rcdb1984 Posted July 4, 2018 Share Posted July 4, 2018 I only have two pet shops, and have yet to open any. I want one to build, but I can always to the MOC where with two of them. I don't need more space, or the capital. Just knowing they are sitting there is whats bugging me lol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Val-E Posted July 4, 2018 Share Posted July 4, 2018 38 minutes ago, rcdb1984 said: I only have two pet shops, and have yet to open any. I want one to build, but I can always to the MOC where with two of them. I don't need more space, or the capital. Just knowing they are sitting there is whats bugging me lol. You´re lucky to only have 2! I am putting expiry dates on my sets now to move them on if they are not appreciating - you end up with seals coming off due to age and the ever present risk of the re-release otherwise. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ed Mack Posted July 4, 2018 Share Posted July 4, 2018 3 minutes ago, Val-E said: You´re lucky to only have 2! I am putting expiry dates on my sets now to move them on if they are not appreciating - you end up with seals coming off due to age and the ever present risk of the re-release otherwise. Yes, the seals definitely start falling off after a few years. 45 minutes ago, rcdb1984 said: I only have two pet shops, and have yet to open any. I want one to build, but I can always to the MOC where with two of them. I don't need more space, or the capital. Just knowing they are sitting there is whats bugging me lol. I have run out of space to display LEGO sets. Shame really. There are many I would like to build. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KShine Posted July 4, 2018 Share Posted July 4, 2018 1 minute ago, Ed Mack said: I have run out of space to display LEGO sets. Shame really. There are many I would like to build. Start selling - Or just pack some up to make room for new ones. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ed Mack Posted July 4, 2018 Share Posted July 4, 2018 5 minutes ago, KShine said: Start selling - Or just pack some up to make room for new ones. I really need to...seriously. But I don't need another job. My "real' job takes up most of my awake time. I should hire someone. LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Val-E Posted July 4, 2018 Share Posted July 4, 2018 2 minutes ago, Ed Mack said: I should hire someone. LOL It´s school holidays...... GTA use gotta be earned by selling Lego in real life hussle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest TabbyBoy Posted January 5, 2019 Share Posted January 5, 2019 I see that this is finally Sold Out in the UK, the first time I’ve seen unavailable at SaH in over 6 years! I was looking forward to the EOL of this set, but I just think it’s gonna be a big race to the bottom. It’s likely been massively hoarded for many years and sellers just want rid as I reckon seals are peeling everywhere as they’ve been stored for so long. I think I’m one of the lucky ones offloading at a 10% loss when I did. This set reaching 1x RRP after fees within a year is pushing it IMHO. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Legojona Posted January 5, 2019 Share Posted January 5, 2019 17 minutes ago, TabbyBoy said: I see that this is finally Sold Out in the UK, the first time I’ve seen unavailable at SaH in over 6 years! I was looking forward to the EOL of this set, but I just think it’s gonna be a big race to the bottom. It’s likely been massively hoarded for many years and sellers just want rid as I reckon seals are peeling everywhere as they’ve been stored for so long. I think I’m one of the lucky ones offloading at a 10% loss when I did. This set reaching 1x RRP after fees within a year is pushing it IMHO. I have a feeling the Brexit will lock up a large share of the European stock inside Britain. I bought a couple of sets at 25% off and expect to sell it in the next two years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest TabbyBoy Posted January 5, 2019 Share Posted January 5, 2019 21 minutes ago, Legojona said: I have a feeling the Brexit will lock up a large share of the European stock inside Britain. I bought a couple of sets at 25% off and expect to sell it in the next two years. When I order from SaH, it nearly always arrives via the Netherlands, so UK retail stock may not be that high. We just need to see what Customs Duty is, if any, after Brexit. However, I only ship big sets within UK mainland only. I really hope I'm wrong about this set as a lot have invested big in these. I have 2 left, 1 to build and hopefully 1 to offset previous losses in 5+ years from now ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Val-E Posted January 5, 2019 Share Posted January 5, 2019 TB lasted almost as long as the UK did in the EU. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Legojona Posted January 5, 2019 Share Posted January 5, 2019 3 hours ago, TabbyBoy said: When I order from SaH, it nearly always arrives via the Netherlands, so UK retail stock may not be that high. We just need to see what Customs Duty is, if any, after Brexit. However, I only ship big sets within UK mainland only. I really hope I'm wrong about this set as a lot have invested big in these. I have 2 left, 1 to build and hopefully 1 to offset previous losses in 5+ years from now ? Yeah man, our logistics industry will miss you guys. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest TabbyBoy Posted January 5, 2019 Share Posted January 5, 2019 (edited) 1 hour ago, Val-E said: TB lasted almost as long as the UK did in the EU. The UK is still very much in the EU. Our dictatorship of a government will find a way to make us stay ;-( 17 minutes ago, Legojona said: Yeah man, our logistics industry will miss you guys. Not just LEGO, a lot of “UK stock” is held in NL. Rotterdam’s a huge port for a reason. Edited January 5, 2019 by TabbyBoy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest TabbyBoy Posted January 25, 2019 Share Posted January 25, 2019 We’ll soon find out how well the TB does as it’s finally retired after nearly 9 years. I personally think there’ll be a mass unload as soon as buy-in can be recovered. A beautiful set killed by a long life, hoarding and still very available everywhere. A can imagine all this hoarded stock with peeling seals and damp boxes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Follows Closely Posted March 12, 2019 Share Posted March 12, 2019 I sold my last dozen this past Christmas. Took a 30% loss. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sozial Posted March 12, 2019 Share Posted March 12, 2019 58 minutes ago, Follows Closely said: I sold my last dozen this past Christmas. Took a 30% loss. I hear you, I sold all of mine at about 10-20% loss, but if you make the wrong decisions you just have to correct them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dx0520 Posted March 12, 2019 Share Posted March 12, 2019 (edited) I kept 3 very mint condition sets. It's simply a beautiful set, the LEGO modular groups on facebook consistently praise it, and there are a couple of very nice modular MOCs for them. Keeping a dozen may be hurting, but I think 3 is just the right amount for the more casual investor's portfolio. Edited March 12, 2019 by dx0520 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zaphoid Posted March 13, 2019 Share Posted March 13, 2019 3 hours ago, dx0520 said: I kept 3 very mint condition sets. It's simply a beautiful set, the LEGO modular groups on facebook consistently praise it, and there are a couple of very nice modular MOCs for them. Keeping a dozen may be hurting, but I think 3 is just the right amount for the more casual investor's portfolio. as far as Lego groups go on Facebook, is anyone a member of what they would call a particularly good group? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
$20 on joe vs dan Posted March 13, 2019 Share Posted March 13, 2019 I am in the market for a Tower Bridge for personal build. .if anyone here has a damaged box or even used set I'd be interested (SF Bay Area) PM me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest AnnexBrett Posted November 29, 2019 Share Posted November 29, 2019 This is quietly retired! https://www.lego.com/en-us/product/tower-bridge-10214 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
waddamon Posted November 29, 2019 Share Posted November 29, 2019 What the heck, finally!!!!!!!! I can't believe this actually happened! T1 please follow. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimking23 Posted November 29, 2019 Share Posted November 29, 2019 This was my first “lego investment” set I purchased. I wanted to get it before it retired, that was April of 2013. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OrangeChiliPeP Posted November 29, 2019 Share Posted November 29, 2019 On 8/1/2012 at 10:57 AM, M4x18 said: Do you think that this set will follow Eiffel Tower and Taj Mahal and become really, really expensive in 2-3 years time? Also, do you think that Taj Mahal and Eiffel Tower will be increasing their value even more? No. 1 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elmaslıefendi Posted November 29, 2019 Share Posted November 29, 2019 On 8/1/2012 at 10:57 AM, M4x18 said: Do you think that this set will follow Eiffel Tower and Taj Mahal and become really, really expensive in 2-3 years time? Also, do you think that Taj Mahal and Eiffel Tower will be increasing their value even more? R.I.P Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaisonline Posted November 29, 2019 Share Posted November 29, 2019 17 minutes ago, Jimking23 said: This was my first “lego investment” set I purchased. I wanted to get it before it retired, that was April of 2013. Many of us are in the same shoes. I honestly, think it might have gone out of stock once or twice since 2014 and prices bumped slightly... for builders, it's a cool set. For resellers, the set is a giant dump of bricks even if purchase at 30% off MSRP. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Val-E Posted November 29, 2019 Share Posted November 29, 2019 5 minutes ago, jaisonline said: Many of us are in the same shoes. I honestly, think it might have gone out of stock once or twice since 2014 and prices bumped slightly... for builders, it's a cool set. For resellers, the set is a giant dump of bricks even if purchase at 30% off MSRP. We should do a poll to see who doesn´t have any hoarded, same as with T1 and PS. Anyone in reselling prior to 2011 who managed to swerve those 3 turds should get an award. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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