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Vintage L.M. Cox Thimble Drome No. 45 Tether Race Car — Original Unrestored Condition
Offered is a vintage L.M. Cox Manufacturing Co. Thimble Drome No. 45 tether race car, dating approximately to the late 1940s–early 1950s.
This is an original vintage die-cast metal Cox racing car featuring the distinctive cream/yellow body, black cockpit, black rubber tires, and No. 45 racing markings.
The underside is marked:
THIMBLE DROME SPECIAL
L.M. COX MFG. CO.
SANTA ANNA CALIF.
- Substantial original paint loss
- Scratches, scuffs and surface wear
- No. 45 markings remain visible
- Four wheels/tires are present
- Original cockpit and major body components remain
- Body appears solid with no obvious major break
- No engine/motor or power unit is included
- No original box included
- Sold as an unpowered vintage collector/display car
Please examine all photographs carefully. The photographs are considered part of the description and show the actual item you will receive.
COLLECTOR\'S ITEM
A nice opportunity to add an original L.M. Cox / Thimble Drome tether race car to a vintage toy, mechanical toy, Cox racing, or mid-century Americana collection.
The car has not been repainted or restored, so it retains the character and wear of an original vintage example.
Manufacturer: L.M. Cox Manufacturing Co.
Brand: Thimble Drome
Model/Number: No. 45
Type: Tether race car
Material: Die-cast metal
Approx. Era: Late 1940s–early 1950s
Condition: Original/unrestored
Motor: Not included
Box: Not included
