Starter Sets

Welcome to Our Giant Selection Of Scalextric & Slot Car Starter Sets

If you are of a certain age, you will remember a Scalextric set being top of your Christmas list and unsubtly circling it in the Argos catalogue in the hope this somewhat clumsy hint might get picked up on… The good news is that not only are Scalextric race sets still ever popular, but you are only a few clicks away from owning one for the first time, renewing the childhood fun you had or sharing that fun with a new generation.

Scalextric (or Slot Car racing to give it the correct term) is a system of plastic clip-together track with 2 lanes per piece of track. In each lane is a groove containing two metal strips. Power is sent to your circuit from a power supply and is collected by the cars via a pair of conductive braids. The speed at which the cars travel is controlled by racers using a hand controller with a trigger.

We offer a huge range of starter sets from the British market leader Scalextric (1:32 scale), alongside the number 1 brand in Spain (SCX) and the top choice in Europe (Carrera), so there is a wealth of choice.  Just bear in mind that the track systems are not compatible so you really are locked into a system once you choose a brand, so select wisely!

With everything from Formula 1 racing, GT racing, Street Cars and Classic Motorsport as well as popular TV, Film and Culture licences, there really is something for everyone.

We are one of the largest suppliers of Scalextric sets in the UK and our experienced team (some of whom are racers themselves) are on hand to guide you with any advice or suggestions you might need.  Get racing with Scalextric by buying Scalextric, SCX and Carrera directly from Gaugemaster – the model shop for BIG imaginations.