Tag Archives: vintage

Lowwwwla…la la la la la Lowwwwla… Yeah I can’t help it, every time I hear the name of this racecar maker that song rings in my head… File this build under “everything old is new again.” The story behind it may not interest anyone but, what the hell, this is my ‘blog, so here goes…Continue reading “This Lola GT is back from the dead!“

BODY: Aurora Model Motoring WHEELS: Vincent TIRES: Road Race Replicas Its always seemed strange to me that the Jaguar E-Type is a car that seems not to translate well into miniature. Many different companies have rendered this car in small scale but very few have gotten it right. Matchbox and Solido hit the mark; mostContinue reading “Meet the Fleet – Sportscars: Jaguar E-Type“

The build shop has been humming in these days around X-mas and New Year’s! I’ve been cranking out cool stuff on an almost daily basis, using my “Lockdown Holiday” time off productively! Our latest addition is another example of one of my all-time favorite Model Motoring bodies, the ’67 Chevy Chevelle Malibu SS in aContinue reading “NEW BUILDS: the Candyman can!“

BODY: MEV WHEELS: MEV TIRES: Joe Skylark Now here is something different; this is the first “non-competitive” car I’m showcasing. This is a body by MEV, a magnificent US-based “boutique” maker of extremely unusual and unique slot bodies. Their product line is peerless; if you want a slot car model of a ’57 Oldsmobile SuperContinue reading “Meet the Fleet- Muscle Cars: ’61 Chevy Bel-Air “bubbletop”“

The author shares their experience with slot car racing during the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting the shift from social interactions to solitary hobbies. Initially disheartened by social restrictions, they adapted by creating a timing system for solo racing. Ultimately, they find enjoyment and satisfaction in innovating their racing methods while awaiting a return to normalcy.