Author Archives: Slotcar Demon

The build shop keeps humming! This little gem just rolled onto the track last night. Designed more for straightline performance than curves, this white copy of the classic Model Motoring body is set on a red chassis with Vincent Wheels and tires in front and Road Race Replica silicone slicks on the rear, and isContinue reading “NEW BUILDS: Ratfink Willys gasser“

In an earlier post I mentioned my growing interest in the “TCR” format. As this old TV ‘mersh shows, this was a 1:64-ish electric racing platform developed by Ideal in the late ‘70’s and later taken over my Tyco, who kept the basic idea going at least into the early ’90’s. Unlike some of theContinue reading “Jammin’ with “The Jam Car” – a potential twist on the “Pandemic 500”“

BODY: Dash Motorsports WHEELS & TIRES: Road Race Replicas This was the 2nd body added to my collection made by Dash Motorsports, after my black ’68 Chevelle.  It is definitely one of the best looking cars I own. At the time I bought it, it was the most expensive body I had ever purchased, andContinue reading “Meet the Fleet – Muscle Cars: ’70 Oldsmobile 4-4-2“

The author reflects on toy collecting, especially slot cars, and the associated urge for completion. They discuss various brands and products, including Aurora, Tyco, and Matchbox, expressing nostalgia and curiosity about less-known models like XLerators. They acknowledge the challenge of managing their collection due to space and financial constraints, while appreciating the appeal of vintage toys.

10-Lap Sportscar Eliminations at Drag City: some press and spectator photos of the action, the spectacle, the drama!