The New Austin J40 Pedal Car is Here!

Take a journey through time with us as we uncover the history of the iconic Austin J40 pedal car. From its creation in the 1950s to the reveal of the first new model in 50 years, we'll explore the fascinating story behind this beloved toy car and how they are made. Don't miss this must-see video for any Austin J40 fan or vintage toy enthusiast! #carrestoration #austinj40 #Austina40
Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:20 J40 History
02:37 Fairground J40
03:35 Restored J40
05:28 Snazzy Paint Job
06:01 Prototype model
06:25 Legacy Limited Edition Model
08:14 The Workings Of The Car
09:14 Spare Parts
10:21 Pedal Car Book
Austin Pedal Car Company website:
www.austinpedalcars.com/
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[@davidjohns4745]

I had one. A dark green one. I was allowed to drive up and down the pavement on our avenue. The girl next door used to put her feet on the seat and sit on the back while I pedalled her around.

[@datbs]

Lovely story what happened to it ?

[@davespain7716]

Thank you DATBs, another fascinating video

[@datbs]

Thank you David 😊

[@jaynehayward8608]

These cars are works of art. They actually look better than the real thing. Nice video - thank you

[@datbs]

Thank you Jane , maybe you should look into getting one 😊

[@MikeHayward-es1fr]

Love this thanks for the video.

[@MancaveManbower]

Excellent video thank you, and a very nice looking watch on Matthew's wrist, any idea what brand that is?

[@datbs]

Thank Mancave, no idea about the watch !

[@JayJono0069]

I have a full shell I'm looking forward to restore but I need all the other bits which seem to cost a fortune.

[@datbs]

Hi Jay , send us a picture of your project [e-mail]

[@garypoulton7311]

25k!!!!!! Some people have more money than sense.

[@iandunipace]

i remember going on these as a kid at the fairground. and being jealous when watching the norman wisdom film. 😪

[@datbs]

Hello Ian, yes also felt jealous about Norman Wisdom having a car that could drive in a road 😂

[@ricgulka7641]

I still have one here in Ontario Canada

[@datbs]

Hello Ricgulka , that’s great can you send us a picture ? [e-mail]

[@philipwardle6820]

I wonder how many J40s were made? Very interesting.

[@datbs]

Hello Philip good to hear from you over 32,000 were made

[@robertlloyd7493]

Who needs EVs 😊

[@raychambers3646]

Had a pathfinder in the 50s don't know where my dad got it and don't know what happened to it.

[@datbs]

Thanks for sharing Ray, what a shame you can’t remember what happen to it, do you remember the colour ?

[@MO3MINI]

At one time we had over 30 of them and 3 pathfinders. Reduced now to 17 J40’s and the one pathfinder. I pedalled them hundreds of miles from the early to mid 2000’s. Won races etc. Austin Pedal cars prices are insane. You do not need to spend £13k for a fully restored J40 😂

[@datbs]

@@MO3MINI interesting can you share some pictures of them ?