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  1. One of the other LEGO sites had this feature for a while, but I got a ton of emails and PMs about whether Brickpicker would have something like this. It was hard to say for a while but after 7+ weeks of asking, discussing, etc. I finally was given access to this information as well and created a page to search for inventory in all the local Target locations near you. So a few notable features: You can either obtain the Target DPCI number from the Target Product detail pages, or use the DPCI search link that see available on the page. Try to be as specific as possible with your search phrases Map/Geolocation/Pins - Easily see the color coded pins that surround your current location. This will help you identify what direction to go in. "Go towards the Green" Search popular and recent searches. Click the active link on the DPCI number and it will automatically fill the search box See store details/hours/maps Ok, so check it out, let me know your thoughts. I will keep an eye out in my email for any bugs/errors. Hopefully this helps you find what you need. I hope you like it!!! http://www.brickpicker.com/target-inventory
    12 points
  2. Here is newbiecollect's prize from the contenst of a Red Five T Shirt and Microfighter X Wing ready to roll. The t shirt looks actually better in person than on the website. Congratulations again!
    7 points
  3. You've created a very cool feature and one hell of a new acronym in the process ( Target Inventory Tracker)
    6 points
  4. The real 60051/52 train question for me--at this price, is it worth it? There's always a new iteration of the train which limits the growth of the old one. Even if it has a short life (and that's a big if), there's a new cargo train coming. Again, those with $99 buy in are in good shape, but I'd have to pay close to retail price and there's better upside to something more collectible and exclusive. I wouldn't hesitate at $99, but $189 + tax... I'd rather buy another PC or ToO or Tumbler.
    4 points
  5. higher price point. Unexpected poofage
    3 points
  6. Received a "Your order has shipped" email w/ the Driller included in the shipment. So, they did have a few.
    2 points
  7. Palace Cinema is on the back of the Detective's Office box. Town Hall isn't. Pet Shop isn't. It's not going anywhere yet. Maybe at the end of this year after they announce another corner.
    2 points
  8. F5-ing is so overrated and so 2014! It is so much more fun and less stressful indeed when you already have your minimum quantity for investment and every other is extra.
    2 points
  9. So if this set really retires everywhere by say.. .May - June 2015, very cool. Less than 1 full year at retail for s great designed set from a well-liked theme.
    2 points
  10. Still wondering why I can't give you money for all these nifty features. Until that time, you have my continued thanks.
    2 points
  11. Just built my very first MOC alternate using only pieces from 31012 Family House. Wanted to try it out as a "modular" size house and this was the result What do you think? Any recommendations? Each level comes off easily as well, second floor and roof.
    2 points
  12. Is this the real life? Is this just fantasy? 10211 GE, 10197 FB and 10218 PS for
    2 points
  13. Incredible pixel artist, Paul Robertson, is at it again with The Simpsons getting 'pixelated'. Edit: Turns out this will be the show's next opening for Sunday according to this article.
    2 points
  14. All sellers on ebay ought to adhere to the rule: "Package every sold item the way you would like to receive it yourself!". That's what I do. Always. No exceptions. Everything else would be unaccaptable for my personal understanding of social manners. Unfortunately, many other seller folks don't seem to have that kind of a "problem". I mean if they package their stuff so badly, not having one bad feeling about it. Makes me wonder if some day some of them will start coming out asking buyers "Do you want me to send you the item with a real crappy packaging, so you can throw it away right after receiving it totally damaged - or should I put in in a garbage can right here at my place, which would save you the postage cost?"...
    2 points
  15. IMO, a lot of investors are underestimating the Lego Movie sets as an entire class of investments. The "name of the game" in movie production now is franchise potential, and The Lego Movie already has THREE sequels slated (Batman being first). That strengthens all of these sets as long-term investments. Those films will likely be successful, leading to more films. And more AFOL's for us to provide product for. This set is great. A personal family favorite of ours, and likely many, the double-decker couch... which is so popular at B&M's that most are restricting them to "one per household". It's the kind of set current kids will look back on twenty years from now and gladly pay significantly $ to own, based on how well the set represents the movie and the nice memories they had in childhood watching it. I think savvy investors will identify this potential, but not so many that hoarding will be significant. I love the movie, the line, and the long-term investment potential.
    2 points
  16. http://www.thebrickfan.com/marvel-announces-licensing-partners-for-avengers-age-of-ultron/ "Licensing.biz is reporting that Marvel Entertainment has revealed their licensing partners for product lines based on the Avengers: Age of Ultron. The campaign will be one of the largest for the Marvel movies and will include companies such as Hasbro, Hot Wheels, and LEGO. We
    1 point
  17. As the title states, I am just getting started in collecting and investing in Lego sets. I would like to get a jump start and ask someone to help me out in figuring out which sets to buy. I am willing to compensate for your help. I am 40 years old, married, and have children so I'm not some wishy washy youngin. Thank you in advance.
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  19. You can also use bricklink to search what sets pieces are in, but I'm not sure if it's any easier/accurate than re-brick able. I've always used bricklink.
    1 point
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  21. If you can sell anything locally to avoid Ebay, it's a $50 bonus on a $300 set, with no real headaches.
    1 point
  22. Just a heads-up from Europe and do not let me tell you "I told you so". ***Palace Cinema only available at Lego SAH*** How about in other countries?
    1 point
  23. There were other things in the earlier exchange at the beginning that made me think he was trolling. I shortened the exchange down for the forum. On my Craigslist post, I stated that if you can find the item in store or online at a lower price, just buy it from the store and don't bother negotiating. I also stated I can help people out locating some of the current stuff if they want simply buy them from the store. While this is supposed to generate side money, I want to have fun while doing it and enjoy it as more of a hobby. He was asking for a set I never had and never posted initially so I even spent a bit of time helping him out checking inventory at Walmart and target and compare prices for him between amazon and eBay in addition to an newer alternative set from this year if he doesn't want to pay above retail. After that I expected the exchange to end since I don't have what he wanted. Then he comes back and ask whether I have the 2nd set, so I was straightforward and basically knocked the price down to my lowest price I am willing to take even though I listed higher. The price I quoted was lower than retail and obviously without tax. I totally read his response of finding it in the store as more of snardy/trolling comment at that point rather than a courtesy. This is because of couple of things. He pointed out my ad but asked whether I have something that I didn't posted. He then asked me multiple times in different emails where I live when it is posted clearly where people can pick up on the same ad. So I was getting some hints on there that he wasn't really interested before he came in with the low ball offer. In hindsight, I should have responded "great. Thanks for letting me know" but given I was responding to him quite a few times already, I got upset wasting my time on such a low character. Sometimes I really want to avoid selling on Craigslist as maybe only couple percent of people that I responded to are really interested in buying around the NYC area if not for the fact that I don't want to give eBay all the commissions. In Virginia, where I used to live, I get significantly less low ball offers and much higher results. People are simply nicer and smarter and actually understand the prices that I posted are generally good prices as I typically post market price (eBay /amazon) minus the potential fees or slightly lower than Walmart/Target/Amazon.
    1 point
  24. Took your advice OrcKing and shortened the second level, made some adjustments to the balcony as well. Not sure what to do with the archway being open like that, I guess it's a new open structure look, should be fine since it doesn't really rain in my LEGO city
    1 point
  25. Classic supply and demand situation. Resellers think it will go X times MSRP so are buying them from other resellers thus pushing the price up further. We will see if they manage to create a bubble or if there is really a sustained genuine demand very soon. Also if you see the full street built , it is the most commanding building and is a real centrepiece.
    1 point
  26. Well I guess there is something to be learned from this thread. Lots of people dissing Town Hall and now it's pushing $500 on eBay. Wish I would have left more pet shops and grand emporiums out of the cart and put more Town Hall's into it.
    1 point
  27. Nice really cool set. In back of my mind thinking may even boost the red 5 value I mean you can't have one and not the other on display can you lol. Either way bad guys are always cooler than the good ones so this is going be a winner
    1 point
  28. HH before hallowee SSD, R2D2 before episode 7 ... so on
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  30. Currently some good discounts at very including 42030 Volvo L350F @
    1 point
  31. They need someone like Randy "Macho Man" Savage doing their reveal videos.
    1 point
  32. I, for one, am glad they are releasing that crap. Means my wallet will hurt a little less that wave. Been rough lately.
    1 point
  33. But Main Street's still all cracked and broken!
    1 point
  34. all the investing tips you need are on this site and are absolutely free. No need to pay anyone for stuff that can be found for free with a little bit of effort. Welcome to the site and good luck.
    1 point
  35. In other fruitcake news, they're starting to reply to my local CS ads. Well if they're so much cheaper (I have them listed at $80 or less if you want more than 1), go buy them there. With our tax, TRU's price is about $79 for a 1000 brick box if you can find one. Morons. I was a lot more polite in my reply but I didn't want to be.
    1 point
  36. The Lone Ranger boxes have a very good laxative effect but some people can
    1 point
  37. Yeah, on second thought, you're right. Set has no appeal. Very poor choice, my bad. Resellers should avoid this high risk/low profit opportunity. Nothing to see, move along.
    1 point
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  39. I've sold a bunch I picked up at KMart for $7. Good seller, especially when combo'd with Dragon Bolt. I sold a Flower Cart, AT-AP, Friends Mini-Golf combo for $27 today.
    1 point
  40. I bought eight. I like it. I've been stockpiling movie sets to sell as bundles when the next movie comes out.
    1 point
  41. Would have been better (cooler) to have a LotR chess set. They did miss that opportunity.
    1 point
  42. 40109 Mini MINI Cooper 10-in-1 by dark_syntax
    1 point
  43. I have 2 Jabba Palaces and 2 Helm's Deep waiting for me at a Mom & Pop pharmacy. I really hope they run a 25% off toys sale sometime closer to the holidays, but they may be gone by then.
    1 point
  44. You mean Baxter's Robot Rampage? Yeah the page is there still but it also displays the "Sold Out" tag without any change of status which could very well mean the set is down for the count. Like the recent half off Desert Skiff, how many people actually managed to get any at that sale price? In any case, I can hardly wait to see how much either set goes for this Christmas. Now in regards to the overall topic, isn't it a little premature to write off the theme as an investment while every single set continues to be currently available in most stores and online? I can purchase all sets from the first wave off Shop-at-Home minus Baxter
    1 point
  45. Just ignore it. Other potential buyers can see that you have a pending offer and might be worried that you will accept and instead buy it for the full price. This definitely worked for me at least once. Sent from my iPad using Brickpicker
    1 point
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