Hot Wheels x MONCLER RLC Mercedes-Benz Project G-class by NIGO #1

The Hot Wheels Mercedes-Benz Project G-Class Past II Future, catalog number JGK31, is a collector’s model released as part of the Mattel Creations Collaboratory series, in partnership between Hot Wheels, Mercedes-Benz, and the brand Moncler. This 1:64 scale replica is aimed at adult collectors—fans of the G-Class and enthusiasts of art cars—and is distinguished from a standard toy car by its metal base, rubber tires, and removable roof.

The casting was co-designed by Ethan Wood of Mattel and NIGO, and it made its debut in this series in 2025. The casting was first revealed in October 2024 as a 3D print. The model features a two-tone gray and green finish, with detailed prints for the headlights, taillights, and trim, "MONCLER" lettering on the spare tire cover, and a "PAST II FUTURE" license plate. The base is black metal, the windows are clear, the interior is black, and the gold roll cage is clearly visible once the roof is removed. The model rolls on ORRRBL10SP wheels, which are off-road Real Riders with rubber tires. It is manufactured in China. A certificate of authenticity is included.

The model replicates a one-of-a-kind Mercedes-Benz G-Class designed by Japanese fashion designer NIGO as an art piece. NIGO is the founder of the A Bathing Ape brand and one of the most influential figures in global streetwear over the last three decades; his designs have long been created at the intersection of clothing, art, and collector culture. The presence of the Moncler logo on the body links this vehicle to the Italian fashion house with which NIGO collaborated, making the model more of a design collectible than a typical toy car.

The design is based on the Mercedes-Benz G-Class, which has been in continuous production since 1979. The car was originally developed as a utility and military vehicle, built on a ladder frame with four-wheel drive and three locking differentials—a combination that still makes it one of the most capable off-road vehicles on the market today. Its angular silhouette, virtually unchanged for decades, has become its greatest market asset: the G-Class has transformed from a work vehicle into a luxury status symbol without losing its original capabilities.

For the collector, the JGK31 is in a different league than standard Hot Wheels releases. The triple collaboration, the removable roof with a gold roll cage, the certificate of authenticity, and the very limited distribution through Mattel Creations mean that the model functions as a true collector's item and immediately commands high prices on the secondary market.

FAQ

Does the Hot Wheels Project G-Class JGK31 have moving parts?
Yes. The model’s roof is removable, which reveals the interior with a gold roll cage.

Who designed this model?
The casting was co-created by Ethan Wood of Mattel and Japanese fashion designer NIGO.

Does the model have rubber tires?
Yes. It rolls on ORRRBL10SP wheels, which are off-road Real Riders with rubber tires, and it has a black, metal base.