PC010R Authentic Models Indianapolis Model Car, Aluminum/Red

The Indianapolis Grand Prix Spindizzy Red Seat Race Car number PC010R by Authentic Models is a part of the Automobile Collection and measures 12.25L x 5.75W x 3.5H inches and weights 1.75 lbs. and is packaged in printed gift box. Its original makers were the famous Dooling Brothers, who manufactured around 1000 units at the time. They were offered to aficionados of the famous Dooling spin-dizzies, miniature motorized racecars that reached dizzying speeds. They were closely modeled on the famous Mercedes Silver Arrows of the early 1930s. Originals are now rare and highly prized by collectors. Molded with the same exacting detail as its original, our 12.2" Indy racer is hand-cast in airplane aluminum. Hand polished and buffed to a high shine, it features a detailed dashboard, faux leather seat, steering wheel and brake. In keeping with its original model-toy character, the front wheels are not linked to the steering wheel. The wheel hubs and rubber tires are made with the same exact detail as the original. Enjoy a truly unique piece of Grand Prix history. This shiny, sleek desktop racer represents both the romance and the dramatic beauty of the most famous Grand Prix racers ever!

PC010W Authentic Models Indianapolis Model Car, White/Black

PC012 Authentic Models Bantam Midget Model Car, Red

The Red Bantam Midget Toy Racing Car number PC012 by Authentic Models is a part of the Automobile Collection and measures 18.9L x 8.7W x 7.1H inches and weights 4.4 lbs. and is packaged in kraft box. Surprisingly sophisticated racecars in 1:8 scale raced tethered to a pole or to a chain track in a banked wooden racetrack, reaching speeds in excess of 150 mph...Imagine a corner of the 1939 New York Worlds Fair. A throng of thousands massing around a mini car-drome where racecars are being prepared for a major race. The scream of the engines fills the air. A mini NASCAR, Le Mans, Nuburgring...An American pastime; technology, cars, excitement! Spindizzies, named for the dizzying speeds they reached, were inspired by full size racecars. Handcrafted, large-scale miniatures were made by skilled owners, who often spent hundreds of hours on each car. They were true pieces of combined art and contemporary technology. Cherished by their owners, they now are coveted by collectors and car-buffs the world over. At nearly 20", 50cm, length the Bantam is a commanding presence in any mans den, library, office, or reception area. Truly hand tooled, traditionally die stamped body parts, in aluminum, brass and polished mahogany wood. Lift the hood; admire the replica engine. Turn the cockpit wheel and angle the front wheels. Smell the luxurious leather of the drivers seat. This is a touch of car history. High-tech nostalgia at its best.

PC012G Authentic Models Bantam Midget Model Car, Green

PC013 Authentic Models BB Korn Model Car

The 1930s Indy Toy BB Korn Car with Detailed Dash and Rubber Tires number PC013 by Authentic Models is a part of the Automobile Collection and measures 20.75L x 9.75W x 7H inches and weights 8.45 lbs. and is packaged in factory box, label. Technically skilled enthusiasts of the 1930s loved to race the legendary B.B. Korn cars around the club tracks. Called tether cars or Spindizzies, they reached incredible speeds, and inspired thousands to improve and invent. The founder of the B.B. Korn Manufacturing Company, Barney Korn, produced several tether car models that now, as vintage antiques, achieve astounding sums at auction. For the children of his clients Mr. Korn designed and built "The Indianapolis", a non-powered pre-war giveaway. It was meant to enthuse children and get them to participate in motoring activities. Our Indy toy car pays homage to Korns legacy with detailed dash, rubber tires, and hand-polished aluminum body.

PC013G Authentic Models BB Korn Model Car, Green

PC013R Authentic Models BB Korn Model Car, Red

The 1930s Red BB Korn Toy Car with Detailed Dash and Rubber Tires number PC013R by Authentic Models is a part of the Automobile Collection and measures 20.75L x 9.75W x 7H inches and weights 8.45 lbs. and is packaged in factory box, label. Technically skilled enthusiasts of the 1930s loved to race the legendary B.B. Korn cars around the club tracks. Called tether cars or Spindizzies, they reached incredible speeds, and inspired thousands to improve and invent. The founder of the B.B. Korn Manufacturing Company, Barney Korn, produced several tether car models that now, as vintage antiques, achieve astounding sums at auction. For the children of his clients Mr. Korn designed and built "The Indianapolis", a non-powered pre-war giveaway. It was meant to enthuse children and get them to participate in motoring activities. Our Indy toy car pays homage to Korns legacy with detailed dash, rubber tires, and hand-polished aluminum body.

PC014 Authentic Models Silberpfeil Model Car

The Silberpfeil 1934 Mercedes W25 Silver Arrow Grand Prix Race Car number PC014 by Authentic Models is a part of the Automobile Collection and measures 12.25L x 5.75W x 3.5H inches and weights 1.95 lbs. and is packaged in printed box. Legend has it that in 1934 during the Nurburgring German Grand Prix racing event the Mercedes W25 was 1 kilo over the allowed weight. In order to correct the problem the managers decided to scrape all of the traditional white paint off the car down to bright and shining silver aluminum. They went on to win the race and the name Silver Arrow was born.

PC014B Authentic Models Silberpfeil Black Model Car, Red Seat

PC014R Authentic Models Silberpfeil Model Car, Red Seat

The Silberpfeil Silver Arrow 1934 Mercedes W25 Red Seat Racing Car number PC014R by Authentic Models is a part of the Automobile Collection and measures 12.25L x 5.75W x 3.5H inches and weights 1.95 lbs. and is packaged in printed box. Legend has it that in 1934 during the Nurburgring German Grand Prix racing event the Mercedes W25 was 1 kilo over the allowed weight. In order to correct the problem the managers decided to scrape all of the traditional white paint off the car down to bright and shining silver aluminum. They went on to win the race and the name Silver Arrow was born.

PC016 Authentic Models Blue Racer Model Car