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Vintage Bandai No. 4090 Police Auto Cycle battery-operated police motorcycle toy, made in Japan circa the 1960s.A fantastic example of classic Japanese postwar tin toy manufacturing, this large police motorcycle features a white tinplate Honda-style motorcycle with chrome-tone detailing, rubber tires, molded plastic police officer rider and the original blue wired handheld control unit.The motorcycle retains a tremendous amount of character and detail, including:• Honda emblem on the fuel tank
• Front “POLICE” sign
• Policeman in bright blue uniform with helmet and goggles
• Red police lights
• Chrome-tone handlebars, wheels and rear luggage rack
• Rubber tires
• Stabilizing wheel underneath the motorcycle
• Original wired battery/control unit with steering wheel and colored control buttonsThe toy measures approximately 11.8 inches / 30 cm long.This example displays very nicely for its age. There is expected vintage wear including scratches, scuffs, paint loss, discoloration, surface dirt and small areas of oxidation consistent with a toy that is approximately 60 years old. The controller also shows age and use.The battery-operated functions have not been tested and no guarantee is made regarding mechanical or electrical operation. Sold as a vintage collectible in its present condition.Please examine all photographs carefully, as they are an important part of the description and show the exact item you will receive.A great piece for collectors of Bandai toys, Japanese tinplate toys, vintage battery-operated toys, police toys, Honda motorcycle memorabilia or mid-century Japanese toys.
