Carrera Digital 124 Lola T70 Mk IIIB Coupe "No. 27"
Item No. 23938
The Lola T70 was a big surprise in 2020 as a new model, a thematic addition to cars like the Porsche 917, Ferrari 512, and Ford GT 40. And of course, the model evokes memories of Carrera's history. It was released in 1969, during the Neuhierl era, in both 1:24 and 1:32 scales. Unlike today, both versions had a Lexan body.
A body mold was even made for the 1:60 scale at the time – in 1977, Carrera's smallest Lola T70 appeared for the track-based "Carrera 160" system. A year later, the body was used again with the introduction of the steerable "Carrera Servo 160" system. There, the small Lola was available not only as a standalone vehicle, but also, for a time, as part of the larger and more sophisticated starter sets.
Back to the current model – structurally and technically, it corresponds to the previously released design variants. Visually, it leaves little to be desired; some will certainly miss the original tire manufacturer's logos and therefore criticize the "Carrera" imprint on the tires.
In its standard state with a full array of magnets, the car safely turns its laps, but without any limits. For magnetless operation, one or two tuning measures will be required, as usual, the simplest of which is changing the rear tires.
Overall, another successful design variant of this model – at the end of the year, all Lola T70 fans will also receive a second treat in the form of the Advent calendar kit.
CoMod Chris
Item No. 23938
The Lola T70 was a big surprise in 2020 as a new model, a thematic addition to cars like the Porsche 917, Ferrari 512, and Ford GT 40. And of course, the model evokes memories of Carrera's history. It was released in 1969, during the Neuhierl era, in both 1:24 and 1:32 scales. Unlike today, both versions had a Lexan body.
A body mold was even made for the 1:60 scale at the time – in 1977, Carrera's smallest Lola T70 appeared for the track-based "Carrera 160" system. A year later, the body was used again with the introduction of the steerable "Carrera Servo 160" system. There, the small Lola was available not only as a standalone vehicle, but also, for a time, as part of the larger and more sophisticated starter sets.
Back to the current model – structurally and technically, it corresponds to the previously released design variants. Visually, it leaves little to be desired; some will certainly miss the original tire manufacturer's logos and therefore criticize the "Carrera" imprint on the tires.
In its standard state with a full array of magnets, the car safely turns its laps, but without any limits. For magnetless operation, one or two tuning measures will be required, as usual, the simplest of which is changing the rear tires.
Overall, another successful design variant of this model – at the end of the year, all Lola T70 fans will also receive a second treat in the form of the Advent calendar kit.
CoMod Chris
