Is there some reason that stores everywhere do not have matchbox cars? A few weeks ago I found and picked up this fiat500 because I have a friend who is totally into these things. We decided to work on a diorama so we need a few more fiat 500s. I thought no problem, how rare can a matchbox fiat be..... Not only does every store I went to not have a fiat, but they hardly have any matchbox cars at all. (4) dollar generals - wiped out (2) Walmart stores - wiped out (2) king soopers stores - wiped out (1) Walgreens - they had matchbox cars but no fiatz. What gives, is there a shortage, or just a shortage here locally?
I haven't looked for them in stores around here, but now I am curious. I do see lots at car show swap meets. Last I bought was a Johnny Lightning 1971 Demon. Even yellow. It will be easier once I can walk, but I will report back.
Try some truck stops, like Flying J and Loves travel centers. I've seen a lot of diecasts for sale in these places.
I actually thought about picking these up and offering to send them to you. I still could if you’d like just say the word.
I've actually got Dale in a Mopar, turning left. They all face the other way.... darn Nascar crap. No fun....
Mattel actually bought Matchbox in the 1990's. So they are their own competition! Low inventory of all 1/64 scale around here. A few ridiculous "Star Wars" exaggerations. A couple M2 haulers and huge corporate sponsor graphics cars. Couple Auto World 64 nova wagons (kinda cool, actually). Last few weeks I picked up a Matchbox Jeep Gladiator, and speaking of exaggerations, also picked up a Johnny Lightning 73 Satellite "Zingers".
I'm kind of surprised they've kept the brands independent. Matchbox tends to focus on officially licensed products and commercial/heavy equipment. Hot Wheels tends to focus on in-house designed "hot rods" and custom graphics. (aside from the weird licensed star wars name stuff)
