Description
Lesney Matchbox No. 25 Volkswagen Beetle
What it is
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Model: Matchbox Lesney No. 25 Volkswagen Beetle — an early regular-wheels die-cast toy from the famous UK Matchbox 1–75 series produced by Lesney Products in the 1960s.
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Casting ID: Often listed as 25b Volkswagen 1200 Beetle in collector guides
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Origin: Made in England and initially marketed under the vintage Lesney/Moko branding.
Key Details
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Era & Style: Early Matchbox models were designed to fit inside a small box — hence the brand name — and featured simple die-cast metal bodies with grey plastic wheels on many early Beetle versions.
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Baseplate Variations: Some versions can have variations like a misspelt “VOLKSWAGON” on the baseplate — which can intrigue collectors
