Dinky Toys 40J Austin Somerset Saloon

Austin Somerset Saloon by Dinky Toys, No. 40J. Very near mint/not boxed. Rare MAROON issue. A First for QDT! From The Reference Collection. QDT starting bid £150. Please note that QDT apply 12.5% buyer's commission.

Dinky toys 40j austin somerset saloon maroon hh134 front

Price: £500.00

This item is sold.

Notes

A rare find.
This early issue Austin Somerset Saloon has a rich original maroon finish and markedly different to the bright red version issued during this period.
For comparison only, please do take a look at this maroon version when placed alongside the bright red version, also available separately at time of writing):

Dinky 40j compare

This maroon version has bright red ridged wheels, generally bright baseplate with 40J cast (couple of small areas of tarnishing).

Dinky toys 40j austin somerset saloon maroon hh134 back

Dinky toys 40j austin somerset saloon maroon hh134 base

Occasional tiny mark to the all original finish.
Smooth original tyres are well-shaped.

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