Dinky Toys 405 Universal Jeep
Universal Jeep by Dinky Toys, No. 405 Scarce late issue in red, red plastic wheels. Very near mint/boxed. From The Reference Collection.
Notes
This scarce late issue has a vivid red finish and matching red plastic wheels (apart from the spare which is metal), bright, untarnished tinplate screen, black metal steering wheel.
Gloss baseplate. This Jeep has an outstanding lustre. Day-one bright colours too.
Little chip on one of the seat backs. Occasional tiny mark besides.
The correct lighter yellow card box is clean and crisp. This is the version with conventional end flaps which would not have had a serrated tag. Correct colour spot. Period shop price label.
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