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 tin hook is not likely to have been around for that long, maybe a year or so and is quite scarce.

This example is in fair condition all round with quite a lot of chips. The suspension is sound, wheels clean and the hook is intact. It is missing a spare wheel on the bonnet.  If required, I can supply a spare and one of the correct issue canopies in grey, green or orange on request at a small additional charge.