Corgi Toys 312 Marcos Mantis
Rare colour trial/factory sample Marcos Mantis in CARAMEL with BLACK interior, bumper, grille and headlight surround by Corgi Toys, No. 312. Very near mint/boxed. Exceptional item originally from The Monty Calme Collection. Now part of The Gower Collection. Starting bid £300. Please note that QDT apply 12.5% buyer's commission.
Notes
A rare find indeed. This Marcos Mantis model is uniquely finished in a distinctive caramel shade with a black interior, grille, bumper & headlight surrounds. Opening doors. Window glazing. Detailed ‘spoked’ whizzwheels. Screwed base.
We expect that this was a colour trial or sample piece – and never made in to production.
Very near mint condition in a crisp, clean, bright window box. Very minor wear only.
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