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Corgi Aviation 1:32 US34407 P-51D Mustang, Lt. John L. Elder & Ground Crew

Sale price£175.00 GBP
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Preowned - Near Mint (9/10)
Limited Edition
1236 of 1510
Pieces Worldwide
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Description

This North American P-51D Mustang represents USAAF 355th FG, 357th FS aircraft flown by John Elder from RAF Steeple Morden, England in 1945, complete with three figures. The added crew figures give this release extra display appeal, tying it closely to the personal and operational side of late-war Mustang service.

A standout addition to any WWII USAAF collection, especially for displays focused on ace-linked Mustangs and figure-enhanced presentation pieces. Ideal for display and for collectors who enjoy detailed scene-setting releases with strong unit identity.


Fact Sheet

Brand: Corgi

Series: Aviation Archive

Model code: US34407

Aircraft: North American P-51D Mustang

Unit: USAAF 355th FG, 357th FS

Pilot: John Elder

Location: RAF Steeple Morden, England

Date/Period: 1945

Extra: w/3 Figures

Scale: 1:32

Limited Edition: 1510 pieces worldwide

Material: Diecast


Dimensions

Length: 12"

Width: 14"

Condition

Model Condition - Near Mint (9/10)

The model has not been on display and remains wrapped as it would have originally been sold. It has been graded as near mint due to a scratch on the left wing surface, as photographed, along with some manufacturing defects to the wing tips where further scratch marks are present.

We have handled many P-51 models in this scale, including undisplayed examples, and the silver paint finish commonly shows small defects.

Handling Note:
Please take care if removing the model from the packaging. The underside air vent hooks into a black plastic piece, so the model needs to be slid forwards and then lifted up to remove it safely. Please also take care around the propellers.

The polystyrene lid and base will be taped shut, as the P-51 polystyrene enclosures do not sit as cleanly as some other model variations.


Box condition - Mint (10/10)

 The box is in mint condition for its age.


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. We do not dispatch orders on the same day.

If you would like us to hold your order for a later dispatch date, please add a note in the cart before proceeding to checkout, or contact us directly as soon as possible.

Once dispatched, you can follow your parcel on our 'Track Your Order' page.


UK Delivery

  • Tracked 48 — £4.20: Usually 2–3 working days. Available on orders under £100.

  • Tracked 24 — £5.20: Aims for the next working day after dispatch. Free on orders of £100 or more.

  • Parcelforce expressAM — £9.50: Guaranteed by 12 noon on the next working day after dispatch. Free on orders of £200 or more.


International Delivery

We ship worldwide from the UK using tracked services, with parcels insured up to the full order value.

  • Europe: Usually 3–5 business days after dispatch.

  • Rest of the world: Usually 6–7 business days after dispatch.

 

Add your models to the cart and enter your address to see available services and prices. Postage is combined by weight when you purchase multiple models.

If you place separate orders before they have been dispatched, we will combine them where they can be packed safely together and refund any excess postage paid. Please contact us as soon as possible so we can identify the orders.


Import Duties & Taxes

For supported destinations, duties and taxes are shown and collected at checkout. These orders are sent using a duty-paid service where available, so no further import duties or taxes should be due on delivery.

Duty-paid delivery is available where shown at checkout for the United States, Norway, Switzerland and selected European destinations. See our Shipping Policy for the full destination list.

If duties and taxes are not collected at checkout, your order is sent Delivered Duties Unpaid (DDU). You may need to pay import charges or carrier handling fees before delivery.


We wrap each model box in bubble wrap and use paper void fill inside a sturdy, double-walled shipping box. We may reuse boxes and bubble wrap where suitable, while ensuring your order is protected during transit.

Returns

Returns

You can return an item within 30 days of delivery, provided it is in the same condition as when you received it.

Returns are free for UK customers. Customers outside the UK are responsible for return postage unless the item is faulty or not as described. We photograph and describe each item carefully so you can buy with confidence.

We inspect returned items before issuing a refund. For full details, please see our Returns Policy.

To start a return, email jay@thecollectablesvault.com or use the contact form under About & Help in the top menu.

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Description

This North American P-51D Mustang represents USAAF 355th FG, 357th FS aircraft flown by John Elder from RAF Steeple Morden, England in 1945, complete with three figures. The added crew figures give this release extra display appeal, tying it closely to the personal and operational side of late-war Mustang service.

A standout addition to any WWII USAAF collection, especially for displays focused on ace-linked Mustangs and figure-enhanced presentation pieces. Ideal for display and for collectors who enjoy detailed scene-setting releases with strong unit identity.


Fact Sheet

Brand: Corgi

Series: Aviation Archive

Model code: US34407

Aircraft: North American P-51D Mustang

Unit: USAAF 355th FG, 357th FS

Pilot: John Elder

Location: RAF Steeple Morden, England

Date/Period: 1945

Extra: w/3 Figures

Scale: 1:32

Limited Edition: 1510 pieces worldwide

Material: Diecast


Dimensions

Length: 12"

Width: 14"

Condition

Model Condition - Near Mint (9/10)

The model has not been on display and remains wrapped as it would have originally been sold. It has been graded as near mint due to a scratch on the left wing surface, as photographed, along with some manufacturing defects to the wing tips where further scratch marks are present.

We have handled many P-51 models in this scale, including undisplayed examples, and the silver paint finish commonly shows small defects.

Handling Note:
Please take care if removing the model from the packaging. The underside air vent hooks into a black plastic piece, so the model needs to be slid forwards and then lifted up to remove it safely. Please also take care around the propellers.

The polystyrene lid and base will be taped shut, as the P-51 polystyrene enclosures do not sit as cleanly as some other model variations.


Box condition - Mint (10/10)

 The box is in mint condition for its age.


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. We do not dispatch orders on the same day.

If you would like us to hold your order for a later dispatch date, please add a note in the cart before proceeding to checkout, or contact us directly as soon as possible.

Once dispatched, you can follow your parcel on our 'Track Your Order' page.


UK Delivery

  • Tracked 48 — £4.20: Usually 2–3 working days. Available on orders under £100.

  • Tracked 24 — £5.20: Aims for the next working day after dispatch. Free on orders of £100 or more.

  • Parcelforce expressAM — £9.50: Guaranteed by 12 noon on the next working day after dispatch. Free on orders of £200 or more.


International Delivery

We ship worldwide from the UK using tracked services, with parcels insured up to the full order value.

  • Europe: Usually 3–5 business days after dispatch.

  • Rest of the world: Usually 6–7 business days after dispatch.

 

Add your models to the cart and enter your address to see available services and prices. Postage is combined by weight when you purchase multiple models.

If you place separate orders before they have been dispatched, we will combine them where they can be packed safely together and refund any excess postage paid. Please contact us as soon as possible so we can identify the orders.


Import Duties & Taxes

For supported destinations, duties and taxes are shown and collected at checkout. These orders are sent using a duty-paid service where available, so no further import duties or taxes should be due on delivery.

Duty-paid delivery is available where shown at checkout for the United States, Norway, Switzerland and selected European destinations. See our Shipping Policy for the full destination list.

If duties and taxes are not collected at checkout, your order is sent Delivered Duties Unpaid (DDU). You may need to pay import charges or carrier handling fees before delivery.


We wrap each model box in bubble wrap and use paper void fill inside a sturdy, double-walled shipping box. We may reuse boxes and bubble wrap where suitable, while ensuring your order is protected during transit.

Returns

Returns

You can return an item within 30 days of delivery, provided it is in the same condition as when you received it.

Returns are free for UK customers. Customers outside the UK are responsible for return postage unless the item is faulty or not as described. We photograph and describe each item carefully so you can buy with confidence.

We inspect returned items before issuing a refund. For full details, please see our Returns Policy.

To start a return, email jay@thecollectablesvault.com or use the contact form under About & Help in the top menu.