Are Matchbox cars worth any money?

Pink cars tend to be the most valuable, because the color was less popular with little boys, Giordano said. Alternate colors of some toys Mattel issued in the late 1970s can also be particularly valuable. The 10 that appreciated most since introduction are: (1961) Magirus-Deutz Truck, Matchbox (tan/orange): 71,684\%

When did Matchbox cars come out?

July 9, 1953
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Do Matchbox still make toy cars?

The heritage of well-made Matchbox™ vehicles remains intact with an evolving assortment of fine models. Assortments include city cars, rescue vehicles, construction vehicles and off-road four-wheelers. Kids and collectors alike will love the entire Matchbox™ vehicle line.

What Matchbox cars are collectible?

Here Are The 7 Most Valuable Matchbox Cars

• Aveling Barford Road Roller 1953.
• Ford Fairlane Police Car – Gray Wheels 1961.
• Mercedes Benz 230 SL – Apple Green 1967.
• Opel Diplomat 1966 – Sea Green.
• BP Dodge Wrecker 1965 – Reverse Color.
• Magirus Deutz Crane 1961 – Light Brown.
• Major Scale Quarry Truck.

What Matchbox cars are worth the most money?

These are the 10 most expensive Matchbox cars:

• Mercury Station Wagon (1969-1973)
• Mercury Cougar (1968-1970)
• Ford Kennel Truck (1969-1972)
• Mercedes Benz 230SL (1967)
• BP Dodge Wreck Truck (1965)
• ERF Dropside Lorry.
• Opal Diplomat (1966) Estimated Value: $9,000.
• Magirus-Deutz Crane (1961) Estimated Value: $13,000.

What are the rare Matchbox cars?

Rare Matchbox Cars to Watch Out For

• Opel Diplomat Sedan. One of the rarest Matchbox cars is an Opel Diplomat, painted an unusual beautiful turquoise also referred to as sea green.
• No. 30 Crane Truck.
• Aveling Barford Road Roller.
• BP Dodge Wrecker.
• Major Scale Quarry Truck.
• Mercury Cougar.

What do you call a Matchbox collector?

The hobby of collecting matchboxes is called phillumeny, and is not half as popular as stamp and coin collecting.

How many Matchbox cars are sold each year?

The formerly UK-based Matchbox, which is now owned by US toymaker Mattel, was created in 1953 and sells more than 40 million die-cast vehicles each year.

How many different types of Matchbox cars are there?

New owners Mattel expanded the regular US market Matchbox series to 100 models for 1999 but changed it back to 75 models for 2001. The US range was again increased from 75 to 100 models for 2008, and then further expanded to 120 models for 2012 and then to 125 in 2016.

What Matchbox car is worth the most money?

The title of the most expensive Matchbox car goes to by the Magirus-Deutz Crane. This little brown 1961 “No. 30” crane truck was reportedly found in a garage sale and purchased for $10. Three years later, the owner sold it for $10,000, and another collector also purchased one for a whopping $13,000!

Are matchbox labels worth anything?

All-round Labels This type of label wrapped around the entirety of the matchbox and, when collected, should always be kept intact. Such labels are now very scarce and certainly worth collecting.