Scalextric C4308T McLaren M23 – Nelson Piquet #29 – 1978 Dutch Grand Prix – 1/32 Scale

Before becoming a three-time Formula 1 World Champion, Nelson Piquet spent part of his first Formula 1 season driving a privately entered McLaren M23. This detailed Scalextric model represents the #29 McLaren from that early chapter of Piquet’s career.

Finished in the classic red-and-white livery of the 1978 season, the C4308T combines an important piece of Formula 1 history with a detailed, raceable 1/32 scale slot car.

Features & Specifications

• Manufacturer: Scalextric
• Model: McLaren M23
• Item: C4308T
• Scale: 1/32
• Driver: Nelson Piquet
• Car Number: #29
• Race: 1978 Dutch Grand Prix
• Color: Red / White
• Drive: Analog
• Magnet: Scalextric Magnatraction
• Guide: Easy Change guide blade system
• Condition: New
• Included: Extra set of pickup braids
• Approximate Car Dimensions: 17 cm long x 6 cm wide x 5 cm high

Track Compatibility

• Scalextric analog track systems
• ARC AIR and ARC ONE analog systems
• Compatible with many other conventional 1/32 analog track systems, including Carrera Evolution and Ninco

Digital operation: This car is supplied as an analog model. Digital use requires an appropriate digital conversion compatible with the intended track system.

Why This Car Is Interesting

• Represents an important early Formula 1 appearance by Nelson Piquet
• Classic McLaren M23 single-seat Grand Prix design
• Detailed 1978 red-and-white race livery
• Magnatraction provides additional magnetic downforce on compatible steel-rail track
• Suitable for both racing and Formula 1 collections

Jim's Racer Perspective

The McLaren M23 is already one of the landmark Formula 1 designs of the 1970s, and the Nelson Piquet version makes this one especially interesting. It represents Piquet before the championships and before the cars most people immediately associate with his career.

A distinctive Scalextric Formula 1 car with genuine racing history behind the livery.