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!
You may like

Corgi Toys 321 Monte Carlo Mini
Mini Cooper 'S' Monte Carlo 1966 with roof signatures, racing number 2 by Corgi Toys, No. 321. Near mint plus/in 321 box with 1966 flash label. Scarce. From The Elmer Collection.

Corgi Toys 437 Superior Ambulance on Cadillac Chassis
Superior Ambulance on Cadillac Chassis by Corgi Toys, No. 437. Red and cream version with CLEAR indicators. Very near mint/boxed.With packing & leaflet. From The Elmer Collection.

Corgi Toys 414 Bedford Military Ambulance
Bedford Military Ambulance by Corgi Toys, No. 414. Very near mint/boxed. First issue with FLAT spun wheels. From The Elmer Collection.