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Scalextric: A Race Through Time: The 50th anniversary book from the makers of the world famous electric car racing game. | 
 enlarge | Author: Roger Gillham
Publisher: Haynes Publishing
Category: Book
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Rating:  2 reviews
Sales Rank: 551644
Media: Hardcover
Edition: 50 Anv
Pages: 144
Number Of Items: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.6
Dimensions (in): 10.7 x 8.3 x 0.8
ISBN: 1844254151
Dewey Decimal Number: 745
EAN: 9781844254156
ASIN: 1844254151
Publication Date: August 15, 2007
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Product Description
Can there be any car-loving males who weren’t absorbed by Scalextric in childhood? In 2007 the world-famous slot car racing game celebrates its 50th anniversary with this delightful official book that will appeal to anyone who has ever enjoyed racing in miniature. A true feast of nostalgia, this beautifully designed hardback is packed with fascinating illustrations that capture every facet of Scalextric over the years – not just the cars, track and accessories but also period artwork as seen on box sets and in catalogues. An ideal gift for grown-up boys, this book will prompt many happy memories.
Book Description
Can there be any car-loving males who weren't absorbed by Scalextric in childhood? In 2007 the world-famous slot car racing game celebrates its 50th anniversary with this delightful official book that will appeal to anyone who has ever enjoyed racing in miniature. A true feast of nostalgia, this beautifully designed hardback is packed with fascinating illustrations that capture every facet of Scalextric over the years -- not just the cars, track and accessories but also period artwork as seen on box sets and in catalogues. An ideal gift for grown-up boys, this book will prompt many happy memories.
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| Customer Reviews:
Scalextrix 6th March 25, 2007
R. Benet (District of Columbia, USA)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
A colorfully illustrated celebration of the often expensive slot car hobby, with fascinating narrative & anecdotes covering the trajectory & evolution of scalextric product worldwide, from rudimentary beginnings through endorsement by real Formula 1 Champion Jim Clark in the sixties, up to the digital present. Contains a plethora of pictures of the people, cars, sets, scenery, accessories, etc., including detailed historical product line index in the back. For enthusiasts of all ages!
Scalextric 6th edition: The definitive guide March 8, 2007
M. Matsushima
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
This is a comprehensive recap of the Scalextric toy line. A must have for any collector or someone interested in slot cars. It is a real help in figuring out if something is really a "collector's item" or identifying odd individual pieces. This is the goto Scalextric answer book.
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