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Mom’s Taxi Vintage Pink Car Mug 1989 Applause Novelty Cup Wheels
Mom’s Taxi Vintage Pink Car Mug 1989 Applause Novelty Cup Wheels
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🚗💗 Mom's Taxi Pink Cartoon Car Mug w Wheels - Applause 1989 Hand Painted Novelty Cup
Description
Buckle up - this cheerful little ride is pure 1980s parenting humor in ceramic form. This whimsical "Mom's Taxi" novelty mug by Applause captures the chaos of family carpools with bright cartoon graphics, rolling wheels, and a soft pink finish that absolutely screams late-80s charm. Whether you're a collector of vintage characterware or just a parent who's logged a few thousand unpaid taxi miles, this piece delivers both nostalgia and a good laugh.
Crafted in 1989 and hand-painted, the mug features expressive cartoon passengers and functioning rolling wheels that make it as fun to display as it is to use. It's substantial ceramic construction with glossy glaze and playful detailing throughout. A perfect conversation starter for the kitchen, office, or retro mug collection.
🔎 Item Identification
Brand/Maker: Applause Inc.
Item Type: Novelty figural mug
Year/Era: 1989
Material: Hand-painted ceramic
Color: Pink with multicolor graphics
Country of Origin: Thailand
Notable Markings: Applause label on base; care label present
Theme: Mom's Taxi family cartoon
Approx. Dimensions:
Height: ~4.5 in
Length: ~6 in (wheel to wheel)
Width: ~3.5 in
📏 Material
Hand-painted glazed ceramic with metal wheel axles and plastic wheels.
📐 Dimensions
Height: ~4.5 inches
Length: ~6 inches
Width: ~3.5 inches
⚖️ Weight
Approx. 1-1.5 lbs (estimated)
🌎 Country of Origin
Thailand
🗓 Date of Manufacture
1989 (per manufacturer label)
🧭 Condition Statement
Good vintage condition with light age-appropriate wear. Graphics remain bright and glossy. Wheels roll properly. Minor surface wear and small paint imperfections consistent with vintage hand-painted pieces. Manufacturer care label partially worn. Please review photos carefully for full condition detail.
🎉 Fun Fact
Applause novelty mugs from the late '80s were often sold in specialty gift shops and mall kiosks - long before "mom life" memes were a thing. This little car was basically the original minivan mood. 😆
📦 Shipping & Handling
Securely packed with care and shipped via USPS Ground Advantage.
🔁 Returns
Packaged securely with care and shipped via USPS Ground Advantage. No returns unless not as described/pictured.
Description
Buckle up - this cheerful little ride is pure 1980s parenting humor in ceramic form. This whimsical "Mom's Taxi" novelty mug by Applause captures the chaos of family carpools with bright cartoon graphics, rolling wheels, and a soft pink finish that absolutely screams late-80s charm. Whether you're a collector of vintage characterware or just a parent who's logged a few thousand unpaid taxi miles, this piece delivers both nostalgia and a good laugh.
Crafted in 1989 and hand-painted, the mug features expressive cartoon passengers and functioning rolling wheels that make it as fun to display as it is to use. It's substantial ceramic construction with glossy glaze and playful detailing throughout. A perfect conversation starter for the kitchen, office, or retro mug collection.
🔎 Item Identification
Brand/Maker: Applause Inc.
Item Type: Novelty figural mug
Year/Era: 1989
Material: Hand-painted ceramic
Color: Pink with multicolor graphics
Country of Origin: Thailand
Notable Markings: Applause label on base; care label present
Theme: Mom's Taxi family cartoon
Approx. Dimensions:
Height: ~4.5 in
Length: ~6 in (wheel to wheel)
Width: ~3.5 in
📏 Material
Hand-painted glazed ceramic with metal wheel axles and plastic wheels.
📐 Dimensions
Height: ~4.5 inches
Length: ~6 inches
Width: ~3.5 inches
⚖️ Weight
Approx. 1-1.5 lbs (estimated)
🌎 Country of Origin
Thailand
🗓 Date of Manufacture
1989 (per manufacturer label)
🧭 Condition Statement
Good vintage condition with light age-appropriate wear. Graphics remain bright and glossy. Wheels roll properly. Minor surface wear and small paint imperfections consistent with vintage hand-painted pieces. Manufacturer care label partially worn. Please review photos carefully for full condition detail.
🎉 Fun Fact
Applause novelty mugs from the late '80s were often sold in specialty gift shops and mall kiosks - long before "mom life" memes were a thing. This little car was basically the original minivan mood. 😆
📦 Shipping & Handling
Securely packed with care and shipped via USPS Ground Advantage.
🔁 Returns
Packaged securely with care and shipped via USPS Ground Advantage. No returns unless not as described/pictured.
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