MATCHBOX Restoration No 9c Merryweather Marquis Fire Truck 1959

[@BulletNoseBetty]

Glad to know your wife has her toothbrush back. I've really enjoyed watching your videos. It's been an amazing trip down memory lane--I had hundreds and hundreds of Matchbox cars. Thanks for all that you do.

[@SSGTA440]

Just a great job, bringing these fine old toys back....I am 62 and I still have the majority of my die cast toys from childhood... most are actually in pretty good shape, many were really played with, but never abused..

[@davemuckeye1516]

Thank you for catering to our viewing pleasure in the spray booth...👍🏼

[@kjamison5951]

I loved the newspaper story about the ‘fake firey’ just as you were painting the fire engine... You are a card, Marty! Keep up the videos, they are beaut!

[@hamsonthehill]

I'm a 67 y/o woman. I didn't play with cars as a child and still don't but I really like watching your vids. Informative and funny. Good job.

[@TIMBEAU1962]

Dear sir, I am very impressed! I enjoyed this very much. I realize that you do not need small women hands to restore something so delicate and small as this little fire truck. Thank you for sharing.

[@nascargas]

I think you are one of my favorite restorers. For a guy who is still learning, I have learned a few things from you! No to mention your videos have a certain professional flair to them. Much better than the hand held life hack vids everyone does. Thank you for all you do!

[@passwordbosco407]

They SHOULD BE WELL PLAYED WITH. That was their purpose and the reason for your great restorations. Thanks for your videos.

[@robertlynn7332]

Brings back memories. My father was a fireman so I of course had multiples of any matchbox fire related model (I even had the firehouse). On top of that, an uncle who collected Matchbox vehicles died when I was about 3 or 4, so I picked up a whole new batch to play with when I was at my Grandmother's house.

[@colta51]

Love the fire truck headline on the news paper when painting hahaha

[@MartysMatchboxMakeovers]

Yeah , kind of like an 'Easter egg' for viewers to find. :)

[@waltersantos3190]

I wondered if anyone else picked that up... Then the first comment I see is yours 😎👍

[@colta51]

Surprised I noticed to be honest haha

[@Jean.gabriel.warren]

Vraiment du très bon travail et de passion . merci pour vos vidéos .(France) .

[@Saavik256]

I literally went and googled the article. xD

[@user-ib9hx7iu3h]

You're Matchbox Makeover Videos are smashing.. Thank you for sharing them

[@engineerauthorpilot]

This is my FAVORITE channel to watch before going to bed. Soooooo relaxing to watch. You do a great job videoing. My fear is I'll run out of videos to watch. Keep them coming.

[@johndoe-zk1yu]

I started collecting matchbox again (the ones I had when I was a kid), because of your videos.

[@lancepeek]

That turned out incredibly well! Thanks for posting, Marty.

[@treeone9335]

Thanks Marty, so much nostalgia, use of skills, a bit of humour and a great result at the end, keep em coming.

[@kadehurt8365]

I think it is so great what you do. What your basically doing is restoring childhood dreams.

[@MartysMatchboxMakeovers]

YES! - my dreams as well as others.

[@michaelaldredge-greenwell1692]

Another fantastic, masterfully restoration of a much beloved beautiful piece. Marty, it’s always a pleasure to come visit you here on your awesome channel! You’re a true master!! Please, more funny, hilarious, comedy hijinks with ❤️❤️Kevin❤️❤️!!

[@rshipley21]

I always enjoy how you look over the details in the castings. I too, have an appreciation for those details.

[@kastreya]

i was so satisfying to watch people restoring antique toys /scale models etc.

[@elizabethscruggs6834]

Love the newspaper stories in the paint booth. Clever. You do such a good job and I watch in awe. Keep the videos coming and thank you from Loganville Georgia USA

[@mgcservices7524]

Brilliant Marty, just brilliant. Since finding your videos a couple of days ago I’ve regained the enthusiasm to dive into that “fix it” box of discarded toys. I loved these as a child and remember rushing to the local papershop with my pocket money to collect the next one in the series. I love the technique for fixing the missing window pillars, something that has prevented me from fixing a lot of broken toys....not anymore. Plus, I love your method of creating new axles. THANK YOU.

[@PapiDoesIt]

Lesney had amazing detail in the castings. Thanks for the brake fluid tip, it worked for me!

[@baltzars]

masking off the silver parts before painting red would save you painting the silver. Nice hobby. Loved these toys when I was a kid.

[@richardbunn1133]

Nice work, Marty. I always enjoy your videos, thanks for posting them. It's nice to see young hands doing the sort of work I'm no longer able to do. Please keep those videos coming.

[@BadChizzle]

Having fun is the key. Great fun watching, as well! Came out great!!

[@MartysMatchboxMakeovers]

You are so right. You gotta have some fun! - glad you enjoyed it!

[@lrg8734]

Didn't think I'd enjoy this particular episode (reason: vehicle choice), but must say that it was one of your better productions! Thanks again for sharing your hobby with us.

[@hatfez]

What a beautiful little truck, well casted. Great job again, Marty!

[@valborchardt3596]

Lovely to watch Marty. Take care and be safe

[@delsmithfishing2891]

Thanks for the awesome video, the nails are the trick !!!!! I still have all my matchbox cars . I am 55 years old .

[@PetePPA]

Not only do the various matchbox toys take me back to my childhood, I'm glued to the vids they're great. The story of the toothbrush's always make me laugh too. Have a great Christmas.

[@RWSBaden]

Hi Marty, Yes, the video angles did increase our "Viewing Pleasure" 😀 What surprises me most, you can still find replacement parts for these Matchbox models. Another great restore, thank you for sharing the video. Cheers, Rich S.

[@bryanharrell6894]

Great job on restoring this old timer fire engine. Brilliant attention to detail, and wonderful craftsmanship overall.

[@MrTraindriver1970]

You nailed it! (pun intended), but “I’m having fun doing it” is exactly what a hobby should be. Great stuff mate keep ‘em coming.

[@icenesiswayons9962]

Like the fire truck, you're always coming up with something new.

[@Ogma3bandcamp]

13:05 Apt headline on the newspaper. Lovely job, Marty. Thanks.

[@58Kym]

Great work setting the scene with the newspaper!

[@sweetlou5902]

Marty you slay me! That last bit with the toothbrush was golden!

[@mushroomsamba82]

fantastic casting

[@gatorgrowl7325]

That last bit of returning the toothbrush earned you my sub. Well played, sir!!

[@Lupin3rd1980]

I love this Videos. So much tiny models, but so much dedication for details and quality.

[@leorumley8132]

Another great restoration Marty, I think these early Matchbox models are great, they have so much more detail in them than than others. I think you have got a great sense of humour as well Marty, " the next stage in the process....which I call washing". Brilliant Back to more binge watching

[@MartysMatchboxMakeovers]

Thanks Leo for the complimentary post, always welcomed!

[@adysmith3138]

Another cracking job Marty. I'm loving the videos. It's amazing how many memories such a small item can hold.

[@michaelmorris8490]

Marty , I cant believe it but as I look through the list of your videos I have almost every one of these matchbox toys. Thanks again for your great videos. MIke

[@MrSlodez]

Your window support replacements are really improving! While I don’t restore Dinkys (yet), I’m learning a lot from you. Thanks for sharing your hobby.

[@brianartillery]

Beautiful work! That's a handsome beast! I'm really enjoying your videos. I have a real soft spot for the 1960's Lesney Matchbox models - they were a huge part of my childhood, and every model you've restored so beautifully, I had, and I'm loving the nostalgia. Cheers!

[@bigcharliesmodelgarage296]

Another magic moment. Great job Marty.

[@bonnie8441]

Great work.So relaxing to watch.Thank you.

[@rolandbogush2594]

Another great video, Marty. I certainly had one of these fire engines back in the 1960s - in fact, I think I may still have it in my attic somewhere with dozens of other vintage cars from that era, including the BP vehicles you have restored! Great to see you bring them back from the grave and remind me what they looked like when new . Fascinating to watch you work - I really admire your skill and tenacity.

[@kwstasantwniou243]

Another excellent work carried out, nice to see old matchbox cars makeover!

[@crzyoldmn]

Great job. Love the finish on this one. Watching these videos has brought back alot of memories. Good stuff all around.

[@georgea3480]

thanks for the tip on making new axels. i enjoy watching your videos!

[@MartysMatchboxMakeovers]

Just had a flash back to my childhood! -"Pugh, Pugh, Barney McGrew, Cuthbert, Dibble, Grubb." - Mean anything to anyone?

[@leobluesy]

Funny how that line has stuck in my mind for yonks.... and yet I cant remember relatives names...... Great job !!

[@johnnilsson1311]

Another great resto. Great that you add humor. Really enjoy the videos keep them coming.

[@chiliswerve9457]

Your restorations are the best!

[@MartysMatchboxMakeovers]

Thank you! Most humbled by your comment!

[@ILTCC]

I love how you even saved the tires, even they get a makeover! Little things like that make all the difference (to me at least)

[@jasonrebello9898]

Love the video and the little added funnys keep up the good work

[@myavo]

The videos are well done, the work is well done (including detail stuff) and you're pleasant to listen to. As long as you're producing these, I'll be watching. Thank you Marty~

[@bigdanwess]

Your too humble Marty, your doing great… Marvelous restorations ! Cheers from Canada !

[@mustyilik]

Your videos are therapy for me 🙌🏻

[@carlpeachey484]

LOL Love the newspaper article. Very fitting

[@mc4492]

You Sir produce great videos.. Clear views of the work being performed,ample lighting and an abundance of camera angles make for an excellent slice of entertainment after a good meal and a hard day at work. Thank you for sharing and keep up the good work..

[@scottish_viking]

Ok my friend... Its so cool to find some one just as enthused about this as me.

[@Middlesbrough250]

Keep restoring Marty.

[@MartysMatchboxMakeovers]

i intend to only if you keep watching! :D

[@aazogbi]

The wife's toothbrush! Pure genious!!

[@rickzinck9326]

Very nice restoration. I like your methods of re-creating the axles & wind shield posts.

[@MartysMatchboxMakeovers]

Thanks Rick!

[@johnkelley9877]

Great restoration! Thanks for sharing this.

[@iangowers9514]

Lovely work Marty. Have immensely enjoyed watching your videos. Keep up the good work.

[@teddill4893]

Amazing work! Thank you for sharing.

[@bronzesnake7004]

What a great job Marty! And an awesome model with a lot of fine detail. My wife heard me laughing and came to see what was so funny, so I showed her the part where you were looking the primed model over and saw the hole "what the.. what"!? LOL! She says "oh great there's another one"! LOL! Take care Marty. Jack - Canada

[@MartysMatchboxMakeovers]

Great to hear from a Canadian! - Glad you are getting some enjoyment from my videos! - More to come soon!

[@malcy34]

That little tiny clip at the end...genius.....

[@MartysMatchboxMakeovers]

I try to keep it different!

[@Peckwesterlo1]

Nice nice nice, love watching your resto's

[@noed.martinez9358]

Awesome restoration It only gets better

[@stewiegriffin5075]

Good one Marty

[@radionutio81ij79]

Yet another great restoration for a first attempt at this model you have done a 100% job it looks absolutely fantastic, thanks for the time you have taken compiling these videos informative and enjoyable to watch.

[@inkslinger6156]

You don’t give yourself enough credit. I like it. U did a great job. I built a Tamiya 1/14 scale semi and every one I learn something new. But my favorite is the first one I built and I play with it the most. It always gets the best parts and electronics. But I own 4 but I like it the best. I’m sure u will feel the same after awhile.

[@someirishfella1704]

Love the new videos coming more often thank you

[@MartysMatchboxMakeovers]

i will try my best.

[@Jean.gabriel.warren]

Très beau travail de restauration et de passion . merci pour vos vidéos .(France).

[@mustangbob51]

you must be some sort of sadist working that hard to get this in that good of shape. bravo. excellent work. you define the phrase "silk purse out of a sow's ear.

[@MartysMatchboxMakeovers]

thankyou!

[@SilverCymbal]

Love your videos, amazing work and camera work too - really inspires my channel!

[@russellcampbell9641]

Another great rebuild Marty!!!

[@MartysMatchboxMakeovers]

Thanks Russell always appreciate positive feedback!

[@minutemark]

Good choice of news print containing "Firey" and "Truck" prominently.

[@MartysMatchboxMakeovers]

Yey! - you spotted it well done! ;)

[@minutemark]

@@MartysMatchboxMakeovers Fun build! Well done!

[@nigelbranthwaite8471]

Also another fantastic job done

[@HWSProject]

Thank you for these videos Marty!

[@KollectingKaos]

Happy to see you wearing some sort of gloves when using the paint stripper! Another wonderful restoration.

[@ovidiuschley3346]

Great Firetruck restoration !

[@Spitsz01]

That "Fake firey" on the newspaper is a nice touch, LOL. The baking soda/superglue combo is a great trick btw, thanks for that. Cheers mate!

[@MartysMatchboxMakeovers]

No worries!

[@rcXmartin]

The four circles at the top rear represent the hard suction hoses which join together so the pump can draw water from a river or open source. They connect to the middle of the five lower circles, that being the pump suction, the four smaller circles either side are the pump discharges. Great restoration BTW! Keep up the good work!

[@kaylajason8917]

Would love to see your collection of restored matchbox’s all completed and displayed, great work and love the videos

[@qlimaxbass5022]

Marty it was a pleasure

[@YasmaniMendozaMR]

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[@YouPianoTube]

Well done, it looks great.

[@elsdp-4560]

THANK YOU...for sharing.

[@MartysMatchboxMakeovers]

You are most welcome! - thank you for viewing!

[@morbidmg]

Fantastic work! I am amazed at the quality of such an old casting with the detail and condition of the metal.

[@donmoore7785]

This is a beauty! Very nice and thanks for posting as always.

[@Chrisb8s]

Beautiful. Well done !

[@MartysMatchboxMakeovers]

thanks Chris!

[@MartysMatchboxMakeovers]

thanks Chris.

[@joeayala4812]

despite your many imperfections mr. Marty you're still perfect great work young man keep it up.

[@jameshall4385]

What she doesn't know, won't get you killed while you sleep. Looks great.

[@valandilelfstone]

" points of ref the klaxon molding is a siren, the bell on UK ladder pumps were manual operation rung by the front passenger when needed, on the back of he pump where you have the pump outlets, the top 4 round details are lengths of stored suction hose, I so love the restorations

[@ricothewestie6963]

Hello Marty! I just wanted to tell you, that I really enjoy your videos! Great camera work, narration and your sense of humor! Beside all that, they are very relaxing and helping me to find some peace of mind after stressful day. Thank you! Keep up the good work Marty!!

[@MartysMatchboxMakeovers]

So pleased to hear that you are enjoying the videos!

[@MrChief101]

I don't know why I find these all so soothing. But I do! The starboard horizontal detail on the cab roof is the siren, the other side vertical detail is of course, the rotating beacon. A modeling tip I can pass along is for the mating of the "split pin" new window framing. Here in America, there's varieties of stuff called Evercoat putties and glazes-- all made for fiberglass or metal repairs and such -- in automobiles and boats, etc. The tough stuff is Evercoat Metalglaze. I have no idea what it might be called down under-- but I guarantee there's something just like it. it's not exactly cheap, but as it is a two part system, I recommend keeping the two parts separate when storing. It cures very quickly -- so quickly, I recommend not believing the product statements as to "working time" and rush like hell -- but it sands and feathers out beautifully. I believe it is much stronger than the modeling putty you use. I don't know if you've ever had a putty joint fail in those positions, but this will add greater strength and security. Also, it can be sculpted, sanded and drilled and tapped (just in case!). Another borrowed from the automobile body-repair industry, is the use of fine vinyl masking tape. So thin and flexible, it goes around very curvy shapes. This may help keep the hand-painted line sharp around details like the front grill here. Hope these help.