Bidspirit auction | Louis Marx Tin Lithographed Friction

Louis Marx Tin Lithographed Friction Volunteer Fire Dept Chief Car - A Louis Marx tin lithographed friction-driven 'Volunteer Fire Dept Chief' car. The toy features a two-tone red and off-white body with mid-century American car styling, including prominent fins and a detailed grille. It is marked ”MARX” on the front grille, ”CHIEF V.F.D.” on the hood and roof, ”VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPT.” and ”HEADQUARTERS” along the sides, and ”CHIEF” and the number ”4117” on the rear. Lithographed details depict fire personnel in uniform within the windows and a circular emblem repeating ”VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPT.” and ”CHIEF” on the rear and side.