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May 2026 Discovery Auction

MF317 Red 1953 Chevrolet Corvette Tinplate Car

This auction ended on May 14, 2026.

Start price: $10

Estimated price: $20 - $20,000

Buyer's Premium: 25%

Sold for: $22

Description

Item/Description: Early 1980s Chinese-manufactured tinplate "New Toy" MF 317 friction car modeled after the iconic 1953 Chevrolet Corvette convertible. Heavy-gauge tin-plated metal. Vibrant deep red finish with a white interior and detailed chrome-style bumpers. Friction drive mechanism. Includes original Deluxe Open Sedan box.

Material: Mixed, Tinplate

Dimensions: Length: 11"; Width: 5"; Height: 5"

Condition: Signs of age, use, and wear include some dirt residue, marking, and denting to box.

Age: Early 1980s

Provenance: Private Estate

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