Schoco made small clockwork cars. The Schuco Examico 4001 is a boxed miniature car and was first produced in 1936. It resembles the BMW 328 and incorporates functions such as gears. Miniature cars became really popular in the early 20th century, many produced in Britain by the Dinky Toy company, founded by Frank Hornby.
Shuco Examico 4001 Model Car
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