A 1:64 Car That Arrives Ready for the Shelf
The Hot Wheels x MoMA Citroën DS 23 Sedan is not a loose car you toss in a bin. It comes packaged in an acrylic display case designed to simulate the car on display in a MoMA gallery, with a slipcover and decorative outer box. If you collect carded or boxed pieces, that presentation is part of what you are buying.
The car itself is a 1:64 replica of the 1973 Citroën DS 23 Sedan, finished in dark red (Rouge Massena) with light smoke-tinted windows and a black interior. It has an opening hood, a ZAMAC body, Custom Real Riders wheels, and a semi-gloss black plastic chassis. Those are the confirmed specifications from the catalog, and they set expectations for detail and scale.
What the Catalog Confirms About the Car
- Hot Wheels x MoMA Citroën DS 23 Sedan: Scale: 1:64; Body Type: ZAMAC; Wheels: Custom Real Riders; Base: Semi-gloss black plastic chassis. These are the core materials and proportions collectors use to compare a premium Hot Wheels release against mainline cars.
Hot Wheels x MoMA Citroën DS 23 Sedan - Hot Wheels x MoMA Citroën DS 23 Sedan: Body Color: Dark red (Rouge Massena); Window Color: Light smoke-tinted; Interior Color: Black. The color scheme is specific and documented, so you know exactly what finish you are getting before you order.
- Hot Wheels x MoMA Citroën DS 23 Sedan: Features: Opening hood. An opening hood adds a play and display feature that many 1:64 cars do not have, and it is confirmed here.
The Museum Connection Is More Than a Logo
This car is a collaboration between Mattel Creations and The Museum of Modern Art. The Citroën DS 23 was featured in MoMA's 2021 Automania exhibition and is part of MoMA's collection. The packaging reflects that: the acrylic case is meant to evoke a gallery display, and a slide-out drawer in the case contains a booklet about the car.
For collectors who value provenance, that booklet and the museum tie-in are the main reasons to choose this release over a standard Hot Wheels Citroën. The catalog also notes that the car is manufactured and distributed by Mattel under license, and that MoMA and related logos are trademarks of The Museum of Modern Art. Those details matter if you care about official licensing on a display piece.
Purchase Limits and Availability: Plan Before You Buy
- Membership window: From November 10, 2025, at 9:00am PT through November 11, 2025, at 8:59am PT, only Barbie Club 59, Club Grayskull, Fang Club, and Red Line Club members can buy this item at MattelCreations.com, while supplies last. If you are not in one of those clubs, that early window is not open to you.
- Cart is not a reservation: Items placed in your shopping cart are not guaranteed to be available for purchase until you have completed checkout and received an order number via confirmation page or email. Do not treat a cart hold as a confirmed order.
- Availability can change: The catalog states that the product is subject to availability and that purchase limits are subject to change at Mattel's sole discretion. Check the current listing before you finalize any buying plan.
What the Records Do Not Confirm
The supplied information does not include an age range, safety warnings, or a parts count for this release. It also does not confirm a production run size or a restock schedule. If you need those details for gifting or for assessing scarcity, treat them as unconfirmed rather than assuming them.
The catalog also notes that colors and decorations may vary. That is a standard disclaimer, but it is worth remembering when you are buying a display piece where the finish is part of the appeal.
Who This Car Suits
This is a display-first release with a museum story and a protective case. It suits collectors who keep cars boxed or cased, fans of the Citroën DS, and buyers who want a documented Mattel Creations x MoMA collaboration. It is less suited to someone looking for a loose car to race or customize, because the packaging and booklet are central to the product.
- Display-focused collector: The acrylic case, slipcover, and booklet make it easy to show the car without opening it.
- Citroën or MoMA design fan: The 1973 DS 23 Sedan shape and the museum exhibition link are the main draws.
- Loose-car customizer: The gallery-style packaging adds cost and bulk that a loose collector may not want.
A Final Check Before You Order
Confirm that the listing is active and that you are eligible for the current purchase window. Review the confirmed specs one more time: 1:64 scale, ZAMAC body, opening hood, Custom Real Riders wheels, and the acrylic display case with booklet drawer. If those match what you want from a Hot Wheels x MoMA collector car, the Citroën DS 23 is a coherent package rather than just a logo on a card.
