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  • A new, unopened FAO Schwarz Sweet Rocket Candy Dispenser in the very desirable TEAL color. The candy dispenser operates with 4 AA batteries and works by motion sensor. A simple wave under the chute delivers your favorite candy. The package lists item recommendations. The class rocket design and beautiful retro teal color makes this candy dispenser a winner. Perfect for game rooms, bars or space toy collectors. Get it while you can! We purchased the last remaining stock from FAO Schwartz and they're really taking off!
  • Ford Gas-Turbine Van Friction Motor by M.K.K. Powered by a friction motor. Quality construction, heavy gauge metal. A nicely constructed reproduction box. Known as the Ford Gas Turbine, Experimental Superhighway Truck, this vehicle was designed to be the cutting edge of hauling transportation efficiency in 1964. It featured 600 H.P. and a cruising range of 600 miles. Our featured toy is in lightly played with condition, strong friction motor and opening rear trailer door. It's missing one light from the roof of the trailer (at the moment. I'll see if I can find it or make a new replacement.) This is an extremely collectible toy and had to come by in such nice shape.
  • Unassembled 1/20 scale vintage METAL model kit. These kits are a true delight to build. The modeler should possess intermediate model building skills and will need tools such as miniature drill bits and jewelers files, as well as a small flat blade screwdriver for assembly. Paints and adhesives are also necessary.
  • GMP Offenhauser 1:6 Scale 255 ci. Engine Model #7504 in used, displayed condition. The display case has some cracks in the top but the engine model itself is in beautiful, mint condition. The original assembly screwdriver is missing.
  • A 1920's Greppert and Kelch Tin Litho Wind-up Car with Driver #548 in excellent original fully working condition. The toy is marked G. & E. and was made in Brandenburg, Germany.
  • Hot Wheels 1932 Ford Diecast Model Car, Deuces Wild, High Boy Street Rod, designed by Greg Padington and produced by Mattel in 2000. Brand new in the box with minimal shelf wear.
  • Hot Wheels Legends to Life Don “the Snake” Prudhomme Electronic Funny Car. Scale 1:24. Mint in the box. Matching serial number and paperwork. This phenomenal model is truly a work of art and coupled with the finest electronics at the time of manufacturing, it is unparalleled in quality. Some of the many features of this model are a synchronized cassette tape that coincides with the functions of the car; the lifting of the funny car body, firing sound of the engine, which features flashing header pipes and spinning blower belt on the engine front. Spinning tires, wheelie action, count down lights on the starting line tree, just so many features and actions all working at the same time, and the ability to repeat these actions for continued demonstration. The base unit requires 4 'D' cell batteries for operation. I highly recommend only using fresh, brand-new batteries each time this is operated and NEVER leave the batteries in the base. It is NOT recommended for unsupervised children. The display also offers the ability to run the second feature in manual mode and plays the 'B' side of the tape, which is a conversation/interview with the 'Snake' himself. All in all, there is nothing but action packed into this tremendous offering from Mattel. The serialized model matches the packaging and included documentation and is extremely important to maintaining the overall rarity and value of the item. You can be sure that there are very few of these available in this condition and most are in private collections. No disappointments here!
  • Hubley American Eagle Diecast Fighter / Bomber 4 Blade Propeller Airplane in Original Box. This P-47 die cast metal toy airplane has retractable landing gear and both wings fold up. Made in the USA by Hubley Kiddie Toy. This particular version features a 4-blade propeller. Please see our other offering featuring a two-blade propeller.
  • A Hubley Kiddie Toy American Eagle Fighter Bomber and P-47 pressed steel die cast metal toy airplane in the original box. The plane has retractable landing gear and both wings fold up. Made in the USA by Hubley Kiddie Toy. Hubley American Eagle Diecast Fighter/Bomber 2-Blade Propeller Airplane in Original Box. This P-47 die cast metal toy airplane has retractable landing gear and both wings fold up. Made in the USA by Hubley Kiddie Toy. This particular version features a 2-blade propeller. Please see our other offering featuring a four-blade propeller.
  • Hubley Model A Station Wagon #4858 Metal Model Kit. Open box but unassembled and complete.
  • HUGE! Nomura Cessna 310L Friction Airplane with Reproduction Box. Beautiful, large airplane with spinning propellers. The Cessna 310 is also the same model as featured in the early 1960's TV show 'Sky King', a Saturday morning favorite program from my childhood. This toy is really beautiful and one of my personal favorites! There are two planes available and only one comes with a reproduction box. Please deduct $150 for the non-boxed aircraft.
  • The German Polizie Car Friction is a crafted replica of the classic 1962 Ford Galaxie, distinct style of the German police force (Polizei) vehicles of that era.
  • Leader Jumbo Jet Airplane Toy

    $86.25 IL Sales Tax 8%
    See and hear the big bird in action. Watch it load and unload as it prepares for takeoff with roaring sounds and flashing lights. One of my favorite toys to display and operate for family and guests at Christmas, during the 1980's.  This is also one of the first Chinese battery toys to enter the US market. An awesome toy that has only been owned and operated by me!
  • 1940's Lumar Special Hot Rod 777 Super Motor Oil Car wind up and battery car in excellent working played with condition. This toy features our replacement windshield, steering wheel and driver. Install a D cell battery in the bottom of the car, wind it up and watch the engine light bulbs flash as it rolls across the floor.
  • A wonderful 1953 Marusan Kosuge Cadillac friction toy in excellent, fully working condition. A must have for collectors and enthusiasts alike!
  • A wonderful Marusan, Japan Sunbeam Motorcycle with Sidecar battery-operated toy in excellent, fully working condition. The Sunbeam operates with two 'D' cell batteries inserted into the sidecar. The sidecar switch operates the headlight, red license plate, taillight and the front running light. Upon battery insertion and without operating the light switch, power is instantly available to the electric motor to power the bike. The bike operates by switch movement on the gas tank. First gear is slow speed, second gear for higher speed and neutral or 'off'. The front fork is steerable and can be positioned for straight or circular motoring direction. These were very sensitive and fragile toys and most became shelf displays due to mishandling. This toy has been thoroughly checked and adjusted for superior function. Truly a delight and a must have for motorcycle collectors and enthusiasts alike!
  • Absolutely stunning 1950's Marx Wells Fargo / Concord Stage Coach model kit in pristine, 100% completely MINT condition. This is an extremely rare kit with fabulous box art and tremendous detail. If you are familiar with the newer Lindberg versions of this same stage coach kit, you know how large and impressive the final display is. Comes complete with four horse team, all of the necessary tack and chain material as well as five scale figures (approx. 4 1/2" tall on average) The kit, when assembled is over 24" long.
  • Masudaya 'Queen Of The Sea' battery operated ocean liner in excellent working original condition. The Queen requires 3 'D' cell batteries for operation and features Bump N Go action, loud ships horn, red and green flashing lights and spinning radar antenna. The antenna and metal ship's flag are Uncle Al's reproductions. There is some very minor rust damage near the battery compartment but not inside. Awesome toy nearly 24" long.
  • This RARE, Wuco Racer comes from the private collection of a dear friend who has been collecting toy cars for over 50 years. This is a nearly flawless, RARE race car and is 100% all original. The friction motor  mechanism is strong and smooth. It is huge at 20" in length and 7" high to the top of the driver's helmet. This is the last known use of the Yonezawa Champion's Racer stamping dies from the 1960's. Prior to this offering by Wuco, the dies were used by Gem of France, who created and sold the #42 Super Racer. As I have owned and sold all versions of this large toy, this particular example is one of the finest I've ever seen. Zero disappointments and an absolute 'must have' for the serious Indy car collector. Additional photos will be provided to interested buyers. Please feel free to ask. Due to the nature of this item, interested buyers need to contact me for purchase. Payment may be made by cash, good personal check, money order / cashier’s check or bank wire transfer ONLY. Arrangements can be made for personal pick up or professional packaging and shipping. The price for this toy is $15000.00 or you are welcome to negotiate an offer.
  • A Nikko USAF Fairchild C120 Friction Pack Plane tin litho toy in excellent, fully working condition. Nose doors open to reveal replacement tank and jeep vehicles. The propellors spin with friction action. There are push buttons that release the main wing segments for shipping and storage.
  • Nomura Friction #7 Racer Japan

    $143.75 IL Sales Tax 8%
    Nomura Friction #7 Racecar.  This beautiful all original toy works perfectly and the litho condition is fabulous.
  • This is an extremely nice 1960's TN Nomura Piston Tractor with a lighted engine, very near mint in the original box. The toy features forward, neutral, reverse and stop settings with a turn of the chrome knob on top of the tractor. The clear engine block has a red light inside that waves back and forth, simulating busy action. The toy requires two 'D' cell batteries for operation. Please see our video of this toy in motion. The original box is in very good condition and comes with all of the original insert materials. This is an excellent choice for your construction toy collector.
  • Nylint "Do It Best" Home Improvement Semi Truck and Trailer new in box. The truck's cab is made out of plastic and pressed steel. The trailer is all pressed steel. The side of the trailer reads DO IT BEST home improvement products, Best Quality, Best Value, Best Selection. The side and front of the cab reads DO IT BEST ALL ACROSS AMERICA. I purchased this example from the 'Do It Best', Roselle (Illinois) Lumber Company on Irving Park Road in the late 1990's. There is a special vertical Roselle Lumber magnetic business card attached to the front of the trailer. This almost qualifies as a private label toy, never removed from its original packaging.
  • Nylint Milwaukee Tools Semi Truck and Trailer new in box, #345-Z. The truck's cab is made out of plastic and pressed steel. The trailer is all pressed steel. The tires are branded Firestone. Nylint Toys produced toy semi-truck toys with Firestone branded tires until a major safety recall of real tires prompted discontinued use. Nylint then replaced the Firestone script with their Nylint brand. Nylint Trucks with the Firestone script are now highly sought after because of the controversy surrounding the brand. Our offering comes from Uncle's private collection and is in mint, boxed condition. #345-Z is the designation for special markets. This truck was sold through Berland's House of Tools in Illinois.
  • Old Fashioned Double Decker Bus by Modern Toys The Old Fashioned Double Decker Bus by Modern Toys of Japan is a wonderful, large size battery operated tin bus that is new in its original box. The toy is complete with box inserts. It operates on 2 'D' cell batteries (not included) and features bump n go action. This is a beautiful mint condition toy fresh from my personal collection and is sure to please! The Double Decker Bus is a wonderful example of the standard mode of transportation of the early 20th century. The Double Decker Bus was and still is commonly used for tourism in America as well as Europe. This toy bus has many features such as mystery action, sounding horn and engine sound  and funny shaking action as it rolls on its journey. This marvelous toy has never been out of the box and never seen a battery since the factory. As good as these toys get!
  • Pan Am Boeing 747SP. Model No. 773BL Battery Operated Hong Kong 1980s. Flashing light and real engine sound. For ages 5 and over.
  • Remco Motorized Sea Plane in Box

    $97.75 IL Sales Tax 8%
    Remco Motorized Sea Plane in Box, is in excellent working condition. The Sea Plane scoots across the water under its own power, provided by a single 'C' cell battery. The toy also comes with its original box for safe storage or display.
  • Large 20" long 1962 Chevrolet Corvette remote control car with opening doors, working headlights, tail lights and FM radio and custom automotive paint finish in true GM colors, Tuxedo Black, Fawn Beige, Roman Red, Ermine White, Almond Beige, Sateen Silver, Honduras Maroon. The car moves forward and reverse, left and right steering and the lights and radio operate from micro switches on the console. I've placed the car next to a Pocher Fiat so that you can get an idea of it's size. Loads of fun and pretty too! 1962 Corvette
  • Revell Tommy Ivo Showboat Four Engine Dragster 1:25 Scale Plastic Model Kit #H1285:198. Features four "hot" engines, metal axles, chrome front and rear ends, and 4 M & H Racemaster drag slicks.
  • Lunar module model kit

    Revell Tranquility Base Apollo 11 Lunar Module Model Kit, in new, unbuilt condition. The box has slight shelf wear but the contents are complete and mint.
  • Another fine Sears Exclusive toy is 'The Turnpike Line' Racer, Indy 500 style open wheel car with friction powered motor and with 'built in manual jacks'. This large tin car is in very nice played with condition. The manual jack feature works fine as does the friction power. The only items missing from the original offering are the two spare tires, the driver and the box.
  • Smithsonian Jet-Works. Build a working model of a jet engine. You control the thrust and turbine speed. Battery operated moving parts and lights. Includes 35" x 23" color poster.
  • Texaco Fire Chief, Fire Engine Truck, 1960s AMF WEN MAC Made in USA with the original box and original parts. The fire truck was made in the USA in the early 1960's. This toy was a premium purchase that was available at Texaco Gasoline Service Stations and was wildly popular due to its impressive 25" in length. The toy comes with a garden hose attachment. When used in conjunction with the two rubber side mounted hoses and attached at the pump point on the side of the engine, the water cannon on the rear will dispense a spray for realistic play! A very nice condition toy that has never been used with water. The metal is crisp and rust free. This makes for an incredible display piece as it is in very near mint condition with its illustrated accessory bag.
  • Thimble-Drome Curtiss Pusher by L.M. Cox. The 1911 vintage style, engine powered airplane is a ready to assemble flying model. Complete with a T-D babe bee engine. The Thimble-Drome Curtiss flying model was only produced for one year, (1960/61) due to its delicate nature and inability to survive smooth landings. The model kits came with a parts re-ordering form that I assume was used extensively by model flyers! One of my favorite all-time kits that is extremely well made and has excellent detail. The pilot figure comes with lead weights that fit inside his legs and acts as the counterbalance to the power of the gas, .029 engine. This kit is becoming exceedingly rare to find in any condition, but this kit offered is 100%original, including the decal sheet. I offer replacement waterslide decals for this model elsewhere on our site.
  • Another one of my personal favorites is this fabulous TN/Nomura/Baravelli Sonic Car Dodge Charger in 100% original condition and in the original box with insert foam blocks. The Sonic whistle has never been removed from it's plastic bag. Each blow of the whistle commands the car to perform a different function, forward, reverse, left and right and finally for the machine guns to propel out of the roof of the car with bright flashing muzzle fire! Unique and again, a large 15" long by 6" wide and 5" tall. There is slight oxidation on the brightwork trim of the car but overall is just stunning! Operates on 2 'D' cell and 1 9volt battery.
  • Tommy Ivo 2 Engine Dragster. One of 5000 made by GMP in 2004. 1:18 scale. No. 14008. An exact model car intended for adult collectors. Not suitable for children under 14 years of age. Bonus DVD is missing. Beautiful die cast model car in pristine condition.

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