Things You'll Need:
- Blue Diamond Custom Cruiser Cars
- Blue Diamond Dump Truck Pedal Cars
- Blue Diamond Fire Chief Pedal Cars
- Blue Diamond Police Cruiser Pedal Cars
- Blue Diamond Taxi Cab Pedal Cars
- Fire Truck Pedal Cars
- Fun Wheels Pedal Toys
- Police Car Pedal Cars
- Power Pumper 2000 Pedal Toys
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Step 1
Understand that pedal-powered toys are a classic favorite for children ages 2 to 6.
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Step 2
Know that most pedal toys are quite expensive and that classic models may be difficult to locate.
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Step 3
Realize that one of the best online sources for pedal cars is Blue Diamond Classics. Blue Diamond sells eight models, including a fire truck, police car, taxi cab, dump truck and fire chief cars. These cars are priced between $150 and $250. They are of quality construction and have all-metal bodies.
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Step 4
Order parts for older pedal cars from Blue Diamond should you choose to build your own or refurbish an old car.
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Step 5
Make sure the child you are buying for is small enough to fit inside the car. Children over age 6 will be too big. You are generally safe buying a car for a toddler or preschooler though.
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Step 6
Look at some of the less expensive pedal toys available at toy dealers. ToyTime carries a Police Car and a Fire Truck for $180 each. The fire truck comes with removable oak ladders and a removable hose. The police car has a hand-crank siren.
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Step 7
Notice that a pedal toy need not be in the shape of a real car. The Power Pumper 2000 available at eToys is not a traditional car shape. This toy requires hand and foot action to make it go. It is priced at $150 and is for 5 to 11-year-olds.
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Step 8
See that a very inexpensive pedal toy, called the Fun Wheels, is available at eToys for $40. This toy consists of two large wheels with pedals in between. The 3 to 6-year-old child stands on the pedals and makes it go.
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Step 9
Remember to ask what material a pedal toy is made of when shopping and also to check the recommended ages for the product.
