Retro Motors Collection Vintage Gas Tether Car Collection
Item Details
- Location: Austin, TX 78734
- Country: United States of America
- Lot #: M-0053633
Available for auction is a rare and meticulously curated collection of 7 gas-powered cast steel and polished steel open-wheel tether cars, ranging in scale from 1:24 to 1:12. Highlighting the collection is a remarkable 1:12 polished steel two-cylinder model, an extraordinary piece and the only example of its kind the seller has encountered. 
One car remains unused in its original packaging, adding to the uniqueness of this offering. The seller states each model is in very good to excellent condition, making this an exceptional opportunity for collectors and enthusiasts alike. 
The buyer is responsible for shipping, shipping insurance, handling, and transactional fees. PCARMARKET is not responsible for anything lost or damaged during shipping.
Auction Results
- Sold for: $1,277
- Auction End: Jan 22, 2025 09:05:40PM UTC
- Number of Bids: 13
Comments (18)
@SVROC: Congrats! I will be in touch. Please check out my other collections under Retro Motors live and in the Deal Tank.
Sold for $1,277
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Bidders: The white flag is out. I have these priced to sell at well below their value. Bid em up!
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@useppaisland: You may want to look up the old hobby. These gas powered cars were attached to a string or “tethered” and once running, you guided them in a circle around you or you could drag race by tethering on a straight string, with a pillow at the finish.
Bid in the amount of $125
Hello,
Nice looking race cars. Do they all actually run properly on a track?
Thank you
Bid in the amount of $100