Alright, I think I took care of some of the double-posts, so now I'll look through the other threads.

Alright, I think I took care of some of the double-posts, so now I'll look through the other threads.

Thank you for your vigilance, I hope we meet one day.

Do you think I'll have issues with TLG if I pick more up. I've read about the banning of accounts on here but with that said this is the first time I've bought this many of one set.

Also I'm paying full Canadian retail so the FB numbers aren't as impressive to me (ATM) as it is for Americans.

I find Canadians a bit strange when it comes to lego and Collectibles. When the SSD was out of stock, it was still there on TRU ca for $499. Two days ago, it was on target for $499USD and over 150 got sold in 24hrs. $499USD plus state tax is way more than what you pay up there if you include currency rate.

The GE is going for $200USD already and not retired on eBay. If I saw the GE at $200 CAD, I'd take everything out. Someone is bound to hit that lego store and make that smart move.

Perhaps the fear is lack of interest in lego in your city? Double check and see if they have SSDs. I bet the FB is back in storage somewhere. Better yet, there's a good chance the Maersk train and green grocer is in the back too. I'll take them both at $800.

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You seem a bit worried. As another poster mentioned, go with your own plan, but don't come crying this time next year when it's selling for $350-$400.

The FB is only EOL for six months. Wait till you see what happens right before Xmas.

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I'm just having a hard time pulling the trigger on purchasing that many of one set. I do have 4 but I'm new to the game and I haven't even sold anything on eBay yet. That's how new I am.

I'm just having a hard time pulling the trigger on purchasing that many of one set. I do have 4 but I'm new to the game and I haven't even sold anything on eBay yet. That's how new I am.

You got time. Just observe for now and don't regret. 4 is good. Your next target would be the pet shop if you miss the GE. You do get a polybag shredder if you bought the GE at the lego store. Get at least $10 reimbursed right there after fees and shipping. Also a chance to build eBay feedbacks.

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Do you think I'll have issues with TLG if I pick more up. I've read about the banning of accounts on here but with that said this is the first time I've bought this many of one set.

Also I'm paying full Canadian retail so the FB numbers aren't as impressive to me (ATM) as it is for Americans.

 

From what happened to me, I think you can buy 5 of any one set total and LEGO Shop at Home won't care.

From what happened to me, I think you can buy 5 of any one set total and LEGO Shop at Home won't care.

 

Its different for everyone. I wouldn't risk it though. they will care.

I find Canadians a bit strange when it comes to lego and Collectibles. When the SSD was out of stock, it was still there on TRU ca for $499. Two days ago, it was on target for $499USD and over 150 got sold in 24hrs. $499USD plus state tax is way more than what you pay up there if you include currency rate.

The GE is going for $200USD already and not retired on eBay. If I saw the GE at $200 CAD, I'd take everything out. Someone is bound to hit that lego store and make that smart move.

Perhaps the fear is lack of interest in lego in your city? Double check and see if they have SSDs. I bet the FB is back in storage somewhere. Better yet, there's a good chance the Maersk train and green grocer is in the back too. I'll take them both at $800.

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I, for one, had no problem picking up a SSD for retail, nor do I have issues with the GE, for me, it's about spreading out the resources.. Each pay, I was picking up a HH, GE and a CV.

Just to build reserves..

But with a higher retail price and less advantage to eBay (ie, if an American buys it, shipping will be huge), Canadian's may not see the same insta-flow that Americans would.

Basically, you have to wait till the price you want to get for a set is under enough to compensate for shipping (or sell locally, which sucks because local ads are treated like garage sales)

So, while I don't know about the rest of Canada, at least in Toronto, there are no FB or Maersk trains hiding in the back.. Although TRU.ca have a ton of UCS B-wings still.

If you're in Toronto, you're probably in better shape in terms of selling to the secondary market for all kinds of sets.

Local ads can be seen as garage sales but the same people looking also look through eBay. Stand your ground on the prices and tell them the price is firm.

This is a big set and requires less running around looking for buyers. Beats trying to sell friends and some city sets in small loads. One GE sale can equate to ten small sets.

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If you're in Toronto, you're probably in better shape in terms of selling to the secondary market for all kinds of sets.

Local ads can be seen as garage sales but the same people looking also look through eBay. Stand your ground on the prices and tell them the price is firm.

This is a big set and requires less running around looking for buyers. Beats trying to sell friends and some city sets in small loads. One GE sale can equate to ten small sets.

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You got time. Just observe for now and don't regret. 4 is good. Your next target would be the pet shop if you miss the GE. You do get a polybag shredder if you bought the GE at the lego store. Get at least $10 reimbursed right there after fees and shipping. Also a chance to build eBay feedbacks.

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Speaking of PS, I have a priority investment list:

 

10214 2010 Tower Bridge 300cdn/240us

10211 2010 Grand Emporium, 200cdn/150us  (4)

10218 2011 Pet shop, 200cdn/150us

10220 2011 VW t1 camper, 130cdn/120us (2)

10226 2012 sopwith camel, 130cdn/100us

10224 2012 Town hall, 250cdn/200us

10232 2013 Palace Cinema 200cdn/150us

10234 2013 Sydney Opera House 380cdn/320us

10243 2014 Parisian Restaurant 190cdn/160us

75059 2014 Sandcrawler 400cdn/300us

10242 2014 Mini Cooper MKVII ???cdn/100us

70810 2014 Metal Beards Sea Cow 300cdn/250us

 

These are in priority order. My goal is at least 4 of each set, 1 for my collection and 3 for resale (hopefully at +30-35% to pay for my personal). What do you guys think?

The reason why people like speedsausage isn't picking up every GE is probably because the Vancouver market is flooded with Lego. For example, supraboy is based here and he's selling exclusives 25-50 dollars cheaper than Canadian msrp after taxes, so when there's a need we can just buy from him! Lol

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The reason why people like speedsausage isn't picking up every GE is probably because the Vancouver market is flooded with Lego. For example, supraboy is based here and he's selling exclusives 25-50 dollars cheaper than Canadian msrp after taxes, so when there's a need we can just buy from him! Lol

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This is true. Just scanning craigslist daily shows that, but i guess i should be crossing the border when the americans have sales so I can stay competitive in the future.

Speaking of PS, I have a priority investment list:

 

10214 2010 Tower Bridge 300cdn/240us

10211 2010 Grand Emporium, 200cdn/150us  (4)

10218 2011 Pet shop, 200cdn/150us

10220 2011 VW t1 camper, 130cdn/120us (2)

10226 2012 sopwith camel, 130cdn/100us

10224 2012 Town hall, 250cdn/200us

10232 2013 Palace Cinema 200cdn/150us

10234 2013 Sydney Opera House 380cdn/320us

10243 2014 Parisian Restaurant 190cdn/160us

75059 2014 Sandcrawler 400cdn/300us

10242 2014 Mini Cooper MKVII ???cdn/100us

70810 2014 Metal Beards Sea Cow 300cdn/250us

 

These are in priority order. My goal is at least 4 of each set, 1 for my collection and 3 for resale (hopefully at +30-35% to pay for my personal). What do you guys think?

 

 

I think most people will tell you that you still got plenty of time on all the sets that were released from 2013.  So I wouldn't buy Palace Cinema just yet.

No R2-D2?  no Super Heroes stuff? and no Friends?

 

I think you should get some Super Heroes and Friends stuff for Christmas flipping to earn some quick cash.

I think most people will tell you that you still got plenty of time on all the sets that were released from 2013. So I wouldn't buy Palace Cinema just yet.

No R2-D2? no Super Heroes stuff? and no Friends?

I think you should get some Super Heroes and Friends stuff for Christmas flipping to earn some quick cash.

Agreed, super heroes should be high on the list. AA and power lex should be loaded up.

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I think most people will tell you that you still got plenty of time on all the sets that were released from 2013.  So I wouldn't buy Palace Cinema just yet.

No R2-D2?  no Super Heroes stuff? and no Friends?

 

I think you should get some Super Heroes and Friends stuff for Christmas flipping to earn some quick cash.

My bad, I should have been more specific, these are for long term investments not flipping so much (except maybe the mini). I know there is no hurry on most of these, just a list of priorities. As for R2D2, I just for got to add him. No way Im not picking him up, at least one anyways.

Im not sure what AA is?

Im not sure what AA is?

Nevermind Arkum Asy. and I do have 2 of those too.

Speaking of PS, I have a priority investment list:

10214 2010 Tower Bridge 300cdn/240us

10211 2010 Grand Emporium, 200cdn/150us (4)

10218 2011 Pet shop, 200cdn/150us

10220 2011 VW t1 camper, 130cdn/120us (2)

10226 2012 sopwith camel, 130cdn/100us

10224 2012 Town hall, 250cdn/200us

10232 2013 Palace Cinema 200cdn/150us

10234 2013 Sydney Opera House 380cdn/320us

10243 2014 Parisian Restaurant 190cdn/160us

75059 2014 Sandcrawler 400cdn/300us

10242 2014 Mini Cooper MKVII ???cdn/100us

70810 2014 Metal Beards Sea Cow 300cdn/250us

These are in priority order. My goal is at least 4 of each set, 1 for my collection and 3 for resale (hopefully at +30-35% to pay for my personal). What do you guys think?

Why would the sea cow be after the mini, which isn't even out yet?

Why would the sea cow be after the mini, which isn't even out yet?

I'm going to guess its because not too many people are high on that set. Refer back to the thread from a week or two ago, talking about 2014's biggest flops.

I'm going to guess its because not too many people are high on that set. Refer back to the thread from a week or two ago, talking about 2014's biggest flops.

It's a good thing I don't listen to other people...

Why would the sea cow be after the mini, which isn't even out yet?

Just more of a personal preference, I'm a fan of those sets. Also at this moment, budget restraints. A little more economical for me to pick up some minis. Remember, I'm not doing this at the scale most of you guys are. I class myself as a collector first!

Surprised not to see the MKII crane on the hoarding list. Just check the unimog prices now. Even a simple technic set that has an MSRP of around $100, after EOL, I've sold easily for a double.

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To be fair to Mr. Sausage, he did list 12 sets.  Everyone has their own list.  Mine has 100 or so sets on it....LOL