Matchbox Model Auction - Thursday 21 March 2024 | 10:00
Matchbox Superfast 35a Merryweather Marquis Fire Engine FACTORY PRE-PRODUCTION COLOUR TRIAL -...
Matchbox Superfast 35a Merryweather Marquis Fire Engine FACTORY PRE-PRODUCTION COLOUR TRIAL -...
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Lot Size: Small
Brand: Matchbox
Item Category: Matchbox
Sub Category: Superfast
Lot 259
Full Lot Description
Matchbox Superfast 35a Merryweather Marquis Fire Engine FACTORY PRE-PRODUCTION COLOUR TRIAL - military green body, silver-grey grille & base without model number cast, 5-arch wheels with black twin-rivet axle clips - Mint in Excellent Plus Type I Box. Interesting Military Fire Engine Twin Pack proposal which did not go into production.
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