C227

Corgi 227 Morris Mini-Cooper Competition Model. Very near mint/boxed. Primrose yellow & white version, racing number 1.

C227r147

Price: £195.00

This item is no longer for sale, price for reference only.

Notes

A popular Corgi model in primrose yellow finish with a white roof and bonnet, detailed crossed flag transfer is notably complete on the bonnet. Shaped spun wheels have suspension, racing number 1 labels on both doors are complete, jewelled headlights, although one is slightly mis-aligned, factory fault).
A couple of small marks on this Mini, one at the edge of the side of the roof and another above the headlight. A couple of tiny dots besides e.g. on a boot detail.

Yellow

C227r1471

C227r1474

The box is complete and bright with all end flaps intact. Minor ruffling at an end flap and shopkeeper’s pencilled pricing at an end flap.

C227r1473

In all original condition, this is a delightful Mini issued between 1962-65.