Lot # 71 - Garfield Aquarium – 1978 Hawkeye Model GFA700 with Box

Opening Bid : $ 5.00
Start Date/Time: 11-Nov-2025 7:00:00 AM
End Date/Time: 18-Nov-2025 8:10:00 PM
Current bid:

$77.00

Highest bidder:

TopCat

Auction has ended

Description :

Vintage Garfield Aquarium produced by Hawkeye Corporation under license from United Feature Syndicate, Inc. (1978). This nostalgic two-gallon aquarium features Garfield holding a round clear fishbowl, complete with the original box, under-gravel filter system, air pump, and lighted hood assembly. Designed for freshwater use only, it doubles as both a functional aquarium and a collectible display piece perfect for a child’s room, study, or retro décor setup.

Item Details:

  • Manufacturer: Hawkeye Corporation

  • Model: GFA-700 (Aquatank Series)

  • Licensed by: United Feature Syndicate, Inc. (© 1978)

  • Material: Molded ABS plastic with clear plastic tank insert

  • Capacity: 2-gallon aquarium

  • Includes:
    • Garfield shell with integrated hood light fixture
    • Air pump (AGT-735R)
    • Under-gravel filter base plate and riser tube (tube is broken)
    • Original packaging box

  • Light: Powers on; accepts 15 W max appliance bulb (not included)

  • Motor: Powers on (untested with water)

  • Condition: Light and motor both power on; riser tube is broken (see photo).


Auction History

Highest bidder is TopCat

Date Bid User
17-Nov-2025 1:19:04 PM $77.00 TopCat
17-Nov-2025 1:19:04 PM $76.00 stellaeye
12-Nov-2025 4:51:23 PM $72.00 TopCat
12-Nov-2025 4:51:23 PM $71.00 Ashlie
12-Nov-2025 4:51:10 PM $66.00 TopCat
12-Nov-2025 4:51:10 PM $65.00 Ashlie
12-Nov-2025 4:49:16 PM $51.00 TopCat
12-Nov-2025 4:48:49 PM $50.00 Ashlie
12-Nov-2025 4:48:49 PM $50.00 TopCat
12-Nov-2025 3:41:28 PM $15.00 Ashlie
12-Nov-2025 3:41:28 PM $14.00 Schmeahdaleah
11-Nov-2025 2:34:48 PM $12.00 Ashlie
11-Nov-2025 10:29:33 AM $11.00 Toady
11-Nov-2025 10:29:33 AM $10.00 shehale
11-Nov-2025 9:42:29 AM $5.00 Toady

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