Cox Gas Thimble Drome 1950 ' S Tether Race Car Restored Mercedes W196 & Driver
Item History & Price
1954 - 55 Cox Mercedes .049 gas powered W196 tether race car restored as one of a kind in 1:16 scale. Made in USA 1960s, this 14 inch long car is "The Holy Grail of Cox Models". Makes a great display set, complete 2 part automotive paint and restoration by Tony O the Xaviator. This one of a kind" Silver Arrow" vintage tether race car is 13 inches long. Very good condition the engine turns and has compression. Also included is a custom aluminum tether arm, leather seat, four pages of Factory inst...ructions and a commemorative half dollar coin. The Cox Mercedes W196 is a model of famous Mercedes Benz factory F1 racing "Silver Shadow" race car. The car made its debut in the 1954 French Grand Prix. After winning 2 World Championships and 9 of the 12 races entered, the race car was retired after the horrible 1955 Le Mans wreck that killed 84 people. One of the original cars recently sold for 29.8 Million pounds. Please check photos as they are part of the description and this is the car you will receive. A great add to any serious collection. Carefully packaged SHIPS FAST FREE and with full insurance in US. International buyer is responsible for any import fees or local taxes. No International returns. We do not falsify amounts to customs.........Your Satisfaction is our Goal....... Buy with confidence.
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