In Santa attire.

Muffler Man - Sunny the Big Man

This 22-ft. tall Muffler Man stands on an elevated platform along Main Street where he has drawn attention to local businesses since the 1960s.

He is a master of disguise, with a more extensive wardrobe than most of his statue brethren. The "big man" has been known to dress as Santa at Christmas, don a tuxedo during prom season, a cap and bat during baseball season, and support US troops with various flag displays.

The statue stood for years on a platform atop the Western Tire & Appliance store on East Main St., promoted with the line: "The store with the big man on top." When it closed in late 2004, the M-Man was sold and transported to Sun Glass down Main St. He was renamed in a contest: "Sunny the Big Man."

Vital Statistics:

Type: Classic

Arm position: Standard

Accessories: Holiday and special event attire

Ready for baseball season.

Also see: Muffler Men

Muffler Man - Sunny the Big Man

Sun Glass

Address:: 602 W. Main St., Farmington, NM
Directions:: Stands on the roof of Sun Glass on the north side of W. Main St. between N. Auburn and N. Schwartz Aves.
RA Rates:: Worth a Detour

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May 19, 2013