Yellow J40 Kit Car – Harrods Provenance – £4,500
£4,500.00
Own a piece of luxury retail history with this exceptional 1959 Yellow J40 kit car. Originally sold through Harrods Limited, London, this early production example (Serial #21679) carries prestigious provenance from Britain’s most famous department store. Dispatched December 3rd, 1959, this authentic early J40 represents the golden age of pedal car manufacturing when only the finest families could afford these premium toys through Harrods’ exclusive toy department.
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Early Production Excellence with Harrods Provenance
This remarkable 1959 Yellow J40 kit car represents early Austin pedal car manufacturing at its finest. With documented Harrods Limited, London provenance, this car carries the prestige of Britain’s most exclusive retailer, where only wealthy families purchased these premium pedal cars in the late 1950s.
Authentic Historical Documentation
Verified Early Production Details For The Yellow J40 Kit Car:
- Serial Number: 21679 (early production sequence)
- Original dispatch: December 3rd, 1959
- Supplying dealer: Harrods Limited, London
- Original sale date: April 6th (following year)
- Factory repair record: March 28, 1960 (showing original care)
Premium Early Features:
- Original cream color specification (now beautifully restored in yellow)
- Early production pedaling mechanism and steering
- Period-correct electrical system with working components
- Authentic 1959 chrome details and trim
- Opening bonnet and boot with original hardware
Investment & Heritage Significance
Yellow J40 pedal cars from 1959 represent the early golden era when these were luxury items sold through prestigious retailers like Harrods. The documented provenance and early serial number make this an exceptional collector’s piece with strong appreciation potential.
Perfect for collectors seeking early production examples with verified history, luxury gift presentations, or investment-grade automotive heritage pieces.
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