Marx Tin Lithographed Windup “Mechanical Fire Chief Car” in Box *SOLD*

Marx Tin Lithographed Windup “Mechanical Fire Chief Car” in Box

We have for you this tin, lithographed, windup “Mechanical Fire Chief Car” in box that was manufactured by Louis Marx & Company of New York City, New York.            

When wound with its dedicated key this working vehicle travels forward. The rubber tires are still intact, but as per usual with toys of this age, they may have petrified, warped, and/or cracked. We did not notice any problems with the rubber tires. The box is in great condition.

This piece is in great 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 are to be expected from age and play. It is approximately 11 ½” L. We invite you to view the photos to further determine quality and condition.    

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

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 companies 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.