D278
Dinky 278 Vauxhall Victor Ambulance. With patient on stretcher. Very near mint/boxed. From the 1200 model Italian collection.
Notes
Looking like old shop stock, this is a very fine example of the Vauxhall Ambulance, finished in crisp matt white, with a complete ‘AMBULANCE’ sign on the roof, opening tailgate,blue light on the roof. Complete ‘Red Cross’ emblems on both doors, driver. Steering wheel has not been properly fitted ( much higher than it should be). Shiny shaped spun wheels with suspension. Black, fine tread tyres. Sleek matt baseplate. Patient on a stretcher.
In unused, original comdition, with a couple of negligible, probably as-made marks. Silver trim is unmarked.
The card picture box is bright and has a crisp feel. Minor wear (slight rubbing). No tears. Pencil writing on one box face.
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