Slot cars also come in different sizes. The smallest size is HO or 1:64 scale. Originally they were made for inclusion with model railways but now these little cars are very fast and have some amazing track layouts. The next size up is 1:43 scale and is designed for the younger racer with many fun features and character cars. The 1:32 scale is a popular size car for racing at home and there is a wide selection of sets. The biggest size car is in the 1:24 and is commonly found racing at slot car raceway clubs.

Used autos for sale should always be approached with a pinch of salt. When you are trying to buy a used car at a very low price there are some compromises you might have to make.

Take the Car Battery out from under the hood… Car batteries contain lead, which is what is known as, a non-ferrous metal that means it contains no iron. Most scrap yards will not allow you to sell your car to them with a battery in it anyway, however you can sell the car battery separately for more money, if you know where to go, these usually bring between $8.00-$15.00 apiece.

This company was known for their hot engines and winning races on the track. In 1967, the first muscle-imaged collection was placed in the GTX. This Satellite-based car stood tall with a 375 bhp 440 cid V-8 engine and only offered the Hemi as the engine option. This car was the first of its kind in midsized cars to display sport-up hood scoops, bucket seats, exciting emblems, large wheels and redline tires. This car was the epitome of Muscle Cars.

The internet being what it is these days you can sometimes find the part you want by searching your junkyard’s website! A junkyard search like this couldn’t be easier! You’ll also be able to find the location of the junkyard and their hours. If you do query the search engines or yellow pages you might be surprised to find that there is more than one place you can look for auto parts near you. Just remember that looking for used auto parts isn’t much different than looking for a used car. Check the classifieds too. All of these ways of looking will save you time and money.

A car for kids which can be a huge amount of fun is an electric kids car. These cars use electric motors to move the vehicle requiring no effort on the child’s part. They can be the same size as a pedal car, or in some cases larger allowing 2 children to ride at the same time. They may also come with other features like working horns and headlights, and they can have a maximum speed of anywhere between 5 and 15 mph.

NSR auto parts auctions are the racers choice. They are not cheap but their products are pure thoroughbreds, designed to race in competition and all NSR products are engineered for speed. They do have a limited range of car styles, but each car normally has a variation in motor configurations to choose from. A wide range of spares are also available to allow you to get the very best performance from their range.

There are many things you should understand before getting into Nitro RC cars. This hobby can be very complex. It would be wise to investigate the kind of car you desire before making a purchase.