For sale is a rare FRICTION TOY FORD AUTOMOBILE, HOUSE TRAILER & MOTOR BOAT from M.T. Toys, Japan. This vintage trio of vacation themed toys comes with the original box. This top probably was manufactured in the late 1940s or early 1950s. The three toys are all in great condition with only minor wear consistent with age. The box has some tears and has been written upon. The car when connected to the trailer measures approximately 12-1/2 inches long. The car’s friction drive is in working condition but it may not grip on some surfaces or only roll a short distance. The boat can fit inside of the back of the house camper or be strapped to the car’s roof. The car also has a tow hitch to pull the camper. A terrific collectible vintage tin toy from Japan.
In 1923, Masudaya Modern Toys, also known as Masudaya, was founded in Tokyo, Japan. During post-World War II era, the company was one of the leading builders of tin type mechanical and battery-operated toys. Masudaya normally identifies their toys using the M-T, or Modern Toys logo.
