FD22A
French Dinky 22A Maserati Sport 2000. Very, very near mint/boxed. Impressive model and box. Deep red version, convex wheels. From The 25 Year Collection.
Notes
This collector wanted only the best examples in his collection ? always a discerning buyer of the finest examples he could find. After over 25 years, he has now decided to part with items from his own extensive collection.
This is one of them.
For more on this collector, please see our Blog entitled ‘California dreamin’
Early issue (1958-59) with a deep lustrous red finish, including the seats, white driver, shiny baseplate, intact original screen and plated convex wheels. This classic Maserati model makes a fine display piece:
Tiny dot or two visible only to the gimlet-eyed.
The pictorial box is vividly-coloured, clean and complete. As-new look and feel. Period pencilled price on one box face.
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