Carrera GO!!! 1:43 Mario Kart Yoshi Analog Slot Car (Carrera 64035)
Product description
What this is and why people buy it
This Carrera GO!!! slot car is built for the classic analog Carrera GO track experience, and it brings a Nintendo Mario Kart character to your track in 1:43 scale: Yoshi. If you’re already running a GO!!! set at home, the appeal is pretty straightforward—swap in a themed car, keep the same analog racing setup, and enjoy the look of a familiar character as it goes around the corners.
On paper, the car is designed with “race basics” in mind: tampo-printed detailing for a crisp appearance and double contact brushes to keep electrical pickup consistent while you drive. The downforce magnets are also a practical touch, because they’re meant to help the car stay planted through turns—useful whether you’re learning line choice or just want calmer handling.
Key features that matter while driving
The two things you feel most during normal laps are handling and contact reliability. Carrera notes that the car uses double contact brushes, which is aimed at smoother electrical connection as the car moves through the track system.
Then there’s the magnetic downforce angle. Strong downforce magnets can make cornering faster and easier, but it can also change the “feel” compared with lighter, less magnet-reliant cars. If you tend to push too hard into corners, magnets can save you—yet if you prefer a looser, more slide-friendly driving style, you might find it feels a bit more glued to the track than you expect.
The essentials (tech overview)
- Name: Carrera 64035 Mario Kart - Yoshi 1:43 Scale Analog Slot Car
- Type: 1:43 scale analog slot car (Carrera GO!!!)
- Scale: 1:43
Where it shines (and where it doesn’t)
This car is a good match if you already own a GO!!! analog track set and you want an additional character car for variety. It’s also a sensible pick for beginners. The stated goal of the strong downforce magnets is to make handling easier, especially when you’re still building confidence with braking and corner entry.
You may want to skip it if you’re running a digital track system. Carrera specifically says this car will only work on GO!!! analog track and will not run on a Digital 143 track. That’s the biggest limitation here—no way around it, so it’s worth checking what your track system supports before buying.
It’s not a “universal” replacement for any slot setup. Think of it as a character addition for an analog GO!!! ecosystem, not as a general-purpose racing car.
Practical usage tips for better sessions
When you first drop in a new analog car, do a quick reality check: let it run smoothly on a section where your track naturally feeds into a few corners. If the car’s contact is consistent, you’ll usually notice stable acceleration and fewer interruptions.
For driving, aim to use the downforce to your advantage. Instead of overcorrecting mid-corner, set your approach line a little earlier and let the car stay planted. A micro-session like this helps you learn how quickly it grips compared to your existing cars.
And if you’re sharing the track with someone new, this Yoshi car is the kind of addition that can reduce frustration—easier cornering typically means more laps, not fewer.
Should you buy it?
Worth considering if you want a Mario Kart Yoshi slot car in 1:43 scale for a Carrera GO!!! analog track, especially if you’re learning or you prefer cars that help you stay stable through turns.
It may not suit you if your racing setup is digital (Carrera notes it won’t run on Digital 143). Also, if you’re chasing a very “loose” driving feel, strong magnet downforce can make the car feel more planted than you’d like.
In short: buy it for the GO!!! analog experience and the easier cornering approach, skip it when your track system doesn’t match.
Mini FAQ
Will this run on a Digital 143 track?
No. Carrera states it only works on the GO!!! analog track and will not run on a Digital 143 track.
What scale is the Yoshi car?
It’s a 1:43 scale slot car.
Is it beginner-friendly?
Carrera positions the downforce magnets as making handling easier, which generally helps beginners with cornering.
What makes it “GO!!!” specific?
The car is designed to work only with the Carrera GO!!! analog track system, not digital Carrera 143 tracks.