I think I would have more fun autocrossing the LS40 than a full replica 40, but for high speed runs/racing I would go with the V8. Also IMHO it would be more tame to drive the LS40 to the grocery store.
Ian, that's exactly what i did... :) there are great deals on village scenery in jan.
The "fence" is plastic gutter guard from lowes secured with hot glue and serves as aesthetic and functional fence.
The signs are just printed from internet and laminated with clear box tape. yeah the...
Gregg,
1:43 scale is great for a tight spaces but Id lose the loop da loops.
With carrerra, the rails are stainless and scalextric rails are plated. My set up is 1/32 scalextric "sport" 4 lanes hardwired to an adjustable power source. You can use all brands of 1/32 cars on this track.
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I'd go with scalextric cars and track, You can go ape with the scenery stuff while you save up for a 40. This is what I do when Im not racing my dwarf car.