There are a very small number of auto world Thunderjet slot cars that I have never acquired for my collection. I can only think of one instance where it was simply contempt (namely: the ‘65 Ford Fairlane, which such an awful looking, poorly proportioned body that I never wanted one). In other cases, it simplyContinue reading ““Atta-Stude” – AW T-Jet Special Edition Squared…And Then Some!”
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Drag City’s Saturday Morning Time Machine – Installment 1: Scooby Doo | “The Phantom Racer Rides Again”
Happy Saturday, race fans and nostalgia nerds! Craving some new matieral that rekindles that childhood Saturday morning fun with a tire shredding twist? I got you covered! I recently floated the idea of doing a small series of posts of “fan fiction” stories based on some of our favorite Saturday Morning memories! Now, I’m aContinue reading “Drag City’s Saturday Morning Time Machine – Installment 1: Scooby Doo | “The Phantom Racer Rides Again””
“The Replacements” Episode XIII
The post reflects the author’s emotional journey with the slot car “Old Reliable,” a ’64 GTO associated with a beloved driver, Case Cunningham. Despite initial disappointment, its performance earned respect, leading to its semi-retirement. A newer version is introduced as a rebuilt iteration, retaining the name and legacy on the racing track.
“The Replacements” – Episode XII
It’s been quite a while since I’ve done a post in “The Replacements” series. This series of posts has always served multiple purposes. In some cases, it was to make a change to one of the fleets in order to remove a car that I felt had to be taken out of active racing dutyContinue reading ““The Replacements” – Episode XII”
What’s a Chevy Guy Like You Doing In A Ford Place Like This?
The author passionately expresses their love for classic cars and slot racing, particularly favoring the Ford Mustang fastback despite being a lifelong Chevy enthusiast. They reflect on memories with a late mentor, and emphasize the Mustang’s beauty and nostalgia over performance. Slot racing with their custom-built cars brings them joy amidst rising car prices.