Classic American

65 YEARS of MATCHBOX

What was your first car? For millions around the world, over the course of decades, Matchbox made their first car. Matchbox was more than just a name – it was a guarantee of quality. Full of details, Matchbox models were a way to bring the world of cars into your front room. For many of us, it was our first experience with the finny glamour and distinctive size and style of American cars. Whether a child of the early Sixties grabbing a Ford Thunderbird or Pontiac convertible, or a modern day kid lusting for a taste of American muscle like a Plymouth ’Cuda or the splendour of a Jeep Wagoneer, Matchbox covered

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