20th Jun, 2015 10:00
RREC Burghley House
Austin Pathfinder Pedal Car **
Sold for £4,950
(including buyers premium)
A completely restored example of this scarce and highly collectable child's pedal car, being based on the supercharged twin-cam Austin Seven pre-war racer. It was produced in the same factory as the better-known J40 pedal car in South Wales, employing disabled miners to help them get back into employment. Introduced in 1949, the model was only produced for one year, hence its scarcity today. Made from pressed steel (which incidentally is of the same gauge as used for full size Austin cars of the period) painted in cream livery with grille & correct bonnet badge. The detachable bonnet is held on place by two straps, which when removed reveals a miniature faux twin cam engine, with dummy spark plugs. The car rides on the correct three spoked metal wheels, clad by pneumatic tyres, whilst the interior features a padded cloth seat and detailed dashboard, plus a three spoke steering wheel. A very good example and exceptional display piece.
Auction: RREC Burghley House, 20th Jun, 2015
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