Released in 1996 to celebrate the 40th Anniversary of the Models of Yesteryear range; this set consist of 8 previously released casting in new and specially detailed liveries.
Each model came with a small brass tag depicting the 40th Anniversary logo and a certificate with a copy of Lesley Smiths signature on it.
The set was only available to the registered members of the Matchbox Collectibles group and selected museums for an initial purchase price of £14.50 + £1.95 for postage per model.
| YMS01 | Y01-2 : 1911 Ford Model T |  |
| YMS02 | Y02-3 : 1914 Prince Henry Vauxhall | |
| YMS03 | Y03-2 : 1910 Benz Limousine | |
| YMS04 | Y04-3 : 1909 Opel Coupe | |
| YMS05 | Y09-2 : 1912 Simplex | |
| YMS06 | Y11-2 : 1912 Packard Landaulet | |
| YMS07 | Y13-2 : 1911 Daimler Type A12 | |
| YMS08 | Y14-2 : 1911 Maxwell Roadster |
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