Handmade Tin Classic New York City Taxi Model
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In 1922, Checker Motors Company of Kalamazoo, Mich., makes the first Checker taxicabs. In the 1970's, there were about 5,000 Checkers make up almost half of New York City's taxi fleet. In 1982, production ceases for economic reasons. By 1993, there were only 10 Checker cabs left in New York. July 26, 1999, the last day of New York's last Checker cab, as the owner, Mr. Johnson prepared to retire. Our model not only tells the great story of the Checker taxicabs, but it also reminds us of the NYC's icon, the yellow cab, which is falling in number due to fierce competition from rideshares such as Uber, Grap...You may not see them as often in a few more years. This model is 100% handmade out of tin and hand-painted yellow with checker symbols along both sides and on the roof. Features: - 100% handmade out of tin - Taxi sign on the rooftop - Checker symbols along both sides and on the roof - Turnable black-painted wheels - Handpainted yellow It's a great item for office decoration or any passionate collectors.
Domestic Shipping
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We also provide Rush and Overnight Delivery for an additional charge. Details are included below.
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For an additional charge we can ship most in-stock items via Rush delivery (2-3 business days for delivery).Please contact us for a shipping quote at sales@xoticbrands.com or call us at 1-657-229-2763.Orders must be quoted and approved by 2:00 p.m. CST to ship that day (subject to credit card approval).
Overnight Delivery For an additional shipping charge we can ship most in-stock items overnight. (orders placed on Friday will not arrive until the following Monday)
Please contact us for a ship quote at sales@xoticbrands.com or call us at 1-657-229-2763.
Orders must be quoted and approved by 2:00 p.m. CST to ship that day (subject to credit card approval).
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