C468
Pre-production sample piece - Corgi 468 London Transport Routemaster Bus "Naturally Corgi Toys". Rare item from The Monty Calme Collection.
Notes
Purchased by Monty from an ex-Corgi employee, this is an exciting pre-production sample piece for Corgi 468 ‘Naturally Corgi Toys’ London Transport Routemaster Bus. Note that this example has a bare metal base and floor of the bus, lacks the conductor and destination label. Rivetted base. Shaped spun wheels, window glazing, cream interior, original bright red finish. Complete ‘Corgi Classics’ and ‘Naturally Corgi Toys’ transfers at the sides. "London Transport’ transfers are intact, too.
Standard, colourful card box shows minimal wear. As-new feel. Corgi Club Membership Form.
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