A battery actuated and motor-driven three-wheeled toy car for a child having a seat at the rear part of the vehicle and being driven by a front wheel associated with a gear reduction mechanism and a motor which is energized or de-energized by operation of a manually maneuverable lever.
Aug 21, 1971 [JA] 46-75144 Aug 23, 1971 [JA] 46-76045
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