1988 Hess Toy Truck and Racer Collectible in Original Box - Tested - Works Well
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1988 Hess Toy Truck and Racer – Classic Two-Vehicle Set • Working Lights • Friction-Motor Race Car • Original Iconic Release
Up for sale is the 1988 Hess Toy Truck and Racer, a landmark release in Hess toy history and a must-have for collectors. This was the first-ever Hess set to include two vehicles, featuring a flatbed tractor-trailer truck and a GT-style race car.
It was also the first Hess truck not modeled after an actual Hess fleet vehicle, marking a major design shift for the brand. The 1988 racer introduced the first friction-powered motor in a Hess toy—an innovation that set this model apart.
Two-Piece Set:
* Flatbed trailer truck
* Separate GT-style race car that rides on the truck
Historic Firsts:
* First Hess two-vehicle combination
* First Hess toy not based on a real Hess truck
* First use of a friction-powered motor in the race car
Lighting:
* Truck includes working headlights, taillights, and marker lights
* Lights are controlled by a switch for easy operation
Identification:
* Both vehicles display "1988" license plates, the first year Hess introduced model-year identification—a tradition that continues today
Perfect for display, gifting, or completing a vintage Hess collection.
Feel free to message with any questions! Be sure to view several other Hess items for sale on my selling page!
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