1918 Crossley Coal Cake Truck Y-13

1918 Crossley – Evans Bros. Coal & Coke Truck

A rugged commercial lorry from Matchbox Models of Yesteryear, this Y-13 represents the 1918 Crossley in coal-delivery form. Collector catalogues identify the familiar red-and-black version with 'EVANS BROS. COAL & COKE' branding and a moulded coal load; this is likely the model referred to in some lists as the Crossley 'Coal Cake' truck.

Matchbox Models of Yesteryear Y-13

This later Y-13 Crossley was produced from 1979, following the earlier R.A.F. Tender that had used the same catalogue number. The red-and-black Evans Bros. Coal & Coke version appeared from 1979 into the early 1980s, with later Crossley releases using different commercial liveries and body treatments.

Working-Lorry Character

The casting has a substantial early-truck chassis, upright cab and open load body carrying a coal load. Its simple commercial construction contrasts nicely with the luxury cars in the Models of Yesteryear range.

Evans Bros. Coal & Coke Livery

The bold coal-merchant lettering and black load give the model a strong period-industrial identity. It is an appealing subject for collectors of delivery vehicles, merchant advertising and early British commercial transport.

A Classic Collectible

A distinctive addition to a Matchbox, Lesney or vintage-truck collection, the Y-13 Crossley captures the working side of early motoring through a classic coal-merchant livery.