RETRO-WED: COLLECTING VINTAGE GI JOE TIPS AND TRICKS TO MAKE AFFORDABLE!

[georgetrapp]

It's not a bad idea to frequent garage sales, flea markets and especially conventions, if you know what you are looking for. I have completed lots of my figures, by digging through bins for just the right accessories, and I find this fun. You also get your choice. If a white accessory is too yellow, you can skip it, for a whiter one. And, maybe each piece might cost you a dollar a pop, it might be worth it in the long run.

[larryzeno]

Thanks bro, I am four lots in and averaging 200 a lot and have been repairing a piecing figz together for about a year, I accidentally am doing exactly what you recommended here. Taking your time sorting and getting to the duplicates and selling point is where I am at. You really know your toys man, and I am 50!

[billierenfro]

Very informative video. I had almost all of the figures from a round 83-85 and a ton of vehicles. I made a bad decision of selling the whole collection….thinking I might not get married and have kids of my own. As it worked out, I’m married with two boys that love them so much so we have been slowly accumulating figures…..some in real good shape that are kinda expensive like 1985 Snake Eyes(one of my favorites) and some that aren’t worth much but because they are actively playing with them, we try to find nice figures but don’t want to overpay, just in case they break or something. I’ve mainly ordered from EBay but not a fan of some of the shipping prices and you can’t really find any deals. Starting to check out yard/garage sales hoping to get lucky.

[totalrobot]

I've gotten just about all the JOES that give me nostalgia feels. The ones I'm starting to get into are the Sears rare sets (Dreadnok Assaults, Cobra MMS, etc) and Toys R Us Night Force rarities. I have a feeling these type of sets will retain the most monetary value in the long run.

[Carboneye]

It’s a little tricky yet rewarding. Worst part is buying that part you need to finish the piece off and a tab snaps off and into low earth orbit while you are trying to put in in place!
A lot of mine have such defects it doesn’t stop me from enjoying them.

[darthsmoker]

I've been collecting vintage figures about 5 years now and I've got really good at using eBay. One of my favorite Joe's to look for is Zartan. I've bought a few that had his knee pads and those sold for way more than the figure. One guy sent 2 sets of knee pads with one I bought. That was a nice score

[toddsmith]

I am really liking your videos about vintage. Thank you!

[meshuggah]

That’s exactly how I matched all the weapons and accessories to each figure. It was tough but I finally did it. Took over a week and about 6 to 8 hours a day and working a full time 12 hour shift job!!!! 😂exhausted!

[TheDuke]

I buy junk lots and work my way to completing the line, several vehicles need to be purchased straight up, but the chase is part of the fun.

[mikemeros]

Great advice, thank you. Just picked up a whole bucket full of Joe stuff for super cheap, mainly 12s from the 90's. Small pile of weapons from the 3 3/4 years and a little Defense Courier briefcase with Top Secret Files and Coder messages inside the case, way cool!!! Gonna sell them and will probably do a bulk lot for Buy it Now.

[falcon]

At one time I thought about reclaiming all my lost Gijoe collection, but realized the figures were going for 3 to 5 hundred dollar lots. Then Classified released. I realized I could get updated, larger versions for the same price. So, it may take a while, but I will eventually get all the figs I used to have, but out of Classified.

[BlackArroToons]

Cool reference sites for the figures and cards/box art, yes. I hope there is a book produced to purchase at stores that includes all packaging, and figures/vehicles in one book.

[Amh]

Watching your intro I thought how sweet a stars cream or Megatron lamda crossover figure would be

[jimmyjonga]

I really feel bad for new collectors who want to collect vintage joes. I have been carrying the most desirable joes with me since the 1980s. I only had to go for the less expensive ones to build my collection with the occasional expensive figures and replacement parts. Like my snake eyes (commando) figure whose left arm just broke due to age and I had to buy a new one. That is something that is great about Joes. You can always buy spare parts and rebuild your figure (and vehicles) easily. Enjoy the hunt!

[borderlinepsyco]

I have the 1982 Scarlett it's just missing the crossbow and the figure card.

[peterbenko]

Hello, as always Great video and Great Content! As you said it- patience is the keyword regarding collecting Joe's. It's easier when you collect different toylines as your attention is divided and there is always something to chase, especially these days when there is an abundance of different properties are available on the market.

[GuanYu]

Cheers mate great content as always. Try collecting these from NZ, ebay shipping is horrendous. I was liking the anniversary figures, but I found the joints get to lose to quickly. Nothing beats the sturdiness of the O-Ring figure. Hey Hanger, do you think that O-Ring figures will ever become freely re-released again?

[darthsmoker]

If you see someone has a figure priced really cheap go look and see what else they have. I sometimes save the seller's search so i know when they list something

[justing]

I play with my gi joes. My daughter started playing with Barbie dolls and she wants me to play with her so I was like what the heck I'm gonna get myself a gi joe. Ken can suck it. Gi Joe is a real man.

[mariekiraly]

Hello, I have several 8" GI Joe fighting action figures with LOTS of accessories - how do I find a list of all the ones made between 1990s-early 2000s? It's impossible to find the ones I have, including one with a Silver Skull, red eyes, dark blue pants - any idea?