ca 1926 Steiff Tretomobil Pedal Car Voiture Pedale Restored

Description

This circa 1926 Steiff Tretomobil wood frame pedal car is in very good restored condition. These is a scarce pedal car. The peach, orange, red and blue are the correct color scheme for this model. Steiff Company is famous for there Steiff teddy bears, with the little logo of the bear stamped into the bears ear. This pedal car has the same Steiff teddy bear logo designed into a head badge on the grille assembly. This car has a unique drive train assembly. The pedal rods are made of wood. The brake assembly lever is located between your legs. When you pull up on the lever, a wooden wheel presses against the drive wheel to slow the pedal car. The steering assembly is a U shaped bar, that moves from left to right by a metal gear, located just underneath the hood. The tear drop design metal blinker is located on the windshield bar. The metal hood, grille, drive assembly and 3/4's of the fenders are original to the car. There are not many survivors of these pedal cars. The metal is very thin which caused them to rust. Also during war time, mostly all metal in Europe was to be used for military vehicles and misc.  Please look at the pictures to help with the description. Ask your questions please. The pedal car measures 48" x 24" wide x 20" high (top of steering wheel). This item can be picked up at your expense. U-Ship is a fast and economical way to ship this item. U-Ship shipping is handled by the buyer. You pay the carrier when you receive your item. I will help with your shipping arrangements. Payment is due in 3 days, otherwise this item will be relisted. Cash on pick up. Thank you.