Dinky Toys 968 B.B.C. T.V. Roving Eye Vehicle
B.B.C. T.V. Roving Eye Vehicle by Dinky Toys, No. 968. Very near mint/boxed. Issue with cream 'BBC' lettering on the camera. Complete with original aerial & packing. From The Ian Hewlett Collection.
Price: £135.00
This item is sold.
Notes
One of the trio of t.v./broadcasting vehicles made between 1959-65.
This B.B.C. truck is in all original condition with a deep green and pale grey finish. This model comes complete with the detachable aerial (often they seem to go astray!). Camera man on the roof swivels. This version has cream BBC lettering on the camera. Virtually complete – complete detailed crest transfers on both sides of the van.
Bright base (couple of marks) and the original tyres run well.
The occasional mark may be found if you scrutinise closely. Note too the factory stray dab of factory light grey paint on one side.
The striped Supertoys box is bright and complete. Minor age wear and a little tarnishing to staples. Period shop label on a short lid end. With card packing piece.
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