Corgi Toys 440 Cortina Golfing Set
Ford Consul Super Estate Car Golfing Set by Corgi Toys, No. 440. Near mint plus/boxed. With accessories & OPENING TAILGATE Sign. From The Pennsylvanian Collection.
Notes
A popular Corgi set issued between 1966-69, this Cortina Estate model has a lustrous metallic blue finish.
This set comprises:
1) Corgi 491 Ford Consul Super Estate Car with “wood” side panels, suspension on bright shaped spun wheels, jewelled headlights, cream interior and opening tailgate. Bright chrome. Fine, well-shaped tyres. Close to mint condition with a few little marks to the paint finish.
2) Golfer, caddie and trolley; all original and as-new!Inner card stand is clean, with vibrant colours.Crisp and vibrant, showing minimal handling. Note the print at the front section of the plinth which is out of focus (but as -printed). Tiny wear to the section where the golf clubs are slotted. Complete with pull tabs at the sides.
Reverse:
The outer box is complete, bright and tear-free, with quite a crisp feel. Light wear.
Nice to see that this model includes the promotional ‘OPENING TAILGATE’ card sign which would prop open the boot.