FUNMATES **GO CARS** FORD THUNDERBIRD 1:40 SCALE 1960's PROMOTIONAL

FUNMATES **GO CARS** FORD THUNDERBIRD 1:40 SCALE 1960's PROMOTIONAL TOY USED Funmates' most well-known offering was a series of Ford vehicles sealed in plastic on the sides of Proctor & Gamble detergent packages for 1971 and 1972 (The Accelerator, 2008). They were marketed as "Go Cars" and had a spring loaded handle with a three inch long narrow metal rod that slipped into a hole in the back of the car. When not in use the handle could be stored in another hole to the back right of the bumper. The handle was molded in the same color as the car. The car shot across the floor when a small black lever was depressed.  These cars were produced in about 1:40 scale (they were 5 inches long) and included Ford Torinos (in 1971 and 1972 body styles), a Ford Mustang Mach 1, a Maverick, a Thunderbird, a Mercury Cougar, and a Mercury Montego. They were molded in polystyrene plastic and came in light lime green, orange, yellow, beige, white and a dark maroon red. They appeared almost to be smaller versions of American promotional models, though the orange and maroon colors of plastic were not so opaque in appearance like in traditional 1:25 scale promotional models. It was curious that there were no dark greens or blues in the color offerings. The cars had very accurate proportions and good detail. Chassis were molded in a silver gray as were wheels. Tires were a hard black plastic. Because of the launching mechanism there were no interiors. This is the Thunderbird, and it is beautiful. The car is used and has some scratches. The launcher is included but is incomplete.  I think there is a spring that is missing. Since these came in laundry detergent most them ended up in the hands of kids and were destroyed. However, they are so well made, that the survivors are usually in good condition. If you collect Ford, Thunderbirds, rare Promo’s, or Funmate this a chance to add a very unique piece to your collection. (1:40 Scale) T hese parts are being sold as is. Good for parts or restoration.  Please look at all pictures to determine conditions. The pieces will be wrapped carefully, put into a box with padding and shipped by U.S. Priority Mail. International Shipping via International First class with cost to be determined at close of auction. Winner of the auction must contact us via email within 24 hours of winning the auction to confirm payment and shipping instructions. Payment must be made within four days of close of the auction. We do combine shipping charges when you win more than one auction within the same time,  so win more than one of our auctions and save on shipping ! Please note: Make sure that your correct shipping address is listed in Pricetronic BEFORE bidding. The Pricetronic shipping process does not allow for changes in destination countries after auctions are completed. Thanks for bidding and good luck!

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