The engines over at STARBURST Towers are pretty much fuelled by nostalgia. Yeah, we’re dedicated to bringing you the best and brightest in new genre output, but let’s be honest, most of us get a little misty-eyed when we see a cool thing connected to the past.
Case in point, the Scalextric 1966 Batmobile. It combines to things into one delightful package. The sheer joy of sending model cars screaming across a plastic track, smashing round bends, and flying into the furniture, and the classic 1966 Batman. This old-school version of the character was pure fun; no gritty voices or walking nightmares, just optimistic, future-forward, innocent silliness. Even if you find this version of Batman too simplistic to enjoy, it’s hard to deny that the iconic design of the Batmobile. It is a classic.
The model itself is locked into a display quality case, which features some iconic 1966 Batman art and protects the piece from dust, dirt, and random pets. The case pops open easily and there’s a little bolt at the base that keeps the car safely in it’s box when you’re not playing with it. It’s clear that Scalextric now that this will spend most of it’s time sitting looking lovely on a shelf until you finally decide to dig out your slot car racing track from the loft.
The model itself is gorgeous; it’s a lovely version of the classic 1966 Batmobile. It’s very shiny, very black and the detail is very faithful to its first appearance. When on the track, the headlamps activate though the ‘rocket’ at the back does not; which given that’s meant to shoot flame is a good thing. The bubble windshield, the Bat-symbols on the tyres, and even the weird steering wheel are all here. We just got the Adam West Batman sitting at the controls which adds to the retro sense of cool.
It’s a very light car and shifts quickly on the track, and it’s compatible with the usual sets. There’s a hatch on the underside to add the Scalextric Digital gubbins if you need to, but if you don’t know or care what that is, then you’re fine to completely ignore it.
Overall, this is an excellent choice of toy for anyone longing for the classic Batman days and likely to delight an older sort of fan. If you’re looking for an amazing Father’s Day gift (or you just want to dig out your old slot-car racing set), then this perfect.
