Missing the hook. 7.60, 9.50 The restoration went down well with collectors. A Tonka truck in mint condition will definitely be worth more than a similar one that features slight denting or paint loss on a few edges. The retro look makes it an attractive centerpiece for any collection. This old sanitary service truck has a working hydraulic scoop and was sold with two matching dumpsters. from 19.29, from 21.43 Sellers looking to grow their business and reach more interested buyers can use Etsys advertising platform to promote their items. This 1959 pickup No. Sale Price 22.50 VINTAGE 1959 BLUE TONKA TRUCK CAB PART $25.00 $8.62 shipping Vintage 1960's Turquoise Tonka Toys Pressed Steel Camper Pickup Truck # 530 box $394.89 $14.20 shipping Vintage Blue Steel Tonka Pickup Truck Farm Cattle Vehicle Original $5.00 1 bid $10.95 shipping 3d Tonka Fisherman Truck w/ Original boat motor and trailer . Original Price SGD 13.70 The metallic bronze truck has a few chips in the paint, but no significant dents or damage. Ships from United States. Bottom line: Tonka toys were meant to be miniature versions of real vehicles, and this one didn't miss the mark. Produced in the 1960s, the truck is immaculately clean, gently played with and in near mint condition. Etsys 100% renewable electricity commitment includes the electricity used by the data centers that host Etsy.com, the Sell on Etsy app, and the Etsy app, as well as the electricity that powers Etsys global offices and employees working remotely from home in the US. Original Tonka Blue Farm Stake Bed Dump Truck Pressed Steel 1960's Vintage USA VintageHisandHers (20) $45.00 Tonka Trucks on blue background, quilting fabric, Camelot Fabrics StitchinItUpShop (668) $3.50 Tonka Truck Fabric by the Yard - Blue Tonka Trucks - Camelot 95060103-1 BirtlesFabrics (7,895) $4.75 Captcha failed to load. Tonka really thought of everything. (15% off), Keep collections to yourself or inspire other shoppers! Vintage Blue Metal Tonka Tow Truck Toy Pickup Truck (14.8k) $10.00 1978 PETERBUILT Super Kings Tow Truck - Matchbox - Diecast Steel (4.2k) $11.99 Vintage TOY CARS - Lot - Matchbox, Hot Wheels, Tonka, Majorette (195) $12.00 1992 1994 Tonka Metal Trucks (57) $12.99 Vintage Tonka Tow Truck, Cement Mixer and Tractor Pull, 1992-1998 (97) $27.00 View cart for details. We've sent you an email to confirm your subscription. 242.24, 254.99 18 $150.00 + $19.95 shipping Tonka AA 24 Hour Wrecker Tow Truck, Pressed Steel, Vintage Sponsored $109.99 + $19.99 shipping Vintage 1950's/1960's Pressed Steel AA Tonka Wrecker Tow Truck $94.00 + $22.97 shipping Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for VINTAGE TOY 4 1/2" LONG METAL BLUE TONKA TOW TRUCK at the best online prices at eBay! It was also fixed up with new handles headlights, axles, hub caps, bumpers and tires. In 1954, Tonka made a toy version of the company's delivery truck. But collectors who want a vintage truck that looks as it did when it first rolled off the factory line will love it. But it looks amazing. By using this theme, this Tonka truck excited back in the days by touching on two of kids best loves game fun and refreshment. Vintage Tonka Blue Tow Truck Pressed Metal 3" Recovery Truck 9.95 Click & Collect 3.35 postage SPONSORED Tonka Tow Truck Pick-Up Break Down Vintage 13" Red Yellow Chrome 1983 80's ! It wont suit purists. Items will be shipped within 5 to 7 days, but almost always sooner. Original Price 84.02 The Tonka Fire Truck was not just about big fun. Tonka. But while this is a very handsome truck, its not without its condition issues. Most of the back of the plow has been repainted. Sale Price from 19.29 This one came onto the market in 2022 with an asking price of $220. To complete the theme, the truck advertises Morrell Meats, which rings like the meat processing company John Morrell and Co. And one of the lights from the plow bracket is missing. And the T. Book Today! Generally, older vintage pieces tend to be more valuable. 555 $10.00 + $15.00 shipping Vintage Green Tonka Tow Truck/ Wrecker $200.00 Vintage Tonka Toy Tow/Wrecker Truck Blue Pressed Steel 1970's. C $33.46 + C $35.86 shipping. This 1955 Allied Van Lines model had been restored when it came to the market in 2022. This 1956 Dodge Holsum bread van was too worn to sell in its original state, so it was sandblasted down to the metal, then primed, sanded, and painted orange. This 1950s Flavor-Kist truck was made on a 1:16th scale. from 11.36, from 14.19 All the parts were present and correct too. The large camper van measures nearly 2 feet in length, and the inside is highly detailed, featuring a miniature refrigerator and original Tonka decals. The production run was small, making this a rare survivor. Its got a few scuffs and scratches, but still looks great. Bottom line: Toys with working parts are so much cooler than ones that just sit there and look pretty. (30% off), Sale Price 12.55 28.00 Click & Collect 5.75 postage Replacement water slide decal set for Tonka Gambles truck 6.75 3.88 postage 22 watching Tonka Truck. Even with some slight yellowing in places, we'd gladly take a road trip in it. Minute Maid is a product line of beverages. Condition is as important to vintage pieces (including Tonka trucks) as the location is to real estate. Still, the private label made this 22-inch Tonka toy a toughie to find, so it went for a few hundred dollars despite the mediocre condition. We spotted a couple of pinpoint marks, but that was all. Bottom line: Did you know the Jolly Green giant is nearly a century old? Original Price 254.99 All the ladders, sirens, and extinguishers are all there and work properly. Its original, bright red paint is just as glossy as the day it hit the shelves in 1960, and the truck doesn't have a single crack or scratch on it. The Tonka fire truck comes with free-wheeling action. The fantastic condition of this 1965 wrecker track saw it attract a bidding frenzy when it was auctioned online. Some of the technologies we use are necessary for critical functions like security and site integrity, account authentication, security and privacy preferences, internal site usage and maintenance data, and to make the site work correctly for browsing and transactions. The company became Tonka Toys Incorporated in 1955, and the rest is history. 145 was a large, pressed steel Tonka Toy that was sold for several seasons in the 1960s. Toys like this were made to play rough with, digging in dirty sandboxes and mud piles, so it's a wonder this one was kept in mint condition. (20% off), Sale Price SGD 74.04 Vintage Tonka trucks are fine collectibles because of their nostalgic appeal. Original Price 16.57 Youll see ad results based on factors like relevancy, and the amount sellers pay per click. (25% off), Sale Price SGD 76.87 Were going to look at 19 of the most valuable Tonka trucks to have come to the market. 875-5 first appeared in Tonka's 1955 catalog. Original Price 22.72 There are a few tiny marks to the paintwork, and theres no box. It comes with its original grille, but some of the other parts are replacements. C $100.23. 53.28, 59.20 I believe this version came out in 1953 and is number 250. While it would have been worth even more with a perfect coat of paint, it still sold for over $1,000. Original Price 8.54 to determine the range of years your truck was made, then look for minor This road grader is another Tonka truck you may want to add to your collection. Image Credit: Valuable Vintage Tonka Trucks This 1960s model of a U.S. Army Caterpillar truck is quite rare. Judging by the design, it was likely made in the 1960s. 36. (25% off), Sale Price 15.90 50, 51 This type of data sharing may be considered a sale of information under California privacy laws. It measures 5.1 inches long, 3.2 inches tall and 2.3 inches wide. This 1971 model used brighter, neon paint and more modern wheels than some of the earlier Tonka designs. Minn. Its being sold at an online auction, and bidding at the time of writing was brisk. Between 1958 and 1961, there were color changes to the logo. Original Price SGD 18.07 Original Price 14.76 Its finished in bright yellow, with red, white and black logos. The Minute Maid truck is among the private label series of Tonka Toys. Model number 2435 was made of pressed steel and came with a plow, and judging by the pictures, this one was in mint condition. It's almost miraculous that a truck made in the 1950s has held up so well. The sand loader moves. (10% off), Sale Price 28.51 Something went wrong. Now, it's hard to find a complete set up for sale. Different lingo is used to describe pieces condition in the industry. . All of the items are a shade of mint green with white and cream accents. It has fresh white paintwork with attractive advertising decals. The red and white paintwork is all original. Set where you live, what language you speak and the currency you use. Those partners may have their own information theyve collected about you. Etsy is powered by 100% renewable electricity. Bottom line: This pressed steel Tonka Fisherman pickup truck was a refurbishment project by a seasoned reseller and restoration expert. The only way you'd find one in better shape is to get ahold of one that's new in its original, unopened box. There are a few signs of wear and tear to this one. It stands 3.5 inches high, is 7.5 inches long and 3 inches wide. The plexiglass shell of the cab was cut with a saw. On the edge of the trailer, it still has M.F.D. The gently-played-with vehicle was stored in a glass showcase for years before it sold on eBay for $375. Vintage Blue Metal Tonka Tow Truck Toy Pickup Truck (14.8k) $10.00 Studio E Multicolored Construction Trucks and Vehicles Blocked Cotton Fabric by the Panel (7.1k) $14.00 FREE shipping 1970s Mini TONKA Tow Truck / Cattle Farm Trucks $85.00 Vintage 1970's Blue and Red Metal Tonka Style Hook Tow Truck Toy (423) $12.00 changes like the Logo and grill type used. This refrigerated Tonka truck which was manufactured in 1954 is very rare today making it command a hefty fee. The cardboard liner is still in place, and the box itself is in crisp condition. SGD 12.32, SGD 13.70 Free shipping for many products! Tonka made tons of lifelike equipment that were miniature models of the real thing, including these bulk storage fuel tanks. Bottom line: Produced between 1963 and 1966, the Tonka GR 2-2431 Military Green Grader is a favorite among collectors. And there are some great details, like pressure gauges and an emergency light. This has been maintained to date. (20% off), Sale Price 60.47 Bottom line: Look at this beauty. Original Price 8.95 Can't you just see it with a miniature Christmas tree loaded on the bed? Bottom line: Tonka really went the extra mile for authenticity. How can Bottom line: Tonka Tanker No. Where are the model numbers on Tonka trucks? 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