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Oxford Diecast 76HB005

Pinewood Green Vauxhall Viva HB 1:76 scale

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Prototype Eras
Era 5 (1956 to 1966) British Railways Late Crest
Era 6 (1967 to 1972) British Rail Blue (Pre-TOPS)
Era 7 (1972 to 1982) British Rail Blue (TOPS)
Era 8 (1983 to 1994) British Rail Sectorisation

Manufacturer description

The Vauxhall Viva HB was produced by Vauxhall between 1966 and 1970. It was the second generation of the Viva, and was a larger and more stylish car than its predecessor. The HB Viva was also the first Viva to feature the "Coke bottle" styling that would become a hallmark of the model.

It was available in a wide range of body styles, including saloons, estates, coupes, and convertibles. It was also offered with a variety of engine options, from a modest 1.1-litre unit to a more powerful 1.9-litre engine. 

The HB Viva was a successful car for Vauxhall, and helped to establish the Viva as one of the most popular small family cars in the UK. It was eventually replaced by the HC Viva in 1970.

The Oxford Diecast 1:76 scale model is decorated in an attractive deep green, the exterior trim is all finished in silver including the minute Vauxhall name above the rear number plate.  The interior is pale green with a black steering wheel.  Note the finishing touch in the centre of the chrome split radiator grille comprising an elongated V shape within a chrome surround. Our model is based on the 2-door version and is registered MBT 359F from 1967.

It comes on a plinth with a case with a clear lid and a Oxford Automobile wrap. 

Catalogue listing

Oxford Diecast Pinewood Green Vauxhall Viva HB 1:76 scale (Manufacturer Part Number: 76HB005) is a die‑cast model that represents the Vauxhall Viva HB in the British Rail Blue (pre‑TOPS) livery.

The Vauxhall Viva HB was produced by Vauxhall between 1966 and 1970. It was the second generation of the Viva, featuring the “Coke‑bottle” styling, and was available in several body styles, including two‑door saloon, estate, coupe and convertible, with engine sizes ranging from 1.1 litre to 1.9 litre. The model is based on the two‑door version and is shown with the registration MBT 359F from 1967.

The Oxford Diecast model is finished in a deep green body with silver exterior trim and the Vauxhall name in miniature above the rear number plate. The interior is painted pale green and fitted with a black steering wheel. A distinctive chrome split radiator grille bears an elongated V‑shaped element set within a chrome surround.

The model is supplied on a plinth within a case that has a clear lid and an Oxford Automobile wrap. It is intended for collectors of British die‑cast railway and automotive models.