Lot 239: Corgi Classics 1929 Thornycroft Van Heidelberger Drukautomaat Promotional Model 821/1

A Corgi Classics die-cast metal model depicting a 1929 Thornycroft Van in a specialised Dutch promotional livery. The vehicle is finished in a dark green body colour with a black chassis and wheels. The side panels feature detailed Dutch text including Heidelberger Drukautomaat (Heidelberg automatic printing press), Demonstratie-auto (demonstration vehicle), and N.V. Lettergieterij Amsterdam voorh. N. Tetterode (Type Foundry Amsterdam). The livery further includes a triangular corporate logo and the commemorative dates 1928-1988. This model, reference number 821/1, was produced circa 1988 to mark the 60th anniversary indicated on the vehicle sides. The item is presented in its original grey window display box with authentic period branding and barcode labelling. Length approximately 13cm.