Dinky 161

Dinky 161 Austin Somerset Saloon. Scarce cream & black issue. Near mint plus/boxed. From The Berlin Collection.

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Price: £375.00

This item is no longer for sale, price for reference only.

Notes

This is the sought after late two-tone issue made towards the end of the run 1956-59. In authentic and original condition throughout with a pleasing lustre to the paint finish. Correct that this early issue does not have the rear light detail or silver numberplate. Correct smooth tyres have no flat spots.
Smart, glossy finish.

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Stray flecks of factory silver low down on one side and a little crazing to one wheel (as-made).Lightest rub at a side raised body-line.
The box is bright and complete. Correct colour spot at the end flaps. A little age/handling wear and a period pencilled price at an end flap. Penned period note (27 March 1961) on the inside surface of one large end flap.

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