Matchbox Models of Yesteryear Y-25 1910 Renault Type AG — Perrier Delivery Van, in Box

A vintage Matchbox Models of Yesteryear Y-25, the 1910 Renault Type AG delivery van in the iconic green Perrier livery — "MISE EN BOUTEILLE A LA SOURCE VERGEZE (GARD) FRANCE" on the side panels. This is the 1:38 scale diecast from Lesney's beloved Yesteryear series, still in its original window box with the gold Models of Yesteryear header card. The box text tells the story of the real van — the basis of the famous "Taxi de la Marne" that carried French troops in World War I — in English, French and German. A great piece for Matchbox collectors or anyone who loves vintage advertising vehicles.

Details

Brand/Maker: Matchbox (Lesney Products & Co. Ltd.), Models of Yesteryear
Model: Y-25, 1910 Renault Type AG, Perrier livery
Age/Era: 1978 (box marked © 1978 Lesney Products & Co. Ltd., made in England)
Scale: 1:38
Quantity: 1 diecast van in original box
Materials: Diecast metal with cardboard and plastic blister box
Colours: Green van with white roof and gold trim; cream and gold box
Design: Box-window packaging with trilingual history text on the back panel
Markings: Perrier branding on van sides and roof; "Y-25 1910 RENAULT TYPE AG" on box end; © 1978 Lesney Products & Co. Ltd. on box
Completeness: Van in its original box; no additional paperwork

Condition

From the photos, the van looks clean and bright inside the window, and the box is intact with light edge and corner wear typical of its age. The window plastic looks clear. Not removed from the box for this listing; exact dimensions were not provided.

Pickup and Shipping Information

Local Saskatoon pickup by arrangement — cash accepted. We ship anywhere in Canada and the US at the buyer's expense. A $1 shipping deposit is due at checkout and will be applied to your final shipping cost, which is calculated after your items are packed using a Canada Post quote. Payment for shipped orders is by Interac e-Transfer. US buyers are responsible for any duties, tariffs or taxes.

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