Corgi 440
Corgi 440 Ford Consul Super Estate Car Golfing Set. Very, very near mint/boxed. Scarce with packing & additional 'Opening Tailgate' sign. From The Old School Collection. Bids are invited - please see the relevant section on our Faq Page. QDT starting bid £250.
Notes
A popular Corgi set issued between 1966-69, and notably complete with the rare ‘Opening Tailgate’ sign and card packing!
This set comprises:
1) Corgi 491 Ford Consul Super Estate Car in deep metallic blue finish with “wood” side panels, suspension on bright shaped spun wheels, jewelled headlights, cream interior and opening tailgate. Bright chrome. Fine, well-shaped original tyres.
If you really want to fault it you could note the tiny light rub on the roof.
2) Golfer, caddie and trolley; all original and as-new!
Inner card stand has vibrant colours on extremely crisp barely handled card. Small wear to one slot for the golf clubs . Both pull-out tabs intact. Overall impression is as-new!
The outer box is bright and complete. Light handling/grubbiness and the residue from a small price label at an end flap.
Corgi Club Membership Form is included.
Rarely seen with this sign and card wrap-around packing piece included.
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