Corgi 231
Corgi 231 Triumph Herald Coupe. Blue & white issue. Version with 1 exposed rivet and 2 flatter, painted cast details (later issue). Very near mint/boxed. From The Inverness Collection.
Notes
Issued between 1961-65, this sought-after model has an appealing blue and white paint finish with a vibrant red interior, opening bonnet (notably complete with the detachable air filter). Suspension on shaped spun wheels. Fine original tyres.
Version with 1 exposed rivet and 2 flatter, painted cast details (later version):
Couple of tiny marks only. Small retouch at a headlight rim (probably factory).
The pictorial is crisp and brightly-coloured. Intact card. Light wear and a period price on an end flap
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