NEW- Scalextric 1:32 Scale Knight Rider KARR Slot Car

• DIGITAL PLUG READY: DPR - Digital Plug Ready - takes Scalextric C8515 digital Plug for easy upgrade to race on Scalextric Digital or Scalextric ARC PRO Layouts

• AUTHENTIC VILLAIN: The deadly enemy of Michael Knight and K.I.T.T., K.A.R.R. was the nemesis in many episodes of Knight Rider

• DISTINCTIVE DESIGN: Visually similar to K.I.T.T. except for the demonic glowing amber light on the front

• WORKING LIGHTS: Features front and rear working lights including the iconic amber scanner

• SUPERIOR PERFORMANCE: Includes Magnatraction technology for improved grip and handling on the track

• HIGHLY DETAILED: Premium detailing on this 1:32 scale replica of the villainous vehicle from the classic TV series

Manufacturer: Hornby Hobbies Ltd

Brand: Scalextric

Licence: Knight Rider

Item Number: C4296

UPC: 5055286700590

Scale: 1:32

Car Type: Pontiac Firebird Trans Am

Special Features: Working amber scanner light, Magnatraction, DPR (Digital Plug Ready)

Track Compatibility: All standard 1:32 analog tracks, upgradable for digital tracks

Material: Plastic with metal chassis components

Dimensions: 25 cm x 15 cm x 10 cm

Weight: 159 grams

Age Recommendation: 12+ Years

K.A.R.R. (Knight Automated Roving Robot) was the prototype for K.I.T.T. in the Knight Rider television series. Introduced as a recurring antagonist, K.A.R.R. was created by Knight Industries before K.I.T.T. but was deactivated and placed in storage due to a programming flaw in his self-preservation protocol.

Unlike K.I.T.T., who was programmed to protect human life at all costs, K.A.R.R.'s primary directive was self-preservation. This fundamental difference made K.A.R.R. dangerous and unpredictable, as he would prioritize his own survival over the safety of humans.

K.A.R.R. was visually distinguished from K.I.T.T. by his amber-colored scanner (compared to K.I.T.T.'s red scanner) and a more sinister voice. He was voiced by Peter Cullen, who is perhaps best known as the voice of Optimus Prime in the Transformers franchise.

K.A.R.R. appeared in two memorable episodes of Knight Rider: "Trust Doesn't Rust" (Season 1) and "K.I.T.T. vs. K.A.R.R." (Season 3), both featuring dramatic confrontations between the two advanced vehicles, making K.A.R.R. one of the series' most memorable villains.

Scalextric is a brand of slot car racing sets which first appeared in the late 1950s, created by British manufacturing company Hornby (formerly Minimodels Ltd). The name is a portmanteau of "scale" (referring to the scale model size) and "electric".

Scalextric has been at the forefront of slot car racing for over 60 years, producing highly detailed 1:32 scale models of real cars for home racing. The brand is known for its attention to detail, quality construction, and commitment to creating authentic replicas of famous vehicles.

Over the decades, Scalextric has expanded beyond traditional race cars to include movie and TV vehicles, which has made them popular with collectors and enthusiasts beyond the racing hobby. Their licensed products, like this Knight Rider K.A.R.R. slot car, perfectly blend nostalgia with functional slot car racing.

Modern Scalextric slot cars feature improvements like Digital Plug Ready (DPR) technology, magnatraction (magnetic downforce to improve grip), and working lights and sound effects that enhance the playing experience while maintaining collectability.

What is DPR?

This K.A.R.R. slot car is equipped with Digital Plug Ready (DPR) technology, which means it can be easily upgraded to work on digital tracks with the addition of a digital chip (Scalextric C8515, sold separately).

Analog vs. Digital Racing:

• Analog Racing: Traditional slot car racing where each car is controlled by its own lane and cannot change lanes

• Digital Racing: Advanced system that allows multiple cars to share lanes and change lanes during racing

Benefits of DPR:

• Future-Proof: Your car can be used on both traditional analog tracks and upgraded later for digital tracks

• Enhanced Racing: When upgraded, digital racing opens up new possibilities like lane changing, which creates more realistic racing scenarios

• Multi-Car Racing: Digital systems allow more cars to race on fewer lanes

The DPR feature makes this K.A.R.R. slot car a versatile addition to any collection, whether you're currently using an analog setup or planning to upgrade to a digital system in the future.

The Scalextric Knight Rider K.A.R.R. slot car has several factors that make it a desirable collectible:

• Villain Appeal: K.A.R.R. is a fan-favorite antagonist from the Knight Rider series, making this model particularly sought after

• Companion to K.I.T.T.: For collectors who already own the K.I.T.T. model, this K.A.R.R. slot car completes the iconic duo from the series

• Licensed Product: Official licensing ensures accuracy and authenticity

• Working Features: The functioning amber scanner light adds to both play value and display appeal

• Limited Production: Licensed Scalextric models typically have more limited production runs than standard racing car models

• Dual Collector Appeal: Attracts both slot car collectors and Knight Rider/TV memorabilia collectors

As a more rarely featured character from the series, K.A.R.R. models tend to be produced in smaller quantities than K.I.T.T. models, potentially making this slot car more valuable to collectors over time.

Delivery: Enjoy FREE standard shipping to anywhere in Australia via Australia Post with every order! The option to upgrade to Express Post shipping for an additional flat fee Australia wide is available to select during checkout.

Estimated Delivery Time: 3-5 business days for standard shipping; 1-2 business days for express shipping.

Returns: We accept returns within 30 days of delivery. Item must be in original packaging and condition. Items with broken seals may not be eligible for return unless damaged or defective.

Exchanges: We're happy to exchange any items that don't meet your expectations. Please contact our customer service team to arrange an exchange.

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