This model spanned several editions. Starting with normal shaped wheels and a tin hook in 1969, then getting cast wheels and a grey plastic hook in 1970. In 1971 Whizzwheels would be fitted and more changes of interior and hook type followed before a lighter apple green shade replaced this as the 438 that you would get in a box.
So this version with normal wheels and the older style interior and a grey plastic hook is not likely to have been around for that long, maybe a year or so.
This example is in fairly good condition all round with some wear to the paintwork. The suspension is sound, wheels clean and the hook is intact. It has a correct spare wheel on the bonnet. If required, I can supply one of the correct issue canopies in grey, green or orange on request at a small additional charge.
So this version with normal wheels and the older style interior and a grey plastic hook is not likely to have been around for that long, maybe a year or so.
This example is in fairly good condition all round with some wear to the paintwork. The suspension is sound, wheels clean and the hook is intact. It has a correct spare wheel on the bonnet. If required, I can supply one of the correct issue canopies in grey, green or orange on request at a small additional charge.