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Vintage 1982 Playworld Lil’ Playmates Space Station Vehicle Bundle

Jon Nix — Mon, 15 Jan 2024 14:06:17 +0000

Dating from the early 1980s, this bundle of vehicles and figures is part of the Playworld Lil' Playmates Space Station set, we believe. On offer here is a group of five items comprised of four vehicles each with an astronaut figure - a lander ("07"), an explorer ("02") a command vehicle ("04"), and a shuttle ("05") - and trailer-based mobile missile launcher ("03"). All are in good cosmetic condition, with the only noticeable defect being some re-glueing of the radar dish to the mount on the back of the missile launcher unit.

A fun set which might suit someone with space-age interests...

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1970s TAT T-21 Flip-Over Moonbase Central Space Buggy Rover Toy

Jon Nix — Mon, 31 Jul 2023 10:37:44 +0000

Back when the world was more than a little bit "space mad" this was the kind of toy made available to the masses. Made by TAT in Hong Kong, it was sold as the Moonbase Central Flip-Over Car, and is a moon rover or space buggy powered by batteries which does indeed climb and roll-over when it meets an obstacle, so it can continue its journey. The chunky rubber tyres mean it will grip to an almost vertical surface before the metal bar on top provides the flipping action to send the car on its way again.

It measures approximately 18cm in length and is in working condition. It's missing a sticker which should read "T-21" on the front of the car and there are some losses to the plastics of the antenna / dish on top but otherwise it's in pretty good shape considering it's rough and tumble life.

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Small White Gooseneck Desk Lamp by Maclamp for Habitat – 1970s

Jon Nix — Sun, 11 Jun 2023 11:13:30 +0000

A very cool looking small desk lamp made by Maclamp (designed by Terence Conran most likely) in a rather space-age style with a mostly white finish - the shade being metal and the base having a plastic cover - and a black gooseneck. The lamp has an unusual button position and style too, and it has a very minimalist aesthetic overall - clean lines, no fuss.

This one is in good working order and in generally good condition except for some small scratches to the shade and some minor surface losses to the rim of the shade and to the back of it. The base is in good shape aside from a couple of grazes to the plastic, and there is little in the way of discoloration which is always good. All in all, it's a good-looking lamp with understated appeal.

The lamp measures approximately 38 cm (15 in.) in height when the neck is fully extended. The base has a diameter of about 13cm (5¼ in.) and the black gooseneck section is 24cm (9½ in.) in length. The cable (UK plug) is approximately 180cm (71 in.) in length. The lamp holder takes a large bayonet bulb.

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1980s Action GT Space Attack! Alien Invader Game 1983

Jon Nix — Wed, 21 Oct 2020 12:20:28 +0000

Space Attack! - an action game from the early 1980s which offered exhilarating excitement (judging by the box illustrations!) for two players, and made by Action GT. Space Attack! is essential a kind of air hockey/Crossfire hybrid where the aim of the game is to defend your base from the spinning metal alien invader which is launched by each player in turn into the arena. Each player uses their plastic deflectors to keep the wayward alien at bay and send it towards their opponent's base. It's a lot of fun and is simple to play. It's a definite nostalgia trip - especially on hearing the sound of the spinning invader - for those whose childhood memories resonate with this game.

This one is complete (aside from instructions, which are actually rather redundant), in good condition and works well. There is very little wear at all to any of the game pieces or board. The outer box is slightly deformed and worn, but it's nice to have it.

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Vintage Nayytex Charlie Brown Space Rocket Cotton T-Shirt

Jon Nix — Sun, 27 Oct 2019 21:11:59 +0000

Dress your baby or toddler (12-18 month old up to 2 years, as this is quite an accommodating t-shirt) in style with this vintage Nayytex Charlie Brown t-shirt. Made of 100% cotton the design features Charlie Brown replete with baseball cap and glove aboard a space rocket (for some reason!) in jazzy main colours of red, white and blue. Probably not official Peanuts merchandise, but it'll be absolutely perfect for the right youngster (parent/friend of parent) and it is doubtful that there'll be anyone else wearing one like it!

The t-shirt comes with its original bag (with twee design and slogans including "Nayytex... of course" and "For Quality & Hi [sic] Fashion") and is in very good, undamaged, condition. Of course, it is recommended to wash before use to clean and refresh it as it has been in storage for some time and may have some minor blemishes from that.

For guidance the armpit to armpit measurement of the t-shirt is approximately 50cm but there is plenty of stretch so anticipate it fitting up to 55 cm or more. Length from shoulder to hem is 35cm.

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