D159
Dinky 159 Morris Oxford Saloon. Very near mint/boxed (wear). Scarce example in cerise and ivory with cream ridged wheels. From The BST Collection.
Notes
A classic Dinky model issued just during 1954 with a shining cerise and ivory paint finish, cream hubs.
Presents well with a pleasing glossy lustre.
Note the small raised paint bubble at one side of the roof (as-made).
Minute scrutiny reveals a couple of dot retouches
Bright baseplate and smooth-running original treaded tyres.
The pictorial card box, displaying the correct two-colour spot, is bright and complete. Several small stain dots and wear besides, including a couple of little end flap seam tears.
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