Car Wars Expansion Set #6, The AADA Vehicle Guide Counters

Steve Jackson Games · Board game · 1984
6.0 Ludopedia 6.4 BGG 2–8 90 min Weight 3.3/5
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Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED

If you love Car Wars and want more rides to smash, this set delivers.

Highlights
  • Over 150 counters
  • Wide vehicle variety
  • Customizable and colorable
Keep in mind
  • Needs pre‑game coloring
  • No new rules
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About the game

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The Car Wars Expansion Set #6 adds over 150 black‑and‑white counters that you can color yourself, perfect for hobbyists who love customizing their pieces. It includes 153 tokens covering every vehicle listed in the AADA Vehicle Guide, plus many variants such as sub‑compacts, buses, motorcycles, trucks, trailers, helicopters, and even trikes—three‑wheeled machines that can fight on or off the road. Each counter is printed in high‑contrast line art, making it easy to color and read during play. This supplement works with the base game, expanding the tactical palette for groups of 2 to 8 players and allowing for more chaotic, varied battles. Playtime runs about 90 minutes, giving enough room to plan moves, maneuver vehicles, and resolve gunfights on hexagonal maps. The complexity remains moderate; seasoned Car Wars fans will recognize the core rules, though the new vehicle options may require a brief tactical adjustment. It’s ideal for owners of the AADA Guide who want more variety without buying a whole new game. The BGG rating sits at 6.39, showing that the community values the sheer amount of content, even if the need to color the counters can be a downside for those who prefer ready‑to‑play components. In short, Set #6 is a visual and functional upgrade that enriches the vehicular combat world of Car Wars.

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2–8 players
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Game details

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Game: Car Wars Series: AADA Guides (Steve Jackson Games)
Publisher Steve Jackson Games
Designer (Uncredited)
Artist C. Mara Lee, Dan Willems, David A. Welling, Denis Loubet, Jeff Hayes, Jeffrey D. George, Kim Strombo

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Frequently Asked Questions

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5 questions
How many players can use this expansion?
It supports 2 to 8 players, depending on how you size your group.
How long does a typical game last?
Around 90 minutes, giving enough time for detailed strategies and combat.
Do I need any other supplement to use these counters?
Yes, you need the AADA Vehicle Guide, as the counters represent the vehicles listed there.
Are the counters pre‑colored?
No, they come in black‑and‑white so you can color them yourself.
Is this suitable for beginners?
The complexity is moderate; experienced Car Wars players will pick it up quickly, while newcomers may need a brief tutorial.