This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 9/12/2024
Yonezawa Champion’s Racer 98. Japan: Yonezawa, ca. 1950s. Lithograph tin toy friction race car modeled after Troy Ruttman’s Indianapolis 500 winning “Agajanian Special” race car. Approximately 20” long. Worn. Scuffing throughout; re-painted in multiple areas including the helmet, back tires, flame decals, and windshield. Tires slightly misshapen. Grill has been replaced, possibly other small elements as well. Friction mechanism not functional.