TheOrcKing Posted September 13, 2014 Share Posted September 13, 2014 ROFL: http://www.ebay.com/itm/LEGO-Ultimate-Collectors-Series-Rainbow-Millennium-Falcon-Set-10179-UCS/331317322660I believe that "Ghetto Edition" Millennium Falcon belongs to someone here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest brickcrazyhouse Posted September 13, 2014 Share Posted September 13, 2014 I was looking at their other listing and saw http://www.ebay.com/itm/LEGO-Sculptures-Statue-Of-Liberty-Set-3450-American-Flag-MOC-Colors-/331317229560?pt=Building_Toys_US&hash=item4d240bb7f8 and thought I had recalled it here at some point Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Migration Posted September 13, 2014 Share Posted September 13, 2014 I was looking at their other listing and saw http://www.ebay.com/itm/LEGO-Sculptures-Statue-Of-Liberty-Set-3450-American-Flag-MOC-Colors-/331317229560?pt=Building_Toys_US&hash=item4d240bb7f8 and thought I had recalled it here at some point Didn't The Brick Show do a review on that or one that was very similar? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest brickcrazyhouse Posted September 13, 2014 Share Posted September 13, 2014 (edited) your right maybe thats where I'm remembering it Edited September 13, 2014 by brickcrazyhouse Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
srm_520 Posted September 13, 2014 Share Posted September 13, 2014 I say open it! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DoNotInsertIntoMouth Posted September 13, 2014 Share Posted September 13, 2014 I was looking at their other listing and saw http://www.ebay.com/itm/LEGO-Sculptures-Statue-Of-Liberty-Set-3450-American-Flag-MOC-Colors-/331317229560?pt=Building_Toys_US&hash=item4d240bb7f8 and thought I had recalled it here at some point That one is a little much for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kenxxx Posted September 15, 2014 Share Posted September 15, 2014 I think the rainbow falcon is awesome. Symmetry or not, it's a pop art piece. It's already at $300... I bet it goes a good deal higher. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
exciter1 Posted September 22, 2014 Share Posted September 22, 2014 Yowza! http://www.ebay.com/itm/LEGO-Ultimate-Collectors-Series-Rainbow-Millennium-Falcon-Set-10179-UCS-/331317322660?pt=Building_Toys_US&hash=item4d240d23a4 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaisonline Posted September 22, 2014 Share Posted September 22, 2014 Yowza! http://www.ebay.com/itm/LEGO-Ultimate-Collectors-Series-Rainbow-Millennium-Falcon-Set-10179-UCS-/331317322660?pt=Building_Toys_US&hash=item4d240d23a4 Yeah, it's rainbow brite 10179 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
No More Monkeys Posted September 22, 2014 Share Posted September 22, 2014 (edited) Yowza!http://www.ebay.com/itm/LEGO-Ultimate-Collectors-Series-Rainbow-Millennium-Falcon-Set-10179-UCS-/331317322660?pt=Building_Toys_US&hash=item4d240d23a4 Is that about 10 cents per piece? Not bad for the seller :-) If he sourced them right... Edited September 22, 2014 by No More Monkeys Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gregpj Posted September 22, 2014 Share Posted September 22, 2014 Wow.... pop art or not, that's crazy. I wonder if the winner is planning on trying to reassemble it in the same rainbow style or if they're hoping it can be turned into something a little less hard on the eyes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iromby Posted October 20, 2014 Share Posted October 20, 2014 I found a source of MISB sets of 10179. I can even order 10 if I wanted. Is this myth or could it be true? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
biniou Posted October 20, 2014 Share Posted October 20, 2014 I found a source of MISB sets of 10179. I can even order 10 if I wanted. Is this myth or could it be true? Seriously, run away. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
No More Monkeys Posted October 20, 2014 Share Posted October 20, 2014 I found a source of MISB sets of 10179. I can even order 10 if I wanted. Is this myth or could it be true? Well, whoever is selling, they would be losing lots of money... Is it a physical place? If online, maybe place test order, but using some method of payment where you can reverse payment if they never ship. Check what else they sell. If they also sell Taj Mahals or 10030s for MSRP, I would really recommend researching into who exactly they are Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Huskers1236 Posted October 20, 2014 Share Posted October 20, 2014 I found a source of MISB sets of 10179. I can even order 10 if I wanted. Is this myth or could it be true? At what price? If it's anything lower than the going rate, I would lean heavily toward scam. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iromby Posted October 20, 2014 Share Posted October 20, 2014 Well, whoever is selling, they would be losing lots of money... Is it a physical place? If online, maybe place test order, but using some method of payment where you can reverse payment if they never ship. Check what else they sell. If they also sell Taj Mahals or 10030s for MSRP, I would really recommend researching into who exactly they are Most seem to be UK based wholesale companies for Legos in General. The rates seem dependent on the number of items ordered. I will check if they are known in chambers of commerce Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alpinemaps Posted October 20, 2014 Share Posted October 20, 2014 If someone manages to recreate one using Friends theme colors, that would be hilarious... Hmm.... Challenge *might* be accepted. I will file that one away. I have a different MOC I'd like to get built first. But a Friends themed MF....hmmm.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarleyMoose Posted October 21, 2014 Share Posted October 21, 2014 So here is my dilemma. A trusted guy I've bought some SW UCS sets from in the past from CL wants to unload his 10179 Falcons. He has two. One that is BL'd together with the usual substitute parts. The second Falcon though, is the Grail. Original, First Edition, complete, box, instructions, mini-figs, certificate of authenticity (unopened), sticker sheet, etc. Box is worn though but the rest is mint. Together one time, and disassembled. What would you guys offer on either. I want the 1st edition but may have to settle for the BL'd set with no box, instructions or sticker. The lady will kill me either way but..... He's giving me first shot before he lists them. Here's the pics he sent of the Grail. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaisonline Posted October 22, 2014 Share Posted October 22, 2014 So here is my dilemma. A trusted guy I've bought some SW UCS sets from in the past from CL wants to unload his 10179 Falcons. He has two. One that is BL'd together with the usual substitute parts. The second Falcon though, is the Grail. Original, First Edition, complete, box, instructions, mini-figs, certificate of authenticity (unopened), sticker sheet, etc. Box is worn though but the rest is mint. Together one time, and disassembled. What would you guys offer on either. I want the 1st edition but may have to settle for the BL'd set with no box, instructions or sticker. The lady will kill me either way but..... He's giving me first shot before he lists them. Here's the pics he sent of the Grail.I was in nearly the same spot as you. Buy a legit used one or bricklink it. I then thought to myself, if I'm spending all this cash and want to maintain my investment....screw it, I'm going all in. While I didn't get a first edition, I did get loose one with an opened box and excellent conditioned manual. I think you will ultimately have regrets if buying a bricklinked one with substitute (aka wrong) elements. To me, the 2 black masts, unprinted radar dish, etc... just look incomplete. I wouldn't like to pay more than $1,600 but that's me. I assume he'll want closer to $2k since it's includes a 1st edition cert and box. The cert itself sells for $150-$225. The box is another $100 or so in that shape. Unused sticker sheets fetch $175-250 easily, Since this sounds more like a collection item for you (instead of an investment), be prepared to splurge more than usual. In the grand scheme of things, what is a couple of hundred if it makes you happy? Here is the one I purchased earlier this yr. http://community.brickpicker.com/topic/8810-building-the-10179-ucs-millennium-falcon/ 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
junkrigger Posted October 22, 2014 Share Posted October 22, 2014 With all the reproduction stickers out there now, I think it is better to get a complete set from a reputable source. Unless you are a seasoned falcon builder and have seen multiple ones in person in can be difficult to tell if all the pieces are there, even on a completely built ebay auction, you gonna count all those gray levers. I had a sealed pair of them I bought years ago but still had to splurge and buy one of the first editions, and yes I justified it by saying to myself and the head of the finance department that I would sell it sometime later, but we all know that's not gonna happen. Get yourself a nice acrylic display case so you don't' have to keep dusting and enjoy whatever you decide. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaisonline Posted October 22, 2014 Share Posted October 22, 2014 Also, I assume you can meet this guy in-person since it's CL. if so, I would politely stress that you buying the buy saves him on fees and time (e.g. shipping hassles, unhappy eBay buyers, finding a buyer, etc...). Basically, it's an easy sell. All what I typed above should save you money in addition to being a repeat customer of his. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarleyMoose Posted October 22, 2014 Share Posted October 22, 2014 Well, I started by offering $1650 and he got back to me saying he had offers over $3000. I told him to take one of those offers because the best I could do was $2000. Damn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaisonline Posted October 22, 2014 Share Posted October 22, 2014 Well, I started by offering $1650 and he got back to me saying he had offers over $3000. I told him to take one of those offers because the best I could do was $2000. Damn wow, $3k? makes me want to sell my non-1st edition boxed set. heck, i'll even throw in a legit 1st edition cert (# 3,xxx something) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaisonline Posted October 22, 2014 Share Posted October 22, 2014 wise advice. luckily, my set was missing only a handful of common elements when i bought it. element prices quickly add up and that's before you realize multiple sellers are needed even for something only like 5 elements. With all the reproduction stickers out there now, I think it is better to get a complete set from a reputable source. Unless you are a seasoned falcon builder and have seen multiple ones in person in can be difficult to tell if all the pieces are there, even on a completely built ebay auction, you gonna count all those gray levers. I had a sealed pair of them I bought years ago but still had to splurge and buy one of the first editions, and yes I justified it by saying to myself and the head of the finance department that I would sell it sometime later, but we all know that's not gonna happen. Get yourself a nice acrylic display case so you don't' have to keep dusting and enjoy whatever you decide. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarleyMoose Posted October 22, 2014 Share Posted October 22, 2014 Thanks guys. I figure I may be able to get a NIB non 1st edition for @$3000+. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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