Corgi Models

Corgi   Models

Corgi   Models

Corgi toys, launched by Mettoy in 1956 to rival Dinky’s domination of the Tory car market, they had an extra touch of refinement that has won them a loyal fan base.

Tiny working parts, combined with a law price, made them a winning formula. .

Corgi   Models

Corgi produced vehicles with clear plastic windows and a new system called glidamatic spring suspension, bonnets and boots actually opened, and the vehicles for the first time had jewelled headlights.

Details that were captivating to young children as well as adults all over the world.

By the end of the 1960s, corgi were exporting their toys to more than  150 countries.

In collecting terms the 1960s currently has an edge over existing later decades.

Corgi   Models

The key factor is a vehicles rarity, as some were only produced in six months runs.

A standard corgi in mint condition still in its box, can fetch $30 and $85.

Boxes add as much as 40% to the value, but like the diecast toys, the boxes condition affects his value.

In general, prices have levelled off in recent years, no one should expect to make a quick profit in this field of collectibles 

But the good news is that many corgis models can be bought from as little as few dollars.

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Corgi   Models

In later years corgi launched a new range called corgi Classics, launched to celebrate Mettoys 30^th anniversary in 1964, and corgi toys were awarded the Queens award to industry.

But after a warehouse fire in 1969, which destroyed stocks and upset the distribution system many retailers turned to Dinky.

In 1983 the receivers were called in, but the company was reformed as corgi toys Ltd in early 1984.

In collecting circles corgi has traditionally been overshadowed by Dinky.

During the 1980s and 1990s even Matchbox eclipsed corgi toys in popularity.

But the balance is now shifting partly because people who loved their toys as children of the 1960s have now become adults, with cash to spend.

Where corgi had the edge over Dinky was with its TV and film related toys.

This is another reason why Corgis popularity continues today as collectibles.

The the prices of the vehicles before reflect current markets in 2013.

Corgi   Models

1968 to 72 Chipperfield Circus Scammell with matching trailer boxed $200-$300.

1966 to 69 revenges gift set boxed good condition $250-$350.

1968 to 76 James Bond Aston Martin DB five silver boxed good condition $380-$500.

1966 to 67 Batmobile with Batman and Robin model 267 $2-$300.

1969 to 72 pop iPad wagon model 802 in excellent condition with box $75-$95.

Corgi   Models

1961 to 71 BMC mini Cooper Mint and boxed model number 339 $50-$70.

1966 to 69 Ford Consul Cortina superstate model number 440 mint boxed  $140 to $200..

Please remember the prices are just an average of what I have seen the above vehicles sell for and you may get more, or possibly less.

Collectors top tips.

 Two fetch the highest prices, within the toys range models  should  come with their boxes and both should be in mint condition.

Corgi   Models

Look out for rare variations, and  body colour ,, wheel hubs & seats, as these increase the value.

Avoid unattractive cars, such as the marlin fastback, as they are unlikely to raise in price.

Keep abreast of new corgi releases if you are collecting from present-day models and by only limed editions   

I hope you have found this page on Corgi  Models to be both informative and helpful.

Happy hunting from the collectibles coach.