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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
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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
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UK Delivery
- Royal Mail Tracked 48 — £4.20
Usually delivered within 2–3 working days. Available for orders below £100. - Royal Mail Tracked 24 — £5.20 or FREE on orders of £100 or more
Aims for delivery on the next working day after dispatch. - Parcelforce expressAM — £9.50 or FREE on orders of £200 or more
Guaranteed delivery by 12 noon on the next working day after dispatch.
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We ship worldwide from the United Kingdom, with parcels insured up to the full order value.
Estimated delivery times after dispatch:
- Europe: usually 3–5 business days.
- Rest of the world: usually 6–7 business days.
Add your models to the cart and enter your delivery address to view the available services and postage costs. Shipping is automatically combined by weight when purchasing multiple models.
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For supported destinations, any applicable duties and taxes are calculated and shown at checkout after you enter your delivery address. These charges are collected with your order and the parcel is sent using a duty-paid service where available, so no further import duties or taxes should be due upon delivery.
Duty-paid delivery is currently available where shown at checkout for:
- United States
- Norway and Switzerland
- Selected European destinations: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, Latvia, Malta, the Netherlands, Portugal, Slovakia, Spain, Sweden and the Republic of Ireland.
For destinations where duties and taxes are not shown and collected at checkout, orders are sent Delivered Duties Unpaid (DDU). The recipient may therefore need to pay local import duties, taxes or handling charges before delivery.
Every model is carefully packaged to help ensure it arrives safely and securely.
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.
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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
Dispatch & Tracking
Orders are dispatched on the next working day after they are placed.
Once dispatched, you can follow your parcel through our Track Your Order page, also available from the main menu.
UK Delivery
- Royal Mail Tracked 48 — £4.20
Usually delivered within 2–3 working days. Available for orders below £100. - Royal Mail Tracked 24 — £5.20 or FREE on orders of £100 or more
Aims for delivery on the next working day after dispatch. - Parcelforce expressAM — £9.50 or FREE on orders of £200 or more
Guaranteed delivery by 12 noon on the next working day after dispatch.
International Delivery
We ship worldwide from the United Kingdom, with parcels insured up to the full order value.
Estimated delivery times after dispatch:
- Europe: usually 3–5 business days.
- Rest of the world: usually 6–7 business days.
Add your models to the cart and enter your delivery address to view the available services and postage costs. Shipping is automatically combined by weight when purchasing multiple models.
Import Duties & Taxes
For supported destinations, any applicable duties and taxes are calculated and shown at checkout after you enter your delivery address. These charges are collected with your order and the parcel is sent using a duty-paid service where available, so no further import duties or taxes should be due upon delivery.
Duty-paid delivery is currently available where shown at checkout for:
- United States
- Norway and Switzerland
- Selected European destinations: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, Latvia, Malta, the Netherlands, Portugal, Slovakia, Spain, Sweden and the Republic of Ireland.
For destinations where duties and taxes are not shown and collected at checkout, orders are sent Delivered Duties Unpaid (DDU). The recipient may therefore need to pay local import duties, taxes or handling charges before delivery.
Every model is carefully packaged to help ensure it arrives safely and securely.
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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