Scalextric fan? Captain Scarlet fan? Your day is complete. Two iconic vehicles from the classic Gerry Anderson SF TV series are soon to be available as model racing cars.
Inspired by Gerry and Sylvia Anderson’s 1960s Supermarionation series, Scalextric bring us 1:32 scale models of the Spectrum Pursuit Vehicle and Spectrum Patrol Car, capturing every detail of the originals.
Enter the world of Spectrum with the iconic Spectrum Pursuit Vehicle (SPV) from the Captain Scarlet series. This armoured powerhouse, known for its futuristic design and battle-ready performance, is now available as a Scalextric model. With its sleek, menacing lines and unmistakable livery, the SPV was a key weapon in the fight against the Mysterons. Driven by Captain Scarlet and others, this vehicle was always ready for high-speed chases and daring missions.
Continue the battle against the Mysterons with the sleek, stylish Spectrum Patrol Car. Known for its futuristic design and high-speed capabilities, this vehicle was a staple of Spectrum’s ground operations. Piloted by Spectrum agents, the Patrol Car was always ready for action, whether racing to the scene of a Mysteron threat or patrolling the streets in style.
Get ready to relive the adventures of Spectrum on your track! Both models are expected to arrive in October 2025 – surely essential collector additions for fans of classic sci-fi and Scalextric.
• Check out the Scalextric Spectrum Pursuit Vehicle here at the Official Gerry Anderson Store
• Check out the Scalextric Spectrum Patrol Car here at the Official Gerry Anderson Store
Head downthetubes for…
• Midas Touch Toys and Collectibles: Vintage Triang 1967 Gerry Anderson’s Captain Scarlet – Pursuit Set – Slotted Car With Spectrum Cars
With thanks to Derek Wilson for the link
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Working in British comics publishing since the 1980s, his credits include editor of titles such as Doctor Who Magazine and Overkill for Marvel UK, Babylon 5 Magazine, Star Trek Magazine, and its successor, Star Trek Explorer, and more. He also edited the comics anthology STRIP Magazine and edited several audio comics for ROK Comics; and has edited several comic collections and graphic novels, including volumes of “Charley’s War” and “Dan Dare”, and Hancock: The Lad Himself, by Stephen Walsh and Keith Page.
He’s the writer of comics such as Pilgrim: Secrets and Lies for B7 Comics; “Crucible”, a creator-owned project with 2000AD artist Smuzz; and “Death Duty” and “Skow Dogs”, with Dave Hailwood.
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This was originally made by Triang in 1967
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZsG2BVvTWXY
Thanks Derek – added above! Vaguely remember seeing this “in the flesh” at a friend’s house back then – but never since. Quite the rarity