Diecast Gems

10/04/2026

🚗 Dinky Toys Packard (1939–1941) – SCARCE Pre-War Issue – £250

A wonderful early example supplied from my own collection, finished in deep green with gold lacquered base — a highly desirable pre-war piece.

Features:
• Deep green body
• Black smooth hubs
• Black smooth tyres
• Gold lacquered base plate
• Original highlighted silver door handles

✔ Light tested with UV lamp – guaranteed original paint

Model Condition: 4.5/5 – A superb early example in fine condition with only the most minor marks. Hubs, tyres and base all excellent with no faults to record.

Box Condition: None – Sold from a trade box of six when issued.

💷 Asking £250
📦 UK postage £12 – Royal Mail tracked & insured.
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05/04/2026

🚗 Spot-on Volkswagen Rally Car! (1963–1964) – £425

A very desirable and scarce Spot-on issue that still retains excellent display presence.

finished in beige with off-white interior, displaying excellent original detail and strong collector appeal. A beautifully proportioned model with desirable racing specification.

Features:
• Beige body finish
• Off-white interior
• Spare wheel mounted on roof
• Flag transfers to bonnet
• Racing number “15” decals to each door
• Driver figure with black three-pronged steering wheel
• No number plates present
• Firm working suspension

✔ Light tested with ultra violet lamp – guaranteed original paint finish

Model Condition: 4.5/5 – Overall paintwork is virtually flawless with a very clean and honest appearance. A small mark to the bonnet is present. The roof-mounted spot lamp is missing, and number plates are not fitted (may or may not have been originally supplied). Despite this, the model presents exceptionally well and displays close to mint from all angles.

💷 £425

📦 UK postage £12 – Royal Mail tracked & insured.
🌍 Overseas postage available – please enquire for rates.

Extensive range of original vintage diecast including Dinky–Corgi–French Dinky–Spot-On and other makes available to view at diecastgems.com

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04/04/2026

🚗 French Dinky Toys 24X Ford Vedette (1954–1956)

A superb example supplied from the fabulous ‘Welsh’ collection, finished in elegant midnight blue with matching convex hubs.

Features:
• Midnight blue factory finish
• Matching convex hubs
• Black 24X stamped baseplate
• Correct yellow picture box

✔ Light tested with ultra violet lamp – guaranteed original paint finish

Model Condition: 4.75/5 – A very fine original example in near mint condition. Beautiful glossy factory paint with excellent overall presentation. The model is exceptionally clean throughout. The two rear tyres have small flat spots; otherwise this would be a virtually mint example.

Box Condition: 4/5 – Near mint original yellow picture box with bright card and strong structure. Flaps are sound with only light age-related wear and slight compression.

💷 £180

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03/04/2026

🚛 Dinky Toys Foden Mobilgas Tanker – 2nd Issue (1954–1955) – £490.00

A highly displayable collector-grade piece from an iconic collection!

✔ Light tested with ultra violet lamp-totally original and untouched pant throughout.

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03/04/2026

🚛 Dinky Toys Foden Mobilgas Tanker – 2nd Issue (1954–1955) – £490.00

A highly displayable collector-grade piece from this iconic range!

Retaining all of its original character and finish. A truly stunning example with a beautiful factory finish. Paint remains vibrant and glossy with only the lightest of age-related staining visible within the transfers, consistent with careful handling and storage.

Features:�
• Gleaming original red paint finish�
• Matching red ST hubs�
• Black filler caps�
• Grey ST tyres in well-shaped condition�
• Complete and perfect full Mobilgas transfers�
• Correct black gloss ladder detail�• Rear tow hook present with no paint loss

✔ Light tested with ultra violet lamp – totally original and untouched paint throughout.

Model Condition 4.75

A superb original box in excellent condition. Correct 941 stripped box present, complete with a yellow ‘Hudson Dobson’ side transfer indicating export issue. Base remains clean with no scuffing or damage.

💷 £490.00
📦 UK postage £12 – Royal Mail tracked & insured�🌍 Overseas postage available – please enquire for rates

Extensive range of original vintage diecast including Dinky, Corgi, French Dinky, Spot-On and other makers available to view at diecastgems.com

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02/04/2026

🚗 Corgi 497 Man From UNCLE “Thrushbuster” – Rare Spun Hub Version!

Near Mint Boxed – £595

A superb and increasingly hard-to-find example of this iconic Corgi issue, presented here in the much rarer shaped spun hub variation—far less commonly seen than the standard cast hub version.
Finished in a rich purplish-blue with excellent original lustre, this is a genuine collector-grade piece.

Features:�
• Rare spun hub version�
• Original ‘Waverley’ ring + protection ring included�
• Clean and bright bonnet label�
• Chromed bonnet spot lamps (correct type)�
• All mechanisms working perfectly (roof button firing action)�
• Fully original example (UV tested)

Condition:�
• Model: 4.75 – near mint, only the slightest marks to boot and bumpers under close inspection�
• Box: 4.0 – complete and sturdy with light age wear only�• Inner stand: excellent condition

A very scarce variation, seldom seen on the market in this condition—particularly complete with both rings.

📦 UK postage £12 – Royal Mail tracked & insured.
🌍 Overseas postage available – please enquire for rates.

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01/04/2026

🚗 Dinky Toys HWM Racing Car (1954–1960) £225

A superb example purchased from the fabulous ‘Welsh’ collection, finished in classic Connaught green with excellent original detail throughout.

Features:
• Connaught green body
• Green hubs
• White cast driver figure
• Grey ST tyres (well shaped with light age toning/hardening)
• Yellow racing number ‘7’ to each side
• 235 cast mottled baseplate

✔ Light tested with ultra violet lamp – guaranteed original throughout

Model Condition: 5/5 – A very fine original example with a superb paint finish. Driver figure is excellent with no chipping, and the model presents beautifully overall. Racing numbers are complete and clear. A very clean example that would be hard to better.

Box Condition: 4/5 – Very nice original yellow 235 picture box retaining its shape well with no dings. Lightest age-related wear only.

💷 £225

📦 UK postage £12 – Royal Mail tracked & insured.
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31/03/2026

🚗 Dinky Toys Triumph Herald Promotional RARE (1963–1969)

One of the finest Triumph Herald promotional models I have owned, finished in the highly desirable Lichfield green & white factory scheme. A beautifully preserved piece with outstanding original presence and colour.

Issued: 1963–1969
Condition: 4.75 / 5

✨ Features:
• Factory Lichfield green & white finish
• Clear, unmarked glazing
• Bright spun hubs
• Well-shaped treaded tyres
• Firm working suspension
• Fresh baseplate
• Excellent silver trim detail
• Clean axles with no rust

✔ UV light tested – guaranteed original paint and fully authentic

A truly exceptional collector-grade example with a near mint appearance. Only the faintest mark to one side, otherwise superb throughout with excellent gloss and definition. A rare opportunity in this condition.

📦 Original picture box included (Condition 3.5/5)
Structurally excellent with good shape and no major wear. Light age-related marks only. Correct end flaps present with factory green end spot applied.

💷 £2,250

📦 UK tracked & insured postage £12
🌍 Worldwide shipping available – please enquire

Serious collectors only please. Happy to provide further photos or details on request.
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30/03/2026

🚐 Dinky Toys Mini Van (1964–1973) – £200

A delightful example supplied from the fabulous ‘Welsh’ collection, finished in bright yellow with contrasting deep blue interior.

Features:
• Yellow body
• Deep blue interior
• Silver shaped hubs
• Fresh well-shaped tyres
• Black base plate
• Roof sign intact
• Opening rear doors
• Working suspension

✔ Black light tested with ultra violet lamp – guaranteed original paint

Model Condition: 5/5 – A pristine example with no signs of wear. Beautiful first-day paint finish with complete transfers and labels.

Box Condition: 4/5 – Near mint box with all flaps intact. Light crease and minor age wear only.

💷 £200
📦 UK postage £12 – Royal Mail tracked & insured.
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19/03/2026

🚗 Corgi Toys Hillman Husky Mechanical (1956–1959) – SCARCE £225

Supplied from my own Corgi collection built up over the last 30 years.

Model Condition: 4.75/5 – A superb model in virtually mint condition. Tiniest marks only. Nice shaped tyres, shiny hubs and clean base.

Features:
• Dark blue body
• Silver flat hubs
• Fine treaded black tyres
• Black base
• Supplied in early all blue box

✔ Black light tested with ultra violet lamp – guaranteed original paint

Box Condition: 3/5 – Complete all blue box with all flaps secure and no repairs. General age wear but holding great shape with no damage.

💷 £225
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18/03/2026

🚗 Dinky Toys Salmson 2 Seater (1947–1950) – SCARCE

A scarce early example finished in red with black chassis — a very desirable colour shade.

Features:
• Red body
• Black chassis
• Ridged hubs
• Original black smooth tyres (well shaped)

✔ Black light tested with ultra violet lamp – guaranteed original paint

Model Condition: 4.5/5 – Near mint paint finish with minimal imperfections. Usual dulled radiator and front bumper. Windscreen dulled with rust colouring but smooth to the touch. A worthy example for any collection.

Box Condition: None.

💷£130
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Dinky Toys 036e Salmson 2 Seater Sports Car. in Very Nearly Mint condition, issued 1947-50.