Muncle Mikes collection artwork: DIY Hot Wheels body and chassis projects; wheels and tires sold separately

Build Your Own Hot Wheels: DIY Kits

Choose a casting-specific kit for painting, detailing and assembly. Check the listing for the exact body, chassis and parts included; custom wheels, tires, axles and painting supplies are sold separately unless the listing says otherwise.

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Before you choose: Check the original wheels, window insert, interior and chassis listed for your kit. Custom wheels, tires, axles and painting supplies are sold separately.

Qualifying U.S. orders of $100 or more receive free shipping. Other shipping charges and final eligibility are shown at checkout. Shipping terms

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Make it your own.

Compare the casting, wheel measurements and package contents before starting your next build.

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Build your own custom Hot Wheels with casting-specific DIY projects for painting, detailing and assembly. Each listing identifies the exact casting and shows the project components included with that kit.

  • Project: Choose the named casting and check the listing photos for the body, chassis and supplied components.
  • Separate upgrades: Custom wheels, rubber tires and upgrade axles are sold separately; they are not automatically included in a DIY kit.
  • Before assembly: Compare front/rear wheel diameter, tire width, usable axle length and body clearance, then dry-fit the parts.

Shipping: Qualifying U.S. orders of $100 or more receive automatic free shipping. Eligibility, delivery options and the final shipping total appear at checkout. See shipping and packing details.

Choose the right DIY Hot Wheels kit

Start with the casting you want to build, then compare the listing photos, body shape, chassis, wheel openings and included parts. Contents vary by product, so confirm the exact components on the individual listing before ordering.

Buying a DIY kit as a gift?

DIY kits are best for someone who enjoys painting, detailing or assembling cars. If you do not know which casting they would want, browse Gifts for Diecast Customizers or use the Gift Finder.

Wheels and rubber tires are sold separately

DIY kits do not automatically include custom wheels, rubber tires or upgrade axles. Shop Hot Wheels and Matchbox wheels and tires separately and match wheel diameter, tire clearance and axle fit to the selected casting.

DIY build guides

DIY or finished custom?

Choose a DIY project if you want to control the paint, details and final assembly. If you want a completed car, browse Custom Hot Wheels with rubber tires. You can also explore DIY Matchbox kits.

Questions before choosing your Hot Wheels DIY kit

Can I display the kit as a finished custom straight away?

Choose a DIY kit for the work you want to do yourself: painting, detailing and assembly. Check the selected kit's preparation and supplied parts before you begin. A finished custom is the better choice when you want the listed paint and wheel setup already completed.

Are upgraded wheels, rubber tires and axles included?

They are separate upgrades unless the exact kit listing expressly includes them. Plan the wheel purchase around the casting's front and rear measurements; a matching scale alone does not establish fit.

Should I choose the wheels before painting?

Dry-fit the body, chassis and intended wheels before the final finish. That lets you check tire clearance and axle fit while adjustments are easier to make. Remove the parts you need to keep clean before painting, and follow the selected kit's assembly instructions.

Planning graphics for your project? Browse printable Hot Wheels and 1:64 waterslide decal PDFs. These are digital downloads only; decal paper, model and tools are sold separately.