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Scottish Sun
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
The 9 ‘legendary' McDonald's Happy Meal toys that everyone had in 80s & 90s which could now make you a small fortune
The Happy Meal has been with us for nearly 50 years TOY JOY The 9 'legendary' McDonald's Happy Meal toys that everyone had in 80s & 90s which could now make you a small fortune Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) There's something about a McDonald's Happy Meal that turns us all into big kids, no matter what age we are. And they have contained some amazing toys over the years including their exciting collabs that keep on launching – like Toy Story and Minecraft. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 There's something about a McDonald's Happy Meal that turns us all into big kids, no matter what age we are Credit: Getty The Happy Meal The McDonald's Happy Meal has been around since 1979 and a small toy or book is included with the food. Both of which are usually contained in a red cardboard box with a yellow smiley face and the McDonald's logo. The first toys included a McDonald's themed stencil, a wallet and a spinning top. However, as the years flew past, the toys got more sought after as they tied in with the latest craze or new film release. Hungry youngsters were likely to find action figures, toy cars and puzzles inside the boxes down the decades. In recent years, McDonald's has started phasing out plastic toys in favour of more sustainable items. But how much are the most legendary toys now worth? TY Teenie Beanie Babies These were mini soft toys that were in meal boxes in 1997, during the Beanie Babies craze. There were huge queues at some McDonald's restaurants for them. There were even reports of fights breaking out, such was the demand reports The News. The popular characters included Patti the Platypus and Pinchers the Lobster. A complete set of 12 Teenie Beanies toys from 1998 is listed for sale on eBay for more than £420, but they are available for less elsewhere. Changeables These were released in the late 80s and early 90s, when Transformers were the new craze. They converted from food items like a burger or fries into dinosaurs or robots. However, the average price for a set of four Changeables on eBay seems to be only £30. Hot Wheels McDonald's teamed up with Hot Wheels to include model cars in Happy Meal boxes in 1983. They have produced quite a few classic vehicles over the years since then. A Cadillac Seville, is listed for sale on eBay for just over £50. Inspector Gadget The Inspector Gadget toy was a tie in with the 1999 movie, starring Matthew Broderick. Children had to collect all eight parts to complete their Inspector Gadget action figure. One set of all the pieces in their original wrappers is listed on eBay for just under £1,100. But another is listed for only a little over £40. Toy Story 2 figures These were released in 2000 to tie in with the huge blockbuster Toy Story 2. They included Woody, Slinky Dog and Buzz Lightyear, which everyone wanted. A set of six toys from that collection is listed on eBay for £25. Sonic games Sonic the Hedgehog handheld games were given in Happy Meals in 2003. They included a racing game and a basic adventure game where you had to collect the rings. A set of four of the original 2003 games in their original packaging is listed on eBay for around £35. Lego Motion Basic Lego toys were given away inside Happy Meals in 1989, with models including a helicopter, a race car and a sea plane. You can pick these models up for around £5 each on eBay. In 1994, similar toys called Lego System were released and a set of four of these toys is listed on eBay for just over £50. Back to the Future Delorean The Back to the Future Happy Meal toys were released to tie in with the cartoon series which came out in 1991. They included Marty McFly on a hoverboard and the DeLorean car with Doc Brown. The Marty McFly and DeLorean toys together on eBay are available for around £25. Batmobile The Batman Returns Happy Meal toys were given away to tie in with the 1992 movie. You can pick up a set of these on eBay for around £35.
Scottish Sun
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
My mum saved all my McDonald's Happy Meal toys – they're better than today's, people say I've ‘unlocked their childhood'
Plus, what toy is currently available from Maccies in the deal TOY STORY My mum saved all my McDonald's Happy Meal toys – they're better than today's, people say I've 'unlocked their childhood' A WOMAN has amazed people by revealing the staggering amount of McDonald's Happy Meal toys she collected as a child. Gemma Leigh said her mum kept each and every one of the 'free' items that came with the fast food boxes. 3 Gemma shared how her mum has kept every one of her McDonald's Happy Meal toys from childhood Credit: TikkTok/gemmacauson 3 Many people felt nostalgic when they saw the Furby toys Credit: TikTok/gemmacauson On her @gemmacauson account, she showed her floor completely covered with the tiny toys. From mini Furbies and Disney figurines, to the iconic Beany Baby animals, her collection was very nostalgic for many viewers who remembered them from their childhood. Gemma wrote: "My mum saved all my old McDonald's toys from my childhood - so now my kids get to play with decent McDonald's toys not cardboard tat.' Many people were flabbergasted at the sheer volume of toys, and queried how often she had been taken to McDonald's as a child. One social media user commented: 'damm was every day a McDonald's dinner day?' She shared: 'I could make approximately 792 of these videos, I have THOUSANDS. 'Just once a week, but my mum always brought me the full collection, and if they had one out of stock, they would save it for me for the next week.' Many people asked how old she was, as they recognised many of the collectible toys. One person said: 'Are you 30? This was my EXACT collection.' She replied that she is 31, to which another viewer added: 'You are the luckiest girl in the world!!! I remember sooo many of them, I'm 30. The best memories.' McDonald's launches brand-new burger featuring never-before-seen sauce A third person wrote: 'Oh... My childhood... *cries*.' And one commented: 'This ladies and Gentlemans, this is a millenial treasure!!!' Lots of people pointed out that she could make a lot of money if she was to sell her limited-edition toys. One said: 'Possibly worth a fortune now for some collectors.' 3 Currently the Happy Meal toys are Pokemon Credit: Getty McDonald's Happy Meals - which cost around £3.89 - include toys or books that are typically themed around movies, TV shows, or other popular franchises. Typically a Happy Meal includes a main item (like a cheeseburger, hamburger, or four Chicken McNuggets), fries or carrot sticks, a drink, and the toy. Currently Dragon-type Pokémon are included in the boxes.
Yahoo
03-05-2025
- Yahoo
7-year-old boy found safe after going on a joyride to get a McDonald's Happy Meal
A 7-year-old boy, who took his younger sister for a spin in their mother's car in the hunt for a McDonald's Happy Meal, has been found safe, according to police. Authorities in Ogden, Utah, responded to reports of 'reckless driving' by someone who appeared to be a child at around 8 a.m. on April 27. According to ABC4, the car eventually came to a halt when it hit a parking strip at 40th Street and Washington Avenue. Officers learned that the child 'had taken a family vehicle without parental knowledge.' The boy drove the car from Clearfield to Ogden—10 miles—in a bid to reach the golden arches. The children were unharmed, police said. Whitney Bush, the kids' mother, told the outlet she woke up to police knocking on her door to tell her about her children's early morning joyride. 'I don't think anybody wakes up in the morning or goes through their day thinking their 7-year-old is going to play 'Grand Theft Auto' with their vehicle,' she said. Bush recalled to ABC4 that her son told officers he had been planning to go to McDonald's and reassured his mother that he wore his seatbelt. 'He's got a family full of truck drivers. He's gonna be a truck driver someday, that's what he wants to do,' Bush quipped to ABC4. 'I told him it's not gonna be today, he's gotta wait.' She said the car is now in a tow yard, which is particularly difficult for her as a single mother. 'I'm not proud of him by any means,' Bush told the outlet, but confessed it was impressive he was able to pull off such a stunt. 'He's in a world of trouble; he's probably grounded for the rest of his life.' Bush said the boy has exhibited some behavioral issues in the past, but nothing to this magnitude. Although she's tried to seek help from the Department of Child and Family Services, authorities, and hospitals, his age has meant extra help is hard to come by. The boy is not being charged due to his age, police said. Although the boy later told his mom that they had passed several McDonald's during his joyride, it doesn't appear that they ever stopped for food. Instead, the kids were given breakfast at the police station before being returned to their family, police said.
The Independent
03-05-2025
- The Independent
7-year-old boy found safe after going on a joyride to get a McDonald's Happy Meal
A 7-year-old boy, who took his younger sister for a spin in their mother's car in the hunt for a McDonald's Happy Meal, has been found safe, according to police. Authorities in Ogden, Utah, responded to reports of 'reckless driving' by someone who appeared to be a child at around 8 a.m. on April 27. According to ABC4, the car eventually came to a halt when it hit a parking strip at 40th Street and Washington Avenue. Officers learned that the child 'had taken a family vehicle without parental knowledge.' The boy drove the car from Clearfield to Ogden—10 miles—in a bid to reach the golden arches. The children were unharmed, police said. Whitney Bush, the kids' mother, told the outlet she woke up to police knocking on her door to tell her about her children's early morning joyride. 'I don't think anybody wakes up in the morning or goes through their day thinking their 7-year-old is going to play 'Grand Theft Auto' with their vehicle,' she said. Bush recalled to ABC4 that her son told officers he had been planning to go to McDonald's and reassured his mother that he wore his seatbelt. 'He's got a family full of truck drivers. He's gonna be a truck driver someday, that's what he wants to do,' Bush quipped to ABC4. 'I told him it's not gonna be today, he's gotta wait.' She said the car is now in a tow yard, which is particularly difficult for her as a single mother. 'I'm not proud of him by any means,' Bush told the outlet, but confessed it was impressive he was able to pull off such a stunt. 'He's in a world of trouble; he's probably grounded for the rest of his life.' Bush said the boy has exhibited some behavioral issues in the past, but nothing to this magnitude. Although she's tried to seek help from the Department of Child and Family Services, authorities, and hospitals, his age has meant extra help is hard to come by. The boy is not being charged due to his age, police said. Although the boy later told his mom that they had passed several McDonald's during his joyride, it doesn't appear that they ever stopped for food. Instead, the kids were given breakfast at the police station before being returned to their family, police said.
