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Otaco, Minnitoy Fina Oil Tanker
Estimate:
CA$900 - CA$1,200
Sold
CA$1,000
Live Auction
Toys, Motorcycles & Automobilia | The Late Howard Meyer Legacy Collection
Size
7.5" x 9" x 28".
Category
Description
Canadian. 1950s. Manufactured in Orillia, Ontario by Otaco (Orillia Tudhope Anderson Company). Private label trucks were a Minnitoys specialty. Minnitoys were created primarily for the post-war 'baby boom' market. They were large, sturdy and strong enough to accommodate a small child's weight. Marked on doors of cab. Wheels are marked "Minitoy" (with only one 'n'). The error was never corrected.
Condition
Complete and untouched original. Generalized scratches and oxidization. Some very fine scratches and abrasion to surface, likely from aggressive cleaning. Driver side bumper tip has an area of flaking due to impact. Loss along the fenders and minor losses to the decal on the driver side door.
Medium
Pressed steel.
Provenance
The Howie Meyer Legacy Collection.