Cheese Posted October 21, 2016 Share Posted October 21, 2016 The fact that it's not a ship or an iconic character will hold this back when compared to most recent SW retirements. Hence 300 tops is probably about right. Hence after fees and costs you're probably going to be lucky to clear 100 assuming you bought in at 20% off RRP. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest TabbyBoy Posted October 21, 2016 Share Posted October 21, 2016 2 minutes ago, LahH001 said: The fact that it's not a ship or an iconic character will hold this back when compared to most recent SW retirements. Hence 300 tops is probably about right. Hence after fees and costs you're probably going to be lucky to clear 100 assuming you bought in at 20% off RRP. Those are my thoughts too ;-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fenix_2k1 Posted October 21, 2016 Share Posted October 21, 2016 19 minutes ago, LahH001 said: The fact that it's not a ship or an iconic character will hold this back when compared to most recent SW retirements. Hence 300 tops is probably about right. Hence after fees and costs you're probably going to be lucky to clear 100 assuming you bought in at 20% off RRP. The thing is as both you and me know UCS collectors want to fill their collections. I bought The UCS Jedi Starfighter even though it got no love and I'm still hunting for the UCS B Wing which was again unloved while it was out. The EV is great as a centre piece for a scene build with an IST and At-St 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thebluewizard Posted October 21, 2016 Share Posted October 21, 2016 37 minutes ago, LahH001 said: The fact that it's not a ship or an iconic character will hold this back when compared to most recent SW retirements. Hence 300 tops is probably about right. Hence after fees and costs you're probably going to be lucky to clear 100 assuming you bought in at 20% off RRP. Which is compensated by the large amount of minifigs. It's a UCS set in all but name. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GiliusThunderhead Posted October 21, 2016 Share Posted October 21, 2016 18 minutes ago, Fenix_2k1 said: The thing is as both you and me know UCS collectors want to fill their collections. I bought The UCS Jedi Starfighter even though it got no love and I'm still hunting for the UCS B Wing which was again unloved while it was out. The EV is great as a centre piece for a scene build with an IST and At-St Sorry for the OT but i love that hyperdrive ring set (sadly dont own one) and I really like the Naboo fighter too (don't think ti will do well in the after market mind). EV is definitely top 3 for me but really is a set that has to be seen in person before being able to fully appreciate. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Val-E Posted October 21, 2016 Share Posted October 21, 2016 On 10/21/2016 at 9:18 AM, Fenix_2k1 said: The thing is as both you and me know UCS collectors want to fill their collections. I bought The UCS Jedi Starfighter even though it got no love and I'm still hunting for the UCS B Wing which was again unloved while it was out. The EV is great as a centre piece for a scene build with an IST and At-St Doesn´t pass the CEO desk test, though. Slave 1 is a great UCS as you can display it vertically and it has a small footprint. Something to consider for all those single SW fans still living with their parents or in a studio appartment too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LegoBro Posted October 21, 2016 Share Posted October 21, 2016 Doesn´t pass the CEO desk test, though. Slave 1 is a great UCS as you can display it vertically and it has a small footprint. Something to consider for all those single SW fans still living with their parents or in a studio appartment too.Well it passes the horder test. Looks to be out of stock at walmart.com after being priced at 216 for the past 2 weeks. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tjj1984 Posted October 22, 2016 Share Posted October 22, 2016 On 10/21/2016 at 9:18 AM, Fenix_2k1 said: The thing is as both you and me know UCS collectors want to fill their collections. I bought The UCS Jedi Starfighter even though it got no love and I'm still hunting for the UCS B Wing which was again unloved while it was out. The EV is great as a centre piece for a scene build with an IST and At-St It's a great set, but who are these UCS collectors that haven't already bought it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Furious_george Posted October 22, 2016 Share Posted October 22, 2016 Still in primary school. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fenix_2k1 Posted October 22, 2016 Share Posted October 22, 2016 36 minutes ago, tjj1984 said: It's a great set, but who are these UCS collectors that haven't already bought it? The ones who start next year or have come into more money or thought they had another year. For example I only started this year and have picked up. 10188 Death Star 10212 Imperial Shuttle 10215 Obi Wans Jedi Interceptor 10221 SSD 10225 R2 D2 10236 EV 10240 Red 5 75059 Sandcrawler 75060 Slave 1 75095 Tie Fighter There's always people coming back to the fold who pick up the new UCS's then head for the back catalog. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Furious_george Posted October 22, 2016 Share Posted October 22, 2016 Wow. Took us years to get all them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tjj1984 Posted October 22, 2016 Share Posted October 22, 2016 57 minutes ago, Fenix_2k1 said: The ones who start next year or have come into more money or thought they had another year. For example I only started this year and have picked up. Same here. Just out of curiosity, what brought you back in? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cheese Posted October 22, 2016 Share Posted October 22, 2016 The ones who start next year or have come into more money or thought they had another year. For example I only started this year and have picked up. 10188 Death Star 10212 Imperial Shuttle 10215 Obi Wans Jedi Interceptor 10221 SSD 10225 R2 D2 10236 EV 10240 Red 5 75059 Sandcrawler 75060 Slave 1 75095 Tie Fighter There's always people coming back to the fold who pick up the new UCS's then head for the back catalog. What, no AOH? Thought you were a completist! :-) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Val-E Posted October 22, 2016 Share Posted October 22, 2016 4 hours ago, tjj1984 said: Same here. Just out of curiosity, what brought you back in? A Jedi mind trick by Jørgen Vig Knudstorp. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fenix_2k1 Posted October 22, 2016 Share Posted October 22, 2016 10 hours ago, tjj1984 said: Same here. Just out of curiosity, what brought you back in? My mrs bought me 10188 last christmas. Probably wishes she hadn't 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mudcatsfan Posted October 22, 2016 Share Posted October 22, 2016 (edited) 1 hour ago, Fenix_2k1 said: My mrs bought me 10188 last christmas. Probably wishes she hadn't Mine bought me 7965 back in 2012 (or around then). I KNOW she wishes she hadn't. Edited October 22, 2016 by mudcatsfan 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
allen9917 Posted October 22, 2016 Share Posted October 22, 2016 Not a lot of faith in this set. The ships and vehicles are what make Star Wars Star Wars. I don't see this one out perform the red5, which hasn't taken off yet 1 year after EOL. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lego Templar Posted October 22, 2016 Share Posted October 22, 2016 Not a lot of faith in this set. The ships and vehicles are what make Star Wars Star Wars. I don't see this one out perform the red5, which hasn't taken off yet 1 year after EOL.I think you're in the minority with that mind set. I think that's exactly why it appeals to people. "Oh another tie fighter and X wing..." It's a close UCS without the sticker (which the badge means nothing anymore) it displays nicely and I honesty think it will do well post retirement for that reason...it's different and from an iconic scene/battle. Anyone 21+ who grew up with OT would want this set. It may not be for everyone but don't be mistaken and say it's a led balloon. I personally havnt built mine yet but looking forward to it and displaying it. Has more to "look at" than most all grey ships. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LegoBro Posted October 22, 2016 Share Posted October 22, 2016 Not a lot of faith in this set. The ships and vehicles are what make Star Wars Star Wars. I don't see this one out perform the red5, which hasn't taken off yet 1 year after EOL.Just my measly 2 cents and anyone can feel free to correct me and make it worth 1 cent. Red 5 goes for about 280 on bricklink maybe more on ebay? Been retired for about a year after selling at RRP for 199 here in the states. That's not bad appreciation IMO for a year. I think most of us here are just not holders. We can purchase the item, but we just don't know how to hold the item. Reminds me of the Seinfeld reservation episode. Anyhow, I purchased most of my ewoks at 216 and I'm prepared to hold for at least 2 to 3 years barring any remake. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sfcommando14 Posted October 22, 2016 Share Posted October 22, 2016 Just my measly 2 cents and anyone can feel free to correct me and make it worth 1 cent. Red 5 goes for about 280 on bricklink maybe more on ebay? Been retired for about a year after selling at RRP for 199 here in the states. That's not bad appreciation IMO for a year. I think most of us here are just not holders. We can purchase the item, but we just don't know how to hold the item. Reminds me of the Seinfeld reservation episode. Anyhow, I purchased most of my ewoks at 216 and I'm prepared to hold for at least 2 to 3 years barring any remake.$280 is basically zero appreciation. That is shipping and fees + RRP + $20 tops. Most people don't consider that any appreciation at all, since it is not really profitable to sell at that cost considering the risk with returns. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LegoBro Posted October 22, 2016 Share Posted October 22, 2016 $280 is basically zero appreciation. That is shipping and fees + RRP + $20 tops. Most people don't consider that any appreciation at all, since it is not really profitable to sell at that cost considering the risk with returns.For a short term investment absolutely yes if not selling locally. But who's talking short term? Again I'm absolutely new to the game. So spoiled by immediate growth spurts out the gate I am not. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Val-E Posted October 22, 2016 Share Posted October 22, 2016 46 minutes ago, legoboy16 said: Just my measly 2 cents and anyone can feel free to correct me and make it worth 1 cent. Red 5 goes for about 280 on bricklink maybe more on ebay? Been retired for about a year after selling at RRP for 199 here in the states. That's not bad appreciation IMO for a year. I think most of us here are just not holders. We can purchase the item, but we just don't know how to hold the item. Reminds me of the Seinfeld reservation episode. Anyhow, I purchased most of my ewoks at 216 and I'm prepared to hold for at least 2 to 3 years barring any remake. Recent remakes have taught us to beware of long holds. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tjj1984 Posted October 22, 2016 Share Posted October 22, 2016 6 hours ago, Sfcommando14 said: $280 is basically zero appreciation. That is shipping and fees + RRP + $20 tops. Most people don't consider that any appreciation at all, since it is not really profitable to sell at that cost considering the risk with returns. I'd also like to add that it's been around $280 for all of 2016. It went up initially after retirement and has since plateaued. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
siddji Posted October 22, 2016 Share Posted October 22, 2016 Listed as retiring soon on shop@home UK. i have 3 which should be good enough to hold on to. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluebeatz Posted October 29, 2016 Share Posted October 29, 2016 What is a realistic Price expectation for the EV of it retieers at the end of the year in Dez 17? Would €300 be a realistic sum? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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