Scalextric C4529 Lotus 98T Ayrton Senna 1:32 Slot Car

Scalextric C4529 is a 1:32 Lotus 98T slot car featuring Ayrton Senna’s black-and-gold livery. It is listed as compatible with 1:32-scale Scalextric tracks, so it is an add-on car rather than a complete racing set.

At a glance

Magnatraction magnets in the chassis are claimed to add downforce and help keep the car on the track.
The listing describes a one-piece body shell as built for impact during racing.
Black-and-gold Lotus 98T livery represents Ayrton Senna’s car.
Listed as compatible with 1:32-scale Scalextric tracks and accessories.

Price

£47.99Save 16%

Reference price: ~~£56.99~~

Price checked: 14 Nov 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

The 1:32 scale and stated track compatibility make it a potential addition to an existing compatible Scalextric layout.
Magnatraction is intended to help the car stay on track during racing.

Technical specifications

17 specifications

Identity
Brand	Hornby Hobbies LTD
Model	Lotus 98T - Ayrton Senna
Model number	C4529
Scale	1:32 Scale
Theme	Formula 1
Subject character	Ayrton Senna
Colour	Black
Material	Plastic

Features and use
Special feature	Magnatraction
Operation mode	Manual
Power configuration	No power source required
Indoor or outdoor use	Indoor
Number of players	1

Dimensions and installation
Dimensions listed	19 x 10.2 x 8.5 centimetres
Assembly required	Yes

Age and origin
Manufacturer recommended age	0 - 8 years
Country of origin	China

What to know before buying

Listing details to confirm

The listing has contradictory battery and power details: it says no power source is required and batteries are not included, but also says batteries are required and lists an alkaline battery description. The manufacturer's age information is also inconsistent, with 0 - 8 years in details and 3+ in the product feature text. Confirm the selected listing and age suitability before buying.

What’s in the box

Included

1 Lotus 98T car

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Scalextric owners looking to add an Ayrton Senna Lotus 98T to a compatible 1:32 track collection.
Motorsport fans interested in displaying a black-and-gold Formula 1 model.

Less suited to

Anyone seeking a complete track, controller and power set. The listed contents are one car.
Owners of a different scale or track system unless compatibility is confirmed.

Scalextric C4529 Lotus 98T Ayrton Senna 1:32 Slot Car · photo 2 — Additional product photo 2

Customer reviews on Amazon

4.4 / 5 · 33 ratings

5 stars72%72%
4 stars13%13%
3 stars7%7%
2 stars0%0%
1 star8%8%

The aggregate ratings lean positive, with most ratings in the five-star category, but a smaller one-star share means experiences are not uniformly positive. Without review comments, the reasons cannot be established. Ratings alone do not confirm the claimed track performance or compatibility, so buyers should match the car to their existing 1:32 Scalextric setup.

Frequently asked questions

Does this include a race track?

No track is listed as included. The supplied contents specify one Lotus 98T car.

Which track is it listed to work with?

The listing says it is compatible with 1:32-scale Scalextric slot car tracks and accessories.

Are batteries needed?

The information conflicts: one field says no power source is required, while other battery fields say batteries are required. Check the selected listing before purchase.