Vroom! Vintage toy motorcycles lead the pack at auction

Circa-1932 Tippco Mickey and Minnie Mouse tin windup motorcycle. Image courtesy of Bertoia Auctions and LiveAuctioneers

NEW YORK — Toy motorcycles certainly get collectors’ hearts revving. Several prominent toymakers produced a range of choices in the early 20th century, in tin or cast iron and from friction action to key windup to clockwork models. The diversity of appearance and the level of attention to detail makes toy motorcycles a prime collectible for both toy collectors and those who fill their garages with full-size motorcycles.

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