Antiques, Estate & Job Lot Auction – 9 July 2026

Antiques, Estate & Job Lot Auction – 9 July 2026

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Lot 13: Eight del Prado Fire Engines of the World die-cast model vehicles

This auction ended on July 9, 2026.

Start price: £10

Estimated price: £10 - £20

Buyer's Premium: 18%

Sold for: £5

A collection of eight die-cast model fire engines from the del Prado Fire Engines of the World series. The group features an assortment of international emergency vehicles from various eras, each mounted on a black textured plastic display plinth. The models are constructed from die-cast metal with plastic components for detailing such as ladders, sirens, and mirrors. Notable examples within the collection include a 1/50 scale 1950 PS Laffly BSS C3 and a 1/72 scale Italian Vigili del Fuoco vehicle. Other vehicles include a unit marked with the Sides brand and several modern ladder trucks. The models are finished in traditional red livery with silver-tone, white, and yellow accents. Marking on the underside of one base includes the incised text delPrado collection, 1/50 1950 PS Laffly BSS C3, and Made in China. One display base is specifically marked Scale 1:72.