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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 XC90 by Matchbox 3-car pack

8/10/2016

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I came across this older Matchbox MBX Metal set featuring a Volvo XC90 and two other cars. It is not yet listed in the database. This 3-car set dates back to 2006. The three 3-inch diecast models are from top to bottom:
  • MB528 - Police car - black with white doors - made in Thailand
  • MB666 - Hummer H3 - metalflake silver - 1:64 - made in Thailand
  • MB674 - Volvo XC90 - metalflake red - 1:64 - made in Thailand
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Volvo 760 by Edocar

7/31/2016

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I have acquired earlier this year a 3-inch model of the Volvo 760. This diecast model has been distributed by Edocar. This prompted me to search for further info's regarding this brand.
I have translated the following text. I found the original article written in German on Wikiwand:

The label Edocar belonged to the Dutch companies “Edor Benelux NL BV” and “Fred Beherr BV”. This labeled offered scale models and toys between 1986 and 2007.

Edocar had obtained licenses from the May Cheong Group as well as from Yat Ming Industrial Factory Limited. These licenses allowed Edor to produce and sell Maisto and Yat Ming scale models in Europe. Eder had been founded back in 1950 and was until 1985 a distributor of Matchbox models from the Lesney Products & Co. Ltd. Edocar offered mostly 1:64 scale models made out of diecast which were produced in China. Edocar added later also models from Hartoy, Real Toy, Tiger Wheels and Golden Wheels to their product line.

The very first model range called “Mini” (EM) featured 50 different 1:64 scale models. The second line was called “EA” and consisted of eight different 1:43 old-timer (prewar) models. The EM-range had been enlarged in 1988 by adding new color versions. The year 1990 saw an even bigger increase of new color versions for the various models. The first own catalog was printed in 1992 which presented the complete range of available models. 1992 was also the year which saw the introduction of the “AK” range which consisted of specific 2CV (Citroen 2CV) models of the Dutch cartoon TV series Alfred Jodocus Kwak. Another product was a range of play streets called “Poldertown”.

“Alarm” was another product range featuring six different scale models which featured sirens and blue lights. The “Super-Wheels” (EB) range consisted of six cars with friction motors. And there was also the “EC” range which offered models that changed their color when put into cold or warm water. 1991 saw also a new range of models and figurines inspired by the comic series “The Flintstones”.

The following product ranges existed in 1990:
  • Edocar-Mini, EM
  • Edocar-Ancient, EA
  • Edocar-Color, EC
  • Edocar-, EB
  • Alfred-Kwak, AK
  • Alarm-Serie, AS
  • Trailer-Pack, TP
  • Super-Trailer, ST
  • Gift-Set, GS
  • Vehicle-Collection, VC
  • Accessories, AC
  • Coca-Cola, CC and CM
Edocars best known scale models are probably the ones decorated for Coca-Cola. The licenses from Hartoy allowed to distribute models in the Coco-Cola colors and featuring the Coca-Cola logos. 1995 saw the introduction of the Baja Bug Beetle (CJ 1 Buggy) which played the song “Always Coca-Cola”. This model was also delivered with the corresponding texts and notes of the song.

The VW Shirocco I was offered as a 1:64 Yat Ming scale model made in China. Yet Ming offered at the same moment the same model except that it was still made in Hong Kong. Later on only the Edocar version (made in China) was available. There has also been a model of the Austin Mini from the EA range which was not made in the usual scale of 1:64 but in 1:55.

Some colors were exclusively reserved for the Edocar brand like for instance the Ferrari Daytona which was offered in white by Edocar.

The various product ranges were renamed in 1999. The were now called: Travel, Engine, Farm, Music and Super.

Only one model car is known that has been developed and manufactured by Edocar. It is a 1:64 Lancia Rally 037. Edocar offered their product back in 1999 in thirteen European countries as well as in Singapur and Hong Kong. "Edor Benelux NL BV" went 2007 bankrupt and manufacturing was stopped as well. The Hong Kong based company Loyal Bright Ltd. marketed for a short period end of 2007 a range of Edocar models.


Edocar catalog:
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click on picture to download scan of complete catalog
Further reading:
  • planetdiecast.com/edocar-maisto-goes-dutch
  • euipo.europa.eu/eSearch/#details/trademarks/000413138
  • minivolvo.lu/new-old-models-found/volvo-760-by-maisto
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Volvo 760 by Zee toys / Zylmex for Columbus

7/30/2016

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I was able to buy this 3-inch model of a Volvo 760. This diecast model is packed in a blister on cardboard wearing the name 'Columbus - Metall Sportauto'. The Volvo 760 is painted anthracite metallic and features a white/pale cream interior. This set has been distributed by the German wholesaler Rewe Zentral AG. The model has been offered under item number 5835. The EAN barcode is 4388840558353. This 3-inch diecast model has been produce by Zee Toys / Zylmex.
  • Quote from a post found on the website hobbydb.com:
Zee Toys / Zylmex

Also called Zylmex and made by Zyll Enterprises, these are usually three inch diecast vehicles with some larger plastic vehicles.

Zyll Enterprise Ltd. went out of business in March 1996 and sold their dies and trademarks to a firm in Hong Kong in 1997. Intex was the only importer of Zee Toys to the US until 1993, thereafter Motormax sold some some models.  Edocar and Sears produced a set of Pacesetters called "Roadmates".
Zee Toys, Inc. offered Zylmex products in the United States until the early 1990s. Both Zylmex and Zee Toys are synonymous. Zee Toys appears to be the name used by the North American offices for this firm. Zylmex is a registered trade-mark of Zyll Enterprises, which appears to be the Hong Kong manufacturer. Zee Toys began in the late 1960s and was established in Los Angeles.
By the mid-1970s, the company was based in Gardena, California and a few years later, relocated to Long Beach, California. The early models issued were equipped with solid disk tires reminiscent of the Schuco "Modell" series. These were sometimes available in a picturebox.
Miniatures were issued in different series which were made evident by a number indicated on each baseplate.A letter was used as a prefix for model numbers including "D", "P", and "T". Various cars in the late 1960s by famous designers like Barris, Tom Daniel, etc. were identified with the Zylmex brand to compete with Hot Wheels. The early "Dyna-Mites" Fl racers, that are "Penny" (Polistil) knock-offs, were offered under the names "Texaco Scorchers", "Flitzer", "Diecast Metal Cars", etc.
There were also plastic commercial trucks that incorporated the "Zee" name on the front grill. It appears these were the first examples to use this name. Many castings eventually issued had the Zee Toys logo on the baseplate.
During the 1970s, Zee Toys issued models titled "Windracers", "Mini Macks", "The Competitors", "Rough Riders", "Super Vans", "Dynawheels", "Highway Patrol", and "M.A.S.H.". "Fast Wheel" was an assortment of twelve simple castings. The package identifies Zylmex and manufacturing by Zyll Enterprises. The castings have no window glazing or interiors. The brackets for the axles connect to the underside of the roof. Playart also issued this identical set.
During this same time period, "Krazee Wheels" as stated on the baseplate, sported very large exaggerated wheels. In 1971, these had rubber tires and later became plastic. The blistercard states, "Designed by George Barris of Hollywood". They were later called "Crazy Wheels" and dropped the Barris name.
In about 1981, Intex Recreation Corporation, also of Long Beach, became the distributor of Zee Toys in the United States. At that time the Intex name was added on the packaging. In the 1980s, they continued with "Dynawheels", "Victory Circle", "Wild Cars", and "Pacesetters". Pullback cars were included in a separate series in the 1980s. "Gas Blasters" were cars accompanied with a key. Canadian and European markets offered "Dart Wheels" in lieu of "Dynawheels". They were sold in blistercard and windowbox packages. Also during the 1980s another brand of diecast named MC Toy were issued as "Dynawheels" and "Pacesetters" along with Zee Toys/Zylmex counterparts under the Intex umbrella. These were offered in singles as well as a 50 car set. MC Toy castings were also available with light and sound functions and color changers. Eventually, the relationship between Intex and MC Toy ended. The MC Toy castings became known as Maisto. Zee Toys/Zylmex castings were also offered as Sears "Road Mates" and Toys 'R' Us "Fast Lane". P.K. Douglass of Canada offered "Dart Wheels", the name used for marketing in Europe as well. In the early 1990s, Zyll Enterprises Ltd. of Hong Kong replaced Intex as the American distributor and continued to market and produce Zylmex/Zee Toys. Their North American offices were located to Santa Ana, California.
In about 1995, Red Box Toy Factory Ltd. became the owner of Zylmex and subsequently continued to offer the various series from offices in Ontario, California. Two of the assorted series were the military themed "Action-Masters" and "Dyna-Trucks Trailer Set". The former included an assortment of HO scale tanks. Later, Red Box introduced a new name for diecast. Motor Max became the brand name and utilized some of the old Zylmex castings in addition to adding many new models.
Further reading:
  • zylmex.com
  • zylmex.com/sitemap
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Volvo 760 by Giodi

4/24/2014

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This set featuring a Volvo 760 was sold last weekend on a well known auction site. The price was 17.76 € for the set. The 3-car set features a Cadillac, a Rover SD1 and a Volvo 760. This set contains not only those 3'' car models but also a couple of street signs with stands. The whole set of pieces is fixed properly in a blister on cardboard. This set was made in Italy by Giodi.

There existed at least one other similar set featuring a
Cadillac, a Rover SD1 and a Renault 20. This set was sold the same day for 18.89 €.

This Volvo 760 existed as single car in the following colors :
gray, blue metallic and red.

You may know the brand Giodo from the models in the Ü-eggs. A Volvo 760 as well as a Volvo 245 were available in several colors in the Ü-eggs around 1987. Here is a website which shows many of these models www.ue-ei-portal-sammlerkatalog.de  

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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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UPDATED - Volvo 760 by Summer

2/8/2014

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I was able to buy last month two Volvo 760 scale models from a company called Summer. Both 3'' models are mint but don't have any longer their original box/blister. I knew for many years that Summer did the Volvo 164 and the Volvo 760 in various different liveries. But this was my first opportunity to buy mint models for a fair price. They are far away from being exact to scale replicas but they were missing in my small collection of 3'' Volvo 760 scale models. And these two models were also two versions I had never seen before.
Both models are with the exception of the paint perfectly identical : the bodies consist of diecast and the bottom-plate is a chromed and shiny piece of plastic. The front seats are part of the bottom-plate. There are no rear seats. The glazing covers just the windshield and the rear window. These Volvo's have no opening parts. The only working parts are the plastic wheels fixed on a piece of steel wire. Both models have wheels with four dots. Another usual wheel type had five dots. But a few other variations seem to exist too. Made in China is written on the bottom-plates. The silver-gray colored model has the number 8 stamped in the interior on the bottom-plate. The blue one has the number 6 stamped in the interior on the bottom-plate.
Both models have a pretty clean and proper paint. Both cars feature a geometric design on their hoods. The number 1 is always written in light blue on the top of the hood and you will find beneath four adjacent circles.
I had already listed four other versions in my database. But I was able to find a couple more versions. These are :
  • a yellow model with a geometric design on the hood, the number 1 is written in light blue on the top of the hood and you will find beneath four adjacent circles
  • a yellow model with '87' written in red on the roof, with 'DT' written in red on on the hood, with blackened windows and black seats
  • a green model with 'safety' marked in red on yellow on the hood, with a red number '1' written on the roof, with black seats, with 5-star type wheels
  • a lime-green model with 'B0' written in diagonal on the hood and the roof
  • an orange-red model with 'safety' marked in red on yellow on the hood, with a red number '1' written on the roof ( sorry but no photo available )
  • a black model with 'safety' marked on the hood ( sorry but no photo available )
  • a plain silver version with the chromed bottom-plate and with 5-star type wheels ( as just seen on eBay )

Just let me know if you have eventually other versions in your collection.

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Volvo 244DL by Fastwheel / Yatming

8/24/2013

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I have found Volvo 244DL which has been made by Yatming. The 3'' diecast model has been marketed under the label Fastwheel. The model is packed in a blister on cardboard allowing to show the working front side doors in their open position. Unfortunately the driver door did not want to open even after some violent shaking. The Volvo 244DL is the usual and rather moderately detailed model normally offered by Yatming. The orange painted car features a flesh colored interior. The body and the baseplate are made of of diecast. The item number is No. 1058. I do not know if the car has been sold in other paint schemes together with this packaging. Playart produced this Volvo 244DL in many different colors but without opening doors prior to Yatming. Click here for more infos.
The backside of the cardboard features a list of 13 available models together with their item umber :
  • No. 1051   Rolls Royce
  • No. 1052   Lincoln Mark IV
  • No. 1053   Cadillac Fleetwood
  • No. 1054   Dodge Coronet Custom
  • No. 1055   Toyota Crown
  • No. 1056   Dodge
  • No. 1057   Plymouth

  • No. 1058   Volvo 244DL
  • No. 1059   Lamborghini Jota
  • No. 1060   Pontiac Trans-Am
  • No. 1061   Mercedes 450 SEL
  • No. 1062   Datsun 280-Z
  • No. 1063   Citroen
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UPDATED - Volvo 245 by Kiko - Majorette - Manaus made

6/26/2013

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This seems to be a rather rare model of a Volvo 245. This one has been made in Brazil by a company called Kiko. They used the Majorette molds for the production of this Volvo. This mens that this 3'' scale model is in fact exactly the same as the ones offered by Majorette. There are however small differences which do not concern the model in itself.
They are :
  • typical Kiko blister with white cardboard base
  • painted body with unusual white bottom-plate
  • a small plastic pin placed in the two bottom holes and wearing the logo 'FAB ZF MANAUS' : the goal was to hide the 'made in France' logo
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Photos used  with permission.

This model has been sold today on eBay for 114.36 € ( 149.53 $ ).


Quote from an Wikipedia article :
Production in Brazil

In the late 1970s to early 1980s, the Brazilian toy firms of Inbrima and Kiko manufactured Majorette models under license. By producing locally, Majorette benefited by avoiding duties on imported French models. Brazil had established the Free Economic Zone of Manaus (in Portuguese, Zona Franca de Manaus) to boost regional development in the Amazon.

Inbrima models had a "black label" attached to the base identifying the place of manufacture, while the majority of models had the later "FAB ZF MANAUS” white plastic tab affixed to the base, indicating that the models had been made in that city.

Around the same period, Mr. A. Kikoler and his toy brand name Kiko also reached an agreement with Majorette to produce approximately 15 Majorette models in Brazil (at a factory in Rio de Janerio), again, as with Inbrima, with local color schemes and liveries unique to Brazil. Kiko models included the Datsun 240Z, the VW T2, Citroen Dyane, and the Renault 4. On the bases, ‘Kiko Majorette’ was cast over the original Majorette name, with ‘made in Brazil’ in Portuguese.
Source & copyright : en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Majorette
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Volvo 760 and car wash by KidWorks

4/24/2013

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I was not able to find out much about this set. It contains two 3'' inch cars and a car wash station. The special thing about it is that both cars change their color depending on the temperature of the water. The cars are a Volvo 760 GLE and a BMW M1. Both diecast models have a plastic base and were made in China by M.C.Toy. The Volvo is violet and turns to light blue once washed with warm water. And the BMW M1 switches from a dark grayish-green to beige. I will let the photos tell the story. But I can assure you that my nephews had much fun when they first tried it out.

Volvo 760 GLE  &  BMW M1

The differences of colors

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Volvo P1800 in Corgi gift set #20

4/13/2013

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Corgi has offered many different gift sets. A very few featured Volvo models. Here is in fact the second set I have found so far with a Volvo P1800. The Corgi gift set # 20 contains a Scammell Handyman tri-deck car transporter and six different cars. All the cars have Whizzwheels. The truck is painted in a nice blue over white over orange color scheme. Every wheel of the truck and the trailer have detailed cast hubs.

The gift set includes a Scammell Cab car transporter and the following six cars :
-  Marcos 3 Litre
-  Lancia Fulvia
-  Ford Capri 3 Litre
-  Volvo P1800 N°201 'The Saint's'
-  MGC GT
-  Pontiac Firebird convertible

pearlescent white
orange
red
white
red
silver
red interior
black interior
black interior
orange interior
black interior
red interior
with gray roof
with black bonnet
with black bonnet
with driver figure & red bonnet decal

with black bonnet
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Photo used with permission.


Courtesy of vectis.co.uk
This hard to find Corgi GS20 car transporter gift set was sold for :
  • 220 £ ( 257 € / 338 $ ) in February 2013 by Vectis
  • 415 $ ( 270 £ / 316 € ) in October 2011 on eBay
But please be sure to take care when you intend to buy one of these sets. The Corgi gift set # 20 exists also with other scale models. The truck remains the same but there is not always a Volvo in it.

Click here to see the similar Corgi gift set # 40.
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