Issued in the 1990's the Matchbox Thunderbird 2 model scale is larger than the 1960s' issue Dinky Toys model, and includes an out of scale Thunderbird 4 submarine. In this side-by-side comparison, the left-hand pod and Thunderbird 4 are from the 1990 Matchbox model while the right-hand side is the Dinky Toys model 101 pod. The Matchbox Thunderbird 4 is large and fills the … [Read more...] about Matchbox Thunderbird 2 Model Scale
Corgi Toys James Bond Aston Martin Suspension Unit 261 270
There are two versions of the Corgi Toys James Bond Aston Martin Suspension Units 261 270 which fit the early Gold 261 and later Silver 270 coloured models. The 271 Aston Martin is different as a larger approximately 1:36 scale model while the 261 & 270 are closer to 1:43 although none are exactly to scale. The 261 & 270 share many similarities and some replacment … [Read more...] about Corgi Toys James Bond Aston Martin Suspension Unit 261 270
Corgi Toys 235 Oldsmobile Super 88 Sedan Box
A new addition to our reproductions is a Corgi Toys 235 Oldsmobile Super 88 Sedan Box. This model casting was used for both a standard sedan and the Corgi Toys 237 "Sheriff" version with roof light. Of course the Oldsmobile was also used as the basis for the Corgi Toys 497 Man from UNCLE "Thrushbuster" vehicle. The Oldsmobile Super 88 Sedan was issued in either a … [Read more...] about Corgi Toys 235 Oldsmobile Super 88 Sedan Box
Matchbox Mercury Commuter 73 Repro Box
We were recently asked for a Matchbox Mercury Commuter 73 Repro Box and in the process of doing so we confirmed three variations of the box for this model. This is one of the true transitional models that appeared with both the early regular wheels and the later Superfast wheels. At the time of the first issue Regular Wheels model the boxes were done in the F style, circa … [Read more...] about Matchbox Mercury Commuter 73 Repro Box
New Toy Events Calendar
We have added a Toy Events Calendar for all toy related swap meets, fairs, club meetings, or other events where old toys might be on show or for sale or swap. [CPMV_CALENDAR view="2"] We will add any events that RecoverToy will attend, hopefully well in advance of the date! If you have an event or regular meeting that you would like to make known to the toy collecting … [Read more...] about New Toy Events Calendar
RecoverToy new reproduction Matchbox Lesney boxes
We have added to our range of reproduction Matchbox Lesney boxes over recent weeks. You can find a number of the later issue Superfast K style boxes have been listed. Like a box for the Matchbox Superfast #23 Boss Mustang G.T 350 issued around 1982 and others including: Volkswagen VW Hot Chocolate #46 Funny Car Dragster Toyota Celica #77 sedan version Toyota Celica … [Read more...] about RecoverToy new reproduction Matchbox Lesney boxes
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Adelaide Swap Meet next weekend
Some of this weekend has been spent preparing for the Adelaide Mega Swap Meet at the Adelaide Showgrounds on Saturday 3rd and Sunday 4th June 2016. RecoverToy will be there with all our reproduction tyres and lots of Dinky, Corgi and Matchbox toys for sale. Come along and bring your old models to get new tyres fitted. … [Read more...] about Adelaide Swap Meet next weekend
New Matchbox Reproduction Boxes
A number of new Matchbox reproduction boxes have been added to the store in recent weeks. Including the Matchbox Lesney Superfast 27 Laborghini Countach Repro I style Box See all our reproduction boxes in our store at RecoverToy. … [Read more...] about New Matchbox Reproduction Boxes