Links & Photo References
My goal for this site is to present as comprehensive a listing as possible of Matchbox miniature models and variations. Photos of the models are, of course, a key part of such a listing.
Whenever possible I have used photos from my own collection. My collection is nowhere near as extensive as many collectors' however, and there are many rare or unusual variations that I don't yet have and, truly, may never see. As a result, and as is the common case with many of the extensive Matchbox web sites, I've relied on other sources for pictures of many of the models.
In all cases I attribute the photo to its source, whether my own collection (listed as MBX-u) or others. Under each photo is a reference field showing the source of the photo. A list of popular sites (with clickable urls when appropriate) and the most frequently used sources is shown below. There are some images that are of uncertain origin, which I list as "OTHER". And since the same photo is often used across multiple Matchbox sites, it's sometimes hard to tell where it's from originally. I've done my best to determine that, but certainly have some of them wrong. So, if you see any photos that you know are not referenced correctly, please drop me a note with the correct information and I will fix them.
I am still in the process of photographing my collection, and will replace photos from other sources with my own as that proceeds. I will do the same as I acquire new models.
This is a totally non-commercial site so the images are used for informational purposes only.
In the same spirit, my photos (those marked as source "MBX-u") can be copied and saved, and I have no issue with them being used by other Matchbox collectors. I would ask only that you reference this site as the source.
Regarding my approach to my photos- my goal was to show the details of the model as clearly as possible. You'll find there are 2 views at the version level (from front/ left and back/right), and 2 views for each variation (side/top and base). I've tried to show the distinguishing characteristics among versions and variations (e.g. different info on the base of the model).
| Reference Name | Reference Type | Details | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|
| 164Cars | Web Site | http://www.164Cars.com/ | |
| 2004 Mack Superfast | Publication | The Big Book of Superfast Matchbox Toys | Most up to date listings of all Superfast models from 1969-2004. In two volumes |
| 2012 Mack Lesney Regular Wheel | Publication | Lesney's Matchbox Toys: Regular Wheel Years | Updated book with regular wheel list and prices. |
| 70er Matchbox | Web Site | http://www.70er-matchbox.de/Home.htm | Site dedicated to new models that came out in the 70's |
| Alans Toys | Web Site | http://www.vintagediecasttoys.com/ | Alan Wank's online store for Matchbox and other diecast models. |
| Alex Bernardes | Collection | mundomatchbox.blogspot.com | Collection of Alex Bernardes |
| Alvin Rodriguez | Collection | Collection of Alvin Rodriguez | |
| Andreas Mohr Collection | Collection | Photos found on various web sites | |
| Andreas Rehme's MB Picture Dictionary | Web Site | http://www.areh.de/ | Good photos of Superfast models with many variations. This site groups models that are basically the same (i.e. 1c and 1d Challengers). |
| Arief Satyaw | ePosting | http://kulitjerukbali.blogspot.de | blog posting |
| Augsburger Spielzeug Kiste | Web Site | https://augsburger-spielzeugkiste.com | On-line toy shop, many brands |
| Autoos International | Web Site | http://www.matchbox.box.nl/jnmmenu.php | Web store for Matchbox models and related items. Lots of hard-to-find items. |
| Bay Area MB Collectors Assoc. | Web Site | http://www.bamca.org/ | Excellent site for the Bay Area Matchbox Club, including many of the Matchbox lines. This site does a great job at laying out the releases or 'lineup appearances' as well as info on the models themselves. Site is run by Dean Dierschow |
| Ben Wright | Collection | Ben.Wright@planning.nsw.gov.au | Collection of Ben Wright |
| Bob Steinberg | eBay Seller | ebay BOBBO13 | items being sold on ebay from his collection |
| BulgarianCollection.com | Web Site | http://www.bulgariancollection.com | |
| Carcraze on ebay | eBay Seller | ebay seller: CARCRAZE7 | |
| Carr's Collectibles | eBay Seller | eBay seller carrcollectablesuk | Site for Paul Carr |
| Cars and Boxes | Web Site | https://www.cars-and-boxes.de/ | |
| Cars And Trains | Web Site | carsandtrains.com | Covers real and diecast vehicles |
| Christian Falkensteins MB Site | Web Site | http://www.cfalkensteiner.com | NEW WEBSITE URL! The source for much of the info on Matchbox models. Comprehensive listings of boxes, wheel types, and post-1970 models. Good selection of photos of overseas models (i.e. variations released in China, Blocker variation). Run by Christian Falkensteiner. His naming scheme for packages and wheels is a standard and used here. |
| Cobra Toys, Australia | Web Site | http://cobratoys.com.au/mbcat/ | Cobra Toys is an on-line toy seller. They also maintain photo databases of diecast variations, including Matchbox. |
| Coll. of Eddie Winkler | Collection | ||
| Craig McNulty/Alvin Rodriguez | Collection | Photo(s) by Craig McNulty/Alvin Rodriguez | |
| Dan's Matchbox Pictures Pages | Web Site | http://www.matchbox-dan.com | Among the best photos of Matchbox cars on the web |
| Diecast Investor | Web Site | http://www.diecastinvestor.com/ | Source for many brands of diecast vehicles |
| diecasttpyexchange | eBay Seller | eBay seller: diecasttoyexchange | Ron SLyder & Wayne Laughman on ebay |
| Fettler's ebay store | eBay Seller | http://stores.ebay.com/fettlersworkshop/ | also ebay seller dr_bennett_1999; nice flat photos of pkgs on wood background |
| Frank's Matchbox Lesney Page | Web Site | http://www.fcarnahan.com/index.html | Frank Carnahan's Matchbox site. Includes many links and references. |
| Gary's Cars Site | Web Site | http://www.garyscars.co.uk/index.htm | features UK, Bulgarian releases. Good listings and photos of ROW releases/packages. |
| Hans Doering | Collection | Collection of Hans Doering | |
| Hans Doering Collection | Collection | ||
| Harveys Matchbox | Web Site | http://www.harveys-matchbox.de | Hardy Ristau's Matchbox site (German). Also has ebay store under HArveys-Matchbox-USA |
| Illinois Matchbox Collectors Club | Web Site | http://www.imccclub.com | Newsletter and web site |
| jakesnowdog | OTHER | jakesnowdog@comcast.net | Pictures sent from Jake's collection |
| John & Bunne Baum | Web Site | http://www.bunne.com/Trucks/Index.html | Nice selection of various Matchbox trucks |
| Jon Hayward ebay store | eBay Seller | https://www.ebay.co.uk/str/millbankmodels | also ebay seller jon_hayward |
| Ken Kcomt | Collection | kenkcomt@gmail.com | Collection of Ken Kcomt |
| Larry Scaduto ambassador reports | sPosting | Articles in monthly reports as Matchbox Ambassador | |
| LesneyLegacy | eBay Seller | ebay seller: Lesneylegacy | |
| Little Wheels Museum | Web Site | http://little-wheels.co.uk | |
| Marcel Bakker- Models in Perspex Cases | Web Site | http://www.moyshop.de/images/pdf/Mattel_Matchbox_Perspex_case_models.PDF | List of special models in display cases, made by Marcel Bakker |
| Maseytoys | eBay Seller | ebay seller: maseytoys | |
| Matchbox & Lesney Toy Museum | Collection | 62 Saw Mill Rd, Durham CONN, 06422 | Photos from Charlie Mack's collection/museum |
| Matchbox 1-75 | Web Site | http://www.matchbox1-75.com/ | Listing of main line miniature models. Also guides to packages and wheels and historical info. |
| Matchbox Catalogs | Publication | Various catalogs and publications from LEsney through Tyco years | |
| Matchbox Classics | Web Site | http://www.matchboxclassics.co.uk | Matchbox on-line store |
| Matchbox Collector's Community | Web Site | https://archive.is/www.mboxcommunity.com | Note: the main site is down due to hacking. You can still look at archived information though, at the listed url. |
| Matchbox Convoy Project | Web Site | http://matchboxconvoys.com/ | Good listing and photos of Convoys |
| Matchbox Feature Cars | Web Site | http://pasionmatchbox.blogspot.com/2008/ | Spanish language site with listinngs and photos of Feature Cars |
| Matchbox Forum | Web Site | http://www.mbxforum.com/ | Comprehensive site for Matchbox toys. The Matchbox Forum is also an international Matchbox club with official models for members. Run by John Yanouzas & John Nijhuis. |
| Matchbox International Collect | Web Site | http://www.matchboxclub.com/ | Matchbox collectors club site with database, store and auctions. Produce a color annual publication as well. Membership required for some features. |
| Matchbox Memories | Web Site | http://matchboxmemories.blogspot.com/ | |
| Matchbox Picture Database, UK | Web Site | http://mb-db.co.uk/ | Good photo listing of Superfast models with MAN #s. |
| Matchbox University | Collection | Photos taken by Matchbox University | |
| Matchbox University Collection | Collection | Photos from Duane Falk's collection taken for Matchbox University | |
| Matchbox Wikipedia | Web Site | http://matchbox.wikia.com/wiki/Matchbox_Cars_Wiki | A wiki-like site with info on miniatures models. |
| Matchboxmania | Web Site | http://www.matchboxmania.de | Forum for discussions on Matchbox; based out of Germany; membership required to post |
| MB USA Newsletter | Publication | none | Monthly newsletter put out by Charlie Mack for Matchbox USA Club. |
| MCCD club | Collection | http://www.matchboxclub.de | Site for Matchbox Collectors Club Deutschland. Includes links to monthly club flyers as well as photos of code 2/3 models produced by the club. |
| Michael's Boxes Page | Web Site | http://www.staff.hs-mittweida.de/~mroehr/MBX/mbx.htm | reference listing of Matchbox boxes and of Hitch 'N Haul releases. |
| Midwest Diecast Miniatures | Web Site | http://www.mdcmonline.com | Online store run by Tom Sarlitto |
| Milan Kabrt: List of Models | Web Site | http://modely.kabrt.net/?page=intro | Detailed listing and photos of convoys |
| ModellAuto Hungary | Web Site | http://www.modellauto.hu | Index to many model sites, including a page on Ikarus coaches |
| Moko Lesney Matchbox | Web Site | http://www.mokolesneymatchbox.com | Articles about selected Matchbox topics, detailed listing on several models. Good source for info on 17-B models, code 1/2 and 3. Info about how to detect frauds and fakes. |
| Mom, Me & Matchbox | Collection | Models from Steve & Eva Gal | |
| MoyShop Matchbox | Web Site | http://www.moyshop.de/ | Web store for Matchbox models. Features many Model of Yesteryear releases. MCCD club and other special models also available here. |
| Nick and Debbies Lesney Site | Web Site | http://www.vintagebritishdiecasts.co.uk/ | Very comprehensive treatment of regular wheels models, including variations, histories, boxes and pricing guides. |
| Nigel Cooper's Collection | Collection | Models from Nigel Cooper's collection. | |
| Official Mattel photos & information | Web Site | http://www.matchbox.com | |
| Online Toys Australia | eBay Seller | http://www.onlinetoys.com.au | |
| Osubuck on ebay | eBay Seller | eBay seller: the-osu-buckeyes | |
| Other Source | Other | none | other sources, ie unspecified ebay, net photos |
| Planet Diecast | Web Site | www.planetdiecast.com | Website with forums on diecast vehicles. |
| Public Safety Diecast | Web Site | http://www.publicsafetydiecast.com | Amazing collection of model photos related to public safety- police, fire, rescue. Very comprehensive, including code 2/3 models. |
| Rails of Sheffield | Web Site | http://stores.ebay.co.uk/Rails-Of-Sheffield | |
| Richard Boyle's Collection | Web Site | Creates a number of code 2/3 models each year. | |
| Rodger & Georgina's Web Site | Web Site | http://www.darkens.net.nz | Personal collection of Matchbox vehicles. |
| Shabbir Malik's Matchbox Site | Web Site | http://www.shabbir.com/matchbox/mbmenu1.html | Good source for photos and info pre 2005. Best listing of Code 2 models- ASAP, CCI, CQ. |
| Slowdive on ebay | eBay Seller | eBay seller: SLOWDIVE90; online store: Village Diecast | |
| Small Car List | Web Site | SmallCarList.com | SmallCarList.com |
| Small Diecast Corvettes | Web Site | http://smalldiecastcorvettes.com | |
| Swifty's Garage | Web Site | http://swiftysgarage.net | Forum covering many diecast topics |
| The Lamley Group | Web Site | http://lamleydlm.blogspot.com | Blog run by John Lambert/David Tilley. Excellent coverage and photos of latest models and diets news. |
| Thomas Bunge | Web Site | http://www.thomas-bunge.com | Photos from his collection |
| Tomasz Majer | User | ||
| Tortoys Vintage Toys | Web Site | https://www.tortoys.co.uk/index.html | |
| Toy Car Collector | Web Site | http://www.toycarcollector.com | Sells regular wheels and Lesney SF, as well as accessories |
| Toy Van site | Web Site | http://www.toyvan.co.uk | Comprehensive listings amd photos of van diecast |
| ToyMart.com | Web Site | http://www.Toymart.com | |
| Trentula on ebay | eBay Seller | ebay Seller: TRENTULA32 | ebay store: Wild World of Deals |
| Unbespielt Shop | eBay Seller | https://www.ebay.de/str/unbespieltshop | Sven Schutte ebay shop |
| Vectis toy auction site | Web Site | http://www.vectis.co.uk/Page/Index.aspx | Auctions of Matchbox and other toys |
| Village Diecast | eBay Seller | https://www.ebay.com/usr/village-diecast?_trksid=p2053788.m1543.l2754 | Village Diecast ebay seller |
| Virtual Diecast Museum | Web Site | http://diecast.spiraln.com/index.html | Very nice photos of diets. Some Matchbox models are included along with many other diets brands. |
| Virtual Diecast Vehicle Museum | Web Site | http://diecast.spiraln.com/index.html | Covers many types of die cast; nice photos from right side of vehicles; mostly cars |
| Waldemar Pupar | User | ||
| Zoltan Bukovszky | Collection | zabukovszky@yahoo.co.uk | Collection of Zoltan Bukovszky |
| Łukasz Żywko | User |