Curious Corsair (45b)

[Idris]

[quote="Idris""]

… Bob Brennen listed as a variation he had in his collection in his 1971 NAMC Guide… an odd Off White exterior paint model … with painted base.

Very interesting. I have both the first and second edition NAMC catalogues so, when I’m next home, I’ll see what the entry says about the silver trim on this variation.[/quote]

The NAMC’s “Catalog of all Series Matchbox Models” (first edition) lists the model as variation 45-2d: off-white, grey metal base, BPW, r/a.
The NAMC’s “Catalog of all Series Matchbox Models” (second edition) lists the model a 45-2D: off-white, painted grey metal base, BPW.

Given that both entries indicate BPW and do not state that the variation is without trim, it is quite possible that the entry simply relates to a very pale, early 45b rather than a cream example.

[Diecast]

I have shown this photo yet. You can see three colours or shades of the 45b Corsair.
Antonin

[Malibu]

Matched axle-ends are unusual on the Corsair (so many are opposed because of the period of the model's production) and if the wheels could be identified as to what shade of Grey they are (Dark, Medium or Light Grey), this could help with the model's period of production.

Ghosthunter.

Is it really that anusual?
I only own three Corsairs - one of them does have matched axle ends.
Or does it only count for models with GPW mine has BPW?
Stephan

Hi all,

I received today a fourth Corsair again with axle Ends on the same side. (Both are code 3 acc. to Nicks list)
Now it´s two to two.

(c) Malibu

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Stephan