Dinky 979
Dinky 979 Racehorse Transport. Near mint plus/boxed. Complete with both original horses. Scarce. Dated 1961. From The Cologne Collection.
Notes
This is a scarce issue in close to perfect condition, complete with the two original horses. Detailed transfers on both sides have a little minor rubbing. Virtually unrubbed lettering/horse transfer at the front of the cab.
Pleasing lustre – in all original condition.
Occasional small mark to the paint finish, nearly all confined to the opening doors. Original well-shaped black treaded tyres.
A hard model to find in any condition.
Comes complete with both original horses too!
Striped Supertoys box is complete and brightly-coloured. Very minor wear only. Model produced 1961-64. Dated 1961 (Dinky stamp inside the box lid).
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