Mattel has brought two legends of Japanese performance culture to the workbench, unveiling its first-ever Mattel Brick Shop™ Hot Wheels® building sets created in collaboration with Honda. Marking Honda’s debut in the Mattel Brick Shop universe, the new releases expand the Speed Series™ with faithfully recreated versions of the Custom ’90 Honda Civic EF and the ’07 Honda S2000.
Built to a 1:32 scale, the two sets are designed with adult collectors, car enthusiasts and dedicated builders in mind. Each model celebrates the spirit of Japanese performance and ’90s tuning culture, combining detailed construction, real metal elements and customisation options that invite builders to put their own stamp on two enduring automotive icons.
To underline their accuracy, the Brick Shop models were showcased alongside full-size Hondas, drawing clear parallels between the miniature builds and their real-world counterparts. From the instantly recognisable body lines to the carefully rendered headlights and window elements, the attention to detail is unmistakable. The ’07 Honda S2000 goes a step further, featuring an authentic windshield and spoiler that mirror the proportions and character of the original roadster.
Both the Civic EF and S2000 sets feature opening doors that echo the functional access points of the full-size cars, while interchangeable wheel covers and custom decal sheets reflect Honda’s deep-rooted customisation culture. Each set is finished with a Hot Wheels signature metal plate and includes an exclusive matching 1:64 scale die-cast car, reinforcing the connection between the buildable models and the icons that inspired them.
“Mattel Brick Shop continues to expand how adult fans and collectors interact with legendary vehicles,” said Ted Wu, Global Head of Vehicles and Building Sets at Mattel. “The Honda Civic EF and S2000 are true icons of Japanese performance culture, and through Hot Wheels and Mattel Brick Shop, builders can now celebrate these vehicles by recreating them with their own customisation to display on their shelves.”
Rebecca Adamson, Head of Automobile at Honda Motor Europe – UK, added: “Honda vehicles have long been celebrated for their performance, design and connection to car culture around the world. Seeing icons like the Civic EF and S2000 reimagined through Mattel Brick Shop gives fans a new, hands-on way to engage with the engineering and spirit that define the Honda brand.”
Both building sets are designed for frustration-free assembly, using smooth resin bricks that click together easily and are supported by clear, step-by-step instructions. The Mattel Brick Shop™ Hot Wheels® Custom ’90 Honda Civic EF includes 248 pieces and retails at £21.99, while the ’07 Honda S2000 features 257 pieces at the same recommended retail price.
The new Honda Brick Shop sets will be available from select UK retailers including Amazon, Smyths and The Entertainer, as well as globally. Fans can stay up to date with the latest releases at MattelBrickShop.com.
By blending Hot Wheels heritage with Honda’s performance legacy, Mattel Brick Shop has created a tactile, display-worthy tribute to two cars that continue to define Japanese automotive culture, one brick at a time.
