Dinky Toys 980 Horse Van
Horse Van by Dinky Toys, No. 980. Very near mint/boxed. With MAROON wheels. Scarce U.S. issue. From Boris's Collection.
Notes
This fine and scarce model is cast in aluminium and has the complete wording “EXPRESS HORSE VAN” on both sides and “EXPRESS” above the cab windows. Virtually complete – complete ’HIRE SERVICE on both sides. Just the occasional negligible mark to the paint finish. The original maroon paint has a fine lustrous finish, showing that this model has been carefully stored and rarely handled. More difficult find with maroon wheels (more usually red wheels).
The correctly labelled “HORSE VAN” box is complete and bright, with no splits. No graffiti or punctures. Light age/handling wear. Rusty staples. No packing.
Dinky stamp inside the box lid.
You may like

Dinky Toys 295 Atlas Bus
Atlas Bus by Dinky Toys, No. 295. Very, very near mint/boxed. Rare issue in ALL-BLUE with RED INTERIOR. From The Rickman Collection.

Dinky Toys 511 Guy 4-Ton Lorry
Guy 4-Ton Lorry by Dinky Toys, No. 511 1st Type. Very near mint/boxed. From The Phenomenal Collection.

French Dinky Toys 893 Unic Sahara Pipe-Laying Truck
Unic Sahara Pipe-Laying Truck by French Dinky Toys, No. 893. Very near mint/boxed. Early issue with pierced trailer detail. From The Swiss-French Collection.