Thanks for the welcome Dr. Cranky. You sure make me feel that I belong here in the forum. Much obliged!!!
The control panel in front are for lights and the car turntable. The lifter is made from wood and only for display.
Here is the rest of the photos in facebook.
https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.299681940073914.66280.100000963310784&type=3
My friend was delighted with the gift.
Thanks again!!