Have you ever paused mid-scroll because something looked deceptively simple — but seemed to hide a secret waiting to be revealed? That’s exactly the intrigue Hot Wheels and Futura Laboratories deliver with their latest collaboration: the Mitsubishi 3000GT VR-4 special edition die-cast.
Envision the collision of street art, expressive abstraction, and the legacy of JDM passion. Hot Wheels partners with legendary graffiti-turned-fine-art icon Futura to reimagine this classic Japanese sports car in 1:64 scale.
You know the Mitsubishi 3000GT VR-4 — now picture it reborn with Futura’s signature lines and motifs, blending visual dynamism with automotive form.
Why this collab strikes deep:
- The livery is custom-designed by Futura, embedding his “Perpetual Motion” atom motif across the body.
- Equipped with Real Riders wheels, smoky tinted windows, ZAMAC body, and packaged in an acrylic display with a Futura Laboratories slipcover.
- Futura’s artistic ties with Japan aren’t incidental: his career and inspirations have maintained a long dialogue with Japanese culture.
For collectors, JDM aficionados, and street art devotees alike, this piece transcends mere scale modelhood — it’s a statement. Limited to 2 per buyer, speculation already places resale values above launch price. Launch price: US$ 45.
Mark your calendar: the official drop is September 26, 2025 at 9 AM PT via Mattel Creations. Be ready — limited-edition drops vanish in minutes.
Sign up for alerts, prep your account, and hit that checkout as soon as doors open. The earlier you move, the better your shot at securing one.
This collab speaks to discerning collectors: it’s not just a car, but a conversation in aesthetics, culture, and desire. If you love JDM, contemporary art, and rare drops — this one’s for you.
