Is old Scatextric compatible with new?

[DNorris]

I bought a Scalextric Jag Challenge for my kids some 30 years ago. It’s been in the loft and i now want to get a new set and upgrade for my grand son and buy a new set. Would the old cars from the original set be compatible with a new set?

 

Thanks

[Andy P.]

Hi There and welcome,

This has been asked a myriad of times here and other places on the interwebs so please try the search function here and on the global internet as most of your questions concerns will be addressed there.

As with most things in life the answer is "yes but..":

You will need a converter track C8222 to get to old track and new track to hook up: https://uk.scalextric.com/products/converter-straight-x-2-c8222 

The older tracks' slot is shallower. Newer cars may "bottom out" with the guide blade rubbing the bottom.

There are new app-enhanced options that add pitstops and lap times form the ARC series that you may wan to entertain:

https://uk.scalextric.com/community/advice/app-race-control

These will work with your old cars as well as long as they have a black (or blackened) guide blade.

Good luck!