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  1. After having the Death Star remain available for 50 years, and giving everyone more than enough time to get one - I find it very hard to believe that they would re-release a virtual copy of the 10188 (unless LEGO is actually aiming for the complete destruction of re-sellers). But if it is so....
    8 points
  2. Sold my highest item ever yesterday!!!! 10182 Cafe Corner - $879.99 (used, no box) Emailed buyer to remind them of signature requirement (of course they haven't responded). And double boxed pieces since every box I receive lately seems to be crushed.
    7 points
  3. What is that following us? Oh no, it's a DEATH STAR!!!
    7 points
  4. four step program BA 1) return all death stars 2) wait in line for new death star 3) get micro fighter death star 4) weep and cry rinse and repeat lol
    7 points
  5. Another $5 profit thanks to RE. Just 72 more and I can finally afford a DS Note to self: need to find 69 REs stat
    6 points
  6. i believe there is a big difference between "loose" and "lose" loose: not firmly or tightly fixed in place; detached or able to be detached. lose: be deprived of or cease to have or retain (something).
    5 points
  7. Will this new Death Star affect the price of 9676?
    5 points
  8. So much knowledge, so few facts! Love you all... lol
    5 points
  9. Christian Bale let himself go a little
    5 points
  10. 5 points
  11. I'm not sure if we already have this here so I just post it:
    4 points
  12. I really hope it is a KICK @$$ set. Really...I want HUUUUUUGGGGEEE!!!! HUGE! $500....$600...$700. Make it a 6000 piece set that rotates and has working LEDs and a laser that burns through metal. And sharks with frickin laser beams attached to their heads!
    4 points
  13. Another 21010 Robie House. $425 shipped on EBay
    4 points
  14. Today is suitcase day on FBA. 10682 - Creative Suitcases - $90 10659 - Juniors Vehicle Suitcase - $42 6230 - Stormer XLs - $60 60016 - City: Tanker Trucks - $50 10660 - Juniors House Suitcases - $50 60018 - City: Cement Mixers - $50 40085 - Easter Bunnies - $25 60026 - City: Town Square - $205 7288 - City: Mobile Police Unit - $80 75902 - Scooby Doo: Mystery Machines - $45 79103 - TMNT: Turtle Lair Attacks - $100 10659 - Juniors Blue Suitcase - $40 75005 - Rancor Pit - $100 41011 - Friends: Stephanie's Soccer Practice - $23 75022 - Mandalorian Speeders - $55 75015 - Corporate Alliance Tank Droids - $38 9396 - Technic Helicopters - $175 Series 3 Mixels Sets - $60 21304 - 2 x Dr. Who - $96 each (FBM)
    4 points
  15. Well for starters, you lose the ability to spell lose.
    4 points
  16. It definitely did. And the horde saw that, then the horde got a "second chance" for about six months, the horde stocked up, and now the horde is expecting a repeat of what happened over the summer. Take Orthanc for example. It disappeared in mid-August and I personally believe it would be selling for $275-300 at the moment (in the U.S.) if it had stayed dead. The scramble would have ensued and prices would have done well. The problem is that it didn't stay dead. It was available at Target and Amazon pretty much every day for the past four months (including this morning!), giving everybody their "second chance" to stock up. Same thing has happened with Red 5. Lots and lots of second chancing. And the prices for Orthanc and Red 5? $225-$250 ish. Juxtapose that with HH and TH last year - they offered very few "second chance" opportunities. And look what happened. If DS had stayed dead in July, it would be crushing it right now. Let's hope the "second chancing" effect didn't ruin that.
    4 points
  17. Haven't seen this here yet.. White Fang's review is out... pretty awesome...! 5 shark guys suits!!!!! http://www.eurobricks.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=117577
    4 points
  18. Not to split hairs, as it probably should go to the Ethics thread - but matching TRU.com stil counts as a price MATCH. Some cashiers may do Price Adjustment, but they are actually incorrect in doing so. Price Adjustment is something that is supposed to happen after point of sale, (after coupons have been applied, yadda yadda). Eg: You buy $100 set, apply coupon and TRUTH - and it comes down to $75. You see an advertisement for said set for $70. You can come in and get it ADJUSTED down to $70, getting a refund of $5. With the TRU website, in this example - if you buy something at $140, use a coupon and TRUTH and it comes down to $110, and see it on the website for $115, price adjusting won't do you any good as you are still up $5. You can ask for a Price Match before hand, but coupons will no longer work. Just want people to be aware of what they are doing when they do it. If you are asking for a price that's on TRU.com, it's still a Price Match, and theoretically coupons and whatnot should not apply. Using the Price Adjustment is a loophole as Exciter mentioned, not everyone will do. So if you want to toe the line, at least be aware you are doing so. (Similarly, as most people know - you aren't really "supposed" to stack coupons or even re-use the same coupon.) Again, not starting a war or casting opinions, just stating how the policy is SUPPOSED to work. Carry on.
    4 points
  19. Rule #1: never presume to know the other guy's buy-in price.
    4 points
  20. I smell a big rat. Tumbler should have at least gone to backorder by now unless they have made a whole heap of them by mistake and the retiring soon tag is a ruse. The longer it is available for the horde, the less attractive an investment it will be Vs Death Star.
    3 points
  21. Go to BrickLink. Go to catalog. Search "toll". Click your tile. Click appears in "1 set".
    3 points
  22. 10188 is a great set to own if you are even a seldom lego builder. let's not forgot that. regardless of profits, lego sets are meant to be built.
    3 points
  23. I didn't get well off financially by doing what everyone else does.
    3 points
  24. I'm guessing you've been stuck in stage three grief since you were 8...
    3 points
  25. This will have to be at least $500 to match the 10188. Also they don't tend to use as many hard bricks nowadays, I would doubt that the weight would be more than 2/3 of the 10188. More plates, less bricks, same number of figs, at least 20% higher price. I still say the 10188 will be unique. This should be different in many aspects. Moreover, if they want people who own a 10188 buy this one too they HAVE to make it different.
    3 points
  26. I don't recall any of these people from The Dark Knight...
    3 points
  27. 12x RE for low ball all to same buyer price, netted $200+ profit after fees/shipping Bought 5 more when buying boxes at WM 2x GBH $60 FBM
    3 points
  28. FBA Vulture droid : $58.9 Skiff : $54 Endor Battle Pack : $ 39 Unimog : 320 ( good riddance ) 4x4 crawler : 310 Melavolence : 240 pie face : $43
    3 points
  29. He'll be back next year, fatter than ever.
    3 points
  30. All Hail Random Dude That Said It Will Happen: http://brickset.com/sets/75159-1/The-Death-Star
    2 points
  31. 2 points
  32. I really hope it is a KICK @$$ set. Really...I want HUUUUUUGGGGEEE!!!! HUGE! $500....$600...$700. Make it a 6000 piece set that rotates and has working LEDs and a laser that burns through metal.
    2 points
  33. Here's the Good News,...................... You guys can start Hording this set around June 2021.
    2 points
  34. But these were sold FBA....remember, the restriction does not apply to FBA. The restriction are for self-fulfilled listings. Anyone can FBA!
    2 points
  35. Don't I know it! This is why my TH is still in the box. But I'm wiser now. Now I buy most of my personal builds from AWD so I don't have to face that crossroads again
    2 points
  36. In all likelihood, surprisingly nothing.
    2 points
  37. What's the big surprise? Anybody who paid attention knew a new one was coming. The next STAR WARS movie is based on the DEATH STAR for God's sake. LOL. Long term investors have nothing to fear IMO. QFLLs, sorry, you are outta luck. LEGO played you well. At least you know the 10188 is done. The situation is still the same as last week or last month or whenever.....The new one will in all likelihood, not be a duplicate of the 10188. It will have different characters and a different design...my guess, probably an completed exterior like the 10143 and some removable interior panels that show inner greebles and minifigures...similar to the SSD. Take a breath...
    2 points
  38. Why are people so narcissistic. (There's no question mark 'cause it's not a question). I don't think Lego is creating or not creating any sets based on our actions. They're in business to sell sets. The only time they think of resellers is when they ban you...
    2 points
  39. As a fan of Star Wars and Lego, I never liked this set from it's release. It is too "busy" with several movie scenes with the play areas all too small to have a lot of fun other than a display. The kit repeats Luke Skywalker three times and Han Solo twice. Those figs along with the rest of the gang are all available in other less expensive kits. Please correct me if there is an exclusive figure in this kit. The price point of $400 is a bit steep, especially after the economic meltdown of 2008 when it was released. Finally, as we all know it has been available FOREVER, so as reseller I am glad I never bought a single copy, and I have no plans to regardless of the buy price. After 7 years of hoarding of this kit, Resellers will be "dumping" this kit for the next 10 years trying to get rid of it.
    2 points
  40. Sold a TIE Fighter polybag bundle on eBay this morning. 30276 First Order, 30275 Adv Prototype -- $20
    2 points
  41. I fully agree with your other points, but this one. The stash every reseller has, except 77% of respondents to the most popular discussion topic, on the most popular lego investing site who have between 0-2 ? There are only 2 people in the world who have any clue how hoarded (or not) this thing is. I feel like they've dropped hints over the years that we'd all be surprised how few of these are in reseller hands. This thing is NOT easily hoardable due to the size, weight, expense, perception of imortality etc. It's like common sense. Everyone assumes everyone else has some, but if you check, they probably don't.
    2 points
  42. i totally understand your thought process but this is different. the extra long production run, the stash every reseller has, a possible refresh in the works, the size and weight of the 10188 box (storage and shipping to think about), the 'dated' look of the minifigs which are a strong selling point of this set and a direct refresh means a cheaper option for people who want to buy a doll-house-like death star
    2 points
  43. I have a 7965 MF you can buy to fly around it if you would like!
    2 points
  44. It was more difficult that i thought. I should have payed attention to the 10+ age on the box. But my son enjoyed it. Let me know what you all think.
    2 points
  45. Sopwith Camel $170 Batman Tumbler Chase $60 (eBay, prices include shipping)
    2 points
  46. TRU has them 2 for $6 Friday and Saturday. In-store only.
    2 points
  47. Hi guys/gals... I appreciate the offer. There might be a way to show your appreciation, but it would not be for me personally, it would be a donation to my son's school, which is having financial difficulties. We were notified yesterday of the situation and will be brainstorming ways to raise money to keep a wonderful school open. It is St. Paul School in Burlington, NJ and it's a special place. But as many of you know, Catholic schools always have financial issues and this one has more than most. I am looking for any ideas from the very smart and money savvy BrickPicker Community on fundraising or ways to help keep the school open. I would appreciate any input...Thanks...Ed Mack PS: I am sure many of you thought I was a Devil worshiper, but you were wrong...LOL. I am also kind to animals.
    2 points
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