D256
Dinky 256 Police Patrol Car. Near mint plus/boxed. From a substantial collection in Northern Europe.
Notes
Issued between 1960-64, this Humber Hawk Police Car has a shining original black paint finish, complete with aerial, ‘POLICE’ roof sign and two figures inside. Number plates ‘PC 49’ at front and rear. Shaped spun wheels with suspension.
Shiny base and as-new original treaded tyres.
Few small marks away from mint.
Later pale yellow box is clean with vivid colours. Crisp feel. Very small start of an internal end flap tear Shopkeeper’s price at an end flap and a little writing on the top surface.
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