Corgi Toys 485 Surfing Mini
Austin Mini Countryman 'Surfing' by Corgi Toys, No. 485. Near mint plus/boxed. With figure and surf boards. From The Sverige Collection.
Notes
Issued between 1965-69, this popular ‘Surfing’ Mini model has a sea-green finish, ‘wood panelling’, vivid yellow interior, jewelled headlights, intact aerial, bright chrome roof-rack with two surf boards, and surfing figure.
Suspension on well-shaped, original shaped spun wheels.
In close to mint condition with a few little marks at the rear. With figure and surfing boards.
The colourful pictorial box is complete and bright. Crisp feel. Very light wear. Penned date of purchase (14-2-66) – date of purchase by the original owner perhaps?
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