Details of Dinky 164 Vauxhall Cresta Saloon
The Dinky Vauxhall Cresta Saloon. released in March 1957. Advertised in the may 1958 issue of Meccano Magazine price increased to 3/-. Deleted in 1960. Based on the 1956 E series car that had the larger rear window and a revised grille. The original price was 2/11 . It was available in red & cream, green & grey finish at 1:45 scale. Released as Dinky 164 in 1957 withdrawn as Dinky 164 in 1960.
Base:
tin plate baseModel features:
2 tone paintOrigin:
Made in EnglandPackaging:
cardboard boxVehicle make:
VauxhallVehicle model:
CrestaVehicle type:
saloon carWheels:
cast ridged hubs, plain rubber tyresWindows:
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