Vintage 1980s Rare Deans Childsplay Fabric Bus

A charming, rare soft toy bus from Deans Childsplay (designed by Sebastian Conran, 1986) — a compact, colourful collectible that’s perfect for vintage toy collectors, retro nurseries, and design-minded display. Bright illustrated sides and tactile fabric make this mid-1980s piece both nostalgic and decorative.

• Era Mid 1980s
• Size 21 cm L x 14 cm W (inc wheels) (8.3" L x 5.5" W)
• Material Textile, stuffed filling
• Design Deans Childsplay — Sebastian Conran 1986; illustrated bus motif with bold, playful graphics on each side
• Features Ideal for display or gentle play, collectible vintage toy, printed illustration detail, bright colour palette, rare and hard to find
• Condition Used without original packaging - item in great condition.
• Buying options Items sold individually - see buying options (styles)

Beautifully illustrated on both sides with vivid, well-preserved graphics, this Deans Childsplay fabric bus stands out as a nostalgic design piece from the mid-1980s. At 21 cm long, it’s compact enough for a shelf or mantel display yet detailed enough to appeal to discerning collectors and design enthusiasts. The soft fabric construction and stuffed filling give it a tactile, approachable quality — great as a retro nursery accent, photographic prop, or highlight in a themed collection.

Why collectors seek this piece:

• Designer provenance: Associated with Sebastian Conran (1986), desirable for design-minded collectors and fans of 1980s childrenswear/illustration.
• Rarity: A hard-to-find single example, increasing collectible appeal.
• Decorative versatility: Works equally well in toy collections, vintage displays, retro interiors, or as a playful styling prop.

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