Dinky Toys 140B 156 Rover 75 Saloon
Rover 75 Saloon by Dinky Toys, No. 140B 156 in Dinky shopkeeper's Trade Carton. With U.S. Export Label. Cream with blue wheels. Scarce. Very near mint/boxed (with this version pictured). Early 156 issue from 1954. From The esteemed Spa-Francorchamps Collection. QDT starting bid £150. Please note that QDT apply 12.5% buyer's commission.
Notes
An early 156 issue in fine all original condition with a shining rich cream finish, blue ridged wheels, and Rover 75 cast in to the underside of the roof. Bright base and smooth-running original tyres.
A very close to mint paint finish.
The picture box shows this particular version on one box face. Note the penned marking through the product number and product detail on both picture sides.
The plain buff dual-numbered Trade Carton would have originally enclosed 6 boxed examples. Just this one now! Some water staining in places and a little storage wear. Traces of the original tape which kept the box closed. Penned writing. Hudson Dobson export label in yellow is complete on one side.
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