Corgi Toys 261 James Bond's Aston Martin D.B.5

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One of the most popular Corgi models ever, issued between 1965-69.
This James Bond Aston Martin is in very close to mint, all original condition with none of the reproduction accessories, rife with this issue.
The car is fully functioning, complete with both figures. It has a pleasing lustrous gold finish and intact suspension on all four wheels.

Note this casting does not have the indicator light detail, which was not present on later issues. For more details on Corgi 261 generally, please do refer to our Blog article.

Original tyres run well.

Occasional minor mark at opening roof edge and note the stray shard of metal on the inside of the rear window.

The plinth (without SECRET INSTRUCTION arrow, so 1st issue) on which the model sits is complete with both pull-out end tabs. Crisp and fresh, happily free of wheel slot tears.
Reverse:

The Instruction Packet has been opened carefully. Inside you will find the Secret Instruction Leaflet and spare villain, and most important of all perhaps, the James Bond Badge!
‘Model Car Makers to James Bond’ Leaflet.

The 2nd issue outer box is clean, silky, brightly-coloured and complete.
Note that since it is 2nd issue there is shading detail around the lettering ASTON MARTIN DB5 on the box face and a black border around the JAMES BOND’S lettering. Light wear and faint shopkeeper’s pencilled writing on an end flap.