Dinky 153
Dinky 40E-153 Standard Vanguard Saloon. Very near mint/boxed. Mid-blue issue with FAWN wheels. From The West Midlands Collection.
Notes
Issued during 1954 under this dual-numbering, this model has a vivid mid-blue finish with fawn hubs, closed in rear wheel spats, silver trim. This model presents well with its classic lines:
Shiny base. Fawn (not cream) wheels. Smooth original tyres.
Merest dot or two to the paint finish.
The dual-numbered box is crisp and complete with all end flaps intact. Correct colour spot. Plenty of end flap spring. Light age/handling wear.
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