French Dinky Toys 555 Ford Thunderbird
Ford Thunderbird by French Dinky Toys, No. 555. Rare South African issue in BRIGHT RED. From The esteemed Spa-Francorchamps Collection. Starting bid £500. Please note that QDT apply 12.5% buyer's commission.
Notes
The rarest French Dinky Ford Thunderbird model, this South African issue has a vivid red finish, with silver trim, suspension on spun wheels, red plastic seating, white plastic steering wheel, driver. Intact windscreen. White well-shaped tyres (replaced).
Note distinctive South African rivets.
A little marking to the paint finish including front bumper edge. Some tarnishing to the base.
Few Dinky collections can boast one of these!
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