D978
Dinky 978 Bedford Refuse Wagon. Metallic green cab issue, mid-grey back, deeper grey shutters, grey roof box, red interior, red plastic wheels. Very near mint/boxed (end flap style), with both original bins, including the lids. From The Reference Collection.
Notes
This classic Dinky truck was issued for some sixteen years in total (1964-72), this version having a metallic green cab, is a late issue presented in the end flap picture box. Model is in unused condition with both complete REFUSE WAGON labels at the sides, as well as an intact chevron label at the rear. Perfect crest transfers on both sides of the vivid green cab. 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.
Couple of tiny marks and very minor age discoloured patches on the roof box.
Both plastic bins are present, complete with removable lids!
The pictorial lift-off lid box with full colour picture scene has vibrant colours. Attractive backdrop for the truck when on display! Very small end flap tear and a very small area of edge ‘fraying’.
You may like

Dinky Supertoys 905 Foden Flat Truck with Chains
Foden Flat Truck with Chains by Dinky Toys, No. 905. Red & Grey. Rivetted issue. Near mint plus/boxed. With 2 card packing pieces. From The Swiss-French Collection.

Dinky Supertoys 501 Foden Diesel Wagon
Foden Diesel 8-Wheel Wagon by Dinky Toys, No. 501. Scarce gloss brown issue. 1st type. Very near mint/boxed. From The Off-shore Collection.

Dinky Toys 502 Foden Flat Truck
Foden Flat Truck by Dinky Toys, No. 502. 1st type issue in French blue & red. Near mint plus/boxed. A scarce commercial from The Off-shore Collection.