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When were matchbox cars first made?

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∙ 12y ago

Updated: 4/28/2022

Matchbox a toy brand which is now owned by by Mattel first began producing toys in 1953, however they did not start producing the toy cars in bubble packs we see today until 1980.

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Who makes matchbox cars?

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Are hot wheels cars and matchbox cars alike?

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Where are matchbox cars made?

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What is the best playset to get for matchbox cars?

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Leonardo DiCaprio made his first TV commercial for which toys?

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Will hot wheel car track allow matchbox cars run on it?

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Where can I find information about the latest matchbox cars and accessories?

Matchbox cars are still being produced to this very day. They have been extended into a range of Dino, Arctic and even Batman tracks and accessories to pair with your matchbox cars.

What is the scale of a matchbox car to a real car?

Unfortunately, Matchbox cars are all different scales. The cars are all made to a particular size (no more than 3"). Therefore, a larger car or truck would have to be scaled down more in order to fit the 3" Matchbox size requirement.

What are current prices for matchbox cars?

Get the latest Matchbox Guide by Charlie Mack or check Ebay.

Were do you get Matchbox cars?

The current Mattel Matchbox cars can be found at any toy store. I even see them in most major supermarkets' toy aisle. If you're looking for the original Lesney Matchbox cars, I would suggest eBay. I've yet to find one source that consistantly has Lesney Matchbox cars in good condition for sale at reasonable prices.

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