Hot Wheels is an emotion for every car enthusiast. It was invented by Elliot Handler and is introduced and owned by his company Mattel. Hot Wheels was initially made for children but became very popular with adults for their purpose of “COLLECTION” and for people who are fans of “limited edition“ models.
Hot Wheels also creates models of JDM (Japanese Domestic Market) cars . JDM cars provide you with everything from luxury sedans, race cars and drift motorsport vehicles as well. The best JDM cars outperform numerous current American muscle cars. Hot Wheels Created their first JDM car model in 1977. The model is: Datsun 280Z Nissan S30, also known as Z-whiz. It is a very rare and expensive Hot Wheels car, which can be seen to be sold for thousands of dollars.
So, here’s a list of the Top 10 JDM Hot Wheels cars ever made:
1. Fast and Furious: Toyota Supra (MK4)
The Toyota Supra is one of the most revered JDM classic car collectibles. Paul Walker and Vin diesel had a conversation in the first fast-and -furious movie, one of the sentences was “I owe you a 10-second vehicle”. He said it after wrecking one of the best JDM cars of all time, the Toyota Supra MK IV. This model was first produced in the year 2013 under the Debut Series HW City: Street Power. After this Toyota Supra also came out in 64 other versions as well.
2. Nissan Skyline GT-R
The legendary Skyline was first introduced in 1957. It originated as a 4 four-door luxury sedan, the Skyline began to evolve into a performance-bred sportscar over time.
Hot Wheels produced this model in the year 2019 under the Debut Series 33rd Annual Hot Wheels : Collectors Convention. They embedded it with a lot of details which gives it a very luxurious and premium feel.
3.Mazda RX-7
Mazda RX-7 is a very iconic car in its own right. It was launched in 1978. It was Mazda’s first mass-market sports car. Mazda RX-7 would go on to become the best-selling rotary powered vehicle in history.
Mazda is defined by its powerful rotary engine, joyful driving experience and its very lightweight design. It continues to fascinate the team at the Hiroshima-based carmaker. Hot Wheels produced this model in the year 2012 under the Debut Series: 2012 new models.
4. 2003 Honda NSX Type – R
2003 Honda NSX Type – R (first generation) is a 2 seater mid engine sports car. This car is a perfect balance of raw performance and daily driveability. In the early 1990s, Honda produced only a limited number of NSX – R variants.
The variants are made exclusively for the Japanese Domestic Market. Hot Wheels produced this model in the year 2020 under the Debut Series Fast & Furious: Quick Shifters.
5. Toyota AE86
Toyota AE86 is a small, front engine, rear driving car of the Fifth generation of corolla range. This car has a leading role in Initial D manga series.
It is also very popular among drifters and other people in the field of motorsport. Hot Wheels produced this model in the year 2020 under the Debut Series: Hot Wheels Boulevard.
6. LB Super Silhouette Nissan Silvia (S15)
LB Super Silhouette Nissan Silvia (S15)is a sports car which includes aggressive styling inside out. This car is a very rare offering. They produced only a limited number of units. Nissan produced S-15 as the final variant of their S series and last car with a true FR layout offered by Nissan. Hot Wheels produced this model in the year 2023 under the Debut Series: HW Turbo.
7. Subaru WRX STI
Subaru WRX STI provides a super turbocharged performance. This series has served the racing community for over 25 years. STI made a bold statement by breaking the 100,000km world speed record as well. Hot Wheels produced this model in the year 2012 under the Debut Series:2012 new models.
8. Nissan R390 GTI Custom Livery 1/64 Diecast
It is a racing car built to race under grand touring style rules. It’s Designer(s) are Tony Southgate, Ian Callum and Yutaka Hagiwara. Hot Wheels produced this model under the Debut Series: HW Turbo.
9. 90’s Honda Civic EF
90’s Honda Civic EF is a Sub compact automobile. Humirou Yoshikawa, Tsuyoshi Nishimura, Syuhei Ueda designed it in the year 1984. These cars are very popular and expensive because of the reliability and customization provided by the Honda Civics and Accords. Hot Wheels produced this model in the year 2014 under the Debut Series: HW City Night Burnerz.
10. Custom Honda Civic Red J
Honda serves its customers with modified and customised cars on demand. One such model is – Custom Honda Civic Red J. Hot Wheels produced this model in the year 2022 under the Debut Series: HW J-Imports.