McDonald’s collectible mugs are gathering fans — and a price to match.
The fast food chain rolled out the Collector’s Meal on August 13. The limited-time meal pairs McDonald’s food items with one of six collectible mugs, each decorated with nostalgic references. Now the free products are being resold for almost $100 a set.
Each plastic cup is covered with images of favorite characters, including Beanie Babies, Barbie and Hot Wheels, Hello Kitty and Peanuts, a combination of Shrek, Jurassic Park and Minions, McDonald’s characters and Coca-Cola mascots. There are also illustrations of collectibles from previous Happy Meals, such as the Gingerbread Man clock that was available at McDonald’s in 2010.
A set of all six mugs is listed on eBay for $98. Another one goes for $80. Individual mugs are cheaper – prices range from $11 to $25.
A McDonald’s representative did not provide a statement in response by press time.
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Customers can score cups when they order a Collector’s Meal in-store, online or through the app. The combination comes in several versions throughout the day. At breakfast, the meal includes a sausage and egg McMuffin, hash browns and hot coffee. For the rest of the day, fans can choose from a 10-pack of McNuggets or a Big Mac with fries and a soft drink.
The mugs, still available as of August 16, are wrapped in blue plastic so the theme isn’t immediately apparent.
Burger King’s $5 meal your way is available through October.
Burger King
Burger King has a food package that doesn’t come with a collector’s mug, but it does come with a discount. For $5, BK customers get their choice of Whopper Jr., Chicken Jr. or a bacon cheeseburger, plus four chicken pieces, fries and a soft drink.
First introduced on June 10, Your $5 Meal Plan is available through October.
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