Ericandblueboy Posted February 28, 2013 Share Posted February 28, 2013 According to Fisher-Price, their first Power Wheel was produced in 1971 (shortly after I was born). Nevertheless, I never had one as a kid - probably because we lived in Taiwan and there weren't many real cars, much less Power Wheels. So I want one, for my daughter. Yeah, that's the ticket. So I've been busy scouring websites such as Walmart, Target, Sears, Toys R Us, and e-toys. Unfortunately a Smart Cart is a bit too big for her and out of my budget for toys. Any recommendations (brand, model, where to buy)? I'm most concerned about the wheels having sufficient traction to get up a hill in front of our townhouse. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ktmoomau Posted February 28, 2013 Share Posted February 28, 2013 A long, long time ago, in a county far, far away- I had a Power Wheels that was a three-wheeler. I don't think it would have any great traction though. I soon after graduated to a kids three wheeler which is probably more than you want. We lived on a farm, so it was kind of par for the course. But no idea on today's options. I can ask around my office though- lots of kiddos and someone might have something. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanielK Posted February 28, 2013 Share Posted February 28, 2013 I had one of the Jeep ones for my kids, and I can tell you that even with a full battery it whined going up the mild incline of my driveway. They're just not made for hills. The best way to get one cheap is to scour garage sales and pick one up with a dead battery for $10. You can buy a battery retail for $20-$60 depending on the size. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DonRocks Posted March 1, 2013 Share Posted March 1, 2013 I'm still waiting for my mini-bike. http://www.amazon.com/s/?ie=UTF8&keywords=electric+ride+on+cars+for+kids&tag=googhydr-20&index=aps&hvadid=15768290875&hvpos=1t3&hvexid=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=12398945271787492630&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=b&ref=pd_sl_5jjahjzgz0_b Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ericandblueboy Posted March 4, 2013 Author Share Posted March 4, 2013 Dodge Viper! Most videos of kids in power ride-ons seem to be shot by trailer trash. Maybe I should become a Nascar fan. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Delicious Posted March 21, 2013 Share Posted March 21, 2013 http://www.fisher-price.com/en_US/brands/powerwheels/products/64224 My son got this when he was 1 yr old (now 20 months) and we can hardly keep him off it. It's powerful enough to get him around our street, which has a sizable hill. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JuneBacon Posted March 21, 2013 Share Posted March 21, 2013 I had one of the Jeep ones for my kids, and I can tell you that even with a full battery it whined going up the mild incline of my driveway. They're just not made for hills. Sounds like a real Jeep Wrangler. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanielK Posted March 21, 2013 Share Posted March 21, 2013 Yeah, note that I'm talking about the larger size models for small kids (that can hold up to 80 or 100 lbs), not the toddler-sized ones that hold up to 40. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thistle Posted March 21, 2013 Share Posted March 21, 2013 I got a mini-bike when I was 13, & since I didn't know how to control it, almost drove it straight into the waterway. My son had a gas scooter, which languishes in the garage, ready to be passed on to the cousins...I've seen kids in those mini electric cars, they're cute as long as you don't try to take them on the road, & piss off the neighbors.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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