Mib Mint

How much would u be willing to pay for this device?

So, now that i got a ds, i want to get rid of my gameboy color. The gameboy itself is in Great Condition, it works perfectly fine. Its transparent purple, has got a carrying case that is also in Mint Condition and in which u can play in, a little light that u can connect to it if it gets dark to light up the screen, and 3 games:

Lego Racers, MIB 2, and anoher racing game…..How much do u think it would b worth? I already know of someone who wants to buy it, but I dont know how much its worth.

Go to ebay and see what other people are willing to pay.

LEGO NINJAGO EPIC DRAGON BRAND NEW SEALED MINT IN BOX GREEN NINJA SKALIDOR $154.73

ATLANTIS Lego Set Deep Sea RAIDER. MINT IN BOX. $36.00

Lego 7683 Indiana Jones Fight on the Flying Wing Set New Mint In Box $89.99

MY FIRST ZOO Lego Duplo SET MINT IN BOX, $19.99

Lego Legos DUPLO 5632 & GENERAL MILLS BLUE RACERS CAR MINT IN BOX NEW EXCELLENT $11.99

.Star Wars Lego Hailfire Droid 4481 mint in Box $44.00

.Star Wars Lego Jabbas Palace 4480 and 4476 both mint in box $91.00

.Star Wars Lego Ewok Attack 7139 mint in box. $25.00

.Star Wars Lego Gungan Patrol 7115 mint in box. $20.00

.Star Wars Lego Mini pod racers 4485 x2 both mint in box. Anakins Sabulbas $20.00

RARE Lego Space Police Set #5969 SQUIDMAN’S ESCAPE 100% COMPLETE MIB MINT IN BOX $9.95

Lego # 7675 AT-TE Walker Brand New in Sealed Box Mint BNIB MIB Retired $255.00

Lego Racer #8494 SET MINT IN BOX $75.00

MINT IN BOX Lego 10170 Train TTX Intermodal Double-Stack Car $85.00

MINT IN BOX Lego 10025 Train Santa Fe Baggage Car $170.00

4982 Lego Spongebob SQUAREPANTS 395 PIECES NEW MIB MINT $77.97

NEW Lego City CAMPER # 7639 INCLUDES 2 MINIFIGURES 165 PIECES TOY MINT IN BOX $38.97

NEW LEGO 2008 Bionicle Takanuva # 8699 MINT MIB TOY 267 PCS $30.97

STAR WARS LEGO 7931 JEDI T-6 SHUTTLE W/ 4 Mini Figs Factory Sealed MINT IN BOX $39.99

ATLANTIS LEGO SET # 8057 WRECK RAIDER MINT IN BOX NEW UNOPENED $6.99

Space Police LUNAR LIMO LEGO SET MINT IN BOX FREE SHIP $99.00

LEGO 7191 UCS X-Wing Fighter & 7181 UCS Tie Interceptor Mint in boxes! $650.00

LEGO CITY 4645 Harbor Set – MINT IN BOX with instructions ** harbour ** $0.06

Lego Star Wars 8039 Venator-Class Republic Attack Cruiser~Sealed~Mint In Box~NR $124.99

Lego 10184 City Plan 50th Anniversary Edition Mint in Box!!! $101.88

Vintage 1985 Lego Basic Building Set 310 mint in box $4.99

HERO FACTORY LEGO SET SCORPIO MINT IN BOX $23.00

lego 4548 Speed Regulator for 9v Trains new mint in box $87.00

STAR WARS Lego Tie INTERCEPTOR # 6206 MINT IN BOX RET. $79.99

Lego® Technic #8420 Street Bike MINT IN BOX $225.00

New LEGO Atlantis Wreck Raider (8057) Mint in box 64 pc $19.90

LEGO 1995 DUPLO # 2785 MINT MIB $16.19

LEGO HERO FACTORY WITCH DOCTOR AND FIRE LORD EACH MINT IN BOX FREE U.S. SHIP $89.00

Lego city 7566 Farmer Mini Figure playset MIB Mint in Box! pig dog included $8.88

Lego Star Wars #7965 Millenium Falcon New Mint in Box $155.00

LEGO HERO FACTORY Bionicle #2191 FURNO 3.0 28 pcs Mint In Box Sealed! $18.95

LEGO STAR WARS 8084 SNOWTROOPER Battle Pack 74 PIECES MINT IN BOX Misb Rare $9.34

LEGO UFO 6829 RADON ROVER With Minifig 52 Pcs Mint In Box 1997 $18.95

Lego Star Wars #8097 Slave 1 New Mint in Box $95.00

STAR WARS ECHO BASE LEGO SET. MINT IN BOX. FREE U.S. SHIPPING $55.00

V-19 TORRENT LEGO SET 7674. MINT IN BOX. AS SHOWN FREE U.S. SHIP $169.00

STAR Wars Lego Set #8096 Emperor Palpatine SHUTTLE MINT IN BOX. FREE U.S. SHIP $79.00

LEGO 1996 TECHNIC # 8244 9 MODELS MINT MIB $53.99

LEGO 1995 DUPLO # 2784 MINT MIB $16.19

Lego Pirate Ship MINT in box 6286 – Assembled/See Photos $395.00

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The Care And Feeding Of Die Cast Collections

There are die cast model cars and then, well, there are toys. Where is the dividing line and how to serious collectors of die cast vehicles judge the quality of their collections? Like most things, there’s more to this collecting passion than meets the eye.

Die cast collectors must consider a number of factors that are shared by people in the larger collecting world. How common or rare is a piece they own, what’s the condition, who made the item, is it associated with an important event or person, is it part of a Complete Set or one-of-a kind?

Quality Components

Since the quality of die cast vehicles has evolved over the past century, the value of a car may be related to the year it was produced. Most of the cars manufactured in the early 1900s were made with metal alloys not nearly as durable as today’s metals and polymer plastics. They were simple shells, with painted exteriors and interior details such as Steering Wheels, seats and dashboards. In this case, owners of early die cast model cars might expect a little rust or hairline cracks on their collectible. However, the fact that they own an intact die cast car from this era is a rarity. Of course, the better the condition, the higher the value.

As die cast vehicles became more popular, they also became more detailed. Interiors of cars and trucks were faithfully reproduced. More innovations such as working steering wheels and doors were introduced. The industry became increasingly competitive and some die cast cars were treated like jewelry – polished and presented in the finest detail and packaging possible. Limited editions were introduced specifically to interest the growing number of serious collectors who could count on rarity to enhance their investment.

Getting Serious about Die Cast

A culture developed along with the number of casual and serious collectors. There were questions about how best to preserve and display die cast collections. People were interested in the value of their pieces and completing entire themed collections. For many people, die cast collecting moved from a hobby to a serious passion.

Like all collectors, the buyer is expected to be the ultimate judge of his or her die cast investment. The value of a model is often in its adherence to exact historical detail. Buyers purchase models from manufacturers they trust have done research and cut no corners when it comes to accuracy.

It’s said that a perfect model is one that looks like the real thing, displayed on a showroom floor and ready to be driven away. That means paint jobs and upholstery must reflect historical reality – not the whimsy of the manufacturer. For cars of appropriate eras, working doors, trunks, hoods and other moving parts should be operational. In these matters, an educated collector has the edge on the casual buyer. Collectors not only know the details of the cars, they know which manufacturers adhere to precise detail and deliver what’s promised.

Maintaining and Maturing

Collections also require care from the moment of purchase. Experts advise owners to apply a thin coat of wax to new die cast models using a very soft cloth and Q-Tips to get into the corners and crevasses. Only a light application of wax will help repel dust and clean up any hairline scratches that might mar the finish. They caution to not spray wax directly on the model because wax can build up and dry in places you can’t reach – a cotton cloth instead of a chamois is recommended. Once waxed, a quick buffing makes the model ready for brilliant display.

That said, it’s often the untouched die cast replica that commands the highest prices. In the collecting niche this is known as Mint in Box (MIB). All the packaging and foam that protects the model is untouched and the accompanying paperwork is saved. Some collectors find this level of “investment” isn’t quite as enjoyable as handling and arranging their collections so cars can be appreciated from all angles. Of course, these cars require careful dusting with soft cloths and small, soft bristled brushes from time to time.

There are several group websites and auction sites to help collectors assess the value of their die cast treasures. Whether for pleasure or profit – or perhaps both – die cast model collectors share a love of nostalgia and accuracy for vehicles that never have to stop at the pump to keep on providing pleasure.

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