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Lot 466

Matchbox Superfast 69b Turbo Fury - metallic red body with RARE RACING NUMBER 86 LABEL (from 61a Blue Shark), clear windscreen, gloss black base with rear Patent Number - Mint in generally Good scuffed around the edges Type J Box without New.

Lot 209

Matchbox Superfast 27a Mercedes 230SL MADE IN HUNGARY ISSUE - gloss black body, clear windscreen, black interior, matt black Matchbox International Hungary base, dot-dash wheels - Near Mint with minor factory assembly paint chip to leading edge of left hand front wing, in Excellent "New" Type G Box. RARE TRIPLE BLACK MODEL.

Lot 384

Matchbox Superfast 53d Ford Custom F150 Flareside Pick-up Truck FACTORY PRE-PRODUCTION COLOUR TRIAL - white body, clear windows, ivory interior, black plastic base without copyright date, black 8-spoke wheels - Excellent Plus (factory casting flaw to roof leaving a small hole behind the sunroof, further factory casting flaw to scuttle below windscreen & thin factory paint finish to loadbed), in Excellent to Excellent Plus very clean but just a little creased Type L box with 2-line English/French to rectangular panel on striker side.

Lot 251

Matchbox Superfast 34a Formula 1 Racing Car "Wynns" PROMOTIONAL ISSUE  - metallic candy pink body with yellow stripe racing number 16 nose label, clear windscreen, bare metal base, 4-spoke wheels - Excellent Plus with glue starting to show through labels & chip to left hand suspension fairing, in generally Excellent but a little stained "New" Type G Box.

Lot 472

Matchbox Superfast 70d Ferrari 308 GTB - burnt orange body & base, RARE TURQUOISE GREEN WINDOWS, black interior, un-punched/un-spun base rivets, 5-arch wheels - Excellent unboxed with crack to windscreen.

Lot 412

Matchbox Superfast 61a Blue Shark - metallic dark blue body with RARE SCORPION NOSE LABEL, clear windscreen, bare metal base - Excellent Plus with some factory paint/casting flaws to left hand front wing, in Excellent Plus Type I Box without "New"

Lot 576

Matchbox Models Of Yesteryear Y19 1935 Auburn Speedster CODE 3 ISSUE - model has been very neatly paint superdetailed, to include a fully detailed cockpit along with a scratch built metal exhaust added to the chassis - Excellent unboxed (missing drivers side windscreen glazing)

Lot 253

Matchbox Superfast 34a Formula 1 Racing Car - lemon yellow body with yellow arrow racing number 15 nose label, windscreen has pale yellow tint, bare metal base - Excellent with a few tiny chips to rear wing, in Excellent Plus Type G Box without New. 

Lot 533

Matchbox Superfast 57d Ford 4 x 4 Mini Pick-up Truck FACTORY PRE-PRODUCTION COLOUR TRIAL - red body with "Wagon Wheels" Tampo Print, dark smoke grey windows, gloss black Macau base with hand punched front base rivet (model does not have a rear rivet), Maltese Cross wheels - Excellent unboxed with a couple of chips to grille & faint scratch to windscreen. Interesting trial model which is a combination of the Monster Trucks series body paired with a Mountain Man base.

Lot 351

Matchbox Superfast 48d Red Rider Dragster - Red body with white flame tampo print, red windows, matt black Lesney Products PLC England base, 5-crown rear wheels - Excellent Plus with large chip to lower edge of windscreen & tiny pin size chip to rear spoiler, in Excellent "New" Type I Box for Pi-Eyed Piper Dragster.

Lot 543

Matchbox Superfast MB-17 Ford Escort XR3i Cabriolet CHINESE INTERNAL MARKET ISSUE - blue body with white stripe "XR3i" Tampo Print, clear windscreen, pale grey interior with black rool bar & folded hood, blue China base - Good to Good Plus with some play wear & paint chips, in Near Mint 1983 Copyright US Issue Yellow Graph Paper Box.

Lot 335

Matchbox Superfast 46b Stretcha Fetcha Ambulance - large red cross Ambulance labels, blue windows, pale yellow inerior, brick red base, RARE 5-SPOKE WIDE WHEELS - Excellent (2 cracks to top of windscreen & couple of tiny chips to wheel arches), in Near Mint "New" Type I Box.

Lot 302

Matchbox Superfast 40b Bedford Horsebox - light orange cab, dark chocolate brown rear body with lighter brown ramp, dark green windows, gloss black base, complete with horses attached to sprue - Near Mint with minor mark to windscreen, in Mint "New" Type K Box with 4-line English/French Text to striker side panel.

Lot 557

Matchbox Superfast Group of 1980's to Recent Issue Models - Including 6 x Various 2022 Issue Japan Series Models - all Mint in Near Mint to Mint Boxes; 2007 Ford Transit Van "Dunton Engineering 40 Years Anniversary" - Mint in Good Plus Factory Sealed Blister Pack. Along with Matchbox USA 1992 Convention & Toy Show Souber Racing Car; Japan Series MB36 Honda CB750 Motorcycle; MB-30 Peterbilt Quarry Truck with Lesney England Base; 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Convertible "2006 West East Collector Shows - Near Mint to Mint in Fair to Excellent Boxes and 72d Dodge Commando Delivery Truck "Pepsi" wirh RARE gold wide 5-arch wheels - Excellent Plus unboxed with area of corrosion  to windscreen pillar. (12) 

Lot 100

Matchbox Superfast 6c Mercedes 350SL Convertible - MADE IN CHINA ISSUE - white body, clear windscreen, red interior, silver painted China base, narrow profile 5-arch wheels - Excellent (some chrome loss to wheels), in Good "New" Type L Box for 6b Mercedes 350 SL.

Lot 129

Matchbox Superfast 12b Setra Coach MADE IN BRAZIL ISSUE - lime green body with thin rear bumper casting, white plastic roof, turquoise green windows, pale yellow interior, hollow 5-spoke narrow wheels - Good with some play wear which includes 2 cracks with glue associated repairs below windscreen, in Excellent Plus to Near Mint "New" Type G Box.

Lot 252

Matchbox Superfast 34a Formula 1 Racing Car - lemon yellow body with yellow stripe racing number 16 nose label, clear windscreen, bare metal base - Excellent Plus with some chrome loss o engine, in Near Mint Type G Box without New (original purchase date of: 28/07/73 added in pencil to 1 picture face).

Lot 99

Matchbox Superfast 6b Mercedes 350SL - metallic red body with white plastic roof. clear windscreen, pale yellow interior, bare metal base, 5-arch wheels - Excellent Plus, with a couple of tiny chips to hood & mark to roof, in Near Mint 1978 Copyright Type I Box without New but with English/French text to striker side panel.

Lot 428

Matchbox Superfast 62d Chevrolet Corvette - black body with darker lemon yellow & burnt orange hood and roof tampo print, clear windows, pale grey interior, bare metal base, 5-ARCH FRONT & REAR WHEELS - Good to Good Plus with some light playwear & damage to windscreen, in Good clean but creased "New" Type K box with 2-line English/French Text to striker side. RARE FACTORY WHEEL ERROR.

Lot 451

Matchbox Superfast 5 x unboxed 67c Datsun 260Z - all are clear windows unless otherwise stated - (1) metallic blue body, pale yellow interior, matt black base (factory assembly error to glazing unit which has resulted in a small crack to the windscreen); (2) metallic silver bodywith burnt orange & black tampo print, white interior, matt black base; (3) as (2) but red & black tampo print, windows have pale smoke grey tint; (4) twin pack issue metallic silver body with cast shut doors & two-tone blue tampo print, black interior, gloss black Matchbox International England base - Good Plus to Excellent Plus; (5) as (4) but without tampo print, silver painted Matchbox International England Base - Good (front axle bent out of shape & glazing unit assembled incorrectly by the factory) (5)

Lot 358

Matchbox Superfast 49c Crane Truck - yellow cab & chassis, black plastic jib, RARE PURPLE WINDOWS, black plastic base - Good Plus to Excellent with some scratched to windscreen & chips to crane cab, Good 1978 Copyright Type K Box without New but with English/French/Italian Text to striker side panel (glue repair to 1 striker side).

Lot 97

Matchbox Superfast 5d Golden Eagle 4x4 Jeep Off Road Factory Pre-Production Colour Trial - military green body, black interior, matt black Lesney England base, Maltese Cross wheels - Excellent Plus unboxed (paint loss to left hand upper edge of windscreen).

Lot 413

Matchbox Superfast 61a Blue Shark - metallic dark blue body with racing number 86 nose lablel, clear windscreen, RARE SILVER PAINTED BASE - Excellent (glue showing through label which is discoloured & chrome loss to engine air intake), in Excellent Plus Type I Box without "New"

Lot 560

Matchbox Speed Kings K-51 Barracuda MADE IN BRAZIL ISSUE - lime green body with racing number 5 labels, lemon yellow rear wing & interior, clear windscreen, white plastic driver, gloss black base with black paper "Inbrima" label - Fair playworn condition but complete.

Lot 85

Matchbox Superfast 4b Gruesome Twosome - purple windows, ivory interior, RARE SILVER PAINTED BASE - Excellent (model not played with, but unfortunately has factory casting flaw to left hand corner of windscreen), in Excellent "New" Type I Box.

Lot 279

Matchbox Superfast 37b Soopa Coopa - metallic candy pink body with flower rood label (from 13b Baja Buggy), dark amber windscreen, lemon yellow interior, base metal base - Near mint in Near mint "New" Type I Box.

Lot 495

Matchbox Superfast Japan Series No.2 Mazda Savanna RX-7 - yellow body with black side stripes, clear windows, ivory interior, matt black Japan base, small diameter 5-spoke wheels - Excellent Plus with a couple of chips to drivers side windscreen pillar, in Near Mint to Mint Type L Box.

Lot 267

Matchbox Superfast 35c Volvo Zoo Truck FACTORY PRE-PRODUCTION TRIAL MODEL - red body WITH MODEL NUMBER "MB15-35" CAST BELOW REAR PLATFORM, light blue plastic cage with dark yellow lions, black plastic grille & base, 5-arch wheels - Near Mint with minor factory assembly mark to windscreen, complete with Good plain white transit box.

Lot 188

Matchbox Superfast 22d Jaguar XK120 FACTORY PRE-PRODUCTION COLOUR TRIAL - red body, bright red interior, clear windscreen, bare metal MATCHBOX INTERNATIONAL ENGLAND base which has not been zinc pated, 5-crown wheels - Near Mint to Mint unboxed.

Lot 598

Matchbox Regular Wheels 62c Mercury Cougar - RARE STANNARD CODE 1 - pale yellow body (commonly referred to as cream), clear windows without windscreen wipers & without rear view mirror cast, ivory interior, bare metal base, chrome hubs with black plastic tyres - Excellent to Excellent Plus with just a few tiny chips, in generally Excellent very clean but creased at 1 end "New Model" Type E4® Box. This is a great example and 100% original, which displays very well indeed. 

Lot 136

A SMALL QUANTITY OF UNBOXED AND ASSORTED PLAYWORN DIECAST VEHICLES, to include Corgi Toys Simca 1000 Sports, No.315, plated silver with red interior RN8, Bedford CA Van 'A.A.', No.408, later version with one piece windscreen and ridged roof, Dinky Toys Austin A30, No.160, turquoise body, Matchbox Volkswagen 1200 Beetle, No.25, silver blue, green tinted windows, grey plastic wheels, Aston Martin DB2-4, No.53, green body, grey plastic wheels, majority in fairly good condition but have some paint loss and wear, one repainted model (12)

Lot 104

Corgi Ford Consul green with flat spun hubs No. 200M, generally good plus (some scratches to roof & windscreen) in good plus box (some creasing, edge & corner wear, faint pencil marking 4/- to one end), with colour leaflet. Contents unchecked for completeness or correctness and viewing recommended.

Lot 121

Corgi Chevrolet Impala pink No. 220, generally excellent to good plus (accessory decal to windscreen & JKG in silver to base) in good plus box (pencil marking 4/- to both ends) with folded leaflet. Contents unchecked for completeness or correctness and viewing recommended.

Lot 112

Corgi Citroen D.S. 19 primrose yellow with red roof No. 210, generally excellent to good plus (decal added to windscreen) in excellent box (pencil marking 3/6 to one end, edge & corner wear). Contents unchecked for completeness or correctness and viewing recommended.

Lot 260

The Avengers gift set No. GS40, with excellent Steed's Bentley including Steed figure, good fair Lotus Elan (windscreen & window damage) including Emma Peel figure, part-broken Umbrella (2x missing), in good box with good plus inner plinth. Contents unchecked for completeness or correctness and viewing recommended.

Lot 38

Registration - UTU 568V Chassis No. - GAN6-222182G M.O.T. - Exempt Odometer - 83,525 A wonderful example of a classic British roadster, this example of the MG Midget 1500 has had extensive work carried out, including a new engine, and bumper conversion. Presented in bright read bodywork – with deeper red swathe and MG logo down each flank – ‘WGA 546V’ has a 1.5-litre four-cylinder engine that has only covered 5,000 miles since being installed. It’s hooked up to the standard four-speed gearbox, creating an original driving experience for this classic MG. That new engine has been converted to running on unleaded, plus work has been done on the dampers, with new interior and roof fitted, alongside a set of new tyres. The chrome bumpers bring back a more retro look to the design as part of a complete body rebuilt between 2009 and 2012 – including new doors, bonnet, and boot lid – and photos for all work carried out by the vendor over the past eleven years are offered. The rest of the car – other than the engine’s 5,000 miles – has covered 83,525 miles according to the odometer, and the original engine is available for collection at the buyers expense should it be wanted. MG’s Midget was produced between 1961 and 1979 over four different generations – Marks I, II, and III, as well as the Midget 1500. Initially based on the Austin-Healey Sprite, the Midget came with a 948cc A-Series engine, before being increased in capacity to 1098cc in late 1962. The Mk II arrived in 1964, lasting until 1966, with wind-up windows add, external handles, and separate locks in the doors. The windscreen was slightly more curved, and power was increased a little. The third-generation lasted from 1966 until 1974, using the 1275cc engine from the Mini Cooper, though detuned a little so as not to make the Midget faster than the MGB. The Midget 1500 lasted until 1980, with the most significant changed being the rubber bumpers and raised ride-height to allow for sales in the US. The last Midget ran out in December 1979, after almost 74,000 were produced. In summary: · Vibrantly presented example of MG’s classic compact 1960s roadster. · This MG Midget 1500 comes with a new engine with only 5,000 miles · Overhauled body and interior help account for a car in immaculate condition

Lot 98

Registration - WHA 655H Chassis No. - 3102212925 M.O.T. - Exempt Odometer - 25,892 Resplendent in red-over-cream two-tone bodywork, this of Volkswagen’s 1600 Fastback is an eye-catching example of an already unusual car. A genuine right-hand drive model, rather than the more commonly found imported versions, ‘WHA 655H’ is a cherished example of the sleekly-styled Volkswagen Type 3 Fastback. This version has a manual four-speed gearbox, and uses the company’s air-cooled 1.6-litre engine, mounted – as all its other vehicles were at the time (the Beetle, Karmann Ghia, and Samba Bus) – in the rear. Fitted with period features such as the windscreen visor and roof-rack, as well as period-complementing items including the Firestone Car Cooler and upholstered speakers, extensive care and attention has been paid to ‘WHA 655H’. The interior matches the exterior colour scheme, with red leather and quilted white panelled upholstery, a fully carpeted interior, the addition of an audio system – with the control unit hidden inside the glovebox – and white rear window blind. Offered with incredibly low mileage for a family car that’s more than half a century old, this example has 25,892 miles on the clock, and is described as in good or excellent condition across the board. The Volkswagen Type 3 was a larger family-focused model aimed at expanding the German manufacturer’s range, following on from the Type 1 (Beetle), Type 2 (Bus) and Type 14 (Karmann Ghia coupe) – all featuring an air-cooled rear-engine, rear-wheel drive lay-out. Launched in 1961 as the Type 3 1500, Volkswagen initially offered customers a two-door Notchback saloon and two-door Variant estate. In 1965, a two-door Fastback version arrived, at the same time as the ‘1600’ 1.6-litre boxer engine. In the UK, the Fastback replaced the Notchback, as it was intended to elsewhere, but buyers on the continent maintained the Notchback’s popularity, so all three body shapes were offered elsewhere, until the Type 3 ceased production in 1973 when it was replaced by the first-generation Passat. · Beautifully cared for and maintained example of Volkswagen’s Type 3 1600 Fastback. · Low mileage model, with an indicated 25,892 miles. · Period colour scheme inside and out, with many supporting accessories.

Lot 39

Registration – WGA 546V Chassis No. – GAN6-220407G M.O.T. – Exempt Odometer – 8,900 This striking example of MG’s Midget is presented in stunning vermillion red with black leather interior, in keeping with the vehicle’s time period. This compact convertible is fitted with MG’s 1.5-litre straight-four engine and four-speed manual gearbox; helping create a classic British roadster – in this case, a late example of the Midget. Described by the vendor as ‘excellent’ throughout, covering the powertrain, electrics, bodywork, and two-seat interior. Offered with a very creditable 8,900 miles on the odometer, ‘WGA 546V’ offers a chance to own a classic sportscar with no need for work. MG’s Midget was produced between 1961 and 1979 over four different generations – Marks I, II, and III, as well as the Midget 1500. Initially based on the Austin-Healey Sprite, the Midget came with a 948cc A-Series engine, before being increased in capacity to 1098cc in late 1962. The Mk II arrived in 1964, lasting until 1966, with wind-up windows add, external handles, and separate locks in the doors. The windscreen was slightly more curved, and power was increased a little. The third-generation lasted from 1966 until 1974, using the 1275cc engine from the Mini Cooper, though detuned a little so as not to make the Midget faster than the MGB. The Midget 1500 lasted until 1980, with the most significant changed being the rubber bumpers and raised ride-height to allow for sales in the US. The last Midget ran out in December 1979, after almost 74,000 were produced. In summary: · Stunning example of a classic British roadster. · This MG Midget 1500 comes with just 8,900 miles on the clock · Striking colour scheme and immaculate interior

Lot 279

A 1960s Marx Toys battery operated 'Whistling Locomotive' together with a 1950s tinplate Buick 'Fire Chief' patrol car, motorised with working windscreen wipers and rotating siren, length 41cm. (2)

Lot 337

MGB Roadster hardtop, pair of doors, windscreen and surround, etc.

Lot 392

Unconfirmed maker, (possibly CH Clim Hermanos). vintage 1957 Isetta friction powered plastic car. Condition generally appears to be Good (small crack in front windscreen). See photos.

Lot 510

Lansdowne Models, a boxed 1:43 scale LDM.63a 1938 AC 16/80 Sports Roadster "Top Down". Condition appears to be Good (some small detailing parts unattached but present. Windscreen is MISSING), in Excellent box. 

Lot 787

Double barrel foot pump. trailer light set, various windscreen wipers, 2x flex funnels and a Halford socket set

Lot 8119

A Triang Spot-On 104 diecast model MGA in pacific green / teal with cream interior, in original blue card box (missing windscreen)

Lot 8096

A Triang Spot-On 109/2P diecast model ERF 68G with Flat Float and Wooden Plank Load, turquoise cab with black roof and cream interior, turquoise back with wooden plank load, clear plastic windscreen loose in cab, in associated 109/3 box

Lot 8246

A Nomura TN (Japan) battery operated tinplate Police Jeep, the white Jeep with folding windscreen, plastic lights, two litho printed policemen, bonnet opening to reveal plastic engine, 34.5cm long, with remains of original card box

Lot 108

A rare 1930's No.2 Meccano Constructor Car. An example in black with red mudguards/running boards, red seats, black wheels with white Dunlop tyres. Complete with windscreen, driver, spare wheel to side, side lights, head lights, bumper to front, handbrake to drivers side, number plate to rear, example with no spare wheel to rear. Fitted with clockwork motor, in working order. GC some age wear/patina overall. £300-500

Lot 110

A rare 1930's No.2 Meccano Constructor Car. A boat tail example in blue with cream mudguards/running boards, red seats, blue wheels with white Dunlop tyres, (worn/damaged). Complete with windscreen, driver, spare wheel to rear, side lights, head lights, (no glazing), bumper to front, handbrake to drivers side and number plate to rear. Fitted with clockwork motor, in working order. GC some age wear/patina overall. £300-500

Lot 104

A scarce 1930's No.1 Meccano Constructor Car. An example in black with red mudguards, red seats, black wheels with white Meccano tyres. Complete with windscreen, headlights, bumper to front, Fitted with clockwork motor, in working order. GC some age wear/patina overall. One wheel loose/missing locating nut. £100-150

Lot 201

A scarce Arnold made in Germany model of a Willys jeep. Military police issue, body work finished in Khaki green, with rubber tyres, Jerry can and spare wheel attached to the rear, bonnet has the large white star within a circle, and USA 002500. Contains only 2 composition figures, original plastic windscreen still present. Some surface rust in places. Clockwork motor untested. GC. £100 -150

Lot 106

A scarce 1930's No.1 Meccano Constructor Car. An example in blue with cream mudguards, red seats, blue wheels with white Meccano tyres. Complete with windscreen, headlights, (no glazing), bumper to front, Fitted with clockwork motor, in working order. GC some age wear/patina overall. £100-150

Lot 155

A scarce early 1960's SFTF tinplate 1:24 scale friction powered model of a Citroen ID19 DS 4-door Convertible. In green with driver and litho detailed tinplate interior, complete with windscreen, black crackle effect to base, with plated hub caps with black rubber tyres. VGC, action in working order. Boxed, some creasing to lid. A nice period piece. £80-120

Lot 178

A scarce JNF Joseph Neuhierl tin friction Mercedes Benz W196 silver arrow with racing No. 6 transfer applied to bonnet. Made in Western Germany, dates from the 1950s. Body finished in silver with rubber tyres, gear mechanism in side operates the motor. Battery box is very clean, model is untested. Missing the windscreen. wear to paint and chrome parts. GC £100-150

Lot 107

A scarce 1930's Meccano two seater sports car. An non constructor example in blue with cream mudguards/running boards, red seats, blue wheels with white Meccano tyres. Complete with windscreen, headlights, bumper to front, exhaust pipe/brake to rear. Fitted with clockwork motor, in working order. QGC some age wear/chipping/patina overall. In an aged replica box. £80-120

Lot 109

A rare 1930's No.2 Meccano Constructor Car. A boat tail example in cream with red mudguards/running boards, red seats, cream wheels with white Dunlop tyres. Complete with windscreen, driver, spare wheel to side, side lights, head lights, bumper to front, handbrake to drivers side, number plate to rear, example with no spare wheel to rear. Fitted with clockwork motor, in working order. GC some age wear/patina overall. £300-500

Lot 105

A scarce 1930's No.1 Meccano Constructor Car. An example in cream with red mudguards, red seats, cream wheels with white Meccano tyres. Complete with windscreen, headlights, bumper to front, Fitted with clockwork motor, in working order. GC-VGC some age wear/patina overall. One wheel loose/missing locating nut. £120-160

Lot 74

Bill Reid VC WW2 signed RAF Lancaster in flight 12 x 8 inch colour photo print. Stunning image flying low over treeline, inscribed 61 and 617 Squadrons. Reid was a 21-year-old acting flight lieutenant, serving in 61 Squadron when he took part in the raid on Düsseldorf, Germany, for which he was awarded his Victoria Cross. On the night of 3 November 1943, while still underway to the target area in Düsseldorf, the windscreen of Reid's Lancaster (serial LM360) was shattered by rounds from an attacking Messerschmitt Bf 110 night fighter, badly damaging the cockpit and rear gun turret. In spite of multiple injuries Reid continued on his mission, though was again attacked shortly afterwards by a Focke-Wulf Fw 190, killing his navigator and fatally wounding the wireless operator. Reid himself was further wounded, as was the flight engineer. A section of the Lancaster's starboard tailplane had also been shot away. Reid again decided to carry on, saying later in an interview that his main reason for pressing on was that turning back would have involved flying through or across the following bomber stream, with the danger of mid-air collision. Reaching the target, Reid released his bomb load and set course for home. Plotting a course back to Syerston, without a navigator, Reid gratefully noticed the searchlights of RAF Shipdham, a USAAF-operated base in Norfolk. Despite his wounds and loss of blood, Reid successfully landed his plane, though its damaged undercarriage collapsed and the aircraft slid along the runway. The wireless operator died in Shipdham's medical centre but five of the crew survived. Good condition. All autographs come with a Certificate of Authenticity. We combine postage on multiple winning lots and can ship worldwide. UK postage from £5.99, EU from £7.99, Rest of World from £9.99

Lot 120

WW2 Victora Cross winner William Bill Reid VC signed 1968 Gen Anniversaries FDC plus portrait photo in RAF Uniform. Reid was a 21-year-old acting flight lieutenant, serving in 61 Squadron when he took part in the raid on Düsseldorf, Germany, for which he was awarded his Victoria Cross. On the night of 3 November 1943, while still underway to the target area in Düsseldorf, the windscreen of Reid's Lancaster (serial LM360) was shattered by rounds from an attacking Messerschmitt Bf 110 night fighter, badly damaging the cockpit and rear gun turret. In spite of multiple injuries Reid continued on his mission, though was again attacked shortly afterwards by a Focke-Wulf Fw 190, killing his navigator and fatally wounding the wireless operator. Reid himself was further wounded, as was the flight engineer. A section of the Lancaster's starboard tailplane had also been shot away. Reid again decided to carry on, saying later in an interview that his main reason for pressing on was that turning back would have involved flying through or across the following bomber stream, with the danger of mid-air collision. Reaching the target, Reid released his bomb load and set course for home. Plotting a course back to Syerston, without a navigator, Reid gratefully noticed the searchlights of RAF Shipdham, a USAAF-operated base in Norfolk. Despite his wounds and loss of blood, Reid successfully landed his plane, though its damaged undercarriage collapsed and the aircraft slid along the runway. The wireless operator died in Shipdham's medical centre but five of the crew survived. Good condition. All autographs come with a Certificate of Authenticity. We combine postage on multiple winning lots and can ship worldwide. UK postage from £5.99, EU from £7.99, Rest of World from £9.99

Lot 344

Four boxed Dinky vehicles, 274 AA Mini van, good to fair condition, few chips, roof sign detached, some rubbing to transfers, box good, 136 Vauxhall Viva metallic blue, good condition, box good to fair, 181 VW RAF blue spun hubs, fair few chips, box fair lacks one inner flap and one end flap detached, 240 Cooper racing car, fair, lacks windscreen, box poor, unboxed 234 Ferrari racing car, fair, (5 items).

Lot 106

A boxed Kellner for Tri-ang clockwork No.4 Super Speed boat, circa 1935, stained mahogany hull and decks with red and green lining, brass vents and c/w key cover, large cockpit and detachable windscreen, prop driven by a strong clockwork motor, 73.5cm (29”) long, very good working original condition, cardboard box good some wear.

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