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Our Top Choice
Anki Guardian Expansion Car Toy
Anki gives its customers unique artificial intelligence experiences by putting together the results of years of research, and it’s committed to making robotics available to everyone.
It’s beautifully designed with easy-to-set-up devices, can be played with up to 4 cars at once, and has exclusive weapons that give you an edge over your opponents on the track.
Unfortunately, this car does not come with a track; that'll have to be bought separately.
Car with 4 packs
Info not provided
3.3x2.1x5.5 inches; 2.5 pounds
Plastic
8 – 15 years
Best Value
AFX Porsche 962 Slot Car
AFX has progressively moved with the technology of different eras to provide consumers with slot cars that are so realistic they keep coming back for more.
It’s beautifully designed , has one of lowest and narrowest chassis ever manufactured, and a low center of gravity that makes the car go faster and around bends better.
On the downside, some customers feel the car is too slow. They've got the need for speed!
Porsche cars with 2 packs
HO
10x2x8 inches; 0.16 pounds
Plastic
14+ years
DMXslots Racer G2 Vehicle
Dynamic Motions Express is continuously improving to provide a better slot car racing experience. It takes pride in the revolutionary new concepts adopted for slot car racing.
The G2 machinery gives the car better weight balance, faster speed, lower noise level, and quicker response. The rotating pin device allows you to change lanes easily on the track.
Some experienced faulty cars when they arrived.
Car only
1:32
18.1x6.7x26.4 inches; 11 pounds
Plastic
8+ years
Scalextric Chevrolet Camero Series Slot Cars
In 1957, Francis Betram launched a car racing kit at the Harrogate Toy Fair. This has grown to become the most popular and well-liked Scalextric brand.
It has a highly detailed body, complete interior with driver, xenon effect headlights, and functional rear lights.
Magnets could be considered weak, especially on the back end.
Chevrolet car
1:32
6x2.5x2 inches; 4 pounds
Plastic/metal
8 – 15 years
Carrera USA Chevrolet Camaro Sheriff Slot Car
Since 1963 till date, Carrera USA has been all about developing toy car racing through innovative technology and providing excitement for generations of car racing lovers.
It’s a 1/43 scale analog car that has inbuilt double contact brushes, a full range of spares and upgrade options available, and is compatible with CARRERA GO 1/43.
Some consider it slow.
Chevrolet car
1.43
6.7x2.4x7.5 inches; 1.8 pounds
Plastic
12+ years