Popular Post brickvoyeur Posted December 7, 2022 Popular Post Posted December 7, 2022 (edited) Quote I'll read the Nightmare Before Christmas story this year, kids. Twas the night before Clearance And all through the aisle Steamrollers were packed Into my cart like a pile Exo Suits were hung In the storage with care Knowing that in a decade They still will be there Sergeant Jyn Erso was nestled Deep under my bed With terrible proportions And a face that looks dead Wonder woman in her armor And cheetah in her cap The lasso of truth will tell you That this set is pure crap When out on my doorstep A noise shook me awake ShopJustice still delivering Olaf Flat as a pancake Faster shipping than FedEx The turds as they came I cried and I pouted As I called them by name "Now, Dots! now, Mario! Now Lego Movie 1 and 2! On, Raiders! on, Mighty Dinos! On, Takodana and constractables too! To the depths of the dumpster! Stacked 50 feet tall Now throw away! throw away! throw away all!" Each year I make efforts To donate a bit more But Toys for tots sends a bill For returning them to my door Since I can't give them away I'll dig a big pit It's the final solution To get rid of this sh!t I shook as I laughed At the thought of relieving this pain It was nearly 3am So I looked quite insane As I poured the kerosene I cheered with delight "I'll light you on fire, So you're out of my sight" Edited December 7, 2022 by brickvoyeur 15 18 Quote
BrickLegacy Posted August 8, 2020 Posted August 8, 2020 Bought a U-Wing two years ago for $35, built it, displayed it, sold it last night used for $80 with $10 shipping on eBay. Now it's time to tear it down, the less fun part.I need to do more building and selling used. Less profit but more fun and enjoyment. Plus, it’s easier to let go after you display something for a while and need that space for a new build. Quote
MusiKyle Posted August 8, 2020 Posted August 8, 2020 20 minutes ago, BrickLegacy said: I need to do more building and selling used. Less profit but more fun and enjoyment. Plus, it’s easier to let go after you display something for a while and need that space for a new build. Just be careful upon disassembly.. ugh I wrote the buyer, I'll see what they want to do. Three of 4 of these broke. $0.08 on BrickLink. No big deal. 1 Quote
stackables Posted August 8, 2020 Posted August 8, 2020 11 minutes ago, MusiKyle said: Just be careful upon disassembly.. ugh I wrote the buyer, I'll see what they want to do. Three of 4 of these broke. $0.08 on BrickLink. No big deal. This happens way too much. I forgot what set I took down but I had several maroon pieces break. Still have to order the replacements. Parts are cheap but you still pay $3-4 for shipping. Quote
elmaslıefendi Posted August 8, 2020 Posted August 8, 2020 Old dark red & blue pieces, especially plates, are very brittle, taking apart an old modular can be frustrating & expensive. 1 Quote
odysea11 Posted August 8, 2020 Posted August 8, 2020 This happens way too much. I forgot what set I took down but I had several maroon pieces break. Still have to order the replacements. Parts are cheap but you still pay $3-4 for shipping.Those maroon (Dk Red) pieces are notorious for getting very brittle quickly. We've broken many over the years...even when trying to be cautious. 2 Quote
MarleyMoose Posted August 8, 2020 Posted August 8, 2020 Don't get me started on the Haunted House issues. Quote
MusiKyle Posted August 8, 2020 Posted August 8, 2020 After taking this apart, plus the broken pieces, I think I'd have rather sold it for $20 less, built, cash and local. I really just wanted the space more than the money. It was about a 2 1/2 hour disassembly. Feels like it takes longer taking it apart than putting it together. Opposite of a road trip; getting there seems to take longer, getting home feels quick. Quote
MarleyMoose Posted August 8, 2020 Posted August 8, 2020 New 10728 Juniors Friends Mia's Pet Clinic $39+shipping. Buy In $11. Quote
Alpinemaps Posted August 8, 2020 Posted August 8, 2020 After taking this apart, plus the broken pieces, I think I'd have rather sold it for $20 less, built, cash and local. I really just wanted the space more than the money. It was about a 2 1/2 hour disassembly. Feels like it takes longer taking it apart than putting it together. Opposite of a road trip; getting there seems to take longer, getting home feels quick.I never sell used sets without them being ready to ship. So if it’s a set that’s assembled, I take photos assembled, then break it down. After breakdown I will photograph the bag(s) the parts are in. That way if there’s any problems, like missing or broken pieces, I know before I sell it. After taking this apart, plus the broken pieces, I think I'd have rather sold it for $20 less, built, cash and local. I really just wanted the space more than the money. It was about a 2 1/2 hour disassembly. Feels like it takes longer taking it apart than putting it together. Opposite of a road trip; getting there seems to take longer, getting home feels quick.I never sell used sets without them being ready to ship. So if it’s a set that’s assembled, I take photos assembled, then break it down. After breakdown I will photograph the bag(s) the parts are in. That way if there’s any problems, like missing or broken pieces, I know before I sell it. 3 Quote
BrickLegacy Posted August 8, 2020 Posted August 8, 2020 I never sell used sets without them being ready to ship. So if it’s a set that’s assembled, I take photos assembled, then break it down. After breakdown I will photograph the bag(s) the parts are in. That way if there’s any problems, like missing or broken pieces, I know before I sell it. I just break it down into major sections, bag those up, and buyers never complain. I haven’t sold many this way but the method has worked for me. Takes about 5 minutes or so. I never sell used sets without them being ready to ship. So if it’s a set that’s assembled, I take photos assembled, then break it down. After breakdown I will photograph the bag(s) the parts are in. That way if there’s any problems, like missing or broken pieces, I know before I sell it. I just break it down into major sections, bag those up, and buyers never complain. I haven’t sold many this way but the method has worked for me. Takes about 5 minutes or so. Quote
oneknightr Posted August 8, 2020 Posted August 8, 2020 3 hours ago, odysea11 said: 3 hours ago, stackables said: This happens way too much. I forgot what set I took down but I had several maroon pieces break. Still have to order the replacements. Parts are cheap but you still pay $3-4 for shipping. Those maroon (Dk Red) pieces are notorious for getting very brittle quickly. We've broken many over the years...even when trying to be cautious. Reddish brown ones too. I broke one while breaking down a set for sale. Thankfully I had a spare one. Quote
exracer327 Posted August 8, 2020 Posted August 8, 2020 The Dark Red pieces are the ones I've had a lot of problems with over the years. Broken several wing plates and quite a few tile pieces as well. I've been breaking down several sets lately and I'm just thankful that thus far I have had replacement pieces in my personal inventory. Quote
cladner Posted August 9, 2020 Posted August 9, 2020 fbm- friends heartlake grand hotel - $575 - this is about $65 more than what grand emporiums are going for. lol. wish i had more but this is last one. also sold my last back to the future delorean - $299!!! buyin $27.99 permasale. 7 Quote
MusiKyle Posted August 9, 2020 Posted August 9, 2020 (edited) Bunch of pre-owned Star Wars sets. Wanted the display space back and was motivated to sell. Did roughly half retail so $300 cash. I think I bought at about half off anyways so to get to build, display and sell at cost works out for me. Slow local market where I am also, so to secure this in a day on Craigslist felt great. Oh and NO disassembly, whoo hoo! Edited August 9, 2020 by MusiKyle 5 Quote
oneknightr Posted August 9, 2020 Posted August 9, 2020 5 hours ago, MusiKyle said: Bunch of pre-owned Star Wars sets. Wanted the display space back and was motivated to sell. Did roughly half retail so $300 cash. I think I bought at about half off anyways so to get to build, display and sell at cost works out for me. Slow local market where I am also, so to secure this in a day on Craigslist felt great. Oh and NO disassembly, whoo hoo! Almost the same for me today. Sold my loose Ewok Village for $250 local sale. I posted it yesterday. I didn't have to break it down and guy paid cash. Made about $10 less than I would off of eBay (my instruction manuals had writing on it from the previous owner and I had no box), but I'd pay $10 any day to save the hassle of breaking down a big set and boxing it up nice so it arrives safely. And no possible scamming! 5 Quote
fuzzy_bricks Posted August 10, 2020 Posted August 10, 2020 On 8/8/2020 at 7:37 PM, cladner said: also sold my last back to the future delorean - $299!!! buyin $27.99 permasale. Looks like I may never get around to building this one out of my collection, even though I have to take eBay prices. Quote
legoray01 Posted August 10, 2020 Posted August 10, 2020 Sold a Soldier's Outpost and Soldier's Fort for $155 combined for an $84 profit after expenses for a 236% return on a 12/27/2015 purchase Today's slow mover was a 76060 Dr. Strange for $42 (damaged box) for a $4.51 profit after expenses for a return of 21% on a 12/3/2016 purchase - ( I have a pile of these) Quote
Rog Posted August 11, 2020 Posted August 11, 2020 On 8/9/2020 at 1:37 AM, cladner said: fbm- friends heartlake grand hotel - $575 - this is about $65 more than what grand emporiums are going for. lol. wish i had more but this is last one. This would explain why a US buyer was happy to pay a ton of shipping to buy 4 of these from me here in the UK, although they were my last few with battered boxes and burst seals. Still, you can get a brand new one on UK eBay for £200, or on BL from a multitude of places for a lot less than $575. People are muppets! Quote
Crispyvelo Posted August 11, 2020 Posted August 11, 2020 My first LEGO sale! I picked up a Technic Air Race Jet (42066) from a local listing for $60 and sold it on eBay for $166 after shipping, for a nice 176% gain within 2 weeks. It’s going to take a few more of these for my bone-headed mistake of spending $1500 on an Osprey 😳. Pray for me... 6 Quote
HandyHand Posted August 11, 2020 Posted August 11, 2020 On 8/9/2020 at 2:37 AM, cladner said: fbm- friends heartlake grand hotel - $575 - this is about $65 more than what grand emporiums are going for. lol. wish i had more but this is last one. I could still buy two of the Heartlake Grand Hotel for €160 + local shipping (each) here. Might just have to buy those and resell them internationally... Quote
Shortbus311 Posted August 11, 2020 Posted August 11, 2020 Sold a used 7781 Two Face's escape for $174. I had bought it for $100 as part of a used lot that included the 7781 and 7785 Arkham Asylum. Still waiting on a few pieces to complete the Asylum before listing. 1 Quote
oneknightr Posted August 11, 2020 Posted August 11, 2020 9 hours ago, Crispyvelo said: My first LEGO sale! I picked up a Technic Air Race Jet (42066) from a local listing for $60 and sold it on eBay for $166 after shipping, for a nice 176% gain within 2 weeks. It’s going to take a few more of these for my bone-headed mistake of spending $1500 on an Osprey 😳. Pray for me... Was that the one listed on Facebook in Sacramento, CA for $75? I wanted to buy it, but I live in the SF Bay Area. Too far of a drive. Congrats on your first sale! Quote
MarleyMoose Posted August 11, 2020 Posted August 11, 2020 79004 The Hobbit Barrel Escape $60+shipping 1 Quote
Crispyvelo Posted August 11, 2020 Posted August 11, 2020 8 hours ago, oneknightr said: Was that the one listed on Facebook in Sacramento, CA for $75? I wanted to buy it, but I live in the SF Bay Area. Too far of a drive. Congrats on your first sale! Yes! 1 Quote
legoray01 Posted August 12, 2020 Posted August 12, 2020 40338 Christmas Tree for $49.00 procured with the Bat Mobile last year and after expenses of $16.61 a return of 32.39. Mentally, I always have an issue putting a purchase cost with these freebies! Do I consider the value of all sets against the purchase price of the item I got them with or do I go with Free. I [picked Free but accounting wise I can see this being included as cost of goods sold and having a value (same as the bonus bat mobile i got with the purchase) Quote
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