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Oxford Diecast 76MET002

Austin Mini Metro Denim Blue Metallic -1:76 scale

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Prototype Eras
Era 7 (1972 to 1982) British Rail Blue (TOPS)
Era 8 (1983 to 1994) British Rail Sectorisation
Era 9 (1995 to 2004) Initial Privatisation
Era 10 (2005 to 2015) Rebuilding of the Railways

Manufacturer description

The Austin Mini Metro was a supermini produced by British Leyland (BL) and, later, the Rover Group from 1980 to 1998. It was launched in 1980 as the Austin Mini Metro, and was intended to complement and eventually replace the Mini. The Metro was developed under the codename LC8.The roots of the Metro lay in an earlier project denoted as ADO88 (Amalgamated Drawing Office, 88-inch wheelbase), which was intended to be a direct replacement for the Mini. However, poor reception to the ADO88 design at customer clinics and the increasing dominance of superminis in the ADO88's intended market segment, forced a major change.It was designed to be a more modern and efficient car than the Mini, with a hatchback design and a more spacious interior. It was also more fuel-efficient than the Mini, thanks to its lightweight construction and modern engines.Initially it was a commercial success, selling over 200,000 units in its first year of production. It was praised for its spacious interior, fuel economy and handling. However critics complained about its build quality and reliability. 

Oxford Diecast Austin Mini Metro Denim Blue Metallic 1:76 scale. Comes on a plinth (can be removed), clear case and Oxford wrap. 

Catalogue listing

Oxford Diecast Austin Mini Metro Denim Blue Metallic – 1:76 scale (Manufacturer Part Number 76MET002) is a model representing the British Rail sectorisation era. The model accurately reproduces the supermini that was produced by British Leyland and later the Rover Group between 1980 and 1998, when it was launched as the Austin Mini Metro under the development codename LC8.

The miniature is finished in a denim blue metallic paintwork and is supplied on a removable plinth within a clear protective case. An Oxford‑style wrap is fitted around the case for additional presentation. The model is built to a 1:76 scale, suitable for display alongside other railway or transport collectibles.

The original Metro was introduced in 1980 as a modern, hatch‑back alternative to the Mini, offering a larger interior and improved fuel efficiency. It achieved strong sales, moving over 200 000 units in its first year, and was noted for its handling and economy, although some criticism was directed at its build quality and reliability.