With scorching temperatures making us crave ice cream, The Status Life presents the 1936 Twin Coach Helms Bakery Delivery Truck, a unique opportunity for those looking to dive into a vintage journey. Being offered by RM Sotheby’s, this rare truck is priced between $90,000-$110,000.
This 1936 Twin Coach Helms Bakery Delivery Truck is a well-maintained example of the iconic Helms Bakery delivery fleet, showcasing a stunning restoration in the signature yellow and blue colors. Standing out wherever it goes, this truck is a true gem.
Produced by Twin Coach of Ohio, only 148 of these reliable trucks were ever made, making this a truly exceptional find. Along with the truck, you’ll receive charming accessories such as Helms order sheets, mock baked goods, and a detailed history file. Noteworthy is the “First and Finest on the Moon” poster on the driver’s door, commemorating Helms Bakery’s remarkable accomplishment of having their bread in space on the Apollo 11 mission in 1969.
While Helms Bakery utilized various delivery vehicles over the years, it’s the iconic Twin Coach trucks that remain etched in people’s memories. Whether you have nostalgic tales of the Helms Bakery fleet or memories of seeing these trucks in Southern California, owning this rare Twin Coach would be a remarkable and historically significant addition. Restored to its original Helms livery, this surviving gem is bound to bring joy to all who lay eyes on it.
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