Specialist Sale featuring The Charles Matthews Austin Healey Collection - Wednesday 9 December 2020 | 10:00

Lot 2131

Large 1/8th scale model of the infamous Austin Healey that ran in the 1955 Le Mans Race and was...

Lot 2131

Large 1/8th scale model of the infamous Austin Healey that ran in the 1955 Le Mans Race and was...

Estimate: £3,000 - £4,000

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Lot 2131

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Large 1/8th scale model of the infamous Austin Healey that ran in the 1955 Le Mans Race and was involved in the tragic accident. The model depicts the condition that the actual Car was found in prior to its restoration, every minute detail, paint chip and rust spot has been replicated. One of only two such models and was built by John Shinton - metallic blue with deep cream side panels, wire wheels and finished in a weathered used condition with minor simulated dents to the rear boot area. The registration number was NOJ393 - a Near Mint to Mint replica, 18"/46cm long and comes in a professionally made clear perspex display case with black plinth and comes in a large cardboard carton with inner packaging.

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