5/2/20 Matchbox Collectibles Coca-Cola 1998 Ford Expedition

I always had an interest for the Expedition when it came out in 1999 that I also looked into other versions such as the Premiere edition First Shots set in blue and raw metal and of course the Avon 2-pack, but this version was a questionable release for me as to why I got this one back then.  It shares the same yellow as the 1999 1-100 release Coca-Cola badges and polar bears that look appropriate to the brand does not have the classy appeal as in other models, and then there’s use of chrome wheels that looks rather odd for this casting even though it does have rubber tires.  Still, you do get a more detailed front grille and the rear ribbed taillights also get a touch of red, though the interior does not offer any additional details and that huge pumpkin for the front differential on the base still impacts the way the suspension works on this SUV.  The Expedition SUV has some nice detail potential, but was ruined by a questionable and overly done deco.

1998 Ford Expedition Specifications: 

• Engine: 5.4L SOHC V8 280 hp.
• Transmission: 4-speed automatic
• 0-60 mph: 9.0 sec. est.
• Real vehicle price: $35,000 est. 2000

Rating:  4 out of 5 stars