Scalextric Lotus 99T Camel #11 1987 Monaco Grand Prix Satoru Nakijima 1:32 Slot Car

The Lotus 99T, known for its blistering straight-line speed in 1987, featured the iconic yellow Camel Livery and a Honda engine. That year, Honda was able to strike a deal that saw their test driver, Satoru Nakajima, become teammates with the legendary Ayrton Senna on the Team Lotus squad. Nakajima's appointment marked the first time a Japanese driver had competed in Formula One full-time. At the 1987 Monaco Grand Prix on May 3rd, Nakajima made history by becoming the first Japanese driver to score championship points, finishing the race in sixth position. This impressive debut was followed by a consistent and successful Formula One career.

Scalextric offers the ultimate motor racing experience, allowing enthusiasts of all ages to recreate the thrill and excitement of the sport in the comfort of their own homes. The Scalextric system features miniature cars that race against each other on a specially designed track, with the cars deriving their power from a slot in the middle of each lane. This slot racing technology, sometimes referred to as "slot cars," provides an immersive and engaging way to enjoy the sport of motor racing.

The Scalextric 1:32 scale 1987 Monaco Grand Prix Lotus 99T is a faithful recreation of the iconic car that raced that year. With its easy-change braid and magnatraction feature, this car is compatible with all 1:32 scale analog slot car race tracks. However, due to the limited space within the body, it cannot be upgraded to a digital layout.

In summary, the Lotus 99T, with its blistering straight-line speed and distinctive Camel Livery, played a pivotal role in the career of Japanese Formula One driver Satoru Nakajima, who made history at the 1987 Monaco Grand Prix. Meanwhile, Scalextric continues to offer motor racing enthusiasts the opportunity to experience the thrill of the sport in their own homes, with the 1:32 scale 1987 Monaco Grand Prix Lotus 99T being a prime example of the company's commitment to delivering high-quality, authentic reproductions.

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