🌿 A vintage mid-20th century English-made tether racing car model in cast metal, measuring approximately 32cm in length, styled after Indianapolis and 1930s Grand Prix racing cars.
🌿 Unlike standard racing tether cars, this example features an open, exposed mechanical layout, with visible engine, drive shaft and gearing, giving it strong visual appeal as a working model and display piece.
🌿 The polished metal body is formed in a streamlined racing shape with open cockpit and red seat, complemented by spoked wheels marked “Indianapolis,” reflecting mid-century interpretations of American racing design.
🌿 The engine housing is stamped “Made in England”, confirming British manufacture or assembly, with an additional stamped number “211 S22”, consistent with a casting or part reference rather than a maker’s mark.
🌿 The open construction suggests this piece was likely produced as a demonstration model, enthusiast-built example, or small-scale workshop production, where the mechanical operation was intended to be visible rather than concealed.
🌿 Tether cars of this type were designed to run on a fixed line, powered by small internal combustion engines, and were popular among hobbyists in the mid-20th century. This example stands apart for its exposed engineering and display-focused design.
🌿 A strong crossover piece appealing to collectors of automobilia, vintage engineering and mechanical curiosities.
Condition
🌿 Structurally solid with good overall form
🌿 Surface wear, scratches and oxidation consistent with age
🌿 Paint wear to engine components and interior
🌿 Wheels intact with age-related wear to tyres - some spokes have come free
🌿 Perspex screen present with minor wear
🌿 No visible damage affecting display integrity
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