Getting Started

Kiwanis of Bowling Green, KY has Soap Box Derby cars available for eligible racers to borrow for the season. Cars are offered on a first come, first served basis, helping more children take part without needing to purchase their own car.

The Stock division is for racers 7-13 years old. Stock cars can accommodate a racer up to (approximately) 5’3″ tall and 125 pounds.

The car weighs approximately 70 lbs. put together with Z-Glas® wheels. The combined weight of the assembled car and the driver shall not exceed 200 pounds including the Z-Glas® wheels. A combined weight of less than 200 pounds may be increased by the addition of owner-provided weight. The Stock car, a lean-forward design, is sold as a kit that includes everything needed for racing with the exception of Z-Glas racing wheels and weights. Because painting is not permitted on the Stock car shell, drivers have the choice of decaling or using a vinyl wrap on their white shell. Builders should allow 4-6 hours to assemble their Stock division car.

Kiwanis of Bowling Green, KY provides Soap Box Derby cars and partner racers for children participating in the Super Kids Classic. This special division gives children with disabilities the opportunity to experience the thrill of racing in a safe, supportive, and organized environment.

The Super Kids Classic is designed for children with disabilities and includes a partner racer who assists throughout the race experience. Local participation also gives racers the opportunity to advance to the National Super Kids Classic.