Polish Rally Dream Car Wins Big in Global Hot Wheels Contest

A Tiny Rally Beast with Big Dreams

A custom Fiat 126B from Poland has just clinched the 2025 Hot Wheels Legends Tour. This isn't just any car—it's a tiny rally beast built by Paweł Czarnecki to conquer imaginary rally stages in the Carpathian Mountains.

Built with Passion and Precision

Over 2,500 hours of work went into this masterpiece.
Another 800 hours were spent on 3D printing parts.
Features a widened body, flip-forward hood, and rally-inspired aerodynamics.

Power Under the Hood

Powered by a Fiat Uno 1.4 Turbo engine, tweaked to 200 horsepower.
Equipped with a Nissan 200SX GT28 turbocharger and a built Fiat Punto GT gearbox.
Designed for asphalt and gravel, making it a true rally contender.

Judges' Favorite: A Perfect Blend of History and Innovation

The judges praised its historical inspiration and modern fabrication, calling it a perfect example of the "Garage Spirit."

The Hot Wheels Legends Tour: A Global Phenomenon

The Hot Wheels Legends Tour is the world's largest traveling car show, visiting 16 countries this year, including the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Latin America.

Regional Finalists

U.S. Regional Finalist: Clint DeVine brought a 1990 Chevy S10 with a striking patina and western-style hauler bed.
LATAM Regional Finalist: Jesus Daniel Payan Gastelum showcased a VW Beetle converted into an off-road pickup truck.

The Global Grand Finale

Hosted by motorsports ambassador Jarod DeAnda, the finale featured a panel of judges, including Jay Leno and other car enthusiasts.

Immortalized as a Hot Wheels Die-Cast Collectible

Paweł Czarnecki's Fiat 126B will now be immortalized as a Hot Wheels die-cast collectible, joining other legendary cars in the Hot Wheels Garage of Legends™.

A Celebration of Creativity and Automotive Passion

Since its start in 2018, the Hot Wheels Legends Tour has grown from small Walmart events to a global phenomenon, attracting millions of fans worldwide.

Previous Winners

2018: 2JetZ™
2024: 1968 custom-built Ford Falcon nicknamed "La Liebre"