Buy It Now: Sears Deluxe Grippidee Gravidee Set circa 1971-72. This fully working complete 53 year old set is in Near Mint overall condition except for the box. Most importantly both vehicles are fully operational and climb, travel upside down, and descend vertical track layouts as intended. I recommend using only new AA batteries instead of the C size normally called for in each vehicle to help reduce the weight and therefore stress on the gear boxes and increase the life of the toy.
This awesome set is being sold as is with no returns.
The Space Plane is unique to this one set (you can't find it anywhere else), and is in near mint condition overall with a working rear propeller as shown in the video link below. I
have included foam peanuts to use inside the Space Plane battery
compartment alongside both AA batteries and also on top to help secure
the smaller size batteries during operation. See photo for detail.
The Apollo 2001 Capsule is also in near mint condition overall. The inside Spaceman which moves in and out of the capsule depending on where it is on a vertical layout, can be removed to install the batteries. I used AA to C size plastic battery adapter cases (you can buy these on Ebay) that fit nicely inside this vehicle. See photo for detail.
Check out the video of the two vehicles in action: Sears Grippidee Gravidee Deluxe Set Video - a new YouTube.com page will open for viewing. Or go directly to: https://youtu.be/gKZral5dMNE
One straight track piece is missing one of it's little feet and has one handle broken off of one white locking tab - see photo detail. The tab still locks fine and the one missing foot doesn't affect its use in any layout. All the rest of the track pieces are complete in near mint and fully functional condition with all end connectors intact and with tight locking tabs.
The box top is covered in old transparent tape and shows overall wear but the color is strong and it is structurally sound. The box bottom has one obvious stain and otherwise is in very good condition. Please carefully review the photos for overall condition. Box measures: 23-1/2" L x 15" W x 3" H.
This is a great opportunity to own a hard to find, complete and fully working Sears Grippidee Gravidee Deluxe set. Ask any questions. Good luck and thanks for looking!
Shipping: I will carefully package the vehicles and track pieces so they don't move around in the toy box and bubble wrap the toy box before putting it in my custom made shipping box. I ship using USPS - buyer can choose between Ground Advantage or Priority. I recommend going with Priority as it travels quickly by air versus Ground that takes 2-3 times longer because it's being passed between multiple trucks/stations, for not that much less cost. All shipping costs are determined by Ebay depending on where you live. I strive for 5-star reviews and easy functional transactions.