Vintage 1969 Custom Dragster & 1970 Leaping Limo car by Johnny Lightening Topper

Johnny Lightning is a brand of diecast model cars launched in 1969 by Topper Corporation (owner of the "Topper Toys" brand). Their claim to fame at that time was that they were extremely fast compared to other brands of die-cast cars. Their most important technology was to mold in a small hook under the front axle so that they could be propelled by a lever-driven catapult, far faster than could be obtained by either gravity, or battery powered supercharger devices. Al Unser Senior won the Indianapolis 500 in 1970 and 1971 in the "Johnny Lightning special". Topper closed in 1973 and production of Johnny Lightings were stopped. These 2 Made in the USA - Johnny Lighting Vintage Topper Die-cast Car toys are sold as a bundled set and is sure to bring back memories for Hot Rod car collectors and Dragster enthusiasts alike. The 1970 Leaping Limo has original front grill, cockpit windshield and driver seat, oversized racing tires and it’s rear engine manifolds. Car’s original paint color is Ox Blood Red. The 1969 Johnny Lighting Super Twin engine Custom Dragster has locked axle racing suspension and it’s 4 original styled Mag HTF Goodyear Redline wheels. The Dragster is made in the USA and comes in the original burnt Red color. Both Johnny Lighting Topper car toys are imperfect. Please see all listing photos for condition. 3-2-24