If I can give anyone a suggestion:  don't sell on Ebay, or Craigslist or any other online site.  It's a waste of time, and it's all but ruined the process.  You will be better off finding an appraiser, someone who will help you find the best deal.

I just started collecting the Hess toys.  They're hard to find on the market at a good price.   I would advise you to hold onto them for a little while longer.  Once you have them for about 20 years you will see their value rise.   Currently I have a Matchbox Land Rover from 1955 and a Hot Wheels Custom Camaro from...more

I wouldn't expect to get much for a fast food promo.

Nascar models are pretty much overrated.  Only true Nascar fans will buy them, and don't expect much unless it has Dale Earnhardt, name or picture on it.

You are correct, Wayne.  You can blame Mattel for that.  Especially with the Treasure Hunt scam.  On the online auction sites I see people asking $20 or more (even$200!) for a recently released treasure hunt model that only cost $1.00, while claiming they are rare and hard to find.   I've been collecting for nearly 4...more

It's news because she was featured on a TV show, which made her a public figure.  You are correct, this happens every day without anyone giving a second thought, but the fact that she is a celebrity is the reason why people give a hoot.  She no longer has a private life, and every decision she makes, good or bad, will ...more

So why did you bother to comment?  You just made it your business.

Perhaps Mrs. Palin wanted to buy a Model S and was denied because of her opposition to the loans.  This is how she responds.

I see what you did there.  That was wrong.