Dinky Toys 25X Breakdown Lorry
Breakdown Lorry by Dinky Toys, No. 25X. Very, very near mint/boxed. Mid-tan and green with black lettering in the early-style box. With packing card and Quality Control Label. A classic Dinky model from The Reference Collection of fine Dinky Toys. Starting bid £200. Please note that QDT apply 12.5% buyer's commission.
Price: £250.00
This item is sold.
Notes
There were lots of different colour variations of this popular Dinky Toy!
Here are just four from this collection, which shows the subtle colour variations, lettering differences, box changes etc:
This particular model is on the far left hand side at the front.
This impressive Breakdown Lorry has a rich mid-tan cab and chassis, vivid green back, red ridged wheels, black lettering. Early version with a brass winding handle.
In original condition throughout.
Virtually mint!
Complete “DINKY SERVICE” lettering in black on both sides. Delightful untarnished brass winding handle which operates the tow hook. Shiny baseplate (minor ‘spidering’). Original smooth tyres run well.
The striped DINKY TOYS box has bright, fresh colours on clean card. Note the image of the Breakdown Lorry on the lid: olive green back & grey tyres. Very light wear.
Nice to see this early model comes complete with the card packing piece and even the Dinky Factory Quality Control Label.
With U.S. Export Label Hudson Dobson on one lid side.
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