Dinky Toys 101 Thunderbirds 2 & 4

Notes

First issue from 1967-73 in all original dark gloss green. The Thunderbird 2 is happily free from the usual little problems that are all too frequent with these early examples i.e. the retractable yellow legs are well-shaped and retract well and the plated parts and labels are complete and intact.

One (probably factory assembly) small chip and a few mere dots/tiny marks besides.

Note too that this example comes complete with the small Thunderbird 4 inside the pod.
Obviously unplayed with or indeed handled very much. The metal pod which has to be slid out is one of the best we have seen! Barely a mark – and considering that marking is unavoidable as metal slides across metal.

The attractive inner card stand has lots of great artwork and looks fresh with excellent strong colours. Clean and so crisp! Only the most minor wear. Both tuck-in end flaps are present and intact.
Operating Instructions on the reverse (no separate leaflet with this example – leaflet included for examples sold to the French market).

The distinctive card outer box presents well and is happily free of the usual discolouration/foxing to the white background. Small areas of surface loss on an end flap. Light wear besides.

Card packing piece has a couple of very small tears.
With period promotional colour leaflet included:

A great Gerry Anderson model to add to your collection – this early issue is a strong favourite with many collectors. A very difficult find in this condition.