Corgi 261
Corgi 261 James Bond's Aston Martin D.B.5. Gold issue. Near mint plus/boxed. Early issue WITH INDICATOR LIGHT CASTING. 1st issue style box with Full Instruction Packet. From The Nelson Collection.
Price: £325.00
This item is sold.
Notes
1st issue example of one of the most popular Corgi models ever, issued between 1965-69. Note the indicator light casting and double side vent present on this early issue.
Please see our Blog on Corgi 261 models:
http://www.qualitydiecasttoys.com/articles/5
This 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. Looking unused and barely handled, this example has a close to mint, all original, vivid gold finish:
Suspension on all four spoked wheels. Fine tread original tyres are well-shaped.
Occasional small mark to the paint finish.
The 1st issue card plinth (i.e. without arrow on the red section where the model is placed) is clean, bright and tear-free. Silky feel to the very fresh card.
The Instruction Packet has been opened and it is complete with all accessories (badge, Instruction Leaflet and spare villain).
Secret Instructions Leaflet (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 1st issue outer box is clean bright and complete. Note that since it is 1st issue, there is no shading detail around the lettering ASTON MARTIN DB5 on the box face and no thick black border around the JAMES BOND’S lettering, too. Minor handling wear only.
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