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C4494 Lotus 79 - Mario Andretti - 1978 World Champion Edition

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Experience Formula 1 history with the Lotus 79 - Mario Andretti - 1978 World Champion Edition, a high-detail Scalextric tribute to one of motorsport's most revolutionary designs. This iconic black machine represents the innovative ground-effect car that delivered Lotus their final F1 championship, capturing the engineering brilliance that changed racing forever.

From its sleek profile to its championship-winning livery, this precision model delivers exceptional collector appeal for Formula 1 enthusiasts. The high-detail recreation faithfully captures the car that gave Andretti his legendary grip advantage, letting you recreate the magic of that groundbreaking 1978 season on your home track layout with all the thrill of motorsport's golden era.

Key Features

  • High-detail specification
  • 1978 World Championship livery
  • Magnatraction for improved handling
  • Authentic black finish
  • Includes spare guide blade parts

What's Inside

1x Slot Car, 2x Spare Guide Blades

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Tech Specs

Item Length - Without Packaging (cm)
14
Item Height - Without Packaging (cm)
5
Item Width - Without Packaging (cm)
6
Item Weight - Without Packaging (kg)
0.1
Item Scale
1:32 Scale
License
Yes
License line
Approved and Licensed by CLASSIC TEAM LOTUS LTD. www.classicteamlotus.co.uk
Colour
Black
Car Number
5
Drivers
Mario Andretti
Race
Canadian GP 1978
Year
1978
Compatible with ARC AIR/ARC ONE
Yes
Compatible with ARC PRO/Digital
Digital chip required
Compatible with Spark Plug
Yes
Decal Sheet Included
No
Digital Plug Installed
No
Super Resistant
No
DPR
No
High Detail
Yes
Magnatraction
Yes
Front Lights
No
Rear Lights
No
Siren
No
Digital Plug Type
C7005
Manufacturer
Lotus
Flashing Lights
No
Easy Change Guide Blade
Yes
product_scx_compatible_spark_plug yes
product_scx_high_detail yes
product_scx_magnatraction yes
product_scx_easy_change_guide_blade Yes

WARNING! Not suitable for children under 36 months as it contains small parts which can present a choking hazard and some components have functional sharp points and edges. Handle with care. Before giving the toy to a child, remove all packaging and any other component which is not part of it. Colour and contents may differ from those illustrated. Please retain these details and the address for future reference.

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