Dinky Toys 501 901 Foden Diesel 8-Wheel Wagon
Foden Diesel 8-Wheel Wagon by Dinky Toys, No. 501 901. 2nd type. Near mint plus/boxed. Scarce commercial from The Ian Hewlett Collection. Starting bid £200. Please note that QDT apply 12.5% buyer's commission.
Notes
Issued during 1954 when this model was renumbered to 901, this classic Dinky truck has a 2nd type red cab and chassis, deep fawn back, grooved red Supertoy hubs, large painted hook. Without tanker slits to the underside. Fine lustre to the paint finish throughout:
Upon minute inspection, one may see a few subtle retouches at some wheel arches and a couple elsewhere. Fine lustre throughout with vibrant day-one colours show that this item has been carefully handled and stored.
Original radial tyres are well-shaped.
The dual-numbered striped DINKY TOYS box has bright colours on clean card.
Light wear including a little rubbing at edges. Shelf rubs on the underside. Faintly pencilled ‘80’ on the lid. Rusty staples.
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