03/06/2012

1/32nd Scale NINCO Corvette #50583

One more NINCO Corvette just hit the track here at Home Racing World. Although veteran enthusiasts have seen this model many times before, it is good to see them continuing the line for those just joining in the fun.

This model has a long history with NINCO and fans of these classics should be pleased to see another even in plain street clothes.

As far as street versions go, this car looks great to me. The finish all around is about as good as it gets in our simple hobby. I had thought white would make a nicer contrast on the old scallop, but the chrome highlight does work for me.

Some of you like street cars and for that it is good to see NINCO producing them. For me, when I see a model like this one I cannot help but imagine it in a more racing decor.

Luckily this model comes with a more "race friendly" driver like we have seen in other classics. This gives me ideas for a conversion later down the road.

Wheels and tires are standard NINCO parts like we have seen in the past releases. It seems at least some things do not have to change and for that I am thankful. NINCO stock rubber is some of the best out of the box I have ever raced, on just about any surface too.

Turning the model over we see the one thing that almost constantly changes: The Motor. Now we have the NC-14 Speeder Plus motor as standard. NINCO just does not understand that we want compatibility in our models. Yet, as long as we have been reviewing NINCO models we mention this constant changing and they still keep doing it. Perhaps the one constant is change?

I personally do not like seeing this model with such a powerful motor. At the premium prices NINCO has attached to the classics, the last thing I want to do is spend more to make them compatible with all of the prior models I own. However, some of you like all the power you can get so in these cases the motor choice should be fine.

BOX STOCK TRACK TEST
"HRW SkunkWorks" Plastic Track
All Stock Power & Control

From the box to the track the model performed perfectly. Although it has too much horsepower for my taste it was still fun to drive with the magnet in place helping tame it down.

NINCO track has such an abrasive surface that grip is almost too much. Instead of sliding out like I am used to, this car will break free rather hard and when it does you can expect some nice barrel rolls. The important thing to me is that it functions well with no issues like a ready to run car should.

UNDER THE HOOD

Removing the 2 screws we get a quick look inside.

Nothing other than the motor has changed. At least we have the stock gear ratio (9 tooth pinion to 27 crown) so when I do a motor swap these can be used.

Final Thoughts

One more bowtie from NINCO is always good to see. Although the steep price keeps most average enthusiasts away, some veteran collectors will certainly grab at least one. I have some plans for this particular car. I think a "racing conversion" is in order using some of the latest and greatest after-market parts we have at our disposal today.

As it is though, you should find a very nice model for your current collection.

-Harry