Franklin Mint / 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air Sport Coupe / Gold 50 Millionth GM Ltd. Ed. 9,900 / FM Discontinued / 1:24th Scale
Gold w/ Wood Base
In November of 1954, when GM wanted to commemorate the 50 millionth car to come off their assembly line, they chose "The Hot One," a '55 Chevy Bel Air Sport Coupe. It was done in gold paint, with 716(!) pieces of gold-plated brightwork-bumpers and all. Today, according to a Special Interest Autos August 1991 article, the car surprisingly passed into private hands. The owner wished to remain anonymous until the car was fully restored. Ironically, the 25 millionth, 1940 Chevy resides in the GM Special Services warehouse. This precision Franklin Mint model features opening doors, hood, trunk with detailed engine compartment and interior.
from the "Peterson TLC" Franklin Mint Collection Condition 1 or -1
This storage find was purchased directly from Franklin Mint & all boxes were opened for inspection only, never removed from their styrofoam.
They were then stored in dry, climate controlled. Never displayed!
Original tissue & protective packing materials are intact.
All models I inspected are Tier 1 condition New in Box or Tier -1 Near Mint in Box
Since the models were properly stored the paint is glossy, dust free, no rash, like-new.
All models include collectors portfolio booklet or certificates of authenticity.
Older releases from the 1980s-1990s have fair boxes while newer releases have excellent condition original white boxes some with pencil writing on end flap
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Part #: YV01
Condition: #1 New in Box w/ papers
Price: 0.00
Status: No Stock