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Car Launcher (Flippers)

Car Launcher (Flippers) debuted in Flippers. It was produced across 1990. The casting is credited to Lionel. Reference sections include Description, Releases, Castings Included, See Also.

Track SetsLionel Designs19901990s
Debut year1990
Debut seriesFlippers
Produced years1990
DesignerLionel
Collector no.6021
Reference statusOpen catalog page

CarLauncher
Collector identity

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Car Launcher (Flippers) first appears in Flippers. The current catalog tracks it across 1990. Designer credit is listed as Lionel. Check Description, Releases, Castings Included before trusting a vague seller title.

  • Track Sets
  • Lionel Designs
  • 1990
  • 1990s
Exact variation matching

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