Details of Dinky 290 Double Deck Bus
The Dinky Double Deck Bus. Renumbered from No29c. Also with Dunlop markings in yellow and red. Advertised in the November 1955 Meccano Magazine. Advertised in the July 1958 Meccano Magazine for 4/3. In the June 1959 issue of Meccano Magazine it was advertised for 4/2. Shown at 4/3 on the February 1961 Dinky UK price list. The original price was 4/- . It was available in red or yellow?red finish. Released as Dinky 290 in 1959 withdrawn as Dinky 290 in 1963.
Base:
cast baseMarkings:
DunlopModel features:
2 tone paintOrigin:
Made in EnglandPackaging:
cardboard boxVehicle make:
LeylandVehicle type:
bus, double deckerVersion:
Swiss editionWheels:
cast ridged hubs, plain rubber tyresWindows:
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