Corgi 508
Pre-production Sample of a Commer Bus 2500 Series Race Rally Support Van, based on Corgi 508 Commer Van 'HOLIDAY BUS'. With Whizzwheels, tow hook & unique labels & transfers. From The Losch Auction 2000, property of Marcel Van Cleemput. Another remarkable model from The Old School Collection. Bids are invited - please see the relevant section on our Faq Page. QDT starting bid £200. Please note that QDT apply 10% buyer's commission, with a ceiling of £100.
Price: £1,450.00
This item is no longer for sale, price for reference only.
Notes
One of twelve items that comprise lot number 2266 at Losch Auction House in March 2000, this pre-production sample of the Commer Bus 2500 Series Race Rally Support Van is finsihe din blue and white. Original property of Marcel Van Cleemput.
Part of lot number 2266:
Whizzwheels and a screwed base. Tow hook fitted. White interior including the seating at the rear.
Based on the Commer Holiday Camp Bus but now finished in blue and white with various labels e.g. ‘SHELL’ ‘DUNLOP’ etc and a ‘RACE RALLY SUPPORT TEAM’ transfer (some age wear to this transfer). Opening rear doors.
Note the marking on the roof and traces of the casting for the Holiday Bus still visible.
An idea that was mooted (probably around 1970) but this model never went into production sadly.
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