Howdy all
I'm in the midst of restoring a Lionel #1107, Donald Duck Handcar from 1936-37. This was the clockwork companion to the Mickey and Minnie Handcar first issued in 1934. Thousands of these were sold for $1 each ( with track ) during those dark days of the depression, giving kids that could otherwise not afford a train something to run under the tree.
I aquired this partially complete example years ago from a neighbor who dug it out of an old drive shed where it had sat neglected for years. At the time I had no idea what it was but have since found out some info. Now that I'm restoring this item I need some missing pieces. Both Disney figures ( Donald and Pluto ) are missing. I believe these to be made of stamped metal. Donald is about 6-7" tall and I assume is pivoted to move as if operating the handcar while Pluto ( on the other end of the cars doghouse ) bobs his head.
If anyone has these two figures and is willing to part with them I'd sure appreciate it. I understand that these items probably won't be cheap so take your best shot.
Also, if anyone has more historical or technical info on the Donald and Pluto Handcar I'd love to hear it.
Thanks in advance
Bruce Webster
