The Double Decker Bus was introduced in 1938 and subsequently renumbered to #290 in 1954.
This model came in many casting variations including several grille designs and baseplates. Some models were issued with decals advertising “DUNLOP TYRES” and some were blank. The body colours were two-tone in green, red, blue with cream upper decks.
Model #29c was issued between 1938-54 and Model #290 was issued between 1954-63.
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Library Pictures & Variations
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Dinky #290 - Green with Cream Upper Deck, Round Grille, Green Ridged Hubs & Dunlop Decals
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Variations
Colour/ Casting Variation (from left to right): #29c (Red)/ #290 (Green)/ #29c (Green)/ #290 (Green)
Minor Casting Variation: #29c-Red Version with "V" Groove Grille/ #29c (third from left) Triangle Grille & Upper Deck Nub/ (second from left) Straight Grille/ #290 Straight Grille-No Nub (far right)
Baseplate Casting Variation (from left to right): #29c-Early version with No Number/ #290-No Model Number/ #29c-With Model Number/ #290-With Model Number
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