Canadian. 1949-Early 1950s. Pressed steel. The "Minnitoy Auto Wrecker 216" toy was part of Otaco's early "phantom company" series of toys. Toys like this one, used a phantom company ("Minnitoy Auto Wrecker") along with a model number (216), which predated Otaco's shift to using real-world private-labels (like Shell or BA) on their trucks. The fictional brand incorporated the "Minnitoy" name, taken from their toy brand name, Minnitoys. While the broader Minnitoys line began production in 1946, the Phantom series was not introduced until 1949. Embossed, "Minitoys [sic] Otaco Ltd. Orillia Canada Made in Canada", on tires. From the Yvan Lalonde Collection.

Size
9.5" x 7" x 16".

Condition
Very good condition. Original paint and decals. Paint nicks and wear to fenders. Some oxidation and paint loss to grille and trim. Retains original cord with tow hook.

Medium
Pressed steel.

Signature
Embossed, "Minitoys [sic] Otaco Ltd. Orillia Canada Made in Canada", on tires.

Provenance
From the Yvan Lalonde Collection.