Best F1 toy cars
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For anyone who likes to watch F1 and a model car want, or watch with their child and have a nice one toys car wants. This article is for you.
Take for example this realistic Ferrari F1 Charles Leclerc die-cast car from Bburago. Great to look at, but the price is also worth it toys to be able to serve.
In this guide I take a look at the best F1 toys and what you should pay attention to when purchasing.
Let's take a quick look at the top options. Then I'll go into more detail about each of these choices.
Overall best F1 toy car
If you really want to burn some rubber, this realistic Bburago diecast car is a good choice. It has real rubber tires.
Best F1 race track
If you want to go for real racing action so you can play against each other then there is no better set than Carrera.
Best F1 RC car
It is a die-cast body with independent suspension system and rubber tires for good traction.
Best F1 accessory
This is a great addition to a model car. Add a pit crew to your lineup to make it even more real.
Most detailed F1 model car
This one comes in the world of collectable model cars rather than toys. The level of detail is amazing for such a small car (3.94 x 1.57 x 1.57 inches or 10 x 4 x 4 cm).
Best F1 toy car kit
This is really a Lego package for adults, or children from 16 years. You can also do it as a fun hobby project with your teen.
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F1 toy car buying guide
What should you pay attention to when buying F1 toys cars?
Sustainability
There are quite a few differences in quality toys car brands. Just look at the difference between Bburago and Hot Wheels, you can clearly feel the quality.
In any case, almost nothing can go wrong with a complete diecast car. That is what I paid extra attention to when assessing the durability of the cars.
Quality of driving
At toys You want cars to drive well. Some may be for display only, not for play. But you still want them to roll well.
A few things to watch out for are:
- the distance from the wheels to the chassis: some toy cars run into problems so they don't drive very well
- the rigidity of the shaft: some toy cars are very wobbly so the wheels can move far in and out, and still rub
- the quality of the wheels: is it plastic or are there really rubber wheels on the tires? Rubber rolls a lot better
- the weight of the car: you may not realize this right away, but the weight of the car plays a very large role in how well it rolls. A heavier car made of diecast or wood rolls a lot better and further than a plastic car
Replayability
Much of the car's replayability is in how well it drives, but there are other factors that determine how often they return to it.
Age also plays a part. Is it a car that stays on the left after toddlerhood or can it last longer because it is also suitable for older children?
The number of extra functions also plays a role, such as the road pieces at Carrera or the Lego bricks at the McLaren.
I rated each of the cars on this list on these parts on a 5-point scale.
Best F1 Toy Cars Reviewed
Bburago 1/43 Ferrari SF1000 F1 Charles Leclerc Diecast 36823
- Very realistic
- Steerable rubber wheels
- Expensive as a toy
If you really want to burn some rubber, this realistic Bburago diecast car is a good choice. It has real rubber tires.
The wheels are also steerable so you can make real donuts on the racetrack!
You might want to keep it as a display for yourself, but it's sturdy enough to play with on its own.
He is 1/43 scale.
Career Go Speed Grip
- Fast racing action
- Sturdy track pieces
- Difficult for small children
- You can only use the cars on the track
If you want to go for real racing action so you can play against each other then there is no better set than Carrera.
On this track of more than 5 meters, the fairly realistic cars can drive around quickly.
The set includes a loop, turns, fast straights and a lap counter so you can keep track of the score.
The track is on a 1:43 scale. Pretty small cars but it's also more about the racing.
It quickly becomes more of the same because the track is not that big, but it can be expanded with other Carrera track pieces and cars.
The Ferrari that is included is Vettel's SF71H.
It's quite difficult to drive well. It is definitely not a game for small children.
Rastar Mercedes F1 W11 RC
- Detailed RC car
- Easy to control
- Can't be super loud
A wonderfully detailed toy car in 1:18 scale (12,48” x 4,65” x 2,4″ or 31,5 x 11,8 x 6 cm).
It is a die-cast body with independent suspension system and rubber tires for good traction.
It is not an RC car for the grass or a dirt road. Like the real F1 cars, it performs best on tarmac.
It is recommended from 8 years old although could be a little younger if you play with it together. It can go 9 km/h.
Rastar is a renowned brand in the RC world as good toy-grade cars.
Read more: these are the best toy cars for any age
American Diorama 76553 Formula One Pit Crew
- Detailed dolls
- Lifelike pit crew setup
- Quite pricey
This is a great addition to one model car. Add a pit crew to your setup to make it even more real.
They are 7 dolls that look very real. The standing doll is 4 inches (10cm) tall and it is the
- Tire Gunner Man (Left)
- Rear Tire On Man (Left)
- Rear Tire Off Man (Left)
- Tire Gunner Man (Right)
- Rear Tire On Man (Right)
- Rear Tire Off Man (Right)
- Rear Jack Male
The jack is also included and an extra wheel that they are about to replace.
Although it is a very cool set to use for you model car it is way too expensive to like toys to give. There is also no car included, so you have to have one yourself.
Minichamps Alpine F1 A521
- Detail is superb
- Very pricey
This one enters the world of collectable model cars instead of toys. The level of detail is incredible for such a small car (3.94 x 1.57 x 1.57 inches or 10 x 4 x 4 cm).
All the details are right down to the realistic driver, but the price is also overwhelming.
If you're collecting race cars, this is one to strive for, not play with.
LEGO Technic McLaren Formula 1 42141
- Quite pricey
This is really a Lego package for adults, or children from 16 years. You can also do it as a fun hobby project with your teen.
A construction kit for real Formula 1 fans because it contains 1.434 pieces to make a realistic racing car.
It is modeled after the real McLaren and features details such as a V6 cylinder engine with real moving pistons, steering, suspension and differential.
Measuring over 13" (65cm) high, 27" (XNUMXcm) long and XNUMX" (XNUMXcm) wide, it's great to look at, although it's also sturdy enough to play with and rides pretty well.
Of course the level of detail is not the same as in the Minichamps or even the Bburage. After all, they are Lego bricks.
But with a real working engine with pistons and a great kit you get a lot different in return.
Conclusion
Great sport and you have to be great there toys put opposite. With these sets you have plenty to look at, build or play with.
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Joost Nusselder, the founder of Speelkeuze.nl is a content marketer, father and loves trying out new toys. As a child he came into contact with everything related to games when his mother started the Tinnen Soldaat in Ede. Now he and his team create helpful blog articles to help loyal readers with fun play ideas.