Marx ca. 1940s Tin Lithographed Windup No. 1 Dick Tracy Siren Squad Car for Sale

Marx ca. 1940s Tin Lithographed Windup No. 1 Dick Tracy Siren Squad Car

This is a ca. 1940s tin, lithographed, windup Dick Tracy No. 1 Siren Squad Car that was manufactured by Louis Marx & Co. of New York City, New York.          

The windup has been tested and works, the siren wails when the motor goes. The battery-operated light has not been tested.

This piece is in all original condition with no breaks, restorations, repairs, or touch-ups. This piece shows the usual patina, fading, dust, chips, scuffs, surface rust, scratches, missing accessories, and wear that is to be expected from age and play. This is approximately 11” L. We invite you to view the photos to further determine the quality and condition.

A brief history of Louis Marx & Company of New York City, New York:              

1919 – 1979

Founder: Louis Marx

Specialty: Louis Marx and Company was an American toy manufacturer in business from about 1919 to 1980 founded in New York City by Louis & David Marx. Its products were often imprinted with the slogan, “One of the many Marx toys, have you all of them?” Arguably, Marx was the most well-known toy company through the late mid-20th century. Best known for their lithographed tin windup toys Marx was also one of the big four among American electric train manufacturers. Interestingly, Marx also successfully revived the Yo-Yo in 1928; it sold well even through the Depression.    

Linemar Co. Inc. or more simply Linemar Toys was the trade name under which Marx toys were manufactured in Japan, and then sold in the United States and other countries. The reason for making Linemar toys in Japan was to keep costs down. Under the Linemar name, Marx produced The Flintstones and other licensed toy vehicles (Linemar Tin Toys 2015). The Linemar line also included airplanes that were produced in the colors of KLM, Pan Am, and other airlines.