American-Retro Red Pedal Racer

by American Retro

Product Features

• Inspired by the very rare Giordani Racers of the 1950's
• Features chrome rims, steering wheel, side pipes, windshield, and grille
• Includes chrome "simulated" knock off spinners
• This beautifully proportioned vehicle, is 40% larger than other pedal models
• Vehicle made of heavy gauge steel and solid rubber tires

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 49 x 26 x 19 inches ; 50 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 50 pounds
• Shipping: This item can only be shipped to the 48 contiguous states. We regret it cannot be shipped to APO/FPO, Hawaii, Alaska, or Puerto Rico.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B000066EVX
• Item model number: AR-5001
• Our recommended age: 4 - 5 years
• Manufacturer recommended age: 24 months - 6 years
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #492,972 in Toys & Games (See Top 100 in Toys & Games)
• Average Customer Review: 2.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

Our Racer was inspired by the very rare Giordani Racers of the 1950's. It favors the 1952 through 1957 Ferrari F2 Racers and other Grand Prix type racers of that era. Whereas most of the Giordani Racers were made of fiberglass, we made ours out of heavy gauge steel. This beautifully proportioned vehicle, is 40% larger than other pedal models. The chrome features are: rims, steering wheel, side pipes, windshield, and grille. The chrome "simulated" knock off spinners adds that special touch. This is a unique vehicle that will light up the heart of any child. Recommended ages 2 to 6 years old. Adult supervision required.

Product Description

With ordinary plastic products so much of our daily life, we at American-Retro and Retro Products are proud to sell products that offer a small taste of both the classic styling and quality that the 1940's and 1950's are so remembered for. Our products are not only made of the original material but meet or exceed the original specifications. All products are full original size.

The most popular pedal vehicles of all time are now available again! That's right, remakes of popular pedal vehicles can now be yours. This Race Car is an extremely faithful reproduction of the highest quality that's sure to please even the most discriminating!

Take off around the racetrack with this stylish and sporty Race Car from American Retro. With its extra-large wheels and chrome detailing, the Race Car is sure to turn more than a few heads! The sturdy steel construction ensures a long life for this car. Weight limit: 65 pounds.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

48 of 49 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Don't judge a toy by its price, December 25, 2003

By 

David Wright (Ames, Iowa United States) - See all my reviews
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= Durability:3.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:2.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:2.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: American-Retro Red Pedal Racer (Toy)

I read many reviews before purchasing on-line and rarely find rosy reviews of any value. Case in point - everything I read about the American Retro pedal car at Amazon and else where suggested that this was a very good product. Considering the price and reviews, I assumed the toy was a quality purchase. After ordering the car for my 4-year-old I found that the car looks nice, the body is well constructed, the paint is good and the rims are nice. However, the "solid rubber tires" are a type of foam rubber (not what I would think of as solid rubber or durable), the pedal mechanism is cheap (this makes it difficult to keep the car in motion and it is subject to jamming), and the steering mechanism is cheap (which makes it difficult to steer and the tires rub the nice paint when the car turns). Additionally, the axles are weak, which causes the rear tires to splay out slightly when a 40-pound child is in the car and allows the front tires to wobble around as the car is driven. The assembly instructions are also a joke since they consist of a single page, which is a parts list and a picture. As a reference I bought an InStep brand pedal car for my 2 year old for one forth the cost of the American Retro. Overall the InStep car is as well constructed as the American retro, however, the InStep car has solid rubber tires, a better pedal mechanism, a better steering mechanism and a detailed 8 page set of assembly instructions. The InStep car is not as nice looking as the American retro, but taking price and quality into account I think the InStep pedal car was a better deal. Most importantly, after 30 minutes with the American Retro, my 4-year-old began to share the InStep car with my 2-year-old rather than continue to struggle with the American Retro. Lesson learned yet again- expensive does not necessarily equal quality.

30 of 30 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Flashy, but too poor quality for the price, January 22, 2004

By A Customer

= Durability:1.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:2.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:2.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: American-Retro Red Pedal Racer (Toy)

I totally concur with David, this car is nice looking but not very useful as a pedal car. I purchased the car fo my daughter and she hardly ever plays with it. The pedals are hard to use and prone to jamming. In addition, the steering is a joke. The steering wheel is flimsy and fastened only by one nut. The mechanism would not allow you to turn the wheel more that a few degrees each way so turning is nearly impossible or too laborious for a child. I found the padding on the seat too thin and the metal edges in some areas too sharp for a toy. A kid could really get injured in one of these things.

23 of 23 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Looks cool, but not very functional, September 26, 2005

By 

liquid "liquidasset" (Philadelphia, PA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: American-Retro Red Pedal Racer (Toy)

For the amount of money they charge for this car, it really should be of better design. First off, the instructions consist of a one page diagram... thats it. For the mechanically inclined, like myself, you will be able to figure it out, but not without some frustration. My Dad broke a fragile (and important) clip that is used to drive the rear axle. I have gotton no reply from American Retro about a replacement, so we had to make one ourselves. Their piece is cheap and VERY prone to breakage on installation. Once assembled the wheels will wobble (due to the slightly bent axles) and the car is tough to pedal for most kids. Steering is also stiff and when you see the linkage design you'll know why. If this car cost about $50 it MIGHT be worth the metal its made out of, but otherwise please save your money for something else.