5/8" and 1/2" (or smaller) Brad Point or Forstner drill bit (hardware store item)

Coping saw or other saw that can make fine cuts

Hobby knife

Files - Flat or shoe rasp (4-in-1) (hardware store items)

Wood chisel (1/2" or smaller)

2-3/4 ounces of segmented lead weight with adhesive removed. These plans assume that each segment is 1/4 ounce and measures 1/2" x 1/2" x 1/8".

Optional: 1/8" thick Basswood measuring 6" long (minimum) x 1/2" wide (minimum) (hobby store item) - The car can be completely built from the pine block, however, the use of the basswood simplifies creating the wings.

Stock Car, Stripes and Flames, and Custom Designs decal sheets was used to customize the car in the photo. The driver is a hobby shop item.