Re: any fans of star wars?
"Paladium"
[quote="Badern"]
Guess a lot of us were conned by the perceived collectibility and expected price increase that never really happened :(
I have a a number of star wars stuff stashed away as well. But I took out the vehicles as I just cannot stand it any more. Might as well use the, as display pieces. ;)
Now why did many of u think that the price will go up? i remember there was a period when there was a star wars wave and anything related flew off shelves and pre-orders, was it during the prequel trilogy time? Nearly busted $500 on a bust of the stormtrooper and the bike..[/quote]
Why did many think the prices will go up? I am no expert in toys but I remember in the 90s star wars toys from the 80s were fetching a pretty penny. Not only toys but comics as well were experiencing an increased interest with 1st run mint issues going at high prices.
For me I bought the star wars stuff becos I liked them and finally had the cash (from teaching tuition and NS) to buy them. Of course if they were to appreciate in price so much the better. But too bad... :)