DIY kit (The Grand Prix Racer) Wooden Car Model Kit
Wooden Car Model Kit — The Grand Prix Racer
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You build it, wind the key, and it zooms off for ten meters.
- ≈ 5 hrs to build, phone put away
- A display piece, built with your own hands
- Free tweezers and ebook with your kit
Free shipping on qualifying orders
5–15 business days to your door, shipping time included
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- Delivered in 5–15 business days
- Free shipping on qualifying orders
- Missing piece? We send a new one
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- Intermediate
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You build it, you wind the key, and it races ten meters.
A wooden open-wheel race car, with its rear wing, its tapered nose and four rubber tires. What makes it special: a spring-powered mechanism. Wind the key, and it travels eight to ten meters with an engine sound.
A wooden car model kit that really drives
You assemble the chassis, the exposed engine behind the driver, the body and the wing, then the four wheels with their rubber tires, in about five hours. Under the body: a spring you wind with a key, steering that turns and an engine sound. Once it's launched on a smooth floor, it races eight to ten meters.
Who's it for? Anyone who wants a model that moves, not just a shelf piece. A gift for a motorsport or mechanics fan.
What's inside The Grand Prix Racer model kit
What's in the box
- The pre-cut wooden parts
- The four rubber tires
- The spring mechanism and its key
- Illustrated step-by-step instructions in English
Recommended for ages 14+.
Get the right tools
To find out which tools really help during the build, read our tools guide.
Your questions about The Grand Prix Racer model kit
Your questions about this kit
Does it need batteries?
No. The car is powered by a spring you wind with the included key.
How far does it go?
Eight to ten meters per wind-up, on a smooth, hard floor.
Do I need glue?
A drop of regular wood glue (not included) is enough to secure a piece for good if needed.
More questions? Find all our answers in the Nooko FAQ.
How The Grand Prix Racer compares to our other kits
Prefer the charm of vintage cars? The Little Race Car captures the style of racers from the early days of motoring. And for another model that moves, check out The Walking Velociraptor.
A car to build. A key to wind.
This model is part of our wooden car model kits, in our wooden model kits family. To choose between a vintage car, a race car or an off-roader, read our wooden car model guide. And for a scene that lights up between two books, check out our book nooks.
Reviews: they built their own model kit
★★★★★4,9/5 · 273 reviews of our kits
“I really can't wait to put it together - I'd already ordered this set before and it's so beautiful and so enjoyable to build that I wanted it again (to give as a gift)...”
“I haven't built it yet, but for the price, it's very well packed in a box with excellent presentation.”
“The puzzle is very delicate, you have to be careful when popping the pieces out at the end. I reinforced it with quick-dry glue, and the result is satisfying. I would ...”
“I hadn't realized it was a bit small 😁 But oh well, can't wait to build it. top”
“Very good, it comes with accessories and cannons.”
“Received in good condition. Exactly as described. Instructions a bit hard to follow.”
“Nice design! It arrived with no problems at all and on time.”
“Fast shipping, everything is complete and the kit is fantastic to build. The instructions are good too. Overall, I'm happy with my purchase :)”
“Well packed and shipped quickly. Not built yet, but the quality looks good. Thank you, and cheers to you.”
“Easy to assemble, you need to do it calmly and patiently, and although it's a bit small, it looks great.”
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How to build the model kit "The Grand Prix Racer"
No need to have built a model before: the pieces are laser-cut, the illustrated instructions show every step, and your phone can stay on the table.
Pop out the pieces
The pieces pop out of the wooden sheets by hand, in the order of the instructions. Nothing to cut, nothing to paint.
Fit together, step by step
Every step is illustrated. In one sitting or in twenty-minute sessions, at your own pace.
Bring it to life
Depending on the model: a mechanism to wind up, LEDs to connect, or simply a piece to display on your shelf.
Fine tweezers help with the smallest pieces; the recommended tools are listed on the product page.
How to build the model kit "The Grand Prix Racer"
≈ 5 hrs to build, with illustrated instructions for every step.
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Step 1Pop out
Put your phone away, open the box and pop out the pre-cut pieces.
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Step 2Assemble
Piece by piece, following the illustrated instructions. In one evening or over several.
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Step 3Display it
It finds its place on a shelf. And you built it.
Why choose a wooden model kit from Nooko?
The same joy of building, without the bad surprises.
| What is included | Nooko | Often elsewhere |
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| Free shipping on qualifying orders | ||
| Free ebook: the guide to screen-free evenings | ||
| Broken or missing piece replaced with just a photo | ||
| A real person answers you | ||
| 30 days to change your mind, as long as the kit is not built |
FAQ: the model kit "The Grand Prix Racer"
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Shipping and returns
Free shipping on qualifying orders. Your order is delivered to your country in 5–15 business days, dispatch included. You get your tracking number by email as soon as your package ships.
30 days to change your mind: if the kit is not for you, send it back unbuilt and in its original packaging within 30 days, and we will refund you. Read our refund policy.
The exact contents of the kit, any power source and the recommended tools are described higher up on the product page. Have another question? You will find all the answers in the Nooko FAQ.
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