75059 - UCS: Sandcrawler

[c_rpg]

Just now, Legojona said:

I think those numbers are based on quantity, so it is likely too expensive for that. Besides that, we're a small drop in the ocean of lego sales probably.  

The current number 2 is a 329.99€ set (Porsche).

[Val-E]

43 minutes ago, c_rpg said:

The current number 2 is a 329.99€ set (Porsche).

limit 1 as well!

 

[Legojona]

47 minutes ago, c_rpg said:

The current number 2 is a 329.99€ set (Porsche).

Perhaps then, we're just not that big of a group of buyers or people (like myself) tend to buy via bricklink. 

 

Or maybe I'm wrong...

Edited August 25, 2016 by Legojona

[Val-E]

Doesn´t matter, when something big is rumoured to retire, the horde goes into action. I think this shows there is a certain amount of investment fatigue out there right now. Too many folk have sunk money into PS; DS, T1 and Ectos with no return and are noy buying anymore.

[botchy123]

" The hoarde are buying, quick full steam ahead " 

 

 

 

[Legojona]

42 minutes ago, Val-E said:

Doesn´t matter, when something big is rumoured to retire, the horde goes into action. I think this shows there is a certain amount of investment fatigue out there right now. Too many folk have sunk money into PS; DS, T1 and Ectos with no return and are noy buying anymore.

I think you are probably right there.

One of the most important investment lessons is to invest when other people are pulling away. As Lego is likely to at least have a value of around RRP, buying at discount is a safe way to invest, I think. 

Quick huge returns might be less likely, but if you're willing to wait 5 to 10 years, your investment will do better than other investment options. 

[Val-E]

That was the old school. Now waiting 5-10 years is a higher risk strategy due to remakes and clones.

[Ciglione]

Did anyone in Europe purchase a Sandcrawler lately?

If so, please post the seal codes? 

So we can get an idea of how popular this set is in Europe and where production is at.

[daveboymini]

If you could get one at 40% of retail would you

[dcdfan]

If you could get one at 40% of retail would you

No. I only like to pay full price.

[Ed Mack]

This set was a slow seller. The horde can make it a top seller. We are our own worst enemy in some cases.

[c_rpg]

26 minutes ago, daveboymini said:

If you could get one at 40% of retail would you

Translates to: "Do you like money?"

5 minutes ago, Ed Mack said:

This set was a slow seller. The horde can make it a top seller. We are our own worst enemy in some cases.

Maybe it will push  EV in to retirement? Then again as soon as EV goes to "call to check" the exact same thing will probably happen.

 

Edited August 25, 2016 by c_rpg

[jaisonline]

5 minutes ago, Ed Mack said:

This set was a slow seller. The horde can make it a top seller. We are our own worst enemy in some cases.

Basically you're telling us this is the Sea Cow of Star Wars sets. 

Like I've mentioned many times below, I can't understand why more folks haven't built this set w/in the last 26+ months because it's a joy to build.

It's basically a technic set which just happens to utilize regular Lego plates. 

 

[Phil B]

11 minutes ago, Ed Mack said:

This set was a slow seller. The horde can make it a top seller. We are our own worst enemy in some cases.

The horde isn't in full action yet, because I haven't heard KBZ or PP post here how many they purchased in the last few days

[exciter1]

41 minutes ago, jaisonline said:

Basically you're telling us this is the Sea Cow of Star Wars sets. 

Like I've mentioned many times below, I can't understand why more folks haven't built this set w/in the last 26+ months because it's a joy to build.

It's basically a technic set which just happens to utilize regular Lego plates. 

 

I'd consider 10212 - Imperial Shuttle somewhat of a Technic build too, also a joy.

[jaisonline]

54 minutes ago, Phil B said:

The horde isn't in full action yet, because I haven't heard KBZ or PP post here how many they purchased in the last few days

True but you also won't be hearing from some of the really big players. These folks like to remain on the down low.  We have some regular posters who don't post advertisments about how many of each set they buy.  

Let's just say when I purchased 16 $99 10227 b-wings back from shop@home and TRU, I thought that was a lot.  It was nothing compared to what some members bought on that same day.

[Phil B]

3 minutes ago, jaisonline said:

True but you also won't be hearing from some of the really big players. These folks like to remain on the down low.  We have some regular posters who don't post advertisments about how many of each set they buy.  

Let's just say when I purchased 16 $99 10227 b-wings back from shop@home and TRU, I thought that was a lot.  It was nothing compared to what some members bought on that same day.

Also true and I'm very aware. But SC frenzy is nothing compared with Tumbler frenzy - but then again, LEGO hasn't slapped the "Retired Product" badge on the set yet, so more hoarding might still be to come

[exciter1]

6 minutes ago, Phil B said:

Also true and I'm very aware. But SC frenzy is nothing compared with Tumbler frenzy - but then again, LEGO hasn't slapped the "Retired Product" badge on the set yet, so more hoarding might still be to come

The "Retired Product" designation didn't come until much after the hoarding had commenced.

[cladner]

31 minutes ago, Phil B said:

Also true and I'm very aware. But SC frenzy is nothing compared with Tumbler frenzy - but then again, LEGO hasn't slapped the "Retired Product" badge on the set yet, so more hoarding might still be to come

i think he meant "retiring soon" which broadcast EOL was coming.

 

SC's behavior is no different than any other exclusive starting to do the dance.

it goes to sold out, then they find some orderable with a delayed date, then it goes to sold out again.

As long as we don't get some TOOS or check back in February, everything is beautiful.

 

 

Edited August 25, 2016 by cladner

[asharerin]

30 minutes ago, cladner said:

SC's behavior is no different than any other exclusive starting to do the dance.

it goes to sold out, then they find some orderable with a delayed date, then it goes to sold out again.

As long as we don't get some TOOS or check back in February, everything is beautiful.

 

 

When SSD and TH came back to orderable they lasted 3-4 days IIRC. These days alot of the horde has been destroyed by DS, TB, T1 and PS so it may take a week or two to clear what is left from TLG. If we see a Feb date then yes that would confirm a new run lol.

[BrickLegacy]

1 minute ago, asharerin said:

When SSD and TH came back to orderable they lasted 3-4 days IIRC. These days alot of the horde has been destroyed by DS, TB, T1 and PS so it may take a week or two to clear what is left from TLG. If we see a Feb date then yes that would confirm a new run lol.

I remember sneaking in a few SSD orders from shop at home the very last minute.  Those were the days...

Destroyed by 10188?  This is how I would best describe my experience:

[Deanfjr]

My friend, knows a guy, that knows a woman, who's husband's, neighbor's, son in law, talked to Lego and said the "retiring soon" badge is coming soon... 

Edited August 25, 2016 by Deanfjr

[Deadfraggle]

2 minutes ago, Deanfjr said:

I was talking to a guy, that knows a woman, who's husband's, neighbor's, son in law, talked to Lego and said the "retiring soon" badge is coming soon... 

Bueller......Bueller

[Ed Mack]

2 hours ago, jaisonline said:

Basically you're telling us this is the Sea Cow of Star Wars sets. 

Like I've mentioned many times below, I can't understand why more folks haven't built this set w/in the last 26+ months because it's a joy to build.

It's basically a technic set which just happens to utilize regular Lego plates. 

 

Basically I'm telling you that it's a quality set that should have been considered years ago.  There are many of these. They are sets that get mixed reviews from fans...one side loves them...one side hates them, but more often than not, they are very solid performers.  Many people don't pay attention till it's too late.  

[exciter1]

3 minutes ago, Ed Mack said:

Basically I'm telling you that it's a quality set that should have been considered years ago.  There are many of these. They are sets that get mixed reviews from fans...one side loves them...one side hates them, but more often than not, they are very solid performers.  Many people don't pay attention till it's too late.  

I don't think there's much hate for the Sandcrawler.  Less interest, maybe, but I don't think anyone hates it.

BTW, my favorite vehicle, long before this UCS monstrosity showed it's face.