Dinky Toys 978 Bedford Refuse Wagon
Bedford Refuse Wagon by Dinky Toys, No. 978. Lime green cab issue, mid-grey back, grey shutters, cast lime green roof box, WHITE interior, green plastic wheels. Orange & black chevrons. Very, very near mint/boxed, with both original BLACK bins, including the lids. From The Reference Collection.
Price: £100.00
Notes
This classic Dinky truck was issued for some sixteen years in total (1964-72), this version having a metallic green cab, is the last issue presented in the harder to find end flap picture box with a white background. Model is in virtually mint condition with both REFUSE WAGON labels at the sides, as well as an intact chevron label at the rear. All delicate deep grey rear opening shutters are intact.
None of the usual chipping head-on, showing that this truck has had careful handling only.
Hard to find a mark.
Both black plastic bins are present, complete with removable lids!
The bright and fresh window box has an intact original cellophane window Unpunched header card. Bright yellow card inner has a tear at one side.
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