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Scalextric, the definitive slot car racing system, is as popular as ever. Since its introduction in 1957, there can't be many boys - whether young or grown-up - who haven't played with a set at some time. It's a tribute to the excellence of the original concept that Scalextric has remained fundamentally unchanged in design.
The variety of different cars, track sections and buildings produced over the years is quite staggering - hence the need for this fascinating history and work of reference. First published in 1981, Scalextric The Ultimate Guide has long been recognised as the 'bible of Scalextric', providing a complete catalogue of the cars and equipment produced. This hugely expanded seventh edition features thoroughly updated text and catalogue listings together with a new format, printed in colour throughout. Some 1500 colour illustrations are featured, many of them specially commissioned for this new edition of Scalextric The Ultimate Guide, showing models owned by dedicated collectors.
Scalextric has been produced not only in the UK but also in France, Spain, Mexico, Russia and Australia. Photographs of some of the more obscure models are a particular treat here and there are also illustrations of some spectacular home and club tracks, while full details of Scalextric sets down the years are provided. From Scalex and Startex clockwork tinplate cars, kit cars, go-karts to Super 124 cars and sets, a complete history of Scalextric is included in Scalextric The Ultimate Guide (7th Edition) and will delight any enthusiast.
Author Roger Gillham's enthusiasm for Scalextric started in 1958, when he was given one of the early tinplate sets, and continues to this day. His interest in motor racing has extended to full-size cars too and he has personally participated in many aspects of the sport, including race marshalling, circuit racing with vintage Austin 7s and more recently speed hill climbing, his last mount being a 1961 MGA.
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