Basil Brush's Car

 

Basil Brush's Car, Corgi No. 808, was made in England by Mettoy Playcraft in the year 1971. It measures 9.5 cm long. 

The die-cast car, featured in the children's TV show Basil Brush, is red with yellow metal mudguards. It showcases a fox sitting on the car. This particular model is a 1910 Renault diecast car, numbered 9031, with a clear windshield and gold lamp. The bottom of the car is made of yellow metal. This die-cast model car is produced under license by television creators Ivan Owen and Peter Fermin.

Basil Brush aired on the BBC from 1963 to 2007 and remains one of the most popular children's series. It is also one of the longest-running programs on the BBC.

The Corgi Basil Brush diecast car had an impressive sales record, with up to 187,000 units sold during its short two-year production run. However, production of Basil Brush's Car was discontinued in 1973, in contrast to the TV show that has been on the air for over 40 years.See more

 

Matchbox Model of Yesteryear No.Y13C – 1918 Crossley (Coal & Coke)

 

Matchbox Model of Yesteryear No.Y13C – 1918 Crossley (Coal & Coke) die-cast car, produced by Matchbox International Ltd. in England, 1973, length 9.4 cm. (1:47)

The 20-25 hp 102x140 mm four cylinder engine Crossley was used thoughout the 1920’s by the Military services and civilian tradesmen alike, due to its ‘robust and versatile goods carrying capabilities.

To make it more versatile, in being able to go over very rough roads pneumatic tyres were fitted. See more

The Matchbox Superfast No. 36B – Hot Rod Draguar

 

 

 

The Matchbox Superfast No. 36B– Hot Rod Draguar diecast car was manufactured by Lesney in England in 1970.

This Hot Rod Draguar is presented in a metallic purple color, featuring a chrome engine, underbody, metal exhaust, clear glass, and light yellow interior. This steel car model was produced with a variety of colors, and a total of 14 different colors were available in the UK. Collector prices remain consistent across all 14 designs. See more