Matchbox cars are very popular with children because they are produced with great devotion to detail. It is precisely this love of detail that makes many adults develop fun collecting different models. Whether young or old, Matchbox cars are a joy and a great gift for any age group.
We’ve put together a checklist of all the important buying criteria for buying Matchbox cars. You can also find a wide selection of great Matchbox sets in our product recommendations.
- Matchbox cars are from the toy manufacturer Mattel.
- There are Matchbox car sets in which themes such as series, movies or the like can be found again or Matchbox cars sold individually.
- The selection of brands, models and vehicles is very large. In addition to cars, vans and trucks, for example, monster trucks, ships and aircraft are also sold.
- The chosen scale of Matchbox cars is 1:64.
- Themed accessories are often sold with Matchbox sets. For example, a small fire station can be purchased to go with fire trucks.
- Other popular accessories include multi-story garages, gas stations, street signs, traffic lights, etc.
- The term “Matchbox cars” is often used colloquially for cars from other toy brands, however, this is not correct, because Matchbox belongs to the toy manufacturer Mattel.
- Children up to 3 years of age should not play with Matchbox cars, as small parts that can be swallowed can pose a danger.
- In addition to the fun of playing , many Matchbox fans also develop a taste for collecting as many models as possible.
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FAQ For Matchbox Cars For Kids
The term Matchbox stands for a brand of toy cars and belongs to the company Mattel. Mattel is the second largest toy company in the world.
The prices for Matchbox cars vary depending on the model. They come in sets and individually. For example, a gift set of 5 is available for around 10 euros. However, there are also much more expensive models. You’ll find a great selection for every budget in our product recommendations.
The value is based on condition, rarity, age and edition. Newly produced models in large editions are therefore generally cheaper than old models of which there are only a few copies.
The most valuable are old Matchbox models that have not been produced for a long time. In addition, unused Matchbox cars in their original packaging are much more valuable than models that have been played with. A small production run adds to the value.
The most expensive Matchbox model ever sold is the “Matchbox 1967 Magrius Deutz Crane (no. 30)” with a price of 13000 €.
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