Corgi 349

Corgi 349 Morris Mini Minor 'POP ART'. Very near mint/boxed. Rare model from the 'Exclusively Mini' Collection.

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Price: £2,350.00

This item is no longer for sale, price for reference only.

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One of the most prized Corgi models, we are pleased to offer this example in superb, close to mint condition.
A message from the owner:
“This was an old shop stock model I purchased from a Swedish toy and paper shop in the late 80’s from a Swedish dealer. He had 5 of them in total!
I managed to buy 2 of them.  
You may not be surprised to hear that I swapped the other one for more Minis”
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Correctly finished in orange-red with suspension on detailed cast wheels. The highly decorative transfers are notably complete save for tiny crazing over the bonnet central line. Note too that this model has the correct horizontal body line on the front wing and patent number (not patent applied) on the base. These details ensure that this model is a Mini Mostest and not a later decorated red Mini Corgi 226.

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Not a trace of sunfading on this most decorated Corgi car! Indeed, it has obviously had occasional and careful handling only, since the delicate transfers are so easy to damage. The transfers on both sides, including the ‘MOSTEST’ lettering, and the large roof transfer, are crisp, vibrant – and complete! +Note the very small additional piece of transfer that has become adhered on the roof. Very thin faint red mark on top of a small section of one of the door transfers.

As far as the paint finish is concerned, you may note a little minor front bumper rubbing due to box contact and a couple of negligible marks at a headlight surround.

The correct, colourfully illustrated card box is bright, fresh and clean. Crisp, showing minimal and careful handling.
One of the most highly-prized Corgi items in close to mint/boxed, original condition!

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