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 … [Read more...] about Matchbox Thunderbird 2 Model Scale
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
Firefox web browser reporting an error with RecoverToy SSL
We are currently experiencing Firefox web browser reporting an error with RecoverToy SSL certificate. The RecoverToy SSL Certificate is correct and can be trusted. However, Firefox is not agreeing with the SSL Authority. Please use Internet Explorer, Safari, Opera, or the new Microsoft Edge browser instead of Firefox. We have logged queries with various support agencies … [Read more...] about Firefox web browser reporting an error with RecoverToy SSL