CGS40
Corgi Gift Set 40. The Avengers. Near mint plus/boxed. Very scarce first issue with GREEN BENTLEY! From 'The New European'Collection.
Notes
This is a close-to-mint, first issue version with the rare green Bentley.
Issued between 1966-69, this set would have been released at the start of the production run.
The set comprises:
1) John Steed’s Bentley in green and black finish, correct for this set with red metal wire wheels. Complete with all parts, and including the figure of John Steed at the wheel. In close to mint condition. Little mark at the rear edge of the running boards and the occasional small mark besides. Fine original tyres.
2) Emma Peel’s Lotus Elan S2 in white. Close to mint, but closest inspection reveals a few subtle touch-ins. Suspension on shaped spun wheels. Fine original tyres. Original figure of Emma Peel.
Three plastic umbrellas are included (replacements).
Inner card plinth is bright and clean. No longer present are the pull-out tabs at the sides.
Just one little wheel slot tear and a small area of seam separation at the front edge.
The colourful card outer box is complete and bright. Minor age wear and a couple fo very minor tears. Period penned price at a end flap.
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