[Closed] Fathers collection

I should write this down somewhere....

...because it seems like I write it "x" times a year.

First, I am sorry for your loss and hope you are doing well.

Three things to consider:
1) If the models have boxes and are Mint in Box (MIB) or were stored in a closed case and can be returned to the box secured for transport, that's in your favor. It's also important that they are not dusty and were kept in a non-smoking environment. Cars kept in the open, without boxes, are at least 50% less valuable and even less if they were inexpensive at time of purchase.

2) If the models are in the mid range of pricing originally (AUTO art, Kyosho, GMP, etc) or higher pricing (Exoto, CMC, BBR) it will be easier to sell the than if they are lower price point models (Signature, ERTL, Maisto, Motormax, etc.)

3) You will maximize both the amount you get for the collection and the time it takes to sell it if you sell the cars individually. Trying to sell the entire collection is usually pretty tough and only at huge markdowns - the odds of someone needing the exact cars in the collection, as a group, are pretty slim. That said sometimes it's easier to sell in lots (Indy Cars, Pre-War Cars, etc.)

So, large collection, lower price point models?
If you want to get rid of it quick, the best thing to do is try and sell locally to an estate sale company or list at an auction house. Trying to auction individually is likely to be a painful and long term process.

Mid to high price point + boxes? Sell models individually?
The best place to value models, individually, is ebay. What people ask for models is irrelevant; look up closed sales where you can identify the winning bid. Remember to figure in shipping. If you aren't using ebay, you won't get top of market, so figure that in your pricing. You can also look up winning bids on our Forum.

Finally, you might tell us where you are and ask if anyone here knows someone...you never know. If you can send someone a spreadsheet, they might look at it if you ask nicely or offer them a model or two for their trouble.

That's where to start from my chair...good luck!

If you have a list, and are in original boxes we may be interested. 763/425-6020 Supercar Collectibles (Jim)

I am interested in your Fathers collection

I am very sorry to hear about the passing of your dad.

I would be interested in what models die cast he has in his collection? can you print out a list for me and email it to me at krwaxbz@yahoo.com .

Again I know what it is to loose some one close I been their and it has not left me since.
Sincerely
Bob Geco

If you are ready to send them across US border, please revert with your email id, I may be interested in some models.

Rgds

Rick - if you decide to sell models individually, I would be interested in seeing a list of the collection. Alternatively, I could send you a list of models I would be interested in to see if they are in the collection. You can reach me at rlawhn@gmail.com.

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Thank you for all the input. I do have all the original boxes and the cars were in my dads office on a wall of shelves. I estimated approx. 80 cars. Most are on stands and do have some dust on the top.i took some pics and will generate a list for those looking to add to their collection. Once again thanks and it may take me a little time to put it all together as I recently lost my wife to cancer on June 5th.