Lledo Promotionals (Corgi) Diecast Model

Enfield Pageant of Motoring 2006

LP197-1005 Austin A35 Van

Jack Odell, one of the founders of the Matchbox diecast company, founded Lledo (Odell backwards) in 1982, and launched the "Days Gone" range of models in 1983, taking over a market previously popularised by the Matchbox "Models of Yesteryear" series. Models produced by the Enfield-based company became popular among collectors worldwide.

After Lledo went bankrupt in 1999, the naming rights and model range were acquired by rival diecast maker Corgi. The Days Gone range was re-launched, under the brand name of "Lledo Collectibles", with a fresh logo design and new packaging style, with the manufacture being outsourced to China.

For many years, Lledo had a strong bond with the Enfield Pageant of Motoring, and would produce a promotional model to help support fundraising for the annual event. Corgi continued with this relationship after it took over.

This model, produced for the 2007 event, depicts an Austin A35 Van, finished in Yellow and Green and publicising the Enfield and District Veteran Vehicle Trust, the organisation which first started the Pageant of Motoring in the 1970s.

Excellent used condition. In original box, which has minor wear and scuffs to some edges, but no serious rips or splits and no taped-up corners. Model itself is clean and appears to be in near-mint condition. See photos - all photos show actual item.