Back in the 50s, these Divco trucks were the lifesavers for one car families in the suburbs. They brought dairy products as well as baked goods. I remember the drivers would let us ride with him hanging out the open door.... a very unlikely event these days. THe driver would be fired on the spot!
Recently purchased this DM Milk Truck on secondary market. Simply had to have it as it drew strong childhood memories for me too. We were that one car family and as a young boy looked forward to greeting morning delivery man for milk for cereal and butter for toast. This is as solid truck well manufactured and replicated glad I acquired it.
Our milk was delivered in one of these by Perry's Pride, a local dairy company. If we got up extra early and waited on the steps for him, he'd give us each a popsicle. I always thought it was cool that he drove standing up! I don't remember if his truck even had a driver's seat.
@machouse1You're right. It's a great model with tons of detail and the fit and finish with all the operating panel is just superb. Our dairy truck was from Tuscan Dairies in Union, NJ. It was one of a few local dairies that disappeared from urban sprawl. Another Divco I looked forward to was the Dugan's Bakery truck. I can still taste their fudge covered cupcakes. LOL When those Divco trucks began to age they were bought up by itinerant craftsman who would re-equip the trucks for guys that would drive around and offer to sharpen knives, scissors and lawn mower blades or even Italian ices.
Back in the 50s, these Divco trucks were the lifesavers for one car families in the suburbs. They brought dairy products as well as baked goods. I remember the drivers would let us ride with him hanging out the open door.... a very unlikely event these days. THe driver would be fired on the spot!
always enjoy seeing this little truck, I don't own it so thanks for sharing yours Rich.
Such a sweet model and one I had to have when I first saw it in a brochure. I don't really remember seeing them much when I was kid, but since I grew up in Northern Michigan. I am not sure milk delivery trucks were ever "a thing"
