1964 Mattel X-15
When I was almost four years old, I got a Mattel X-15 for Christmas. It was a very sturdy, pressed steel, ride-on toy built for speed! As far as I can tell, Mattel only made the X-15 for one year, so I am glad it is still in the family.
My parents had the foresight to store the X-15 in their attic after it was used by me and my four nephews. It was in decent shape when they stored it, but a bit banged up. In 1994, I pulled it from their attic and repainted it for my kids. I did a mediocre job using royal blue Rust-Oleum spray paint, but the kids loved it.
Time for Restoration
After a few years of use by my kids, the X-15 went into my attic. Truth be told, I forgot it was there until earlier this year when I went into the attic for something else. This was great timing, as I was getting antsy for another project. Unlike the repaint in 1994, the X-15 was going to get a proper restoration.
Nice job Bill. You’re a very good writer. I really enjoy your stories regardless of where they are published.
Thanks, Lee…very kind!