# ☆Treasure Discovery☆ Japan's First Radio-Controlled Masudaya Bus☆ First Model☆ A Superb Item That Influenced the History of Radio-Controlled Toys☆ Immediate Decision with Operational Guarantee Available

*☆お宝発見☆日本初のラジコン増田屋ラジコンバス初代モデル☆ラジコンの歴史に影響を与えた逸品☆希望があれば別料金で動作保証付対応可能*

- **Auction ID:** b1055118537
- **Status:** Sold (ended auction)
- **Category:** Toys and Games > Vintage > Tin plate > Vehicle > Automotive
- **Brand:** Masudaya
- **Price (JPY):** ¥154,364 (sold)
- **Estimated all-in price (USD):** $1,133.28 — item $1,008.92 + Rinkya commission $109.36 + handling $15.00
- **Shipping:** Ships from Japan. Wins arrive at Rinkya's Tokyo warehouse; multiple items are combined into one international shipment, billed at actual carrier cost (NOT included in the all-in price). International transit is typically 1–2 weeks once shipped.

## Description
Product Description: Consignment item

In 1955, the Masudaya radio-controlled bus made its debut, a super rare item. For enthusiasts, this is a prized early model radio-controlled toy (tin bus) with an approximate length of 36cm. Released during an era without electronic components, this toy was a significant sensation at the time, and even now, many find it surprising. There are no tears in the windows, and a box is included. Considering its age, it appears to be in good condition in the images provided. This transaction will be based on the current state of the item.

The fact that it still exists in this condition is remarkable. There are some rust spots on the back of the battery box lid. It has been tested for operation before listing. As it has been a few years since that initial test, there is no operational guarantee provided at the time of sale.  

☆ If you purchase at the Buy It Now price, operation is guaranteed, and I ensure that it works as confirmed by running tests before shipment. Please check any guarantees regarding repairs within three days of receipt, including the date of arrival. If you are fine with no operational guarantee, you can place a bid at the starting price, and I will consider closing the listing early.  
There are similar models with more plastic parts, but initial models, including this controller, have become very rare.

Famous as Japan's first radio-controlled bus, the Masudaya Radio-Controlled Bus is a valuable rare model of the first generation. Items have been kept long-term, so this is an as-is listing. Please understand that the current state of the item is prioritized. For those particularly fond of radio-controlled toys, how about owning this wonderful rare item that has also impacted the history of radio-controlled devices?

If you purchase at the Buy It Now price, I will guarantee functionality.

## Collector note
Masudaya's 1955 radio-controlled bus represents a watershed moment in Japanese toy manufacturing—among the earliest mass-produced RC vehicles predating widespread miniaturization and electronic integration. First-generation examples command collector attention due to extremely limited production runs and the fragility of period-correct tin construction and early mechanical controllers; most survivors show significant degradation, making intact examples with original packaging exceptionally scarce. The all-metal chassis and rubber-band-driven mechanics distinguish early variants from later plastic-hybrid reissues, and original controller presence dramatically affects desirability among vintage RC specialists. Condition and operational status remain critical valuation factors given the rarity of functional examples nearly 70 years on.

## Images
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## Links
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