A TOY model of an iconic Grand Prix car is expected to sell for thousands when it goes up for sale.
A model of a racing 1924 Alfa Romeo, which was played with by its owner decades ago, is estimated to sell for £2,000 when it goes under the hammer at an online auction of automobilia and memorabilia on Thursday, September 29.
Richard Bromell, founder of Dorset-based Charterhouse Auctioneers, said: “The owner, who lives in Devon, played with the clockwork car for years.
“And then the teenage years came along and his interests changed from models to full sized cars and it was relegated to a cupboard.”
The clockwork Alfa Romeo P2 was made in France by the Industrial Toy Company. The model up for sale shows some wear and was re-painted at some point, however its long life and collectible status means it should fetch a hefty price.
From 1924 to 1930, the Alfa Romeo P2 was victorious in 14 Grand Prix and other major events including the Targa Florio and is regarded as one of the most iconic Grand Prix cars of the 1920s.
Visit charterhouse-auction.com for more information.
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