Majorette First Ever: The 1964 Replica That Started It All
Quick Answer: Majorette First Ever is the 60th anniversary replica of the open-wheel racing car that launched the brand in 1964. It comes in six colour variants with starting numbers, a driver figure, free-standing rubber-tyred wheels and a retro collector’s box. Expect to pay R300–R500 for a sealed example in South Africa.
The Car That Started Majorette
When Majorette began in 1964, its first model was not a saloon or a van but a Grand Prix-style open-wheel racing car, unmistakably inspired by the early-1960s Formula 1 era — the same atmosphere as BRM’s championship-winning machines. Sixty years later the brand reissued that very casting as the centrepiece of its anniversary wave. The replica keeps the original’s proportions: a cigar-shaped body, exposed engine with paired exhaust pipes, free-standing wheels and a driver perched behind the windscreen.
It is the single most historically important Majorette release of the modern era, and the perfect companion piece to our history of Majorette diecast cars.
Six Colours, One Casting
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Casting | Open-wheel 1960s Grand Prix racer with driver figure |
| Colours | Six variants, each with its own racing number |
| Wheels | Free-standing with rubber tyres — a premium touch |
| Packaging | Retro collector’s box with 1964–2024 anniversary branding |
| Scale | Approximately 1:64, about 7.5 cm long |
The six colours give completionists a reason to buy multiples of the same casting, while the numbered variants echo how the original was sold in different colourways in the 1960s.
Why Collectors Love the First Ever
Most anniversary merchandise references a brand’s past; the First Ever literally reissues it. For SA collectors the appeal is threefold: it is a direct link to 1964, the rubber-tyred free-standing wheels are a specification Majorette reserves for its premium releases, and the retro box displays beautifully alongside Vintage Cars and the wider anniversary range. Because it is a single casting rather than a set, it is also one of the more affordable ways to own a piece of the anniversary wave.
Buying the First Ever in South Africa
The First Ever was never distributed locally, so SA buyers depend on imports and the secondary market. Sealed examples in the retro box typically ask R300–R500; loose racers without the box sell for considerably less. Given six colour variants exist, decide early whether you are collecting one example or the full set — a full sealed set of six usually commands a bundle price. As always with anniversary stock, verify the anniversary card and box before paying premium prices.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was Majorette’s first ever model?
An open-wheel Grand Prix racing car inspired by the early-1960s Formula 1 era, first sold in 1964. The First Ever release is a faithful replica of that original casting.
How many colours does the First Ever come in?
Six colour variants, each with a different starting number, all sharing the same retro collector’s box design.
Does the model have a driver?
Yes, a driver figure sits in the cockpit, and the car has free-standing rubber-tyred wheels.
Is the First Ever rare?
It is a fixed-window anniversary release rather than a true limited edition, but supply outside Europe is thin, which pushes SA prices above the original retail.
Related Guides
- History of Majorette diecast cars
- Majorette Anniversary Edition: the 60th range guide
- Majorette Vintage Cars: the retro mainline
Last reviewed: October 2026. Sources: Majorette Model Cars Wiki (Anniversary Edition First Ever), collector reports from toyscarsaddict.club, official Majorette anniversary materials.
