Test report from CoMod Carrera124 on the Carrera D132 Peugeot (30463)
Saturday, June 13, 2009, 3:00 p.m.: The start of the 24 Hours of Le Mans is being broadcast on television. Peugeot is once again challenging series winner Audi with the 908. Shortly afterward, the doorbell rings – the postman brings the latest Peugeot 908 from Carrera. He couldn't have chosen a better time. Admittedly, this model is the version that competed in the 2008 12 Hours of Sebring. As with the previously released color variants, black and white dominate here. This basic design is flanked by blue lines, and this relatively minor change alters the familiar appearance in a striking way. The paintwork and lettering leave nothing to be desired, and the car looks very attractive on the test track.
As is always the case with color variants, there's not much to report on the technology . It's the familiar chassis with the removable motor-gearbox unit. My example also suffered from a somewhat stiff front axle. The cause was quickly discovered: there's very little space under the driver's seat to accommodate all the cables and connectors. A neat rerouting solved the problem. It's best to use the small rectangular recess between the motor and the digital board, as well as the space below the digital board.
Regarding the road test: with the full magnet load, respectable lap times are achieved, but the limit is conspicuous by its absence. The handling is correspondingly hectic. Things become significantly more harmonious when the rear magnet is removed. The car sits very firmly on the track, and the smooth ride is noticeable. To improve grip, the rear tires should be sanded a bit. This earns the handling the rating "suitable for long distances." However, given the rather small angle of the guide keel, tight corners should be approached with caution.
Sunday, June 14, 2009, 3:00 PM: The checkered flag falls at Le Mans, and Peugeot achieves its long-awaited victory on home soil at the third attempt. They deserve it—it certainly won't hurt the popularity of the 1:32 miniature.
CoMod Carrera124
Saturday, June 13, 2009, 3:00 p.m.: The start of the 24 Hours of Le Mans is being broadcast on television. Peugeot is once again challenging series winner Audi with the 908. Shortly afterward, the doorbell rings – the postman brings the latest Peugeot 908 from Carrera. He couldn't have chosen a better time. Admittedly, this model is the version that competed in the 2008 12 Hours of Sebring. As with the previously released color variants, black and white dominate here. This basic design is flanked by blue lines, and this relatively minor change alters the familiar appearance in a striking way. The paintwork and lettering leave nothing to be desired, and the car looks very attractive on the test track.
As is always the case with color variants, there's not much to report on the technology . It's the familiar chassis with the removable motor-gearbox unit. My example also suffered from a somewhat stiff front axle. The cause was quickly discovered: there's very little space under the driver's seat to accommodate all the cables and connectors. A neat rerouting solved the problem. It's best to use the small rectangular recess between the motor and the digital board, as well as the space below the digital board.
Regarding the road test: with the full magnet load, respectable lap times are achieved, but the limit is conspicuous by its absence. The handling is correspondingly hectic. Things become significantly more harmonious when the rear magnet is removed. The car sits very firmly on the track, and the smooth ride is noticeable. To improve grip, the rear tires should be sanded a bit. This earns the handling the rating "suitable for long distances." However, given the rather small angle of the guide keel, tight corners should be approached with caution.
Sunday, June 14, 2009, 3:00 PM: The checkered flag falls at Le Mans, and Peugeot achieves its long-awaited victory on home soil at the third attempt. They deserve it—it certainly won't hurt the popularity of the 1:32 miniature.
CoMod Carrera124
