C317

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Issued between 1964-65, this is one of the range of exciting racing Minis produced by Corgi during this period. Extremely popular at the time, they are even more sought-after by collectors these days!

A fresh and original red and white finish on this racing model with a bright silver spotlight on the roof (which does not swivel). Bold print racing number ‘37’ on both doors have a couple of negligible dots. ‘Monte Carlo’ bonnet transfer is notably complete and thankfully free of the near-obligatory centre line rub! Bright jewelled headlights and an attractive original finish on the silver radiator and bumper. Again free of the chips at this vulnerable area! Rear transfer is very nearly complete with just the merest top portion nick caused by a body line detail. Bright white roof has none of the usual edge nicks that can spoil the appearance of this great little iconic car! A little paint bulge on the roof (factory). A factory flick of silver at the rear boot detail.
The crisp and clean box has vivid colours, and no graffiti, unless you include the shopkeeper’s pencilled price of 4/6 at an end flap.

Nice to see this example comes complete with the model specific Corgi Club Membership Form which has printed details of the 1964 Monte Carlo Rally.