Up for sale is an authentic, vintage post-war Hubley Kiddie Toy No. 5 Race Car measuring approximately 7 inches in length. This classic piece features its original molded-in driver, a distinct open-cockpit design, and a prominent raised number "5" on the rear cowl. The underside of the chassis is clearly embossed with the authentic makers marks: "HUBLEY KIDDIE TOY" along with the mold/model numbers "3" and "157".

Condition & Patina Note This toy is in original, uncleaned, and un-restored condition. The vibrant red paint exhibits honest play-wear, scuffs, and paint chipping, which gives it fantastic vintage character and proves its history. The original surfaces have been left completely untouched to preserve the historic integrity and value for serious collectors.

The original red-painted rubber wheels are intact on their original metal axles, showing minor surface oxidation and typical age-appropriate micro-cracking to the rubber, but they remain structurally sound and roll nicely.

Origin & Age

• Manufacturer: Hubley Manufacturing Company (Lancaster, Pennsylvania, USA)

• Circa: Late 1940s to early 1950s

• Material: Cast zinc alloy (pot metal / diecast)

Reference

• Book Title: Hubley Toys

• Author: Steve Butler

• Publisher: Schiffer Publishing

• Note: This 7-inch "Kiddie Toy" open-wheel racing series is a well-documented mid-century staple of Hubley's post-WWII automotive line.

Authenticity Assessment

A close inspection of the toy confirms the crisp, raised relief casting of the internal chassis markings, which reads cleanly and matches the factory standards of Hubley's Lancaster foundry perfectly. Furthermore, the axles showcase the correct, authentic flat-peened factory ends rather than modern screw threads or replacement clips. The natural age-toning, micro-cracking to the red rubber tires, and the exact profile of the integrated driver's helmet all serve as textbook markers verifying this item is a genuine vintage production piece, not a modern reproduction.

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