Dinky 409
Dinky 409 Bedford Articulated Lorry. Near mint/boxed, with original card packing piece. Scarce LATE issue with a paler yellow cab & deeper orange-yellow back, SILVER RADIATOR & HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLY. A first for QDT! From 1963. From The Reference Collection.
Notes
This classic Dinky commercial model is a rare late issue from the end of the production run in 1963. A glossy and lustrous example with an original lighter yellow cab and a deeper orange-yellow back. Black wings and red hubs. Issue with a bright silver radiator and headlight assembly, window glazing.
The first we have ever offered for sale.
Three chips to to the paint finish. Bright base & well-shaped, treaded original tyres. Note the drip of factory paint which has pooled a little at the front edge of the roof in one small place and also on the bonnet.
The colourful yellow and violet blue picture box is really bright, clean and fresh-looking. Light wear. Note that this model comes with the original card packing piece too.
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