1953 Matchbox No.1 Diesel Road Roller: Collector Spotlight & SA Price Guide The 1953 Matchbox No.1 Diesel Road Roller by Matchbox is the very first Matchbox — where the 1-75 began — and South African collectors have good reason to care. Here is the story, the value in rand, and how to find one. Why the 1953 Matchbox No.1 Diesel Road Roller Matters Some models are just shelf filler; the 1953 Matchbox No.1 Diesel Road Roller is the very first Matchbox — where the 1-75 began. Matchbox got something special right here, and the collector market noticed. Whether you chase it carded, loose or in every recolor, this is a…