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1993 Tyco Valvoline IndyCar

BRANDYEARMODELPOWERSPEEDDRIVEAVAILABLEMINT VALUE*RATINGCOMMENT
tyco logo very small19932625-279.6vTurboPack sml 25km/h
16mph
2WD
Used:
Occasional

NIB:
Rare
value200 300
4.5 out of 5
One of the most iconic and recognizeable cars in motorsport history, with a respectable 9.6V power, this is one I'd grab in a heartbeat.
Rating
4.5
out of 5
Review CommentOne of the most iconic and recognizeable cars in motorsport history, with a respectable 9.6V power, this is one I'd grab in a heartbeat.

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SPECIFICATIONS

ScaleDiff.Made inMotor
TBANoneTBAUnknown
SteeringSuspensionControllerFreq.
UnknownLimited O- Chrome TycoNo1​White/Blue(27Mhz)

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MODEL REVIEW

The Tyco Valvoline IndyCar is a 9.6 volt radio controlled scale model of Al Unser Jr.’s 1992 Indy 500 winning car. Manufactured by Taiyo (Japan), it was released into the US, UK, and other markets worldwide in 1993.

Al Unser Jnr. and the Indy 500

In the 1992 Indianapolis 500, Al Unser Junior drive a Galmer G92 chassis car with a Chevrolet V8 engine, emblazoned red, white, and navy, his sponsor’s trademark colors in what would become one of the most iconic cars and races in Indy 500 history. Al Unser Jnr. was a second generation driver, competing with his father Al Unser Senior that very same day, a man who had won the race four times before, and who would go on to place 3rd in that very same race!

Starting the race in third position, Al Unser Jnr. would overcome several challenges including a pit stop penalty, faulty radio, and a late race caution that erased his lead. Holding off persistent challenges by Canadian Scott Goodyear, he would win by just 0.043 seconds in one of the tightest finishes ever in the races history, making him the first 2nd generation IndyCar driver to win the race.

Features and Performance

Keen to capture the spirit of this incredible win with an iconic and instantly recognizable vehicle, Tyco worked closely with Taiyo in Japan who designed and manufactured the cars to produce this 1993 Tyco IndyCar Valvoline, in a lightweight chassis with a 9.6V Turbo powertrain to make it light, fast, and fun.

This was a considerable departure from their previous 1990 model Twin Turbo Valvoline car, with its 1/12 scale, near hobby-grade chassis, and dual motors, but it’s clear they made the right choice for this 1993 release to ensure the car could meet an acceptable price point, and be put in the hands of as many children as possible who were inspired by the race that day.

Availability and Collectability

Given the purpose of this release, and what it means for Indianapolis race history, it’s no surprise that these are desperately hard to find. Only 2 of these cars has sold on eBay in the past two years, with the bulk no already on the shelves of collectors, or (hopefully) raced and raced by those who were lucky enough to receive them in 1993.

Needless to say, if you do come across one, it’s a highly recommended car to own, at least in my personal opinion.

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    VALUE / PRICE HISTORY

    Average Price

    $31.53

    Highest Price

    $75.00

    This average price is based on 12 sales we have recorded (max 10 shown).

    DatePriceConditionTypeTitle
    30 Aug 2023$33UsedAuctionVintage tyco 9.6v valvoline formula one rc car with controller and charger
    15 Aug 2023$75UsedBuyVintage tyco 9.6v valvoline formula one rc , good condition (parts or repair)
    06 Aug 2023$22.28UsedAuctionVintage tyco chevy camaro z-28.#47 valvoline on a hp lighted chassis version.
    08 Jul 2023$52UsedAuctionTyco indy valvoline blue #1 + prince 6
    07 Jul 2023$13.5Brand NewBuyTyco ford taurus " valvoline stocker " body #6 new for ebayer joe
    07 Jul 2023$52.01Brand NewAuctionTyco mattel wheels 2 valvoline #6 nascar 2 variants; 1 is set only; 1 not in bk
    07 Jul 2023$14.99UsedBuyTyco indy valvoline blue #1 missing back wing
    02 Jul 2023$20.5UsedAuctionTyco indy valvoline blue #1
    28 Jun 2023$21.5UsedAuctionTyco ho valvoline buick vintage 80's set car tested and runs
    25 Jun 2023$26.55Brand NewAuctionTyco '82 camaro wht/red/blk z28 "valvoline" part #6929 released 87-97 mint mint
    Prices in USD. NIB = New In box, MIB = Mint in Box, EC = Excellent Condition, VGC = Very Good Condition, GC+ = Good condition plus, GC = Good condition, PC = Poor Condition. With Controller = Car with controller. With Box = Box, Car, and Controller. We make all efforts to ensure data is accurate, but cannot guarantee it is.

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