for first cars consider the scalextric audi tt and porsche boxter. they aren't much to look at but they handle well are fast and will take whatever abuse is directed their way.
if you're sure it's a hobby you'll be involved with long term the other cars mentioned before this post are all good choices. and as mentioned before it's a bit of give and take before you'll find what you really like.
parma controllers are great. the economy line can't be beat for price vs performance. scalextric classic/scx is wired one way, ninco/scalextric sport is another. be sure what you'll need before buying.
if you're sure of long term interest consider professor motor controllers. near infinite adjustability, available polarity switch, available adjustable brake. they seem expensive at first glance, then you realize they can replace all the parmas you'll ever own. i replaced six parmas, 4 ohm, 15 ohm, 25 ohm, 35 ohm, 45 ohm, and 60 ohm, with professor motor and haven't missed the parmas.
scott
if you're sure it's a hobby you'll be involved with long term the other cars mentioned before this post are all good choices. and as mentioned before it's a bit of give and take before you'll find what you really like.
parma controllers are great. the economy line can't be beat for price vs performance. scalextric classic/scx is wired one way, ninco/scalextric sport is another. be sure what you'll need before buying.
if you're sure of long term interest consider professor motor controllers. near infinite adjustability, available polarity switch, available adjustable brake. they seem expensive at first glance, then you realize they can replace all the parmas you'll ever own. i replaced six parmas, 4 ohm, 15 ohm, 25 ohm, 35 ohm, 45 ohm, and 60 ohm, with professor motor and haven't missed the parmas.
scott
