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Otaco, Minnitoy Irving Oil Tanker
Estimate:
CA$900 - CA$1,200
Sold
CA$1,200
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. This is the French version with the word gas spelled "GAZ" on the rear decal. Marked on doors of cab. Wheels are marked "Minitoy" (with only one 'n'). The error was never corrected.
Condition
Complete and untouched original. Some losses on decals. Surface scratches. Minor dings/impressions on the top and lower portion of tanker. Displays well.
Medium
Pressed steel.
Provenance
The Howie Meyer Legacy Collection.