Carrera Slot Cars

Carrera slot cars are among the most popular racing vehicles on the market today. They're also one of the most durable and versatile slot cars, so it's no surprise that they've been well loved since the 1960s. In fact, they're so popular that Carrera has sold over millions of sets since they were first introduced to the market!

You can find Carrera slot cars in many different sizes and shapes, so whether you want to race a small car or a big one, there's something for you. Shop popular car models of brands such as Ferrari, Porsche, Chevrolet, Mercedes, Lamborghini, Mustang, and more. You can also find Disney Pixar, Formula 1, Mario Kart, Paw Patrol inspired slot cars. Buy your dream race car at Metro Hobbies today.

If you need any assistance with our range of Carrera slot cars, don't hesitate to get in touch. Don't forget to check out our digital slot car sets, Lamborghini slot cars, and Porsche slot cars.

How to Care for Your Carrera Slot Cars

There are a few general care tips that we recommend following to keep your slot cars in their best condition:

• Make sure to keep your tyres clean by using a damp cloth to wipe it (dirty tyres have less traction and grip).
• Treat your tyres every once in a while with WD40, oil, or a similar solution to soften rubber.
• Lubricate the moving parts of your slot car every so often (you'll only need a single, small drop for each part) to maintain smooth movement.

Buy Genuine Carrera slot cars in Australia from Metro Hobbies

Metro Hobbies is your top destination to shop for hobby supplies, toys, and accessories. We cater to children and adults, and have carefully curated our range to offer only the biggest brands and highest quality products for you to shop. Aside from our range of Carrera slot cars, you can find a wide range of other hobby products to keep you entertained.

Shop online or instore with Metro Hobbies. We offer both Australia-wide delivery and click and collect for your convenience.

We offer flexible financing plans from all the top buy now and pay later platforms such as Afterpay, ZipPay, and Laybuy.

FAQs

Can Carrera cars work on Scalextric tracks?

Yes, you can get Carrera slot cars to run on Scalextric tracks but you will need to modify the guide blades. If you have an analogue car of the same scale, then you can use it without modifications.

We recommend sticking with one brand for the best results as modifications may void your warranty.

Are Carrera cars better than Scalextric?

Carrera slot cars are recommended for older children and adults. Carrera is also better in terms of quality, the tracks are better for racing, and allows for larger cars. If you have limited space, Scalextric is ideal as it has a smaller track.

What are the scale sizes of our Carrera cars?

Carrera slot cars are a scale of 1:32 with a track of 1:24.

How can you fix Carrera cars if they're damaged?

If you don't want to try and fix your Carrera slot car yourself, you can get it professional repaired. Chat to a member of our team if you have any concerns about repairing your Carrera slot car.

How fast are Carrera cars?

Carrera slot cars can reach a swift speed of 370 mph.

Are Carrera cars digital or analogue?

Carrera offers both digital and analogue cars. Digital racing refers to determining a winner based on who gets to the finishing line first in the final lap. Analog racing decides the winner based on whoever has the fastest lap time. The Carrera Evolution range uses an analog system whereas Carrera Digital range is as the name implies, uses a digital system.