Aurora Car Pins and Buttons
Description: The Aurora Plastics Corporation introduced the A/FX (Aurora Factory Experimentals, later simply "AFX") line of slot cars, track sets, and related accessories in 1971. Aurora designed the AFX cars with an interchangeable car body, allowing users to use a single chassis for multiple models. The original '71 A/FX chassis utilized an updated version of Aurora's "Thunderjet 500" line, popular in the '60s. AFX introduced the innovative "G-Plus" in-line motor chassis in 1976. This design allowed the use of narrow, open-wheel Formula 1 style bodies, something not previously possible with traditional slot car chassis designs. AFX continued production, releasing multiple innovative products until the company was forced into receivership in 1983.
Description: In 1940, the owners of Seattle’s Playland Amusement Park decided to build a racetrack where they could host various motorsports events. Calling it Aurora Stadium Speedway, the new 1/4 mile dirt track opened in 1941 and quickly became a popular attraction. Aurora hosted hot rod races one night and midgets on another night, usually Fridays and Saturdays, but as America entered WWII, racing was put on hold at the end of '41. The end of the war saw the boys come home, and racing resumed in '46. Soon, the track would get paved and stock cars were added to the mix. As Seattle's population grew into the once rural area, noise complaints by neighbors coupled with the slow decline of the amusement park led to the track was closing down in '58.
Description: Aurora Plastics Corporation revolutionized HO scale slot car racing with the launch of its AFX (Aurora Factory Experimentals) line in 1971. Building on the success of the popular 1960s Thunderjet 500 chassis, Aurora introduced AFX slot cars with interchangeable bodies—allowing racers to customize their vehicles using a single chassis platform. In 1976, Aurora debuted the groundbreaking G-Plus in-line motor chassis, enabling the use of sleek, narrow-bodied Formula 1-style cars for the first time in HO racing. Known for their speed, innovation, and collectibility, AFX slot cars remained a staple of the hobby until Aurora ceased operations in 1983. Today, AFX cars are prized by collectors and racing enthusiasts for their engineering and nostal
Description: Aurora AFX Slot Cars Summary Aurora Plastics Corporation launched the AFX (Aurora Factory Experimentals) line in 1971, featuring interchangeable car bodies and updated Thunderjet 500 chassis. In 1976, they introduced the G-Plus in-line motor chassis, enabling realistic Formula 1-style bodies. AFX became known for innovation in slot car design until Aurora went into receivership in 1983.
