[Wilyumm]

I have a few Element models.
My SOP Ebbro is the USA model

 

[vfxraven19]

I have a few Element models.
My SOP Ebbro is the USA model

Nice collection, Wilyumm!!!

 

[truckinbeagles]

I'm something of a small diecast enthusiast, I only have about 1500 in my garage I have mostly Hot Wheels and Matchbox, but I also have other interesting diecast thrown in too.

AFAIK, the E was released 3 times by Matchbox. Twice in the basic line, as #36 SOP in 2003 (I have this one) and as #47 NBP in 2005. I didn't get the NBP one because I usually try to only get first runs and at the time I wasn't interested in owning the real E (what was I thinking?). Its possible that some places like drug stores which don't turn over their toy stock as often, might have some 2005 Mbx floating around, I've seen older stock of MBx and HW in places like that from time to time. The MBx E could very likely pop up again in the basic line, in fact the Scion xB model (based on the previous gen) has appeared recently.

The E model was also released in the more premium Superfast line as #44 in 2004. The SF line was a take on the original SF Matchboxes from the 70s and came with a collector box. The interesting thing is that it initially came in a metallic dark green with cream colored fenders and was quickly changed to grey fenders, speculation was that Honda asked them to change it: http://www.toynutz.com/Matchbox2004Superfast.html

I would really love to get the Tomica one, but they haven't sold Tomicas from Japan in the US since the early 80s (as Pocket Cars). I know I could probably get it off Ebay, but thus far my collection has been built mostly thru local shopping and toy shows.

BTW, that's a nice collection you have there, Wilyumm.

 

[vfxraven19]

I'm something of a small diecast enthusiast, I only have about 1500 in my garage I have mostly Hot Wheels and Matchbox, but I also have other interesting diecast thrown in too.

AFAIK, the E was released 3 times by Matchbox. Twice in the basic line, as #36 SOP in 2003 (I have this one) and as #47 NBP in 2005. I didn't get the NBP one because I usually try to only get first runs and at the time I wasn't interested in owning the real E (what was I thinking?). Its possible that some places like drug stores which don't turn over their toy stock as often, might have some 2005 Mbx floating around, I've seen older stock of MBx and HW in places like that from time to time. The MBx E could very likely pop up again in the basic line, in fact the Scion xB model (based on the previous gen) has appeared recently.

The E model was also released in the more premium Superfast line as #44 in 2004. The SF line was a take on the original SF Matchboxes from the 70s and came with a collector box. The interesting thing is that it initially came in a metallic dark green with cream colored fenders and was quickly changed to grey fenders, speculation was that Honda asked them to change it: http://www.toynutz.com/Matchbox2004Superfast.html

I would really love to get the Tomica one, but they haven't sold Tomicas from Japan in the US since the early 80s (as Pocket Cars). I know I could probably get it off Ebay, but thus far my collection has been built mostly thru local shopping and toy shows.

BTW, that's a nice collection you have there, Wilyumm.

Tomica's can be found at Super Autobacs here in SoCal or through toy car vendors at the Frank and Sons Collectible Show, also in SoCal.

 

[missmturner]

I know this is an old post, but I only just now found out that diecast models of the E exist(ed) and I'm trying to track one down for a Christmas gift for my husband.

Here's my thread and plea: https://www.elementownersclub.com/forums/showthread.php?p=1677033

Thanks for anyone who has leads or is willing to sell theirs!

 

[desinia]

I just popped over to Amazon and saw what those little toys are selling for. WOW!

 

[EZ hauler]

The obvious question for me is get him another Honda Element. If one has the patience and time there are still many great used Elements on the market... I should know I bought two. Best of luck on that Christmas present.