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Triang Toy Windup Jeep on eBay

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This doesn’t have it’s key.

“Vintage Tinplate Military Jeep. Measures approx. 3″ long.
Has a clockwork motor (but no key is present!). I tried testing it with one of my keys and the motor does need a bit of a service as it’s not running properly.
Overall in good vintage condition with some light signs of age/play related wear.”

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U.S. Army Miniature Jeep No. 1262

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay. Listed as a Wyandotte Wooden Jeep on the eBay ad, a reader points out in the comments it is actually a “U.S. Army Miniature Jeep No. 1262” manufactured by the Wood Commodities Corp. New York City U.S.A.

It’s not in perfect shape, but it’s a neat little wooden jeep.

“NICE WYANDOTTE WORLD WAR II WOODEN JEEP
DURING THE SUSPENSION OF MAKING METAL AND STEEL TOYS DUE TO THE WAR EFFORT WYANDOTTE MADE A FEW WOODEN TOYS INCLUDING THIS NICE JEEP.
MEASURES 12” LONG
TOP OF HOOD HAS A STAR AND U.S.A. DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE IS MARKED W.D. 63
FRONT LICENSE SAY X ZII 4-M REAR HAS U.S.A. W.D
MADE COMPLETELY OF WOOD
THIS IS A VERY HARD TO FIND WYANDOTTE TOY AND IS WONDERFUL FOR BEING SOME 70 YEARS OLD”

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Stager? Pedal Jeep NIsswa, MN **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $375.

There is a ‘Steger‘ pedal jeep, but I haven’t found another example of a Stager jeep.

“1948 peddlecar restored. Made by Stager.
Works great and neat to look at.”

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Cragstan Tin Jeep, Boat, and Trailer on eBay

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This looks like a nice set.

“This 1960s CRAGSTAN (Japan) JEEP CJ3 WITH “QUEEN” BOAT AND TRAILER are in Near Mint original condition, in their original box. The 15.5-inch long tin toy has a few minor paint abrasions and box rub. The 7.25-inch long Jeep has a working friction motor. The interior is nicely detailed and lithographed, and the top is nicely fringed. The rubber tires are like new, and the tin hubcaps are lightly age tarnished. The 8.25-inch long boat and motor are lightly scuffed and scratched. The crank up motor works well. The 7.25-inch long boat trailer is like new. The colorful original box is complete, but has minor edge tears, scuffs and a few light stains.”

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Sat. May 11th: Fire Engines, 16,000 Toys and A Destoyer

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<– Day 7 – Fri. May 10th: From Iron Mountain to Mackinaw City | Trip Overview | Day 9 – Sun. May 12th: Tuckered Out? Then Visit a Firehouse  –>

On Saturday morning May 11, we hoped to escape the cold of Northern MIchigan’s Mackinaw City by driving south. Our goal was Brian’s house in Fenton, MI, where he planned to take us out to dinner at the French Laundry (more on that tomorrow). He’s outdone himself with his generosity and hospitality, so many thanks to him!

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On Saturday we drove from Mackinaw City to Bay City, then southward to Fenton.

Saturday’s first stop was the Antique Toy and Firehouse Museum in Bay City, MI. I can’t remember how I learned about this museum, but it was a wonderful treat.

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When we arrived, there was only two other vehicles in the parking lot. We took a few pictures of the outside and headed into pay. When we stepped inside the door, the foyer was empty; there was no one was around to take our money. I yelled, but didn’t get an answer. I checked the door to make sure the open-sign said ‘open’; it did. I checked the prices and discovered it cost $7 per adult, but they were running a mother’s day weekend special, so Ann didn’t have to pay. Therefore, I laid $7 on the museum’s till and we began our tour.

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Wow. Wow. Wow! There were toy automobiles neatly arranged everywhere. We’d later learn that more than 12,000 toy vehicles were displayed. Another 4,000 were awaiting display. As Ann and I looked around a man in a scooter and a young boy appeared, said hi, then went to the front. We told them we’d paid, and the man didn’t say much, he just continued to the front.

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As we made additional progress through the different rooms a man in a wheel chair appeared. He was very friendly and began to explain the history of the different items. After a while, it became apparent that this wasn’t just a museum, it was one man’s collection: Jim Dobson.  The man who was helping us (I missed his name) pointed out one wall where Jim had placed signs related to some of the companies he’d founded or been involved with. It was a long list.

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Marx Jeep & Trailer with Box **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.

This appears in great shape.

“This auction is for a terrific LOUIS MARX & CO. Willys Jeep with trailer and LIGHTS!!. This thing is new in the original box and is untouched by any kids. The battery area is pristine and has never seen a battery. The trailer hitch on the bottom of the jeep has never been swung out to accept the trailer. The original instructions are included and they are in the box(they are very yellow and very brittle). The pictures show some of the condition of the instructions. The outside box had water damage at one time but it’s not bad as the pictures show. The colors are terrific and there are very few chips and scratches. This truly is a choice piece that I found.”

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TUCO WWII Jeep Towing Puzzle on eBay

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This puzzle by TUCO looks hard. Check out the pieces.

“This is a complete large box LG14 World War Two Tuco jigsaw puzzle called “Willys Jeep Towing Truck”. The artist is Sessions. The complete puzzle is about 16″ x 20″ and contains 300/500 pieces. The puzzle and box are in good condition. The puzzle and box weigh 1 to 2 pounds and I ship by Priority Mail. I have several puzzles for sale at this time and I do combine puzzle lots for a better shipping rate. I have several small and large box Tuco puzzles so if you have a want list please let me know. I am trying to comply with the new Ebay standards of excellence and am now offering 1 day handling time and a 14 day return window with a money back refund option. I will be using the Paypal shipping label option most of the time which gives you a tracking number. I try my best to give my customers the best service I can and I recommend you ask as many questions as you like. I also have a jigsaw puzzle want list so if you have puzzles for sale and would like to have my want list, please let me know. I especially am looking for 2 Tuco jigsaw puzzles. The titles are “The Lady In Red” and “Golden Tresses”. I am also looking for war puzzles from England, Australia, Canada and any other country.”

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Hamilton Pedal Car Charlotte, NC **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $200.

(02/212/2013) It’s been repainted, but looks in good shape.

“1950’s Hamilton Jeep Pedal car. Very good condition.”

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