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A landmark Corgi Collection covering the width and breadth of Corgi models amassed over decades by an exuberant collector. The Monty Calme collection is a truly astonishing gathering of the best of Corgi models and ephemera, including rare and unique pieces and point of sale items. The largest collection we have ever seen.

A most popular and sought-after Gift Set from Corgi, issued 1961-1965.

It comprises:

1) Ecurie Ecosse Transporter has a vivid metallic blue finish, shaped spun wheels, lemon interior and a light grey base. Sliding side doors, window glazing and a drop down ramp at the rear. Pale blue lettering at the sides. Able to ‘transport’ the three racing cars included with this set.
Condition: very near mint with a couple of little marks, where metal meets metal. Minor marking to the first letter ‘E’ of Ecosse on one side. Two original yellow bands are still in place.

2) 151a Lotus XI has a bright mid-blue finish, red seats, racing number 3. Driver.
Condition: Very near mint with driver and intact screen. Few little marks only including tiny marking to one of the wheels. Complete racing number. Intact stripe. Box is very crisp, clean and very bright. Corgi Club Membership Form.

3) 150S Vanwall in vermillion with racing number 25, driver, flat spun wheels with suspension.
Condition: Very near mint, wheel trims applied. Couple of little retouch marks toward the rear (probably factory). Wheel trims applied. Box is crisp, clean and bright. Tiny handling wear only. Corgi Club Membership Form.

4) 152S B.R.M. model finished in green, racing number 1.
Condition: Very near mint. Couple of tiny marks and the wheel trims applied. Box is crisp, clean and fresh. Corgi Club Membership Form.

Lift-off Lid Box is attractive with bright clean colours. Minor edge rubs and a little light marking/light wear besides. Comes complete with the original inner packing and three related Leaflets, as well as another Corgi Club Membership Form.

Note that this is not a later ‘made-up’ set – all items appear to be the originals from this set. The card boxes of the individual racing cars do not bear individual prices and are exceptionally bright and crisp, showing that they have been kept away form the light inside the box.
Very nice!