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Hi all!

First time seller here and I figured I'd try Seibertron first before making listings for all the items I have on eBay. So any recommendations on selling all these items or approximate prices for these items, would be great.
I have to sell a huge assortment of all things related to War For Cybertron/Fall Of Cybertron.
This includes both Hasbro and Takara versions. Books, comics, and of course, toys.
Most items are unopened in the original packaging. Please send me a message for any offers on the items listed below. Thanks!

The list:

WFC Optimus, Bumblebee, Cliffjumper, Megatron and Soundwave - Hasbro (opened), Takara (unopened)
Rage Over Cybertron 3-pack (opened) Optimus, Bumblebee, & Megatron
Tokyo Toy Show Darkside Optimus and Megatron (opened)
Legend class WFC Starscream (box opened, figure never played with)
DreamMaker WFC Megatron and Optimus Accessories, 2 boxes (3rd party, unopened)
Eternal Warfare WFC Optimus Axe, (3rd party, unopened)
Kabaya Gum WFC Optimus Prime (unopened)
Reprolabels WFC Optimus Prime
SXS WFC Megatron Axe (both red and purple versions, unopened)
WFC Game Guide
WFC One-shot Comic
All three WFC/FOC books, Exodus, Exiles, and Retribution
FOC Optimus, Jazz, Air Raid, Autobot Data Disc Set, Decepticon Data Disc Set, Kickback, Sideswipe, Starscream, and Ultra Magnus - Hasbro (opened), Takara (unopened)
FOC Blaster, Grimlock, Soundblaster, Soundwave, Impactor, Whirl, Roadbuster, Top Spin, Twin Twist, Skywarp (w/ comic), & Thundercracker (w/ comic) - Hasbro (unopened)
FOC Blaster, Grimlock, Soundblaster, Skywarp, Blast Off, Swindle, Vortex, Onslaught, & Brawl - Takara (unopened)
FOC Infiltrator Starscream - Takara (unopened)
FOC Shockwave - Hasbro (opened), Takara (Arms Micron, box opened, figure never played with)
Platinum Edition Bruticus & Grimlock (unopened)
G2 Bruticus Box Set (unopened)
TFCC FOC Fisitron (unopened)
Year of the Snake Omega Supreme (unopened)
Silver Knight Optimus Prime & Grimlock (unopened)
AoT FOC Blaster's Gun (unopened)
AoT FOC Grimlock's Gun (unopened)
AoT FOC Grimlock's Head (unopened)
KFC FOC Optimus Prime Shoulder Add-on (unopened)
KFC FOC Ultra Magnus Shoulder Add-on (unopened)
MakeToys YOTS Omega Supreme Add-on Kit (unopened)
Planet X FOC Swoop (unopened)
Reprolabels FOC Jazz
Reprolabels FOC Optimus Prime
Reprolabels FOC Shockwave
Xtransbots Platinum Edition-SDCC Bruticus Add-on Parts (unopened)
Zenith Forge FOC Grimlock Sword & Shield (unopened)
Art of Fall of Cybertron
Art of Fall of Cybertron Limited Edition (unopened)
FOC 2014 Wall Calendar (unopened)
FOC Game Guide
FOC Game Informer
FOC One-shot Comic Cover A (2 of them, wrapped and carded)
FOC One-shot Comic Cover B (wrapped and carded)
FOC One-shot Comic Incentive Cover (2 of them, wrapped and carded)

I also have some Prime figures other misc TF stuff, which I will add to the list to sell.

Hi, buddy. From my experiences selling (and trying to sell) toys on this forum, as well as on eBay, let me provide you with some advice. Regarding seibertron.com's b/s/t:

1) Eight times out of ten, you will have people who seem interested, messaging you with loads of questions, then disappear from the face of the earth.

2) People generally don't like when there is no asking price. This applies to virtually ANYTHING. If you don't provide the potential buyer with a starting price point, they don't want to undergo the hassle of "haggling" the wide range of prices. Ideally, they would want a ball-park range to work with you. (Although I understand that you are making this post so that other members can assist you in generating a price point.)

3) Unfortunately, seibertron.com's forums don't see much dedicated activity, and it shows in the b/s/t threads here.

4) Attempting to sell to enthusiasts on an enthusiast board is like a double-edged sword: on the one hand you are directly appealing to the enthusiasts, but on the other hand enthusiasts already likely have the toys that they want.

5) Members on this forum are typically "G1 enthusiasts," however you would like to define that. The world of High Moon Studios' Transformers is quite unique, but that is its downfall: it strays from the G1 world too much in aesthetic. Additionally, such a world was short-lived. There is a small HMS following, but that's the problem: it's small and the following likely already has the needed toys.

That being said, WFC figures typically retain their retail prices, with a few exceptions: Optimus Prime, Bumblebee, and Megatron. These guys typically fetch around $30 each, and appeal to an audience outside of the HMS devotee, by virtue of being iconic figures that have awesome transforming schemes. Darkside Optimus and Megatron can be sold for around $40-50 each.

FOC deluxes are an absolute joke. They were produced during a time when Hasbro was trying to cut input costs but raise output prices. As such, all of the FOC deluxes suffered from simplicity and some degree of hollowness. The voyagers fared better, and therefore still retain their prices of around $15-25. FOC deluxes, on the other hand, float between $8-$10. As of late, the Bruticus limb-bots can be had for $20-$30 each IF you find the right buyer who is A) desperate enough, and B) loves HMS Transformers. BUT, be prepared to part out Bruticus. Why so high a price? This guy:

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However, I thnk that MBC dropped the ball on Military Titans' release date because HMS Transformers have come and gone. What following it has generated has since died off, and interest in FOC Bruticus is now only lukewarm. Additionally, the crazy partsforming of the arms in MBC's Military Titans discourages people. Those enthusiasts who are still intent on getting a Bruticus are likely more inclined to go after Warbotron's creation because it: A) is more true to the G1 aesthetic, and B) requires less partsforming. And those who are scared off by Warbotron's prices will likely try to search for the Universe 25th AE Bruticus + FP parts. Bcuz G1.

Planet X is a notable exception to the lack of HMS Transformers enthusiasm. They have managed to carve out a nice HMS niche bcuz DINOBOTS. I think they can also get away with making a game-accurate voyager-sized Optimus Prime and Ultra Magnus to appeal to the HMS enthusiasts and Optimus/Magnus completists.

Third party offerings typically retain their retail prices, except for the SXS weapons and the Dream Maker add-on kit. They suffered the conundrum of producing for a small loyal audience, and having retail prices that were a joke.

All points considered, you are likely to have a better time posting these on eBay, due to:

1) Wider audience appeal.

2) Having a legally binding contract to mediate the transaction.

However, you should consider:

1) eBay fees.

2) Paypal fees if using it.

Well, I hope this helps you out. I am also in the search for FOC Bruticus limb-bots, but will not pay more than $13 for each of them because the market is artificially inflating the prices for these guys; demand is not nearly as high as anticipated by the release of MBC002. Just look at the wide availability of the "first-edition" MBC002 kits still lingering around the various e-tailers.

Thanks for the great information! I have also been asked to add the prices to my list for ease of selling, so I will be doing that shortly.
I think I will have to deal with the eBay & PayPal fees (ugh) to sell all this stuff. I have had some nibbles on this stuff from this site.
Thanks for the price points for this stuff. Its been helpful.

OK, here's my price list, some are negotiable.
Most Hasbro items are opened, some are not.
All Takara items are unopened.
I will post soon the 3rd party items for sale.

Generations Cybertron Mode Bumblebee Deluxe $15.00
Generations Cybertron Mode Optimus Prime Deluxe $15.00
Generations Cybertron Mode Megatron Deluxe $15.00
Generations Cybertron Mode Soundwave Deluxe $15.00
Generations Cybertron Mode Cliffjumper Deluxe $15.00
United Cybertron Mode Bumblebee Deluxe $35.00
United Cybertron Mode Optimus Prime Deluxe $55.00
United Cybertron Mode Megatron Deluxe $35.00
United Cybertron Mode Soundwave Deluxe $35.00
United Cybertron Mode Cliffjumper Deluxe $25.00
Generations Rage Over Cybertron Bumblebee Deluxe $20.00
Generations Rage Over Cybertron Optimus Prime Deluxe $20.00
Generations Rage Over Cybertron Megatron Deluxe $20.00
United Tokyo Toy Store 2011 Darkside Optimus Prime Deluxe $35.00
United Tokyo Toy Store 2011 Darkside Megatron Deluxe $35.00
War For Cybertron Starscream Legend $15.00
War For Cybertron Optimus Prime Kabaya Gum $15.00
Transformers Exodus Softcover Book $10.00
War For Cybertron Official Strategy Guide Softcover Book $17.00
Transformers War For Cybertron #1 Comic Book $25.00

Generations Fall Of Cybertron Ravage & Rumble Legend $11.00
Generations Fall Of Cybertron Frenzy & Ratbat Legend $11.00
Generations Fall Of Cybertron Eject & Ramhorn Legend $11.00
Generations Fall Of Cybertron Rewind & Sunder Legend $11.00
Generations Fall Of Cybertron Optimus Prime Deluxe $17.00
Generations Fall Of Cybertron Jazz Deluxe $17.00
Generations Fall Of Cybertron Shockwave Deluxe $17.00
Generations Fall Of Cybertron Kickback Deluxe $17.00
Generations Fall Of Cybertron Starscream Deluxe $17.00
Generations Fall Of Cybertron Sideswipe Deluxe $17.00
Generations Fall Of Cybertron Ultra Magnus Deluxe $17.00
Generations Fall Of Cybertron Air Raid Deluxe $17.00
Generations Fall Of Cybertron Impactor Deluxe $22.00
Generations Fall Of Cybertron Twin Twist Deluxe $22.00
Generations Fall Of Cybertron Topspin Deluxe $22.00
Generations Fall Of Cybertron Roadbuster Deluxe $22.00
Generations Fall Of Cybertron Whirl Deluxe $22.00
Generations Thrilling 30 Thundercracker Deluxe $20.00
Generations Thrilling 30 Skywarp Deluxe $20.00
Generations Fall Of Cybertron Soundwave & Laserbeak Voyager $30.00
Generations Fall Of Cybertron Soundblaster & Buzzsaw Voyager $30.00
Generations Fall Of Cybertron Grimlock Voyager $30.00
Generations Fall Of Cybertron Blaster & Steeljaw Voyager $30.00
TakaraTomy Generations Optimus Prime Deluxe $38.00
TakaraTomy Generations Jazz Deluxe $38.00
TakaraTomy Generations Blast Off Deluxe $35.00
TakaraTomy Generations Vortex Deluxe $35.00
TakaraTomy Generations Brawl Deluxe $35.00
TakaraTomy Generations Swindle Deluxe $35.00
TakaraTomy Generations Onslaught Deluxe $35.00
TakaraTomy Generations Kickback Deluxe $38.00
TakaraTomy Generations Starscream Deluxe $38.00
TakaraTomy Generations Sideswipe Deluxe $38.00
TakaraTomy Generations Ultra Magnus Deluxe $38.00
TakaraTomy Generations Air Raid Deluxe $38.00
TakaraTomy Generations Soundblaster & Buzzsaw Voyager $65.00
TakaraTomy Generations Eject, Ramhorn, Rewind, & Sundor Legend $40.00
TakaraTomy Generations Frenzy, Ratbat, Ravage, & Rumble Legend $40.00
TakaraTomy Generations Blaster & Steeljaw Voyager $65.00
TakaraTomy Generations Skywarp Deluxe $38.00
TakaraTomy Generations Grimlock Voyager $63.00
Arms Micron Prime Shockwave Deluxe $35.00
TFCC Timelines Fisitron Deluxe $55.00
Year Of The Snake Exclusive Omega Supreme Supreme $115.00
BBTS G2 Exclusive Bruticus Deluxe $60.00
Platinum Edition Grimlock vs Bruticus Voyager/Deluxe $120.00
Fall Of Cybertron Exclusive Infiltrator Starscream Deluxe $110.00
Silver Knight Optimus Prime & Grimlock Voyager/Deluxe $45.00
Art Of The Fall Of Cybertron Hardcover Book $25.00
Art Of The Fall Of Cybertron Red Label Edition Hardcover Book $100.00
Transformers Exiles Softcover Book $11.00
Transformers Retribution Softcover Book $11.00
Fall Of Cybertron Official Strategy Guide Softcover Book $14.00
Gameinformer Fall Of Cybertron Magazine $6.00
Transformers Fall Of Cybertron One-Shot Cover A Comic Book $12.00
Transformers Fall Of Cybertron One-Shot Cover 5 Comic Book $12.00
Transformers Fall Of Cybertron One Shot Retail Inc Comic Book $18.00
Fall Of Cybertron 2014 Wall Calendar Calendar $5.00

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