Description
Dinky Toys BentleyS2 #194 1950s – Missing driver, windscreen and steering wheel – Good for restoration
About the Model
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Model Name: Dinky Toys #194 Bentley S2 Coupe
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Manufacturer: Meccano Ltd (Dinky Toys), made in England.
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Era: Issued circa 1961–1967 — the numbering and catalog records show this model appearing in Dinky’s range in the early 1960s even though it’s often associated with late-1950s toy lines.
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Scale: Approximately 1:43, typical for British Dinky Toy cars of the period.
Description & Features
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Prototype Car: Based on the real Bentley S2 Coupe/Drop-head Coupé — an elegant British luxury car from Bentley’s lineup.
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Body & Finish: Often found in grey with maroon or red interior and tan hood; other rare colour variations like bronze or cream also exist among collectors.
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Details: Features include a detailed radiator grille, chrome bumpers, original driver figure, clear windscreen, and treaded tyres (depending on issue).
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Wheels & Base: Spinner or spun metal wheels were common; early versions typically have a detailed base plate.
