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Cadillac 1950's 2 1/2' Tokheim Gas Pump
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Excellence From the Beginning
When an early Henry Ford Motor Company failed, investors asked master machinist Henry Martyn Leland to help sell the plant, but Leland advised them to keep it and make improvements, like installing his more powerful 10.25 hp, one cylinder engine in the Ford chassis. They were convinced, hired him as head of the company, and renamed the car, "Cadillac," in honor of the founder of Detroit, a French explorer named Cadillac. It was 1902, and Leland's superior workmanship was soon felt in every Cadillac. General Motors noticed and bought Cadillac for 5.5 million dollars cash in 1909. They bought a long standing winner. Cadillac's superior innovations and high quality manufacturing have been trend-setting, and today's Cadillacs proudly carry the distinctive mantle of excellence, begun by its famous forbears in 1902.
This 1950's gas pump stands 33 inches tall and is made of durable stamped steel construction. It's ideal for any car enthusiast young or old, whether in the children's bedroom, the family den or on the playground with the kid's favorite pedal toy. A real rubber hose, authentic graphics and a movable lever only add to the fun.
Cadillac’s distinguished crest, linked to its illustrious, award winning past, is beautifully seen on the globe and body of this 33” high stamped steel replica of Tokheim’s 1950’s electric gas pump. In deep red and blue, with rubber hose and turning crank, its great for play, or display. For ages 3 and up.
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