The J.C. Penney Manhandler “Purple Fury” sticker pays tribute to one of the rarest snowmobiles ever produced — reborn in full Monsters on Machines style.
About the Machine
The Manhandler was sold under the J.C. Penney department store brand during the early 1970s — part of their short-lived entry into the booming snowmobile market. Manufactured by companies like Comet Industries and rebranded for retail, the Manhandler was known for its simple construction and bold color schemes, including its unmistakable deep purple variant.
Engine: 295cc–440cc single or twin, fan-cooled
Type: Trail recreational snowmobile
Distinctive Features: Steel skis, low windshield, and unique branding
Marketed as an affordable, reliable family sled
Despite its brief production, the Manhandler has become a cult classic — a quirky symbol of the era when nearly every brand tried their hand at snowmobiles.
