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Optimistic Prime wrote:Ill post pics when I can take them. Lets just say its clear, red, and is composed of 5 pieces

Just re-posting. Looks like robofreak and I posted at the same time

Post the pics dude. So what if a bunch of haters are gonna hate. They're apparently the minority. I get annoyed seeing these holier than thou individuals try to make you feel guilty. Like I said, it'd be a sad individual to sulk around the house pissed at fans who legally purchased the items rather than being angry with his or her mom. And anyone in here who says they wouldn't have taken that 10 dollar Shadow Commander is a bold face liar.

Congrats again, and I'm looking forward to seeing the pics. I like it when fellow fans score great deals!

WolfDawg wrote:Post the pics dude. So what if a bunch of haters are gonna hate. They're apparently the minority. I get annoyed seeing these holier than thou individuals try to make you feel guilty. Like I said, it'd be a sad individual to sulk around the house pissed at fans who legally purchased the items rather than being angry with his or her mom. And anyone in here who says they wouldn't have taken that 10 dollar Shadow Commander is a bold face liar.

Congrats again, and I'm looking forward to seeing the pics. I like it when fellow fans score great deals!

Unfortunately Landquake, Breakaway, and Skyfall are missing their guns, but next time I go back to buy I am going to check the bottoms of the boxes for them.

Awesome grab. But I'm confused now.....

went back.....like an ongoing garage sale? or did I miss something?

dirk2243 wrote:Awesome grab. But I'm confused now.....

went back.....like an ongoing garage sale? or did I miss something?

Got the person's number, so I could stay in contact and purchase more that were not out at the time.

Optimistic Prime wrote:

WolfDawg wrote:Post the pics dude. So what if a bunch of haters are gonna hate. They're apparently the minority. I get annoyed seeing these holier than thou individuals try to make you feel guilty. Like I said, it'd be a sad individual to sulk around the house pissed at fans who legally purchased the items rather than being angry with his or her mom. And anyone in here who says they wouldn't have taken that 10 dollar Shadow Commander is a bold face liar.

Congrats again, and I'm looking forward to seeing the pics. I like it when fellow fans score great deals!

Unfortunately Landquake, Breakaway, and Skyfall are missing their guns, but next time I go back to buy I am going to check the bottoms of the boxes for them.

You, my friend, are one lucky mofo. If I were you I'd definitely go back. Seems like there are some real gems that are being sold! Bleed 'em dry buddy!!!

Optimistic Prime wrote:

dirk2243 wrote:Awesome grab. But I'm confused now.....

went back.....like an ongoing garage sale? or did I miss something?

Got the person's number, so I could stay in contact and purchase more that were not out at the time.

pfffft....you might as well have them put you on a finance plan and give you the box for low monthly payments.

dirk2243 wrote:

Optimistic Prime wrote:

dirk2243 wrote:Awesome grab. But I'm confused now.....

went back.....like an ongoing garage sale? or did I miss something?

Got the person's number, so I could stay in contact and purchase more that were not out at the time.

pfffft....you might as well have them put you on a finance plan and give you the box for low monthly payments.

Well I guess the box that the Nexus figures came in is now gone. So I am basically screwed on getting the missing pieces. Any one know the value of an incomplete Nexus? Probably just gonna end up selling it since I cant get the complete figure.

Hmm...not sure how much you could get for him. He doesn't have the weapons that form the hands and feet...so you can't really combine him (which is the sole purpose of having a Nexus Prime). I'd throw up an offer, but I'm not sure I'd want him if he's not complete...

WolfDawg wrote:Hmm...not sure how much you could get for him. He doesn't have the weapons that form the hands and feet...so you can't really combine him (which is the sole purpose of having a Nexus Prime). I'd throw up an offer, but I'm not sure I'd want him if he's not complete...

Yeah I know, its kinda depressing. I have been looking for spare parts but its almost impossible to find them. Even for the repaints of the same figures people are price gouging. The only thing I could try to do is find out whole the person sold them too and see if I can make contact with them to purchase the parts.

Optimistic Prime wrote:

WolfDawg wrote:Hmm...not sure how much you could get for him. He doesn't have the weapons that form the hands and feet...so you can't really combine him (which is the sole purpose of having a Nexus Prime). I'd throw up an offer, but I'm not sure I'd want him if he's not complete...

Yeah I know, its kinda depressing. I have been looking for spare parts but its almost impossible to find them. Even for the repaints of the same figures people are price gouging. The only thing I could try to do is find out whole the person sold them too and see if I can make contact with them to purchase the parts.

Well if you can't find the extra parts, and you're still interested in selling the figures, just shoot me a PM and we may be able to work something out.

Also you may want to visit EBAY and Craigslist "since you obviously live in the same city as the person who bought the box" over the next couple of days. If the pieces are in there, and they know what they are..... it might show up?

(if you can't find out who bought them that is)

LOST Cybertronian wrote:There are plenty of collectors who don't keep boxes. There is probably more that don't than do keep boxes.

I keep the boxes, just with the figs out 1st. then i cut out the bubble and throw em away (deluxes) or flatten the whole damned thing (voyager/real boxes)

Optimistic Prime wrote:
Got the person's number, so I could stay in contact and purchase more that were not out at the time.

Wait... you got his number and went back... Does that mean he sold shadow commander on PURPOSE? and is willing to sell away his collection? (how much did you get that nexus prime for?)

Argh why Asia no garages!

More pics for your enjoyment. Transforming this guy without instructions was interesting.









And his final resting place The fella to the right came from the same sale

Very nice!

Wow, that's some amazing finds! The most I've found for transformers at yard/garage sales this year was an Armada Megs, which some old lady snatched up. A few minutes before that my mother-in-law found a near mint interactive r2d2. This thing is amazing!

The best I found last year was an FAB Jolt, a ROTF Rampage and the scout warship. All went to my son. I only collect HA and Leaders and maybe something else if it catches my eye. It has to be special. A Shadow Commander would fall into that category!

WolfDawg wrote:Hmm...not sure how much you could get for him. He doesn't have the weapons that form the hands and feet...so you can't really combine him (which is the sole purpose of having a Nexus Prime). I'd throw up an offer, but I'm not sure I'd want him if he's not complete...

So with a little bit of luck and a lot of searching I seem to have located the person who purchased the rest of the box of figures that my pieces were in. Found his seller profile on ebay and it turns out he is a toy dealer in the area, go figure. I contacted him and am waiting for a response. Just hoping he doesnt find it too creepy. I just want my Nexus feet lol

My best find was last year, I believe. My town's main church has an annual rummage sale, where I've come across more than a few decent TFs. This last time, I found a complete RID Rail Racer for $2. All the bits, all the accesories, not a chip of paint gone.

Optimistic Prime wrote:Hey Seiberton boards! Been a long time reader of these forums but have never posted. I feel like this forum needs a thread for all your garage sale/ shocking finds.

Ill start with mine that I found yesterday.
Got it for 10 bucks at a garage sale. My heart nearly stopped when I was told the price.
Sorry for the poor picture quality.

lucky!
By the way here's my find
As you can see it's a redeco of beast war waspinator
bought it for $3
it's complete

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