Corgi Toys 490 VW Breakdown Truck
Volkswagen Breakdown Truck by Corgi Toys, No. 490 In tan with CAST WHEELS & 'BREAKDOWN' paper labels with Corgi Dog logo. Scarce. Very near mint/boxed. From The Ian Hewlett Collection. Starting bid £75. Please note that QDT apply 12.5% buyer's commission.
Notes
A scarce issue. This unused Corgi model has a gleaming original tan paint finish, with a red VW emblem, detailed cast wheels, and Corgi logo with Breakdown lettering below on both sides* (as pictured on the box). Original fine tread tyres, opening red toolbox and plated fittings.
Very near mint. No spare tyres or chevron label.
Please compare this tan version in the foreground when set alongside the standard avocado version:
The box is clean, crisp and brightly-coloured. Light wear.
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