A beautifully engineered vintage Schuco “Grand Prix Racer” No.1070 tinplate toy car, made in Western Germany c.1950s.
Finished in bright red with white racing number “2,” this charming model features working steering and gear controls, and a folding windscreen — hallmarks of Schuco’s precision design. The base is clearly marked “Schuco,” “1070,” and “Grand Prix Racer.”
A fine collector’s example with wonderful display presence.
A beautifully engineered vintage Schuco “Grand Prix Racer” No.1070 tinplate toy car, made in Western Germany c.1950s.
Finished in bright red with white racing number “2,” this charming model features working steering and gear controls, and a folding windscreen — hallmarks of Schuco’s precision design. The base is clearly marked “Schuco,” “1070,” and “Grand Prix Racer.”
A fine collector’s example with wonderful display presence.
Details:
Maker: Schuco, Western Germany
Model: No.1070 “Grand Prix Racer”
Date: circa 1950s
Material: Lithographed tinplate, rubber tyres
Dimensions: approx. 17 cm long
Features: working steering & gear lever, foldable windscreen
Key missing – mechanism untested
Condition: very good vintage condition; light age wear only
A superb mid-century German tinplate car — highly collectible and beautifully made.
