Dinky Toys 156 Rover 75 Saloon
Rover 75 Saloon by Dinky Toys, No. 156. A First for QDT in GRASS GREEN & mint green! Large print baseplate. A rare find! From The Spa-Francorchamps Collection. Near mint plus/boxed. Starting bid £300. Please note that QDT apply 12.5% buyer's commission.
Price: £450.00
This item is sold.
Notes
This classic Dinky Rover Saloon was made between 1956-59. This version in distinctive grass green and mint green is a rare find.
Note that this example has the large print and 156 on the baseplate:
Tarnished area and minor marking. Smooth original tyres (light flat spot).
A few light raised bodyline rubs to the paint finish.
The pictorial box is bright, clean, fresh and complete. Correct two-tone green spot at the end flaps. Light wear.
The standard model is shown below this rare variation for comparison
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