The inspiration behind Matchbox cars came from a school rule. Leslie and Rodney Smith started their toy company, Lesney Products, shortly after World War II, and tool and die maker Jack O’Dell ...

Matchbox cars were the gateway drug for countless auto ... All of which makes this collection of vintage Matchboxes so ...

Hot Wheels and Matchbox cars fueled childhood imaginations for generations — and still do. While you can still find these at just about any store, the vintage, rare ones can be insanely valuable.