196
196
c. 1950
enameled metal, brushed steel, aluminum, lacquered and carved wood, rubber 6¾ h × 9½ w × 18½ d in (17 × 24 × 47 cm)
enameled metal, brushed steel, aluminum, lacquered and carved wood, rubber 6¾ h × 9½ w × 18½ d in (17 × 24 × 47 cm)
estimate: $1,800–2,200
result: $2,250
This hand-made example retains the original miniature engine. Decal sponsor's label to body ‘Gilmore’ with lion mascot and numbered ‘5’. Molded manufacturer's mark to tires ‘Firestone Balloon Made in U.S.A. Gum Dipped’. Front tires numbered ‘4.50-18’ and back numbered ‘5.00-18’.