Unleash your inner child at the Lacy Scott & Knight Toys & Models auction
09 February 2022 Few people bidding at a toys and models sale will plan to use the lots as playthings.
This Sunstar 1/24th scale diecast model of The Silver Lady WLT 664 Routemaster Bus is offered in its original box as issued with wing mirrors and accessories. The unpainted bus was an experiment launched to see how it performed in terms of fuel consumption, wear, and public perception. This model is offered with an estimate of £100-150. View the catalogue entry here.
Toys and models, such as those going under the hammer at Lacy Scott & Knight in Suffolk on February 18 have a huge appeal for collector focusing on, for example diecast toys or model trains.
For others, these lots can offer some decorative appeal or bring a wave of nostalgia.
Here we pick out five great lots on offer at next week’s auction.
Wrenn Locomotive
Appealingly modern, this maroon train is a W2302 Wrenn Coronation class streamlined locomotive and tender, The Duchess of Rutland. It is offered with a dealer’s sticker and marked price with an estimate of £400-600. Only around 100 are thought to have been made between 1986-87. View the catalogue entry here.
The Silver Lady
This Sunstar 1/24th scale diecast model of The Silver Lady WLT 664 Routemaster Bus is offered in its original box as issued with wing mirrors and accessories. The unpainted bus was an experiment launched to see how it performed in terms of fuel consumption, wear, and public perception. This model is offered with an estimate of £100-150. View the catalogue entry here.
Pedal Car
Made and issued in 1968, this pedal car, PINES is by G Perego of Italy. Made after the 1963 Lotus 29 Indianapolis #6 in British Racing Green, the 46in vehicle makes a roaring engine sound (a new motor is included) and quick release knock-off wheels. It is catalogued as being near mint and is offered with an estimate of £800-1000. View the catalogue entry here.
Steam Train
Offered with a collection of paperwork relating to testing, certification, running history and purchase, this Peter Angus Locomotive and Mike Lax 32mm scale gas-powered radio-controlled model of a Darjeeling Sivok Works 0-4-0 locomotive has an estimate of £1500-2000. The lot includes a Chuffed 2 Bits Handset and a wooden carry case. View the catalogue entry here.
Marine Engine
Estimated at £250-300, this stationary marine engine consists of a twin-cylinder suspended on A-frames with slip eccentric and slide valves. It powers a 2-inch flywheel and is hand-painted in green, fitted with a lubricator and raised on a metal base plate. View the catalogue entry here.
