse path from toy model to real-life vehicle.

For the collector, the HPJ34 functions more as a collectible object than a toy car. Its sculptural finish, Silkstone body, patinated bronze aesthetic, removable surfboards, and highly limited distribution via Mattel Creations mean the model commands prices on the secondary market incomparable to standard releases.

FAQ

Does the Hot Wheels Eroded Deora II HPJ34 have moving parts?
Yes. The model is equipped with removable surfboards.

What is the body of this model made of?
The body is made of Silkstone material with an Arsham Bronze patina finish, while the base and interior are made of raw ZAMAC.

Does the Deora II have a real-life counterpart?
It is an original Hot Wheels design, not a replica of a production car. It references the classic Deora from the brand's 1968 original series, and a full-size show car was also built in the early 2000s.