Corgi Toys 276 Oldsmobile Toronado
Oldsmobile Toronado by Corgi Toys, No. 276. Rare PRE-PRODUCTION issue in METALLIC PURPLE. Excellent/unboxed. As pictured in Corgi promotional brochure. Unique model from The Gower Collection. QDT starting bid £200. Please note that QDT apply 12.5% buyer's commission.
Notes
Issued between 1969-72, this is a (probably unique) pre-production example in metallic purple – and the colour of the version pictured in a period Corgi promotional leaflet:
The Oldsmobile Toronado has ‘Take-Off Wheels’(Golden Jacks), and swivelling jewelled headlights. Spring suspension. Tow hook has had a tiny repair. As-new tyres.
With some chipping and plating on the bumpers has largely rubbed away now. Note too that a small section of the front bumper is no longer present.
A little piece of Corgi history – we doubt if there is another example in metallic purple!
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