21 October 2011
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Corgi release gold-plated Austin Cooper to celebrate 50th anniversary
To celebrate the 50th anniversary of a British icon, Corgi has released a 1/36 scale 24ct gold-plated Austin Cooper (CC82290). The stunning diecast model features a special anniversary logo on the roof as well as bespoke packaging. ...
To celebrate the 50th anniversary of a British icon, Corgi has released a 1/36 scale 24ct gold-plated Austin Cooper (CC82290). The stunning diecast model features a special anniversary logo on the roof as well as bespoke packaging.
The Austin Cooper was the result of a collaboration between Alec Issigonis and John Cooper. When it made its debut in 1961, it was a nimble, economical and inexpensive car.
The Austin version officially became the Mini-Cooper in January 1962. Despite BMC’s worries that the Mini Cooper wouldn’t sell, the high profile motor sport success soon meant it became the classless car everyone wanted to own.
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Limited to just 2,000 pieces, it is available now, priced at £35.99.