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Hello. Not sure what I have here. A friend says it is a Hoge pressed steel, but we are unable to find out anymore information then that. Any ideas? Thanks Todd
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Interesting theory; never thought of that. Wondering if there is a book or listing of all the Hoge pressed steel cars made in the past? All I have seen is the Fire Chief Car. Thanks Todd
It appears that your friend is correct in identifying your car as being made by Hoge. The following link is for the Fire Chief version which had a siren as well as electric headlights. Really nice toy.
http://www.storeplay.net/oscommerce/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=395&osCsid=b56b5c8d291e07e94d27b9133ff59b4f
Also came across this posting for a Hoge catalog, hope it helps in your search.
http://books.google.com/books/about/Hoge_toys.html?id=M9ZvHQAACAAJ
Great! I will check the links out. Thanks for all the help. Todd
Very cool! You usually see the fire chief version, so this is interesting. Now you just have to find some old light bulbs!
-Todd
Yes, it is an unusual version with the United on the side. Still looking for more clues.