The Disney Blog points to 4 Women On the Route, which chronicles the restoration of parts of Galena, Kansas, where the inspiration for Mater from Cars was found. He has been restored and since named Tow-Tater and the garage where he was found has also been restored. Tow-Tater was even given eyes. The caption that accompanies the above photo reads…
Tow tater still runs and is used in parades and also parties. The Eyes for tow tater was donated to us by local business, 66 quilting,. In August someone had shot tow tater right between the eyes. Many have offered to donate a new windshield but the glass is irreplaceable.
Be sure to take a look at the site, it’s very interesting and what they have done is amazing.
Last modified: November 3, 2007