BMC Mini Countryman (485)This feature laden Mini Countryman model was an all new tooling despite its similarity with the earlier (448) Mini Police Van. A bold release from the Corgi team, the star feature was undoubtedly its roof mounted surf board, complete with a plastic surfer figure. Jewelled headlights and an aerial completed the look. It was introduced into the range in 1965 and stayed in production until 1969. Despite being manufactured for four years it was only ever

each figure captures the golden age of motorsport – a must-have for die-cast enthusiasts and collectors alike

The first issue of the model

We have however included a bulb with the model

Size: Length: 131mm Width: 54mm Height: 70mm

A small number didn’t have the roof-mounted sign whilst others included ‘Radio Rescue’ lettering on the ‘tilt’ alongside the RAC logo

This detailed set includes the iconic race marshals and officials

Corgi opted for a non-political ‘Vote for Corgi’ message on the sides

with a mid-brown interior and two police figures

flame graphics on the sides of the hull and a beacon cage between the Batman and Robin figures

Based on the flying car in the musical film of the same name

all four corner roof lights of this wonderful die-cast Cadillac Superior Ambulance model illuminate

Manufacture of the Ford Thames Airborne ended in 1966 after an impressive 900