Vintage diecast london bus collection – dinky toys, matchbox, lesney
$ 35.00
A nostalgic collection of classic red London double-decker buses, each an
original diecast model from iconic makers like Dinky Toys, Matchbox Superfast, and Lesney Products. These timeless replicas capture the charm of mid-century London Transport and are perfect for collectors, display shelves, or vintage décor. Each bus has authentic details, decals, and route numbers — from “King’s Cross” to “Hackney 30.” The collection spans from the 1950s through the early 1980s, showing the evolution of diecast craftsmanship over three decades. Details by Model: 1. Dinky Toys “Routemaster Bus” No. 289 – Esso Safety Grip Tyres (Made in England by Meccano Ltd) --Circa late 1950s–early 1960s --Marked: “DINKY TOYS / MECCANO LTD / MADE IN ENGLAND / 289” --Features Esso advertising, route 221 King’s Cross --Paint wear and decal aging consistent with vintage use; replacement rubber wheels in good condition 2. Matchbox Superfast No. 17 “The Londoner” (1972 Lesney Products & Co. Ltd, Made in England) --Route: 30 Hackney --Ad: “Enter a Different World – Harrods” --Bright paint, minor edge scuffs, wheels roll smoothly --Early Superfast series collectible 3. Matchbox Superkings “The Londoner K-15” (1972 Lesney Products, Made in England) --Large-scale version of The Londoner --“Enter a Different World – Harrods” ad --Slight surface wear, intact decals and windows 4. Matchbox Lesney “London-Wide Tour Bus” (1981, Made in China) --Marked “Leyland Titan” base --Decal: “London-Wide Tour Bus” with skyline silhouette --Light cosmetic wear, clean interior seating 5. Unbranded/Matchbox-Era “Round London Sightseeing Tour” Bus – Route 15 Marble Arch --Late 1970s–early 1980s example --Decal: “Round London Sightseeing Tour – Start from Piccadilly Circus, Victoria or Marble Arch” --Some decal cracks and fading, overall solid structure Condition Overview: All buses show light to moderate play wear consistent with age. Decals vary in clarity, but colors remain vibrant. No major breaks or missing parts. These are authentic vintage examples — not reproductions. Dimensions (each): --Approx. 3 to 4.5 inches long --Material: Diecast metal with plastic interior and wheels --Made in England and China (per model markings) Pricing: --Individual buses priced as noted in menu --Buy the full lot of 5 buses for $95 (bundle discount)
original diecast model from iconic makers like Dinky Toys, Matchbox Superfast, and Lesney Products. These timeless replicas capture the charm of mid-century London Transport and are perfect for collectors, display shelves, or vintage décor. Each bus has authentic details, decals, and route numbers — from “King’s Cross” to “Hackney 30.” The collection spans from the 1950s through the early 1980s, showing the evolution of diecast craftsmanship over three decades. Details by Model: 1. Dinky Toys “Routemaster Bus” No. 289 – Esso Safety Grip Tyres (Made in England by Meccano Ltd) --Circa late 1950s–early 1960s --Marked: “DINKY TOYS / MECCANO LTD / MADE IN ENGLAND / 289” --Features Esso advertising, route 221 King’s Cross --Paint wear and decal aging consistent with vintage use; replacement rubber wheels in good condition 2. Matchbox Superfast No. 17 “The Londoner” (1972 Lesney Products & Co. Ltd, Made in England) --Route: 30 Hackney --Ad: “Enter a Different World – Harrods” --Bright paint, minor edge scuffs, wheels roll smoothly --Early Superfast series collectible 3. Matchbox Superkings “The Londoner K-15” (1972 Lesney Products, Made in England) --Large-scale version of The Londoner --“Enter a Different World – Harrods” ad --Slight surface wear, intact decals and windows 4. Matchbox Lesney “London-Wide Tour Bus” (1981, Made in China) --Marked “Leyland Titan” base --Decal: “London-Wide Tour Bus” with skyline silhouette --Light cosmetic wear, clean interior seating 5. Unbranded/Matchbox-Era “Round London Sightseeing Tour” Bus – Route 15 Marble Arch --Late 1970s–early 1980s example --Decal: “Round London Sightseeing Tour – Start from Piccadilly Circus, Victoria or Marble Arch” --Some decal cracks and fading, overall solid structure Condition Overview: All buses show light to moderate play wear consistent with age. Decals vary in clarity, but colors remain vibrant. No major breaks or missing parts. These are authentic vintage examples — not reproductions. Dimensions (each): --Approx. 3 to 4.5 inches long --Material: Diecast metal with plastic interior and wheels --Made in England and China (per model markings) Pricing: --Individual buses priced as noted in menu --Buy the full lot of 5 buses for $95 (bundle discount)
