OOAK Deluxe Quick Curl Barbie on Twist ’n Turn Body + “Important Investment” #1482 (1969–1970) MOD Outfit

This stunning OOAK Deluxe Quick Curl Barbie (#9217) is the centerpiece of this listing, beautifully customized and paired with one of Mattel’s most iconic MOD-era fashions.

Featured Barbie Doll (Custom OOAK)

• Head: Deluxe Quick Curl Barbie #9217
• Body: Authentic Twist ’n Turn (TNT) Barbie body
• Hair: Professionally rerooted with long, silky blonde hair that drapes smoothly and displays beautifully
• Makeup: Bright MOD-era face paint with vivid blue eyes, crisp liner, and soft pink lips

Articulation:

• Smoothly working Twist ’n Turn waist
• Bendable knees that bend and snap cleanly into pose positions, as shown in photos

This doll is display-ready and poses confidently, making her ideal for collectors, photographers, or MOD-era dioramas.

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Vintage MOD Outfit: “Important Investment” #1482

Barbie’s late-1960s MOD style shines in the vibrant “Important Investment” #1482 fashion from 1969–1970, a standout knit mini-dress from Mattel’s MOD line.

Outfit Details

Outfit Name/Number: Important Investment #1482

• Year(s) Produced: 1969–1970
• Manufacturer: Mattel (Japan)
• Fabric: Fine-gauge lime-green knit

Design Features:

• Long sleeves
• Mock turtleneck
• Mini length
• Back button closure

Accessories Included:

• Original gold chain belt (red felt flower missing)
• Vintage Barbie hanger
• Gold dimple clutch (as pictured)
• White knee-high squishy rubber boots (MOD era style)

Outfit Condition

Excellent vintage condition with strong knit structure and vibrant color. No holes or tears. The gold chain belt is intact with both end beads present; the original red felt flower is missing. Back closure is intact; the small thread loop at the neck needs replacement. Clean overall with only minimal age-related wear.

Why Collectors Love This Set

• Features a professionally rerooted OOAK Barbie with a fully functional TNT body
• Pairs perfectly with one of the most recognizable MOD-era knit mini dresses
• Display-ready and visually striking—no styling or restoration needed
• Captures the bold, youthful energy of late-1960s Barbie fashion

Final Note

This listing includes the exact Barbie doll, outfit, and accessories shown in the photos. A rare opportunity to own a beautifully customized MOD-era Barbie paired with an iconic original Mattel fashion—sleek, confident, and unmistakably MOD.

Please review all photos carefully and feel free to reach out with any questions.