Lot 82:
Dinky Toys 187 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia Coupe in Original Box
Description
A die-cast model vehicle depicting a Volkswagen Karmann Ghia Coupe, finished in a two-tone green body with a cream-coloured roof. The model features interior glazing, a silver-painted front bumper, and independent suspension. It is fitted with white tyres on silver metal hubs. The black-painted metal baseplate is embossed with the text VOLKSWAGEN KARMANN GHIA, DINKY TOYS, MADE IN ENGLAND, and MECCANO LTD. It also includes the patent numbers PAT. NOS. 24/58 and 1165/59.
The item is accompanied by its original yellow and red cardboard box. One side panel is printed with No. 187 VOLKSWAGEN KARMANN GHIA COUPE, DINKY TOYS, and WITH WINDOWS AND INDEPENDENT SUSPENSION. The end flap features the model number 187 within a red oval. The top of the box bears several handwritten inscriptions including 21/9/60 – Fcw Zurich – NF 3,40 in black ink and Vert et Crème in blue ink. One side of the box promotes joining the DINKY TOYS CLUB. The packaging is marked Printed in England and Imprimé en Angleterre.
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