Happy New Year from Races2U

Happy New Year from Races2U

Merry Christmas!

Merry Christmas!

Last Minute Lamborghini"s

Still don’t know what to get for Christmas or the last night of Hannukah?  Stop by Races2U today for $10 off any Lamborghini in stock!  We have models from AutoArt, Ninco, and Scanextric waiting to be wrapped and placed under the tree!

Last Minute Lamborghini"s

Red Hot Stocking Stuffers!

Who wouldn’t want a Ferrari for Christmas?  Now through December 24th, take 20% off any Ferrari in stock from Carrera or Flyslot.  And for the die-hard Ferrari fan, what could be better than a miniature of Fernando Alonso’s podium winning 2010 Formula 1 car?  Now through Christmas just $39.99 for the analog version, and $49.99 for the digital.

 

 

Red Hot Stocking Stuffers!

Pioneer Bullitt Mustang- Special edition

Many of you that read this blog are slot car fans, and are familiar with Pioneer Slot Cars.  For those that aren’t, this small manufacturer in England makes outstanding replicas of late 60’s and early 70’s American muscle cars.  In 2009 Pioneer introduced it’s first car- a replica of the green Ford Mustang used in the famous chase scene from the movie “Bullitt” with Steve McQueen.  These highly praised and highly valued cars were run in very limited numbers, and are now worth several times their original retail price.  On the rare occasions that one comes up on Ebay, this slot car always attracts dozens of bidders, and the final price is frequently $250 USD or more.  Well, here at Races2U, we have something even more special- A numbered and signed “Mid-chase” edition of this iconic and now classic car.  While from the rear and left, this seems like the standard green Mustang we know and love, the right side shows the damage caused by the sideswipe with the assassin’s charger, and the windshield is peppered with bullet holes.  There were only 20 of these produce, and Races2U has #18.  This car has never seen the track, and is a shelf queen along with some of our other rare and unusual cars.

Pioneer Bullitt Mustang- Special edition

Hard to say, but beautiful to behold!

Just arrived from AutoArt! The Koenigsegg CCX, available in orange or silver. This car is rear wheel drive, has a magnet for better traction, and working headlights. On sale through Wednesday Dec 17th for only $39.99

Buy it here

Hard to say, but beautiful to behold!

Newly arrived! Just in time for Christmas!

We only have a few in stock, and these are sure to go fast!

Buy them in our store or online here

Experience the smart future of the race track with Carrera AppConnect!

Legendary racing pleasure and state-of-the-art technology go hand in hand at Carrera. With Carrera AppConnect, you will be able to link your smartphone or tablet directly to your DIGITAL 124 and DIGITAL 132 racing circuits from now on. Simply connect the Bluetooth adapter to the control unit of the Carrera race track, download the Carrera Race App free from the App Store (iOS) or Google Play (Android) and enjoy the racing fun of the future!

Thanks to Carrera AppConnect, mobile motorsport enjoyment is ready to hit the grid: the Carrera Race App lets you determine whether you want to take on the role of race director and link up directly with the control unit or connect with race control as a driver.

In the race control ‘Race Profile’, you control all the known features of the digital systems, such as tank capacity, braking response and speed. In addition, you can specify the race mode and are able to monitor, via the display, all the relevant information concerning the progress of the race for all the drivers involved.

The main functions of the Carrera Race App:

Profile settings

Create individual driver profile with picture and name

Take over the race management or register as a driver

Race settings

Select training or race

Race for a specified time or number of laps

Initiate a rolling start with start traffic light – countdown

Sound function (race commentator, real racing sound)

Car settings

Speed (steps 1 – 10)

Braking force (Levels 1-10)

Tank capacity (0 – 100%)

Race monitor

All important race information at a glance.

Fastest lap, leading car, number of pit stops and so much more.

Race history: all race results can be stored or printed out

And, of course, you can post your results on Facebook in keeping with our motto ‘Motorsport at home’ – the contest/competition for the best lap time is now open.

Compatibility of Hardware:

iPhone from iPhone 4S and iPad from iPad 3

others: subject to availability of Bluetooth® LE

Compatibility of Software:

from Android 4.3

from iOS 7.0

Newly arrived! Just in time for Christmas!

Races2U vs. Games2U

We frequently get asked if Races2U is part of Games2U.  The easy answer to that is no, we are not.  However, we do love Games2U and frequently are at many events with them, from PTA fundraisers to outdoor festivals to company parties and picnics.  Among other offerings like laser tag or giant hamster balls, Games2U offers video games in a big trailer with lots of screens and controllers so several kids can p lay at once.  This video clip is from a party a couple of days ago where Games2U had a video game trailer at the same location we had a track setup.

Races2U vs. Games2U

Party Goodies now in store!

Not a goody bag, but a plastic tumbler with all kinds of great stuff for children’s birthday parties.

For $4.99 each plastic cup comes filled with:

1 Street Sign Lollipop

1 Checkered Flag

1 Toy Race Car

1 Pencil with cars on it

2 Temporary Tattoos

For $7.99 everything but the cup is doubled, as shown in the picture.

Party Goodies now in store!

Holiday Shopping!

It’s not too late to surprise that special someone Christmas morning with a slot car track around the tree!  Races2U has a huge selection of analog and digital tracks in stock from Carrera, Ninco, and Scalextric!  Prices starting as low as $125 for a complete set with track, cars, and controls.  Race at home and brush up your skills for when you come to race with us!   Don’t live in Austin? Check out our newly updated online store here.  We can still have your track delivered in time for Christmas.

Holiday Shopping!

Fast and Furious R/C

This is some pretty amazing stuff for R/C cars- looks almost like the real thing!

Fast and Furious R/C

Cyber Monday! $50 off any party!

Book your holiday party today and take $50 off the cost.  Parties normally starting at $299, book today for only $249!  Corporate clients- call for details and even more savings!  Book online here today!  Offer expires at midnight.

Cyber Monday! $50 off any party!