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NEW OLD MODELS FOUND

The tag says it all. It's all about older models which I have discovered only recently.

Volvo C30 by Matchbox

3/28/2014

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I recently saw in an auction a 5-car set by Matchbox featuring a Volvo C30. This set was released back in 2008 under the name 'Modern Rides'. This blue painted 3'' Volvo C30 model can be found with 8 or 10 Spoke wheels.It is made in Thailand.
The set contains :
  • MB726  -  Audi R8 ( red )
  • MB630  -  Corvette C6 ( pearl orange metallic with black Le Mans stripes )
  • MB711  -  Volvo C30 ( metal-flake dark blue )
  • MB680  -  Dodge Magnum R/T ( violet )
  • MB671  -  Ford GT (2005) ( green with white Le Mans stripe )
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Source & copyright  : matchbox.wikia.com/wiki/Volvo_C30
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Volvo 760 made by Majorette for TC Toys

3/25/2014

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A fellow Volvo fan and collector made me recently aware of this Volvo 760 GLE scale model. The 3'' model was made for the British label TC Toys by Majorette. The Volvo 760 is Majorette's standard model which consists of a diecast body and a plastic bottom-plate. The model is made in France. TC Toys has printed their own product number on the left bottom corner of the cardboard. The item number is 34 06279. TC Toys stands for Thomas Cork SM Ltd. It seems that the company started doing business back in 1984. It had his headquarter in Nottingham, Great Britain. The company had been dissolved in November 1995.
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Volvo P1800 in Matchbox 10-car 'Collector Pack'

9/4/2013

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I have just discovered another 10-car set by Matchbox featuring a Volvo. This set is labeled 'Showroom Models' and has been released in January 2010. This set comes with a medium blue painted Volvo P1800.  The set features nine regular cars and as bonus an exclusive vehicle which is a yellow Chevy Camaro SS-396.

These 3'' models have been made in Thailand.

A good source for anything regarding the Volvo P1800 by Matchbox is this Wiki page.

Complete model list :
MB...
MB517
MB799
MB734
MB555
MB781
MB479
MB695
MB745
MB707
1969
2001
1969
1970
2000
2009
2001
2006
Chevy Camaro SS-396 (Exclusive Vehicle)
Dodge Viper GTSR
Volvo P1800
VW T2 bus 'Sportman's Lodge'
GMC Terradyne 'GCS Gerstner'
Rock Shocker
Ford panel van 'SWAT'
Utility truck : gas tanker
Scraper
Ground Braker
yellow with 2 black stripes
copper metallic
medium blue
hunter green
pale beige
matte black
black
lime green with black tank
yellow
red over black
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Volvo XC90 by Matchbox 'Showroom Models' 10-car pack

8/29/2013

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PicturePhoto used with permission. Courtesy of Jimmy.
I have just discovered this 10-car set featuring a Volvo XC90. This set by Matchbox is labeled 'Showroom Models' and has been released in January 2010. This golden brown paint scheme is new for this set. It has not been available before. The interior of the model is black. The 3'' model has a diecast body and a plastic bottom plate. It has been made in Thailand.

A good source for anything regarding the Volvo XC90 by Matchbox is this Wiki page.



Model list of this set :
MB320
MB610
MB688
MB706
MB676
MB726
MB669
MB674
MB714
MB636
1957
1971
1961
2006
2005
2007
2004
2003
2006
1968
Chevy Bel Air Convertible
Chevy Chevelle Convertible
Jaguar E-type
Lotus Exige
Dodge Charger
Audi R8
Ford Shelby Cobra Concept
Volvo XC90
Lexus GS 430
Mercury Cougar
light blue
yellow
metal-flake burgundy
pearl white
metal-flake purple
metal-flake electric blue
metal-flake orange
metal-flake golden brown
metal-flake light/pale blue
metal-flake lime green
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Volvo 760 by Matchbox

5/14/2013

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This white Volvo 760 is one of the rarest colors once offered by Matchox. This is one of the earlier models which featured yellow tinted windows. The interior and the base are white. The model has SF type wheels with 8 dots. This diecast model was made in China.

This near mint model was sold a few days ago for 32.77 £ ( 38.90 € / 51.02 $ ) on eBay.



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Volvo 760 by Majorette

4/7/2013

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I recently came across this set by Majorette featuring a Volvo 760 GLE and a Peugeot 205 GTi. The box not only contains the scale models but also a device called Sprinter. It allows you to whiz the cars. You can even clip it to your belt so you can play with it when you are on the road. I haven't opened the package since it is still in near mint condition. The cardboard will get damaged once opened. This set was available under item number Ref. 03446010. I presume that it is dating back to the mid eighties.

-   Volvo 760 GLE
-   Peugeot 205 GTi
green metallic with red interior
yellow with black interior
with opening front side doors
with opening tailgate
with plastic base
with metallic base
1:61
1:53
Here you can watch two commercials broadcasted on the French TV back in 1987 :

Source & copyright of the clips : ina.fr
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Volvo 480ES 'Super Value Pack' by Matchbox

11/20/2012

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I have recently found this set featuring a Volvo 480ES and an Audi Quattro in the same blister. It is the first time I have seen a set with a Volvo 480ES together with a second car. Please let me know if you have or do know of other sets like this.



Click here to see other versions of the Volvo 480ES by Matchbox.



Photo used with permission.
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Volvo P1800 by Matchbox

7/8/2012

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The Volvo P1800 by Matchbox seems to be quite popular. I have rarely seen so many liveries for a single model in such a short time.
This special limited edition Volvo P1800 with "Seasons Greetings Matchbox USA 2010" has been produced back in 2010 by Color Comp for Matchbox USA as part of the Model of the Month Club. The P1800 comes, as with all Model of the Month models, in a generic white window box.

The US company Color Comp is specialized in pad printing scale models for various companies. They are also offering custom decorations for stores, companies or clubs wanting to have their own merchandising products.


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Photo used with permission.
Courtesy of Charlie from mtchboxusa
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UPDATED - Volvo C30 'Disney' by Matchbox

3/7/2012

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This Volvo C30 is a Code 2 model made for Disney by Matchbox. The set was offered as Matchbox Mickey Mouse Clubhouse 5-pack back in 2011.

On the left side of the white car there’s a decal ‘Best Friend’ and a picture of Minnie Mouse.
On the right side of the car there’s a decal ‘Look at that sparkle’.
The interior and base of the model are violet.

Product number is MB711 and the scale of the model is 1:61.
The car has been made in Thailand.

The 5-car Disney gift set includes furthermore :

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_Chevrolet Corvette
Ford Mustang Convertible
1965 Austin Mini Van
Pathfinder
yellow
light blue
orange red
light green metallic
Photos used with permission.
Courtesy of Amazon65 & Norbert L.
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Volvo XC90 by Matchbox

2/4/2012

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I have found a new colour version of the Volvo XC90 by Matchbox.

This dark green metallic Volvo XC90 has a grey interior.
The model was released in 2006 as #38 of the Superfast product  line.
It is a limited edition of 15500 models.
Photos used with permission.
_Courtesy of Tim T.
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