Mini Circus Car

 Manufactured by Falgas, I believe the Mini Circus Car was released around 1999.


Brasserie Le France, Centre Commercial Les Eleis, Cherbourg, July 2024

Smokey Joe

 Smokey Joe, the steam engine that really smokes!


2001 Amutec Flyer

Amutec released this ride in 1999, and it was the first ever steam engine ride to blow "real smoke" out of its funnel.  It was a very popular ride for a couple of years after its release and I remember regularly seeing them at seaside arcades in either orange, dark blue or, very occasionally, purple.  Sadly, the special smoking feature didn't last very long which might account for why most of these rides disappeared quite quickly.  Such a shame as this was a lovely gimmick and a very attractive ride.


Skegness Pier, June 2017

Smokey Joe cost £2,495.00 to buy, as of the 2001 Amutec price list.

Fairytale Coach

  Manufactured by Amutec as part of their "Prestige Rides" range, the Fairytale Coach was released around 1999.  It was quite a magnificent ride for its time, featuring a purple pumpkin-shaped coach with gold detailing, and pink/white swirly lollipop-esque wheels.  The coach was driven by a handsome frog, dressed in a smart purple uniform, and pulled by two cream horses with blonde manes and tails.  The horses were also dressed smartly with matching purple/green blankets, purple/white head collars and bridles and gold plumes.

2000 Amutec Leaflet

Unfortunately, this ride never seemed to gain the popularity I believe it deserved.  In fact, I've only ever seen two or three of these.

2000 Amutec Leaflet Artwork

As of the 2001 Amutec price list, it cost £5,625.00 to purchase.

The Arkade, Minehead, September 2020

Jellikins

 Manufactured by Amutec of Mablethorpe, the Jellikins ride was released around 1999.


2000 Amutec Flyer

"Enter a Jellytastic world of fun with Bouncey and his Bumper Car, as seen on GMTV's Jellikins." - Amutec flyer, 2000.


Fantasy Island, Ingoldmells, June 2017.  This particular unit was originally a photo option but the camera had been removed.

As of the 2001 Amutec price list, the ride cost £2,395.00 to purchase.

Teletubbies Tubbytronic Superdome

 Manufactured by Amutec, the Teletubbies Tubbytronic Superdome was released in December 1999, following on from the success of the Noo-Noo ride released earlier that year.  It never seemed to gain the same popularity as the Noo-Noo though.


2000 Amutec Flyer

"Say 'Eh-oh' to the magical world of the Teletubbies with pre-school favourites Tinky Winky, Dipsy, Laa-Laa and Po. A gentle turning motion and interactive sampled sounds make the tubbytronic superdome the guaranteed 'Again again' ride of the year!" - Amutec leaflet, 2000


Blackpool Pleasure Beach, August 2018

According to the 2001 Amutec price list, the ride cost £3,495.00 to purchase.

Teletubbies Noo-Noo

 Manufactured by Amutec, the Teletubbies Noo-Noo was released in 1999.  It was a popular ride in is day and could be seen outside at least two or three arcades in most seaside resorts.

2000 Amutec Leaflet

"The Noo-Noo is instantly recognised and loved by children everywhere.  Featuring joystick control for the eyes and brush, flashing rear dome light and Noo-Noo sound effects." - Amutec leaflet, 2000

Forrest News, Bangor, May 2017

As of the 2001 Amutec catalogue, the Noo-Noo ride cost £2,850.00 to purchase.

Paddington Bear

The Paddington Bear Taxi was released by Jolly Roger Amusement Rides in 1999, and was sold in both black and red.  The ride features a model of Paddington Bear sitting in the passenger seat.  His case (with marmalade sandwich on top, of course!) sits behind the seats.


2000 Jolly Roger Catalogue

"Come and drive Paddington to the station in this traditional London taxi cab as he goes on his travels.  The ride features flashing lights, sound effects and an attract mode." - Jolly Roger Catalogue, 2000.


Safeways, Wembley, April 1999

According to the 2000 Jolly Roger catalogue, the ride measured 60" x 34" x 57".


Carnivale Amusements, Chapel St Leonards, June 2017