C228
Corgi 228 Volvo P.1800. Deep red issue. Very, very near mint/boxed. From The Monty Calme Collection.
Notes
Issued between 1962-65 in a variety of colour finishes.
This example has a bright deep red paint finish with a lemon interior and silver detailing at the raised body lines and bumpers (all original). Suspension on shiny shaped spun hubs. Well-shaped original tyres.
In superb condition:
Couple of mere pin pricks at bumpers.
The box is complete and bright, feeling very crisp. Faint storage crease and tiny wear. Period price label on one box face. Corgi Club Membership Form.
One of the best examples we have seen.
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