Corgi Toys 404 Bedford Dormobile
Bedford "Dormobile" Personnel Carrier by Corgi Toys, No. 404. Metallic mid-cerise version. Near mint plus/boxed. From The West Midlands Collection.
Notes
First issue of this delightful Bedford van in metallic mid-cerise finish (various shades exist), divided windscreen and flat spun hubs. In close to mint condition with a small flake of paint above a side window and a little area of rough casting below the windscreen.
Shiny base has a very small tarnished area. Shiny flat spun wheels and well-shaped fresh-looking treaded tyres.
For comparison only, please take a look at this model on the left when set alongside another from this collection:
The early powder-blue picture box is complete and deeply-coloured, if a little rubbed at edges with a little wear and a small part-puncture.
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