Antique Toy World

Author: Admin

  • Matrix Scale Models in Australia

    Antique Toy World has been providing collectors with access to Matrix Scale Models in Australia for over 5 years. Australian and New Zealand collectors are now able to purchase and pre-order directly from our new website.

    Matrix Scale Models are 1:43 fine scale resin models in very limited editions, generally of less than 400 world-wide.

    Based on rare proto-types, the Matrix Scale Model series offer collectors some of the rarest motor vehicle models ever made.

    Matrix MXR50101-011 AC A98 Coupe Green 1964
    Matrix MXR50101-011 AC A98 Coupe Green 1964
    Matrix MX20302-321 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu Classic Landau Coupe 1974
    Matrix MX20302-321 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu Classic Landau Coupe 1974

    We also carry a range of factory sold-out models which are listed on the website.

    Pre-orders are being accepted for May and June 2020 releases. Delivery estimate will be July 2020, assuming that the factory is on schedule.

    Shop for Matrix Scale Models.

  • Repair Old Toys

    Are you looking for someone to repair old toys?

    Unfortunately we have had to suspend our toy repair services. Please review this updated post www.antiquetoyworld.com.au/suspending-toy-repair-services

    Antique Toy World is associated with RecoverToy a business that has been specialising in spares and repairs for old toys since 1999.

    Diecast car restoration and parts, clockwork and battery powered items, dolls, trains, boats and planes. Not everything can be repaired, but RecoverToy will provide you with the best possible solution.

    Based in Croydon, Victoria, Australia, RecoverToy can assess and provide an estimate to repair old toys.

  • Help to Remove a Model Train Layout

    Need Help to Remove a Model Train Layout?

    Do have a train layout or set that needs removal ? If you train set is too big, too old, or too hard, we can help.

    Antique Toy World provides a service to dismantle model train layouts and remove them from your site. We buy rolling stock, locomotives, engines, scenery, buildings, track, books, and most model train associated items.

    Any scale, any brand, any age, any condition.

    We are based in Melbourne, but we are able to come to you across Australia, depending on location, what is needed, and how urgent the requirement.

    Call 1300 936 762 or message us now to discuss the removal of your model train layout.

  • Where is the old site?

    One of two common queries is ‘Where is the old site?’ and the answer is that it is hidden as it is broken.

    We will hopefully extract the old photos at some time, but we are focused on getting new listings into the new site.

    The other common question relates to the old site and was an item sold or still available? For many months we had issues with trying to update the old the site to flag sold items.

    In the end it is easier for us to drop the old site (not working in any case) and start with a fresh look at our stock.

    All the current items listed as 1 in stock, is accurate and available right now for purchase. If it is sold it is out of stock and hidden from view automatically. We might configure the system to allow for an archive of sold items, but not yet.

    Stay home and Stay safe!

  • Impact of Coronavirus COVID-19 for Antique Toy World

    As with most people and businesses globally there is the Impact of Coronavirus COVID-19 for Antique Toy World.

    Currently all 3 of our market locations are closed until further notice.

    We are still posting Australian and International parcels where possible.

    Australia Post are not accepting parcels for some countries as they are unable to book flights to those countries.

    As an example we know from experience that parcels sent to Spain in February are still sitting in Spanish customs at Madrid (last checked April 8th 2020).

    Where-ever you live, if you have any concern about a delivery, please use Contact Us form to send an email. We will try to help, even if that is just to put an item on hold for you until things return to whatever will be normal in the future.

    Stay safe !

  • New Website for Antique Toy World

    Finally, we have deployed the new site. It is still a construction zone, but the old site was dying and a recent server patch messed the old site up. It was a faithful site for almost 15 years, but it has now retired.

    As we progress over the next few weeks, our main goal is more stock listings, and basic functions. The site design is basic, very basic. We might improve that in time, but we think the toys will speak for themselves.

    If there is something specific you are chasing please use the Contact Us form and we will be in touch asap.

  • Hello world!

    Welcome to Antique Toy World.

    This is my first blog post in the new site. It has taken a year to get to this stage.

    We bought Antique Toy World from Peter back in April 2019 and while the plan was to migrate the website immediately a lot of other stuff has happened in the interim.

    And the biggest is the impact of this global virus shock!

    Watch for more activity as we work through this new site and get more toys and childrens pastimes listed for your enjoyment.