Dinky Toys 943 Leyland Octopus ESSO Tanker

Leyland Octopus Tanker ESSO by Dinky Toys, No. 943. With red metal Supertoy wheels. Very near mint/boxed. From The Cologne Collection. Starting bid £400. Please note that QDT apply 12.5% buyer's commission.

Dinky supertoys 943 leyland octopus tanker esso gg669 front

Price: £400.00

This item is sold.

Notes

This model makes such an attractive display piece with a vivid red paint finish throughout. Tinplate tank has transfers on both sides and at rear. No dents in the tanker. The lettering at the sides is virtually complete. The rear transfer is notably complete.
Bright baseplate and well-shaped original tyres. Spare included. Rivet fixing.
Such an attractive glossy finish – and no retouches!

Dinky supertoys 943 leyland octopus tanker esso gg669 back

Dinky supertoys 943 leyland octopus tanker esso gg669 base

The striped pictorial box with italicised print has strong colours throughout. Rusty staples. Light stain on the lid and a small area of surface loss.

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