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John Merritt
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I'm not sure now what I was looking for when I came across this little gem. This is another of those models that I've never seen in 1:1 form and chances are I won't, but I found incredibly intriguing. I love the color.

1949 Morris J-Type Delivery Van - Vanguard-Pathway Models

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John Merritt
South Lyon, Michigan - USA


   
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David Green
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Neat John, a memory from my youth in Britain. Common vehicle back then.



   
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If a Delivery Van can be cute, then this one wins.



   
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Lots of charm on four wheels!  😏 



   
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As most Forumites know, this van was done in the 1950s by Dinky.  The variations I recall and currently have in my collection are the Royal Mail van and Capstan Cigarettes  van.

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Harv Goranson
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@jack-dodds I have yet to find a decent and affordable mint boxed Capstan van. 

 



   
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@mg-harv Yes Harv; they seem to be relatively hard to find M or MB and command a high price in my experience.



   
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It reminds me of the 1951 International Harvester Metro 'Shorty.' 

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And like all classics, someone did have a go at 'improving it,' though I confess I do like this one:

1951 International Delivery van


   
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@gdh I have the IH Van with the IH parts designation on the sides. Good eye in noticing the similarities to the Morris.



   
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