This model first appeared in October 1988 and holes the distinction of being the first horse-drawn to have a permanent driver, painted manes, collars and tails on the horses, not forgetting the driver’s bowler hat. The model consists of a cast body and footplate, a separate horse shaft and bogie, a plastic single piece driver’s seat and advertising headboard, driver and separate lower and upper beer barrels.
The American Automobile Association (AAA) was founded in 1902 to serve the nation’s travelers. In the nearly 95 years since its inception, the number of vehicles on American highways has grown dramatically, and AAA has always responded to the challenge.
One thing every driver needs is reliable road service when a vehicle breaks down. Sometimes AAA can service a car right at the sight by changing a tire, filling the gas tank, or charging a battery. But there are times when the automobile must be taken into the shop. That’s when the AAA Towing and Service vehicle has always been essential.
In the ‘50s, the Sunset Gasoline service station’s Towing and
Service truck was just such a vehicle. The station was part of the wide AAA network,
and its truck came to the relief of motorrists with in its jurisdiction. After inspecting
the problem and determining that the car must be towed, the mechanic used the powerful
towing winch to bring the car back to the station where it was given the quality
repair service that has always been a trademark of AAA. And now, the AAA Towing
and Service vehicle 1955 Chevy 3100 is part of The Fabulous Fifties Road Service
Collection.
Matchbox Yesteryear No.YRS-02 – 1953 Ford F100 Flying “A” Tire Service was manufactured by Matchbox Collectibles in China in the year 1996.
The model features a 1953 Ford pickup truck in black with a white roof. The word "Tempo" is printed on the side along with the Flying “A” logo. The pickup truck is equipped with tire repair tools including an air compressor, jack, wrench, 5 new tire racks, emergency lights, and mirrors. The interior is transparent with a white finish. The vehicle has a metal suspension, removable rubber wheels, and carries 1 spare tire beneath the chassis.
This diecast car model is one of six in Matchbox's Fabulous Fifties diecast car series, all of which depict various service vehicles that were common on American highways in the 1950s. These services included tire maintenance, battery services, forklifts, and engine repairs. The winged letter "A" on the vehicle represents the logo of The Associated Oil Company, which was familiar to Americans during that time, dating back to 1920.
This diecast vehicle comes in new condition, complete with its original box and warranty card. The warranty card contains the history of the Ford Flying “A” car and its association with The Associated Oil Company.
Matchbox Models of Yesteryear Y-18C 1918 Atkinson Steam Lorry was made in England by Matchbox International in 1986. It is 11 cm long an...
