Corgi 261
Corgi 261 James Bond's Aston Martin D.B.5. Very near mint/boxed. RARE, 1st issue version with LIGHT TAN EJECTOR ROOF INTERIOR & BRIGHT RED SEATING. With a pristine, never-opened Secret Instruction Packet and Promotional Leaflet. Another exceptional example from a most discerning collector in the UK. Bids are invited on this item - please see the relevant section on our Faq Page. QDT starting bid £500. Please note that QDT apply 12.5% buyer's commission.
Price: £675.00
This item is no longer for sale, price for reference only.
Notes
We are especially delighted to offer one of the most popular Corgi models ever, issued between 1965-69.
This 1st James Bond Aston Martin is in all original condition with none of the reproduction accessories, rife with this issue. Note the indicator light casting and double side vent present on this early issue. The car is fully functioning, complete with both figures. Suspension is present on wire wheels. Original tyres are supple and well-shaped. This Aston Martin DB5 model has a lustrous intense, deep toffee-gold finish – an especially attractive example, since often the Aston comes in a variety of shades. Note the light tan ejector roof interior too, with a bright red interior. A rare version. Thankfully, this model does not have the near-obligatory centre mark on the roof. So nice to see like this! Gives the impression of unsold old shop stock.
Please see our Blog for more information on Corgi 261 in general.
Occasional mere dot/tiny mark to the paint finish.
The plinth on which the model sits is clean and bright with a crisp feel. Note that it is the 1st issue version correct without ‘Secret Instructions’ arrow. Very minor wear only.
The pristine Instruction Packet has never been opened. Inside there will be the all important Secret Instructions which detail the retractable machine guns, opening roof and ejector seat, rear bullet screen and telescopic over-riders. The packet will also contain the unapplied 007 badge. Inside the packet, too, there will be the spare villain figure, in case the first one goes astray. Note the additional leaflet ‘Model Car Makers to James Bond’, present with some issues.
The outer box is the 1st issue style – correct without the shading detail around the lettering ASTON MARTIN DB5 on the box face and without the thick black border around the JAMES BOND’S lettering, too. Strongly-coloured and looking really crisp and fresh with tiny wear only.
A piece of Corgi history and a nostalgic treat which is hard to resist! One of the most difficult James Bond models to find.
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