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Scalextric Shelby Cobra 289 Slot Car vs Scalextric Shelby Cobra 289 Slot Car

Both are 1:32 Scalextric Shelby Cobra 289s with Magnatraction, front and rear lights, easy-change pick-ups and a C7005 digital plug socket, so on track they behave much the same. The C4417 is the Goodwood Revival 'Snake Eyes' car with the snake motif and scales, driven by Martin Brundle and Bobby Verdon-Roe, and it is the longer model at 17 cm. The C4528 is the red 39PH Goodwood TT car with racing stripes, a cleaner classic look. The C4417 has more owner ratings behind it and a slightly mixed 3.8 average; the C4528 has fewer. Pick on livery and driver history, not performance.

  • Choose the Scalextric C4417 if you want the distinctive Snake Eyes Goodwood Revival car with the Brundle connection and a larger, more detailed body.
  • Choose the Scalextric C4528 if you prefer the classic red 39PH livery with racing stripes and a compact, clean-looking Cobra.

Prices

  • Scalextric Shelby Cobra 289 Slot Car: $32.99 at Carrera Slots (last seen Nov 9)
  • Scalextric Shelby Cobra 289 Slot Car: $38.95 at PowerHobby (last seen Nov 9)
  • Difference: the Scalextric Shelby Cobra 289 Slot Car is $5.96 cheaper than the Scalextric Shelby Cobra 289 Slot Car at the latest prices (Nov 9)
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Scalextric C4417 Shelby Cobra 289 CSX2201 Slot Car

Scalextric Shelby Cobra 289 Slot Car

Scalextric C4417 Shelby Cobra 289 CSX2201 Slot Car

3.8(98 ratings)
$32.99at Carrera SlotsChecked Nov 9
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Pros
  • Snake Eyes livery stands out on the shelf and the track
  • Driven by Martin Brundle at the 2021 Goodwood Revival
  • Longer 17 cm body with high detail
  • Easy-change guide blade and C7005 digital plug
  • Runs on Scalextric and Carrera track
Cons
  • 3.8 average suggests some owners found faults
  • Silver finish is less classic than a red Cobra
  • Not marketed as super resistant for heavy crashes
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Scalextric C4528 Shelby Cobra 289 Red 39PH 1/32 Slot Car

Scalextric Shelby Cobra 289 Slot Car

Scalextric C4528 Shelby Cobra 289 Red 39PH 1/32 Slot Car

$38.95at PowerHobbyChecked Nov 9
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Pros
  • Classic red 39PH livery with racing stripes
  • High detail with an authentic interior
  • Working headlights and rear lights
  • Magnatraction and easy-change pick-ups
  • Runs on most 1/32 analog track
Cons
  • Fewer owner ratings to judge reliability
  • Shorter 14 cm body than the C4417
  • Single driver, less famous race history

What separates them

Scalextric Shelby Cobra 289 Slot CarScalextric Shelby Cobra 289 Slot Car
LiverySilver 'Snake Eyes' with snake motif and scales on the noseVivid red 39PH with racing stripes
Race and event2021 Goodwood RevivalGoodwood TT, 2022
DriversMartin Brundle and Bobby Verdon-RoeKevin Kinlochan
Body length17 cm14 cm
Drive and tuningMagnatraction, easy-change guide blade, C7005 digital plug, ARC AIR/ARC ONE readyMagnatraction, easy-change pick-ups, C7005 digital plug
LightsFront and rear lightsWorking headlights and rear lights
Track compatibilityScalextric and Carrera, plus other 1/32 analog brandsMost 1/32 analog track including Carrera, Ninco and SCX
Owner feedback3.8 out of 5 from 98 ratingsFewer ratings to go on

Price history

  • Scalextric Shelby Cobra 289 Slot Car: lowest $32.99 on Nov 10 at Carrera Slots; $37.95 on Nov 11.

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Scalextric Shelby Cobra 289 Slot Car

  • Amanda’s HobbiesNew

    In stockReturn policy

    $29.99Checked Nov 9
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  • Carrera SlotsNew

    In stock

    $32.99Checked Nov 9
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  • Slot Car Depot Co.New

    In stock

    $37.95Checked Nov 10
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    $37.99Checked Nov 10
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Specs compared

SpecScalextric Shelby Cobra 289 Slot CarScalextric Shelby Cobra 289 Slot Car
Item Scale1:32 Scale1:32 Scale
ColourSilverRed
DriversMartin Brundle / Bobby Verdon-RoeKevin Kinlochan
RaceGoodwoodGoodwood TT
Year20212022
Digital Plug TypeC7005C7005
ManufacturerShelbyShelby
Recommended Min AgeADULT—
Scale Size1:32 Scale—
Scale TypeScale model—
Animal ThemeSnake—
Theme TypeRacing, Classic gt—
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SpecScalextric Shelby Cobra 289 Slot CarScalextric Shelby Cobra 289 Slot Car
Vehicle ThemeCars—
Product TypeModel Car—
Product SubtypeRace Car—
Product Vehicle TypeCar—
Product CategorySlot car—
Assembly RequiredNo—
Compatible BrandScalextric—
Track System CompatibilityScalextric, Carrera—
Material TypePlastic—
Number Of Pieces

What reviewers say

Scalextric Shelby Cobra 289 Slot Car

  • 3.8 / 598 ratings

Ratings sit around 3.8 out of 5. Buyers like the looks and the Goodwood story, but a share of owners report problems with the car itself.

What people mention
  • LiveryPraisedBuyers single out the snake motif and scales on the nose as the reason to own it.
  • Build qualityCriticisedSome owners report faults or rough finish on the car they received.
  • Running gearPraisedMagnatraction and the lights are described as working well on home track.
  • Track compatibilityMixedIt runs on Scalextric and Carrera Evolution, but being analog limits it on digital layouts.

Questions and answers

Which is better for a beginner?
Either. Both are ready-to-run analog cars with Magnatraction and easy-change pick-ups, so neither needs setup. The C4528's simpler red livery is the more traditional first Cobra.
Do they need a digital chip?
Only for digital racing. Both use the C7005 plug, so you add the same chip to either. Out of the box they run on analog track.
Which one is bigger?
The C4417. It measures 17 cm long against 14 cm for the C4528, and the extra length shows in the body detail.
Will they run on my Carrera track?
Yes. Both are listed as compatible with Carrera analog track, and the C4417 also names Scalextric and other 1/32 brands.
Is the C4417 worth stepping up to?
If you want the Brundle Goodwood car and the snake livery, yes. If you just want a red Cobra for the track, the C4528 does the same job.
Which lasts longer?
Both are plastic and diecast builds of similar weight, so wear depends on use. The C4417 has more owner ratings, which gives you a better read on how it holds up.

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Age RangeAdult Collector—
Typical UsersUNISEX—
Construction MaterialDiecast / plastic combination—
Construction MethodRTR—
Length17 cm (without packaging)—
Height5 cm (without packaging)—
Weight0.1 kg (without packaging)—
Width6 cm (without packaging)—
LicenseYes—
Compatible with ARC AIR/ARC ONEYes—
Compatible with ARC PRO/DigitalDigital chip required—
Compatible with Spark PlugYes—
360 GuidebladeNo—
Decal Sheet IncludedNo—
Digital Plug InstalledNo—
ThemeClassic gt—
Super ResistantNo—
DPRNo—