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Shelby G.T. 350 Pedal Car - A “Must Have” Pedal Car!
posted by Munchkin @ 8:40 AM
Monday, August 30, 2010
This incredible little pedal car is tricked out in full Shelby colors.
Designed after the world famous 1965 Ford Shelby G.T. 350, this pedal car sports the distinctive hood and side panel striping, Shelby “Cobra” gas cap, and an imprint of Carroll Shelby’s signature on the rear deck.
These pedal cars are the ONLY fully licensed pedal cars by Carroll Shelby and Ford Motor Company and will include a certificate of authenticity.
The sporty Shelby G.T. 350 Pedal Car is a ”must have” for collectors, Shelby enthusiasts and kids alike.
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The Legend is Reborn…
We are proud to introduce the revival of the original ‘65 Mustang Pedal Car.
…The Legend Lives!
The Mustang pedal car is back after more than 35 years and just in time for the all new redesigned ‘05 Ford Mustang.
Built from the original AMF tooling, these cars are authentic in every way and will be coveted by kids, parents and collectors alike.
These cars are great attention-getters!
Another cherished pedal toy the quintessential American Hot Rod, the ‘32 Ford Roadster.
The excitement of this history-making pedal car is certainly captured in this exclusive line of ride-on toys.
The ‘32 Ford Roadster line is a completely new pedal car recreating the distinctive lines of the famous “Deuce Coupe.”
It sure brings back cherished memories, when we were kids and our own pedal car ride.
Definitely an American ”Hot Rod”!
32′ Police Cruiser - Cruzin’ the Neighbourhood!
posted by Munchkin @ 8:01 AM
Sunday, August 29, 2010
As adults it can be very enjoyable surfing through history of these great little pedal toys, because for a lot of us it brings back cherished memories, when we were kids and our own pedal car ride.
For generations pedal cars and ride on toys have been a magical part of childhood and the enduring appeal for these classic toy cars is testimony of the amount of fun and joy they bring to kids. I am sure our children and grandchildren do not contemplate history of the sweet ride they just received.
Just like the 1932 Police Cruiser. This pedal car is all ready to go out and keep the neighborhood safe!
Sporting a dramatic black and white finish, this Police Cruiser pedal car means business. The stunning retro-style graphics (designed from historical sources) and working red light and open-able trunk are sure to make the pedal car a hit with kids and collectors alike.
Kids just want to pedal for fun. Kids are little people on the go with energy to burn and manufacturers have been making pedal cars and ride ons with our children in mind.
The endless hours of fun these very unique toy cars provide lies in their ability to empower a child’s imagination and free their creativity to explore all sorts of adventures.
Yes, pedal cars and ride on toys, like the automobile has made a home for itself in world history. Whatever the adventure, you can watch your child put the pedal to the metal with 1KHP = 1 kid horsepower and 2 foot lbs. of torque.
Kids just want to pedal!
Yes, Pedal Cars And Ride Ons Have History But Kids Pedal For Fun. Part 2
posted by Toy Meister @ 5:11 PM
Friday, May 14, 2010
For generations pedal cars and ride on toys have been a magical part of childhood and enduring appeal for these classic toy cars is testimony of the amount of fun and joy they bring to kids.
Kids are little people on the go with energy to burn and manufacturers have been making pedal cars and ride ons with our children in mind for decades. The joy these pint sized cars were for kids yesterday, is just as magical today as they will be tomorrow
The endless hours of fun these very unique toy cars provide, lies in there ability to empower a child`s imagination and free their creativity to explore all sorts of adventures.
From toddler to pre-teen there is a pedal car or ride on to match your child. From classic hot rod roadsters to fire trucks, even exotic luxury Lamborghinis, Ferraris, and Mercedes. The fun doesn`t stop just with pedal cars. The extended family has grown to include pedal trains, pedal planes, and pedal tractors.
Yes pedal cars and ride on toys, like the automobile has made a home for itself in world history. Whatever the adventure, you can watch your child put the pedal to the metal with 1KHP=1 kid horse power and 2 foot lbs. of torque. You and I know, kids just want to pedal for fun.
Now a pedal car query…. The year was 1965. A pedal car was designed after its full sized parent…What is the model name of this world famous car?
We welcome answers as comments if you like.
Yes, Pedal Cars And Ride Ons Have History But Kids Pedal For Fun. Part 1
posted by Toy Meister @ 8:07 PM
Thursday, May 13, 2010
I was doing a little research history on pedal cars the other day because I was considering buying one as a gift. These wonderful little pedal cars and ride on toys can be traced as far back as the late 1800s.
Pursued through the 1900s in the United States, England, France and Australia, where these pedal toys were wide spread.
In the USA, pedal cars were made by companies such as Toledo with American National Automobiles and Murray with Steelcraft, both based out of Ohio. Model T Roadsters are a familiar pedal car ride with the Steelcraft stamp on it .
In the UK, it was Line Bros., with familiar Tri-ang who made the most popular pedal car in England. The J-40 modeled after the 1949 A-40. In France, there was Bon Marche` selling them before the war and Eureka after the war. Down under in Australia there was Cyclops whose pedal car designs were based on full sized US models at the time.
As adults it can be very enjoyable surfing through history of these great little pedal toys, because for a lot of us it brings back cherished memories, when we were kids and our own special pedal car ride. I am sure our children and grandchildren do not contemplate history of the sweet ride they just received. You and I know, kids just want to pedal for fun.
Now for a pedal car query — What does the J in J-40 stand for?
We welcome answers in the form of comments if you choose.