When it came to the Joe 90 series vehicles, Century 21 Toys produced just the two . A friction drive Sam's Car, which, while the design is quite attractive, it was just a friction drive toy with a couple of bland features like an opening bonnet and spring suspension. On top of that it is a surprisingly small toy.
Joe's Car on the other hand came as a friction drive, as well as the much more appealing battery operated version.
It's a much bigger toy than Sam's Car, and quite robust.
Although both types look exactly the same, the battery operated version has illuminated headlights as it moves forwards and backwards using the remote control . The wings spring out automatically, and the car can be steered by altering a lever at the back which turns the back wheels.
Amazing. Thanks for posting this.
ReplyDeleteNo problem, Will.
DeleteStunning. Such an iconic design
ReplyDeleteVery true Bill. It's certainly a distinctive design and good for merchandising. I don't suppose Sam's car would have been a big seller at the time.
DeleteI like Sam's car quite a bit. As semi futuristic auto designs go it's a WINner
ReplyDeleteGroan!! ; )
DeleteYeah, it is a nice design Will, but I reckon its an 'also ran' when you compare it to the Jet Air Car.
I can't argue with that. I would love to add the friction drive version of the Jet Car to my collection. The price for one today would probably give me a coronary.
ReplyDeleteYou can pick up the rather nice Dinky Sams car reasonably and the much later Vivid Image Macs car, even more so
ReplyDeleteThe Vivid. Imaginations Jetcar is really nice. Added one to the collection a few months back. Sam'scar still eludes me.
ReplyDeleteOkay! Found a red Sam Loover'scar on Ebay. Auction ends in 5 days so we'll see. I won't let it get away that easily.
ReplyDeleteWe'll keep our fingers crossed for you Will. : )
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