Matchbox 33a; Ford Zodiac

The Zodiac based on the Ford Zodiac MkII was one of the 'three Graces' alongside the Consul and the Zephyr. Big, luxurious Fords, giving the 'Never had it so good' post-war British a taste of US motoring.

The Matchbox Zodiac saloon was released in 1957. There are a lot of colours and variations to look out for over its life in the range until it was replaced in 1963. Most of them are in variations of blue, green and teal or in two-tone silver over orange, some of these have windows, Wheels can be metal or plastic in grey or silver.

Some variations are very hard to find and worth serious cash. Look out for teal blue with metal wheels, blue with any sort of wheels, or dark blue with metal wheels. This is a model in demand and in short supply so most of the variations will have a decent value.