The 25 Coolest Hot Wheels Porsche Cars

And that's about it. If I can convince myself to do this, I'll happily keep the 911s and RX-7s. And I've already shown you the coolest Hot Wheels Mazda castings in a previous story. So, I thought it would be nice to go down the Porsche route this time. Frankly, I didn't realize how big of a topic I was delving into.

I started with some questions: how many Hot Wheels Porsche castings are there? After dealing with that, how many variations of those castings have made it to the market? Which were Treasure Hunt, Super Treasure Hunt, or RLC machines? With that in mind, you can start discovering the rarer models, how expensive these tiny cars can be, and which ones are the coolest to add to your collection.

You should know that the first-ever Hot Wheels Porsche appeared in 1970, a replica of the race-going 917. Mattel produced the vast majority of this casting's variations for the next decade: just under 40! Interestingly enough, a retooled version showed up almost 30 years later in 2011. But it only survived for three more variations. But today, I will not examine every casting for a good reason.

I opted to select the 25 Coolest Hot Wheels Porsche Cars. And that means 27 castings didn't make it on this list. And that answers one of my first questions: Mattel has 52 Porsche castings in its Hot Wheels portfolio. Making these choices was challenging, and I could've easily included another five cars. And other collectors might have organized things differently.

These 25 cars reflect my preferences, and I've mostly opted for newer castings, as they feel better executed to me. A complete collection of all the Porsches in part one of this story would require purchasing around 330 items, give or take. Alongside the 917, the P-911 and 959 designs were some of the most prolific ones, with 41 and 51 iterations. There is even a Treasure Hunt version of the 959, which came out in 2013.

It's also worth mentioning that the 356A Outlaw will not be on this extended list, which has a Super Treasure Hunt variation dating back to 2021. At first glance, there are three RLC-exclusive castings to look out for, but I'll tell you more about some of them in a minute. We shall be scratching the surface regarding Hot Wheels Porsches today, but this should still be an excellent guide for you to use on your collecting adventure.

1. Porsche 550 Spyder

You should know that I've arranged the castings in this list chronologically. That means the Porsche 550 Spyder is the oldest one here. Larry Wood designed this one, and it came out in 1999. I still remember how exciting it was to drive this thing in Need for Speed: Porsche and how fast it was compared to the 356s of its day. The First Edition model was part of the Porsche 50th Anniversary 4-car set, alongside Mattel's old 930 Turbo casting in red, the 917K in blue, and the 1998 Boxster in yellow.

I've seen this set going from $150 to as much as $500, depending on where you look for it. At least you get four items for that price. And we're still getting warmed up. In 2000, Mattel released two more variations of the 550 Spyder, which would also be the final ones. Both had a metal base and Real Riders wheels, just like the 1999 model. Coincidentally or not, they were part of a series called Cool Collectibles, which had each car packaged in an individual acrylic case. The market value for either one of the two cars can range from $30 to over $200, depending on who you ask. You will probably love that this casting featured moving parts, allowing you to glimpse the rear-mounted engine.

2. Porsche 911 GT1-98

Years before I fell in love with the Porsche 962, I was in awe of the 911 GT1. If I remember correctly, it was the fastest vehicle in NFS: Porsche. Not only that, but it looked more like a fighter jet than a simple vehicle. I came face to face with it at the Essen Motorshow in 2013, and it's a sight to see with your own eyes. I like to take it around the Nordschleife in Assetto Corsa occasionally, and it's still amazingly fast after over 20 years. Mark Jones designed the Hot Wheels 911 GT1-98 casting, first appearing in the 1999 First Editions series.

It featured a white finish, with magenta, orange, and black accents, and Wire Spoke wheels. Until 2010, the company created nine variations of this casting, and most collectors would say the final one was also the best. It was part of the Speed Machines series, featuring special Gold CM6 wheels. There are no decals here, just a simple, white finish as if it were almost a street-going version instead. Unsurprisingly, this final edition is the most expensive, with some asking for as much as $150. All the other variations put together will only cost half of that amount.

3. Porsche 917K

1998 was a good year for Hot Wheels Porsche enthusiasts: Mattel launched six different castings for them within a 12-month timespan. Larry Wood designed the 917K race car, and just like the 550 Spyder, this too featured an opening rear hatch. Oh, those were good times for diecast enthusiasts, indeed. All three initial variations had a metal base and Real Riders wheels to make things even better. The retooled version came out in 2005, and then there was silence. Collectors had to wait until 2013 when an exceptional model arrived: the HWC Gulf Racing 917K.

Mattel produced 4,000 units of that model, which explains why some are listed for as much as $1,000 on eBay. Even a loose one might cost $300, which is insane. I got my first 917K in 2015 when the Walmart-exclusive Porsche series appeared. And I still regret selling them all a few years later. After another premium release that same year, another one followed suit in 2020 with the Iconic Racers Collector set. And that's the last we've heard about the Porsche 917K casting.

4. Porsche 930 Turbo

The first production turbocharged Porsche 911 hit the market almost 50 years ago. But it had only been around for about 25 years when Mattel came up with its 1/64th-scale replica of the 930 Turbo. This differs from the casting we discussed in our recent Boulevard story, so stick around if you want to learn more about it. This casting was short-lived, having spawned four variations between 1999 to 2003. They all had a metal base and Real Riders wheels, so this is certainly different from your ordinary, boring mainline machine here.

The opening rear section was probably the best part, and it's a shame you have to buy an RLC model these days to get that level of attention. If I had to choose one variation, I'd go with the yellow one from the 100% Preffered: Motor Trend Magazine series. The same overly enthusiastic seller from Japan is asking about $200 for one of these cars, but you can still get them for $70 or less. Meanwhile, someone has a 930 Turbo from Larry Wood's collection, and he's asking $2,000 for that model.

5. Porsche Carrera GT

I don't know what happened between 1999 and 2006, but Mattel didn't develop any new Porsche castings. But coming up with a 1/64th-scale version of the Carrera GT was a good first step. The car had been around for less than two years but was already quite popular due to its V10 engine and overall design. Phil Riehlman designed the tiny Carrera GT, which debuted in the 2006 First Editions series in Metalflake Silver. After several forgettable iterations over the next few years, it graduated to the Speed Machines series in 2010.

The not-quite-premium but a not-quite-basic line of cars produced two variations of the Carrera GT, both using CM6 wheels. Mattel went with Pearl Yellow and Pearl White for these two machines, and the latter one seems to have a higher market value. Some listings have it at just under $500, while the yellow version will only set you back around $80. It was all downhill from there for this casting: no premium model, no TH, no STH, nothing. The last time we saw it back in stores was in 2017, with 20 variations to collect in total. The strangest part is that this is the only Carrera GT casting in the Hot Wheels portfolio. Indeed, a Car Culture or Boulevard release is long overdue for a car this iconic.

6. Porsche Cayman S

To this day, the Cayman S is the only Porsche I have ever driven, which makes me sad. At least I went all out in it, driving it around my local racetrack. But we're here to talk about something else today. Phil Riehlman designed the Hot Wheels version of the Cayman S for its 2007 debut. It was a basic release with a plastic base, Metalflake Silver finish, and Open-Hole 5-spoke wheels. The first and only highlight of this casting's career was its Speed Machines appearance in 2010 and 2011. Online offers have these two listed for anywhere between $40 to $160.

All the other variations will be much more accessible than that despite being over a dozen in number. The last one came out in 2022, and I wouldn't be surprised if Mattel decides to pull the plug on this casting. After all, people are excited about the new 718 Cayman GT4. But with only one simple example on the market, we'll have to wait and see how good future models will be. As for the Cayman S, I like the 2017 Multipack Exclusive model in Metalflake Red- it was the first time the diecast manufacturer used ten-spoke wheels on this model.

7. Porsche 911 GT2

John Violette designed the Porsche 911 GT2 casting for its 2010 New Models debut. Even without Spectraflame paint or Real Riders wheels, this thing looked better than most Mainline models. Just like with the Cayman S, this casting's moment of glory was appearing in Speed Machines in 2012. Mattel used black and orange for both the body and the CM6 wheels to make this tiny car stand out from the crowd. Despite not being a Premium design, it can still fetch more than $200 given the right conditions.

There are 18 variations of this casting to get if you want a complete collection, and it's strange that starting in 2017, they were all Multipack Exclusive models. I am happy to have found the most recent one, in black and gray, and I'm seriously considering getting them all under the same roof. And at least one or two variations, such as the Walmart-exclusive one in yellow, might cost more than $50 apiece.

8. Porsche 911 GT3 RS

The Porsche 911 GT3 RS debuted with the 2011 New Models series, featuring a Metalflake Steel Blue finish and red PR5 wheels. Fraser Campbell designed this tiny version of a GT3 RS with 21 iterations to collect. Mattel integrated the rear wing into the casting in 2015, slightly improving the car's look. A ZAMAC version came out that same year, but the best was yet to come. That's because, in 2016, it graduated to Premium as part of the second-ever Car Culture mix called Euro Style. It had severe competition then, as there was another Porsche in the pack, but more on that further down the line. The new GT3 RS featured a Pearl White finish with an Urban Outlaw livery and Real Riders Larry Wood 5-Spoke wheels.

It's not the most admirable variation of this casting you can buy, but it was still a good step forward. A second Premium appeared in 2017 as part of the Replica Entertainment: Forza Motorsport mix. The 2022 Car Culture: Deutschland Design was good in Sky Blue with contrasting Real Riders 5-spoke Modern Wheels. But a quick look at the market will reveal that the latest iteration of the GT3 RS is the rarest and most expensive one. Mattel launched the NFT Garage in 2022, when the world was still wild about non-fungible tokens. The GT3 RS graduated to NFTH status in 2023, which means people could redeem the token for a physical version of the car. With 1,500 units available, it's no wonder this can cost between $400 to $2,400, depending on where you'll get it.

9. Porsche 935/78

If you're starting a Hot Wheels Porsche collection, you can't go wrong with the 935/78. Jun Imai designed this casting for its Hot Wheels Racing: Road Racer debut over a decade ago. This First Edition had all the right attributes to make it a winner: a metal base, a Metalflake Silver finish with a nice and straightforward livery, and Real Riders wheels. Coming across this model might be difficult, which explains why the only listing on eBay has a Buy It Now price of $227. If you love vintage Hot Wheels, look for the 2013 Flying Customs variation in Metalflake Orange.

I'm not fond of the Black Wall wheels, but I'd still buy this item in a heartbeat. I bought my first 935/78 in 2015 when Mattel came up with the Porsche series, but I ended up selling it several years later. I skipped the Premium Car Culture: Track Day release in 2016 but bought the Race Day variation the following year. I sadly sold this one, too, but it helped get my RX-7 back on the road. The diecast manufacturer last used this casting in the 2019 Silhouettes series when it competed closely with another unique Porsche.

10. Porsche 993 GT2

We're not even halfway through this list, and we've already seen a lot of awesome Porsches, not to mention some costly ones at that. But hold on to your wallets because there are still more to come. I'm willing to bet that 50% of all Hot Wheels enthusiasts will tell you that the 993 GT2 is the best Porsche casting ever. I agree with that statement, as I also have three variations. Jun Imai designed this for its 2013 Boulevard debut, which is widely regarded as one of the most emblematic yet. The yellow GT2 looked fantastic rolling around on Real Riders 10-spoke wheels, and this item can be worth more than most RLCs. I've even seen it listed for over $400, while a loose one still costs $200.

Mattel began releasing cheaper variations in 2014, but those were almost as good despite having a plastic base and regular wheels. But 2016 was the best year for the 993 GT2 casting. First, it graduated to Super Treasure Hunt level, with a Spectraflame Dark Blue finish and Orange Real Riders Exotics wheels. Then, we saw the special RLC release in Gulf Powder Blue with Firestone-branded Real Riders 8-spoke wheels. Reportedly, there are only 6,000 units, and one can sell for as much as $1,000 today. As if that wasn't enough, the 993 GT2 also appeared in Car Culture that year, and we've had nine more variations since that moment. You can spend as much as $2,000 to buy all the existing variations at the rates these items sell for.

11. Porsche 934 Turbo RSR

Ryu Asada designed dozens and dozens of Hot Wheels castings before sadly passing away in March of 2021. And the 934 Turbo RSR is one of many Porsches in his portfolio. This casting appeared in 2014 in the HW City: Planet Heroes series. It featured a plain Orange finish and Wire Spoke wheels and has captivated HW collectors since day one. The 2016 Toy Fair release is arguably the most special variant of the casting: it had a metal base, Chrome Gold paint job, and Double 7-Spoke Real Riders wheels.

This item could quickly sell for around $1,000 five years ago. Today, it has gone up to $2,500 and shows no signs of slowing down. If this doesn't ruin your plans to own the 934 Turbo RSR collection, then you must know that one variation was part of a special Mattel Indonesia Employee Exclusive 2-pack. I haven't seen one for sale in all these years of collecting. There are 13 iterations out there that you can find relatively quickly, so at least there's that.

12. Porsche 911 GT3 RS (2016)
Here is the second 911 GT3 RS on our list today, but Dmitriy Shakhmatov designed this one. It first appeared in HW Exotics in 2016, and I am a big fan of the 2017 variation in Birch Green. 2018 was a good year for this casting, with a Walmart-Zamac variation and an Employee exclusive iteration later. The 2019 Mainline item in Metalflake Purple lost a lot of fans due to the hideous TRAP5 wheels, but the Super Treasure Hunt version was infinitely better.

With a Spectraflame Purple finish and Real Riders 10-spoke wheels, this might be one of the best STH models of all time, and you can still get it for around $100. The 2021 Factory 500 HP was excellent in yellow but still not as impressive as the 2021 Replica Entertainment Premium iteration. Mattel even used the GT3 RS in the iD series in 2021, and sensible offers revolve around $50. There are 15 variations of the 911 GT3 RS if you want all of them, but nothing interesting has come out since the iD release, except for a few basic items.

13. Porsche 964

The Porsche 964 is a Premium-exclusive casting with only three iterations produced between 2016 and 2021. Mark Jones designed this for its Car Culture: Track Day release, with an Urban Outlaw-inspired livery and Real Riders 8-spoke wheels. In 2017, the 964 moved on to Modern Classics, with a more straightforward design with primarily black and red accents.

The car was sitting on Real Riders Aero wheels this time, further emphasizing the classic look. The most recent appearance was in Boulevard, with a Metalflake Olive Green finish, tan stripes, and Larry Wood 5-spoke wheels. You should not mistake this casting for its RLC sibling, which we'll get to in a few minutes. Price-wise, you can get away with spending only $100 for all three variations.

14. Porsche 356 Speedster

This isn't Mattel's first 356 casting, but I am more fond of this one than the 356A Outlaw version. There are several premium variations and a Super Treasure Hunt version of the tiny Magnus Walker-inspired machine, but the Speedster is pretty cool, too. With three iterations launched between 2017 and 2022, it's also rarer. The First Edition was a Forza Motorsport model featuring a Light Blue finish and Slotted Real Riders wheels.

This iteration can sell for up to $150 (if you ask some of the more greedy sellers), more than the other two cars combined. I mean three cars, as the second variation was a Team Transport release, packed with the Volkswagen Transporter T1 Pickup. As for the latest version, this was a Kroger Mail-in special, with a Spectraflame Blue finish and yellow Real Riders 8-spoke wheels.

15. Porsche 934.5

Maybe it's just me, but the best Hot Wheels Porsches are racecar replicas. Just look at the 934.5; it seems like a 930 on steroids! This casting is Ryu Asada's work, first appearing in Factory Fresh in 2017. I still have the first three variations in my collection, and I bought the 2020 Car Culture Premium release recently, too. The 2018 Super Treasure Hunt iteration in Spectraflame Aqua has eluded me so far, and judging by the price, I don't think I will buy one soon.

A carded one can range from $170 to $400, while loose models are cheaper at $80. I'd still be thrilled to have the ZAMAC or Ultra Hots model. And if you've been reading my previous stories, you know by now that there's also a Legends Tour Team Transport model to look out for. You could snatch one up for less than $50.

16. Porsche 962

I still remember the day I first took delivery of the Hot Wheels Porsche 962 from Car Culture: Race Day. I was stunned at how heavy it was due to having a metal base. And this further fuelled my obsession with the classic '80s race car. Real Riders Aero wheels have been the standard for the 962 for most of its lifespan, except for the 2018 Team Transport Momo model, which had 10-spoke rims.

There are seven variations of the casting to collect, all of which are Premium machines. You'll find two iterations wearing Advan liveries and two others in Team Transport. The Shell 962 is one of my most prized possessions, and I'm keen on having them all under the same roof someday, with only five more to go. If you start buying them all today, you're looking at a budget of $200 to $300 for a complete collection.

17. '71 Porsche 911

Ryu Asada collaborated with Jun Imai on designing the '71 Porsche 911 casting. The first three variations all appeared in the Nightburnerz series, sporting an Urban Outlaw livery but with mixed colors. Two Premium variations emerged in 2020 as part of the Car Culture: Door Slammers series, displaying the same theme. The Target Mail-in special from 2021 had one of the most incredible color combos of any '71 Porsche 911s, featuring a Spectraflame Aqua Green finish with white, yellow, and orange stripes.

We've only seen three more relatively boring designs since that moment, although I'm sure FAO Schwarz fans will disagree. Still, I can't help but mention the most recent iteration, which only a few people will ever enjoy. Mattel built 650 units of a Convention edition of this Porsche, and someone is already trying to get $650. Go figure.

18. Porsche 918 Spyder (2018)

Jun Imai designed the first Porsche 918 Spyder for Hot Wheels, but that casting only survived between 2013 and 2015. After four Mainline iterations, the project was scrapped, and collectors were left wondering what had happened. But with a car this iconic, Mattel brought back a second design in 2018, this time under the supervision of Ryu Asada. It debuted in Factory Fresh, with two variations for the first year alone.

In 2020, it rose to the rank of Super Treasure Hunt, featuring a Spectraflame Blue paint job and Modern Concave Real Riders Wheels. You can buy one for just $50, which is exceptionally cheap for an STH. The iD model is even cheaper than that, showing that the 918 Spyder has yet to have time to garner such a massive following as the 911 has. And that may be why we have yet to see this casting in Premium.

19. Porsche 964 RLC

Having a Red Line Club-exclusive model in your collection is always good. These are usually rarer and more valuable than other cars. The 964 is Mattel's first exclusive Hot Wheels Porsche RLC casting, one of only three. Brendon Vetuskey designed this machine, which has already had two iterations coming out in 2019. The most significant difference between the two was their packaging.

As usual, one came inside a blister card, while the other was inside a box with a Magnus Walker figurine accompanying it. Production was limited to 10,000 units per variation, so expect to pay some serious cash to get them. You're looking at anywhere between $200 to $600 for one of these collectibles, and I wonder how much more expensive they'll be ten years from now. If you like the 964 RLC, you should know that another version is coming up soon, which is the best one yet.

20. RWB Porsche 930

If you think about tuned Porsches, what's the first model that comes to mind? Is it a Singer? A Ruff? Or is it the Japanese RWB? While the first two companies might have built some of the best Porsches, their cars are also some of the most expensive. That's not to say anyone can build or buy a RWB 911. But the younger generation is more fond of Nakai-san's flamboyant style. The RLC-exclusive RWB 930 can sell for as much as $400, and there's only one variation to get. By comparison, it's easier to get the Premium RWB 930, but only by a little.

Jun Imai designed this casting, and there are only two iterations to get for a complete collection. The first is a Matte Black model from Car Culture: Silhouettes, which can sell anywhere between $50 and $270. I would argue that Purple is a much more suitable color for an exotic car like this, and that's just what Team Transport brought along in 2020. This one is also slightly more affordable, with prices between $60 to $120. It's rather strange that Mattel has yet to produce a new model since 2020, as I'm sure people would buy these in a heartbeat, regardless of whether it would be a Premium or a Mainline model.

21. Porsche 944 Turbo

I was wondering whether I should have or shouldn't have included the 944 Turbo in this list. But I thought it would bring a fresh breath of air with all the 911 castings here. I remember enjoying tuning and driving one in NFS: Porsche, but I've never aspired to own one. That might sound strange, given the resemblance to my FC RX-7, but the only Porsche I want is a 911. Ryu Asada designed this casting, and apparently, the doctor treating his cancer drove one of these cars. The First Edition featured a red paint job and PR5 wheels, and it's still one of the best mainline variations to get.

If your bank account allows it, the 2023 Toy Fair edition in Spectraflame Orange can set you back as much as $800. But few people will ever be able to brag about having one of these in their collection. The 2023 Car Culture: Canyon Warriors might be just as good for the more casual collector. I just wish Mattel would give us a more detailed perspective of the pop-up headlights on this car (and the FC RX-7) in the future.

22. Porsche 935 (2022)

I skipped over five different castings before choosing this one. Those are the Porsche 914 Safari, the Porsche 959 (1986), the RLC version of the RWB 930, the Porsche 935 (2021), and the Porsche Taycan Turbo S. I would certainly love to own the latter as a daily, but for this exercise, we'll stick to replicas of Porsches that still count on an internal combustion engine to move around. The 2019 935 is one of the most expensive Porsche money can buy, and having a 1/64th-scale replica of it is the closest some of us will ever get to owning one.

The first relatively special version came out in 2022: it was a Target-exclusive Red Edition. But that pales compared to the 2023 Super Treasure Hunt in Spectraflame Blue. When we thought things couldn't improve for this casting, Mattel used it in Car Culture: Race Day. And one of the two iterations was the Chase version for that mix. Want to guess how much one of those goes for? $100 sounds fair, but some people ask for as much as $500. This might be the right time to start a new collection; as rumors have it, two more iterations are coming soon.

23. Porsche 911 GT3

We're down to this list's final three Hot Wheels Porsche castings. Many collectors felt the 911 GT3 was one of the best models in Mainline this year. Lindsey Lee designed this one, which features plenty of details for an entry-level Hot Wheels model. I bought both first releases but have yet to find the Speed Machines set. It's almost sentimental to see the casting in this series, given how many HW Porsches have rolled on CM6 wheels before.

Even better, Mattel chose the 911 GT3 as the Chase model for the Speed Machines series, but I wonder if we'll ever see Mix 2 of it. Collectors want Real Riders wheels, and the old Co-molded design won't do it for them. The black Chase model can set you back around $100, but the other iterations won't be as expensive.

24. Porsche 911 Carrera RS 2.7

When collectors discovered Mattel was creating a replica of the iconic 911 Carrera RS 2.7, everyone went bonkers. It shows that a 911 doesn't need turbos or an insane body kit to have a cult following. Fraser Campbell designed this casting, which has only been around for a year now. We've already had three variations in white, orange, and yellow.

Retro Slow Wheels have been standard for these, but I expect some changes starting with the 2024 line. The most exciting move would be to see it as a Super Treasure Hunt or even advance to Premium. And that's bound to happen sooner or later. For now, you can enjoy the affordability of this casting, as picking up all three iterations won't leave a dent in your budget.

25. Porsche 959 RLC

But I can't say the same about the Red Line Club-exclusive Porsche 959. It features an opening rear hatch, which reveals the twin-turbocharged powerplant beneath. The Spectraflame Oxblood paint job is perfect with the lines of this iconic Porsche, and the Real Riders Fifteen52 Outlaw wheels further complete the look. I've seen one seller asking $1,500 for this item, but that's too much. If you dig deep enough, you'll find offers for less than $100, which is sensible despite being more than its sticker price.

If my information is correct, we might see another variation of this casting within the next few months. If you don't like paying three times the price of an RLC by purchasing it from eBay, you might as well sign up for a Red Line Club account. With that being said, what's your all-time favorite Hot Wheels Porsche casting?