🚒 Vintage Hubley "Fire Chief" Tin Toy Car - Working Wind-Up, USA Made, Mid-Century Classic DESCRIPTION
This is a genuine vintage Hubley Fire Chief tin toy car, proudly American-made and packed with mid-century charm. Finished in classic firehouse red and white with bold graphics, twin driver illustrations, and a raised red siren dome, this piece has all the character collectors look for. Even better, the pull-back wind-up mechanism is still working, sending this little fire chief scooting along just like it did decades ago. Paint wear, scuffs, and patina are honest signs of a toy that was loved and played with - not a shelf queen, but a survivor. Whether you collect Hubley, vintage vehicles, or firefighting memorabilia, this one earns its spot.
MATERIAL
Painted tin metal, steel components, clockwork wind-up mechanism, rubber wheels
DIMENSIONS
Approx. 8.75 in length x 3.5 in width x 3 in height
WEIGHT
Approx. 1 lb
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN
United States (Lancaster, Pennsylvania)
DATE OF MANUFACTURE
Estimated 1940s-1950s
CONDITION STATEMENT
Good vintage condition with visible paint loss, scratches, surface wear, and patina consistent with age and play. Wind-up pull-back mechanism is functional and propels the car forward. Wheels intact. Underside shows age-appropriate oxidation to metal components. Please review all photos carefully as they are part of the description.
FUN FACT
Hubley's wind-up toys were designed to survive real play - many still function 70+ years later, which is why working examples like this are increasingly collectible.
SHIPPING & HANDLING
Securely packed with care and shipped via USPS Ground Advantage. No returns unless not as described/pictured.
