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Corgi AA32204 1:72 North American P-51D Mustang USAAF 352nd FG 487th FS Petie 2nd John Meyer RAF Bodney 1944
Preowned - Mint (10/10)
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Description
A highly detailed 1:72 scale diecast representation of North American P-51D Mustang 44-14151 “Petie 2nd”, flown by American fighter ace John Meyer during 1944. Released as part of the Corgi Aviation Archive Collector Series, AA32204 depicts the aircraft while serving with the USAAF 487th Fighter Squadron, 352nd Fighter Group, at RAF Bodney in England.
The 352nd Fighter Group became one of the best-known United States Army Air Forces units operating from Britain. Its aircraft developed a distinctive appearance through their brightly painted noses, earning the unit the enduring nickname “The Blue-Nosed Bastards of Bodney”.
John Meyer achieved fighter ace status while serving with the group and became one of its leading pilots. He flew several Mustangs carrying the “Petie” name and accumulated victories during escort, fighter sweep and ground-attack missions over occupied Europe.
Aircraft 44-14151 carried the name “Petie 2nd” and is reproduced in a natural-metal finish with a vivid blue nose and propeller spinner. Black identification markings, USAAF star-and-bar insignia and the individual aircraft codes provide a distinctive contrast against the polished metal airframe.
Developed to meet a requirement for a long-range fighter, the North American P-51 Mustang first flew in 1940. When paired with the Rolls-Royce Merlin engine, the P-51D gained the range and high-altitude performance needed to escort Allied bombers deep into Germany.
The P-51D incorporated a bubble canopy that significantly improved the pilot's visibility. Its combination of speed, range, manoeuvrability and heavy machine-gun armament made it one of the most effective fighter aircraft of the Second World War.
This Corgi release features diecast construction, a detailed cockpit beneath the large bubble canopy and a rotating four-bladed propeller. Additional features include removable landing gear, underwing stores, authentic Petie 2nd markings and the original Corgi Aviation Archive presentation stand.
Fact Sheet
Brand: Corgi
Series: Aviation Archive Collector Series
Model code: AA32204
Aircraft: North American P-51D Mustang
Serial: 44-14151
Aircraft Name: Petie 2nd
Pilot: John Meyer
Unit: USAAF 487th Fighter Squadron, 352nd Fighter Group
Campaign / Event: Second World War operations over Europe
Theatre / Base: RAF Bodney, England
Date/Period: August 1944
Operator / Country: United States Army Air Forces / United States
Scale: 1:72
Material: Heavyweight diecast metal with quality sub-components
Special Features: Authentic Petie 2nd markings, natural-metal finish, distinctive blue nose and spinner, detailed bubble-canopy cockpit, rotating four-bladed propeller, removable landing gear, underwing stores and original presentation display stand
Model Dimensions
Length: 5.25" or 13.3 cm
Width (Wingspan): 6.25" or 15.9 cm
Condition
Model Condition - Mint (10/10)
- Comes complete.
Box condition - Very Good (7/10)
- The box is in very good condition for the age with some shelf wear present as shown in the images.
Photographed under studio lighting to highlight even the smallest imperfections. Buy with confidence, what you see is exactly what you get.
Any imperfections are shown in the images and description. Refer to the grading tab for more details. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to ask.
Grading
Grading Criteria
Our grading is based mainly on the physical condition of the model itself, including paintwork, attached parts, repairs, visible wear and overall presentation. Box condition and missing separate accessories are noted separately where applicable.
Mint (10/10)
- As new, with no visible flaws to the model itself.
Near Mint (9/10)
- Very light signs of handling, storage or display only.
Excellent (8/10)
- Light wear or a few tiny marks, but still displays very well.
Very Good (7/10)
- Noticeable wear, small chips or rubs, but still presentable as a display piece.
Good (6/10)
- Obvious overall wear, visible marks or paint loss; better suited as a display or filler piece.
Fair (5/10)
- Heavy wear, larger areas of paint loss, repairs or clearly visible flaws.
Spares / Repairs (4/10 or below)
- Significant damage, missing attached parts, broken components or best suited for restoration/spares.
If a separate accessory, stand, leaflet, certificate or optional part is missing, this will be mentioned in the listing notes. The model may still receive a high grade if the model itself remains in strong condition.
For a full breakdown on how we grade models, please refer to our Condition Grading page.
Shipping
Goods will be shipped next day after the order is placed.
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Please allow extra time for delivery during the busy Christmas period.
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Selected European duty-paid destinations currently include Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, Latvia, Malta, Netherlands, Portugal, Slovakia, Spain, Sweden and the Republic of Ireland.
Duty-paid shipping may also be available for the United States, Norway and Switzerland where shown at checkout.
For destinations where duties and taxes are not collected at checkout, orders are sent Delivered Duties Unpaid (DDU), meaning import charges may be payable before delivery.
Products are packaged very well to ensure secure delivery and a happy customer.
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- Returns are accepted within 30 days of delivery.
- Items must be returned in their original condition.
- Free UK customer returns.
- Non-UK customers are responsible for return postage unless the item is faulty or not as described. We photograph and describe all items accurately to help you buy with confidence.
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Corgi AA32204 1:72 North American P-51D Mustang USAAF 352nd FG 487th FS Petie 2nd John Meyer RAF Bodney 1944
Sale price£24.00 GBP
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Description
A highly detailed 1:72 scale diecast representation of North American P-51D Mustang 44-14151 “Petie 2nd”, flown by American fighter ace John Meyer during 1944. Released as part of the Corgi Aviation Archive Collector Series, AA32204 depicts the aircraft while serving with the USAAF 487th Fighter Squadron, 352nd Fighter Group, at RAF Bodney in England.
The 352nd Fighter Group became one of the best-known United States Army Air Forces units operating from Britain. Its aircraft developed a distinctive appearance through their brightly painted noses, earning the unit the enduring nickname “The Blue-Nosed Bastards of Bodney”.
John Meyer achieved fighter ace status while serving with the group and became one of its leading pilots. He flew several Mustangs carrying the “Petie” name and accumulated victories during escort, fighter sweep and ground-attack missions over occupied Europe.
Aircraft 44-14151 carried the name “Petie 2nd” and is reproduced in a natural-metal finish with a vivid blue nose and propeller spinner. Black identification markings, USAAF star-and-bar insignia and the individual aircraft codes provide a distinctive contrast against the polished metal airframe.
Developed to meet a requirement for a long-range fighter, the North American P-51 Mustang first flew in 1940. When paired with the Rolls-Royce Merlin engine, the P-51D gained the range and high-altitude performance needed to escort Allied bombers deep into Germany.
The P-51D incorporated a bubble canopy that significantly improved the pilot's visibility. Its combination of speed, range, manoeuvrability and heavy machine-gun armament made it one of the most effective fighter aircraft of the Second World War.
This Corgi release features diecast construction, a detailed cockpit beneath the large bubble canopy and a rotating four-bladed propeller. Additional features include removable landing gear, underwing stores, authentic Petie 2nd markings and the original Corgi Aviation Archive presentation stand.
Fact Sheet
Brand: Corgi
Series: Aviation Archive Collector Series
Model code: AA32204
Aircraft: North American P-51D Mustang
Serial: 44-14151
Aircraft Name: Petie 2nd
Pilot: John Meyer
Unit: USAAF 487th Fighter Squadron, 352nd Fighter Group
Campaign / Event: Second World War operations over Europe
Theatre / Base: RAF Bodney, England
Date/Period: August 1944
Operator / Country: United States Army Air Forces / United States
Scale: 1:72
Material: Heavyweight diecast metal with quality sub-components
Special Features: Authentic Petie 2nd markings, natural-metal finish, distinctive blue nose and spinner, detailed bubble-canopy cockpit, rotating four-bladed propeller, removable landing gear, underwing stores and original presentation display stand
Model Dimensions
Length: 5.25" or 13.3 cm
Width (Wingspan): 6.25" or 15.9 cm
Condition
Model Condition - Mint (10/10)
- Comes complete.
Box condition - Very Good (7/10)
- The box is in very good condition for the age with some shelf wear present as shown in the images.
Photographed under studio lighting to highlight even the smallest imperfections. Buy with confidence, what you see is exactly what you get.
Any imperfections are shown in the images and description. Refer to the grading tab for more details. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to ask.
Grading
Grading Criteria
Our grading is based mainly on the physical condition of the model itself, including paintwork, attached parts, repairs, visible wear and overall presentation. Box condition and missing separate accessories are noted separately where applicable.
Mint (10/10)
- As new, with no visible flaws to the model itself.
Near Mint (9/10)
- Very light signs of handling, storage or display only.
Excellent (8/10)
- Light wear or a few tiny marks, but still displays very well.
Very Good (7/10)
- Noticeable wear, small chips or rubs, but still presentable as a display piece.
Good (6/10)
- Obvious overall wear, visible marks or paint loss; better suited as a display or filler piece.
Fair (5/10)
- Heavy wear, larger areas of paint loss, repairs or clearly visible flaws.
Spares / Repairs (4/10 or below)
- Significant damage, missing attached parts, broken components or best suited for restoration/spares.
If a separate accessory, stand, leaflet, certificate or optional part is missing, this will be mentioned in the listing notes. The model may still receive a high grade if the model itself remains in strong condition.
For a full breakdown on how we grade models, please refer to our Condition Grading page.
Shipping
Goods will be shipped next day after the order is placed.
You can stay updated on your tracking information by clicking Track Your Order here. Alternatively, this can be located via the top menu under 'Track Your Order'.
Please allow extra time for delivery during the busy Christmas period.
UK Shipping
- Free Express Tracked Delivery (Royal Mail Tracked 24 – 1 Business day)
For orders over £100. - Free Premium Delivery (ParcelForce Express Tracked – 1 Business day)
For orders over £200. - Royal Mail Tracked 48 (2–3 working days) – £3.95
For orders under £100. - Royal Mail Express Tracked (1 business day) – £5.20
For orders under £100.
Worldwide
International shipping is available and fully insured up to the total order value. Add items to your cart and enter your delivery address in the cart to see postage before checkout. If you buy multiple items, the cart will automatically combine shipping costs based on item weight.
International Import Duties & Taxes
For selected duty-paid destinations, import duties and taxes are calculated and collected upfront at checkout. Where these charges are shown at checkout, your order will be shipped using a duty-paid service where available, helping to reduce the chance of additional import charges on delivery.
Selected European duty-paid destinations currently include Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, Latvia, Malta, Netherlands, Portugal, Slovakia, Spain, Sweden and the Republic of Ireland.
Duty-paid shipping may also be available for the United States, Norway and Switzerland where shown at checkout.
For destinations where duties and taxes are not collected at checkout, orders are sent Delivered Duties Unpaid (DDU), meaning import charges may be payable before delivery.
Products are packaged very well to ensure secure delivery and a happy customer.
Returns
- Returns are accepted within 30 days of delivery.
- Items must be returned in their original condition.
- Free UK customer returns.
- Non-UK customers are responsible for return postage unless the item is faulty or not as described. We photograph and describe all items accurately to help you buy with confidence.
- Refunds are issued after inspection of the returned item.
For more information on returns, please visit our Returns Policy page.
If you need to return an item, please email jay@thecollectablesvault.com or use the contact form under “About & Help” in the top menu.
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