679. DISNEYLAND AUTOPIA CAR PROTOTYPE PHOTO. (DISNEYLAND, 1954) Photo of an early prototype for the famed Autopia ride vehicle, loosley patterned after the Cheverolet Corvette. In pen on the back is written: “Could Dick help put Fiber glass body on Crosley - will leave car at Dick” and signed “Walt” although it is doubtful the signature is Walt Disney’s. Photo measures 4 x 6 in. Light fold through center and minor creasing from use. $200-$300
680. AUTOPIA “MARK VII” CAR BADGE. (Disneyland, 1967) Original car badge from a “Mark VII” car in the Autopia attraction. The “Mark VII” cars debuted in 1967 and operated in the park until 1999. The badge measures 2.75 in. in diameter and is in very good condition with expected wear. $500-$700
681. JIMMY STEWART SIGNED AUTOPIA DRIVER’S LICENSE. (Disneyland, 1955) Early official driver’s license from the Richfield Autopia attraction. The license was stamped and dated at the park on August 26th, 1955 when used by the original owner. Signed on the front in pencil by famed, It’s A Wonderful Life actor, Jimmy Stewart and Rebel Without A Cause actress, Beverly Long on the verso. Features two stamps: one of the original owner and the date, August 26, 1955, stamped when issued at the attraction.The license had been hand-signed by Jimmy Stewart and actress Beverly Long, both of whom were most likely visiting the park that day. A rare celebrity item from the early days of the park! Measuring 2.5 x 3.5 in. and in very good condition. Corners of the license were trimmed most likely to fit into the owners wallet. $200-$400
682. UNUSED AUTOPIA DRIVER’S LICENSE. (Disneyland, 1956) Rare unused driver’s license from Richfield’s Autopia attraction. Measuring 4 x 2.5 in. and in very good condition. $50-$100
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