Buy a Replica Motorized Classic for Your Kids

If you want to raise your children thinking they own the world, we can’t think up a better way to do that than to buy them a miniature 1950’s Jaguar. Dress them up in a checkered blazer and shorts, perhaps adding a bubble pipe and a pair of little driving goggles and they will never be normal again... ah, they will look like true gentlemen.

Harrington Group and Pocket Classics are offering something you could give to your kid for Christmas when he returns from boarding school. The two shops offer a wide selection of vehicles, including a Porsche 356, Jaguar E-Type, 300 SL, Willys Jeep, and Bugatti T35.

We aren’t talking about some cheap plastic cars that you pedal. They all have various engine options, from 50 cc to full racing kart engines, coupled with automatic and manual transmissions. The scale replicas "can be driven by anyone 6 and up", so you can have a go if you fancy it (and you do, don’t you?).

According to the two manufacturers, the models can be fitted with disc brakes, electric start, reverse gear, working lights / horn, rack and pinion steering, an optional leather interior, 6-month warranty, and a damn fitted car cover.

That features list would make any regular car driver jealous, but the Jag’ and Bugatti get some special options that include personalized plates, national flags and carpet for the Jaguar. But the Bugatti comes with brass knockoffs and a brass brake handle, a wood-rim steering wheel, racing exhaust, and white wall tires.

The cars have 3 forward gears and reverse, reaching an exhilarating top speed of 43mph (69km/h). However, that can be limited by only allowing the use of 1 forward gear if you are worried about the safety of your little Richy Rich.