Dinky Toys 472 Austin Van 'Raleigh Cycles'
Austin Van "Raleigh Cycles" by Dinky Toys, No. 472. Very near mint/boxed. From The Cologne Collection.
Notes
The most sought-after of the Dinky Austin A40 advertising vans, this ‘Raleigh Cycles’ model is an attractive example with a deep green lustrous original finish and complete “Raleigh Cycles” transfers on both sides.
Shiny base (minor ‘spidering’) and well-shaped smooth original tyres. Yellow wheels. Silver trim.
Occasional tiny mark.
The picture box is complete and brightly-coloured. Light age/handling wear and a repaired internal end flap tear.
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