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bassassasin · 06-16-10, 12:14 PM

wanting to sell some stuff from a previous hobby on ebay.Any tips?
If it helps,i'm selling model trains

WTL · 06-16-10, 01:34 PM

How old and what type? There might be a real market for some of the older ones. I have my uncles 1950s Lionel set, but of course its a heirloom that we will never part with, but I'm sure there are collectors out there.

cassidyta · 06-16-10, 01:39 PM

If you do not have one, I suggest that you set up a pay pal account. It will usually allow for an easier transfer of the money. Otherwise you run the risk of receiving bad checks/money orders as payment.

nofearengineer · 06-16-10, 01:55 PM

Old model trains are so cool. Maybe it's just the engineer nerd in me, but I think the old trains had a much better "gadgety" thing going for them. Rather than made for the mass market, they were made for true connoisseurs.

I think ebay is offering a special right now (June only?), as in reduced listing fees. If you're gonna sell them, now would be the time. Although, I would bet that right before the holiday season might be the peak time of year for getting maximum cash for that kind of item.

My tip would be to include the best pictures you can get of them. Enhance the colors a bit (not enough to be dishonest....but to bring them to attention). Don't be afraid to set a reserve price on particularly valuable ones.

bassassasin · 06-17-10, 11:36 AM

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Originally Posted by nofearengineer

Old model trains are so cool. Maybe it's just the engineer nerd in me, but I think the old trains had a much better "gadgety" thing going for them. Rather than made for the mass market, they were made for true connoisseurs.

I think ebay is offering a special right now (June only?), as in reduced listing fees. If you're gonna sell them, now would be the time. Although, I would bet that right before the holiday season might be the peak time of year for getting maximum cash for that kind of item.

My tip would be to include the best pictures you can get of them. Enhance the colors a bit (not enough to be dishonest....but to bring them to attention). Don't be afraid to set a reserve price on particularly valuable ones.

I bought the engine and cars for $80 and I have many scaled buildings.Engines aren't old but almost in mint condition.Thanks for the tips everybody!

BigBassin144 · 06-17-10, 01:42 PM

Don't forget, you're supposed to be 18 to make an ebay account.

Also, with paypal, I think you need a credit card or checking/savings account.

BB

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cassidyta BassFishin.Com Super Veteran Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 2,928	If you do not have one, I suggest that you set up a pay pal account. It will usually allow for an easier transfer of the money. Otherwise you run the risk of receiving bad checks/money orders as payment. __________________ If you have ever wondered if you should retie, the answer is yes.

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nofearengineer BassFishin.Com Premier Elite Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Southwest IN Posts: 5,630	Old model trains are so cool. Maybe it's just the engineer nerd in me, but I think the old trains had a much better "gadgety" thing going for them. Rather than made for the mass market, they were made for true connoisseurs. I think ebay is offering a special right now (June only?), as in reduced listing fees. If you're gonna sell them, now would be the time. Although, I would bet that right before the holiday season might be the peak time of year for getting maximum cash for that kind of item. My tip would be to include the best pictures you can get of them. Enhance the colors a bit (not enough to be dishonest....but to bring them to attention). Don't be afraid to set a reserve price on particularly valuable ones. __________________ Many men go fishing all of their lives without knowing it is not fish they are after.

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BigBassin144 BassFishin.Com Premier Elite Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Toledo, Ohio Posts: 9,463	Don't forget, you're supposed to be 18 to make an ebay account. Also, with paypal, I think you need a credit card or checking/savings account. BB __________________ As of June 14, 2014 the members of the BF.com forum have moved to basschat.yuku.com!

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WTL BassFishin.Com Premier Elite Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Huntsville, Al Posts: 7,466	How old and what type? There might be a real market for some of the older ones. I have my uncles 1950s Lionel set, but of course its a heirloom that we will never part with, but I'm sure there are collectors out there.

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