Corgi 261
Corgi 261 James Bond's Aston Martin D.B.5. Very, very near mint/boxed (2nd issue). RARE version with LIGHT TAN EJECTOR ROOF INTERIOR & BRIGHT RED SEATING. With a full Secret Instruction Packet. One of the must-have Corgi Toys! From The Worcestershire Collection, largely comprising fine, classic sports and racing cars.
Price: £950.00
This item is no longer for sale, price for reference only.
Notes
We are especially delighted to offer one of the most popular Corgi models ever, issued between 1965-69.
The James Bond Aston Martin is in all original condition with none of the reproduction accessories, rife with this issue.
The car is fully functioning, complete with both figures. Suspension on wire wheels. Original tyres are supple and well-shaped. This Aston Martin DB5 model has a lustrous intense, deep gold finish – an especially attractive example, since often the Aston comes in a variety of shades. Note the light tan ejector roof interior too, coupled with a bright red interior. A rare version.
Downgraded due to a stray dot of silver at a rear wheel arch.
The plinth on which the model sits is close to pristine. Very vivid colours and no wheel slot tears. Silky, as-new feel.
The Instruction Packet has been carefully opened (so no tears), and inside there are the all important Secret Instructions which detail the retractable machine guns, opening roof and ejector seat, rear bullet screen and telescopic over-riders. All have been tested and work perfectly! The packet also contains the unapplied 007 badge which is still affixed to the backing sheet. Inside the packet, too, there is the spare villain figure, in case the first one goes astray. Note the additional leaflet ‘Model Car Makers to James Bond’ , present with some issues.
The outer box is the second issue – note the shading detail around the lettering ASTON MARTIN DB5 on the box face (learly example do not have this) as well as the thick black border around the JAMES BOND?S lettering, too.
Crisp. Nice, silky feel to the tear-free card. Very minor age wear only.
A piece of Corgi history and a nostalgic treat which is hard to resist! *One of the most difficult James Bond models to find. *
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