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General Section => The \'Show\' Room => Topic started by: Zenith27 on March 26, 2014, 04:42:49 AM

Title: Nice score
Post by: Zenith27 on March 26, 2014, 04:42:49 AM

So I went to check out some Joes for sale on Craigslist. Kinda blurry phone pics and what not but they showed promise.

(http://i1360.photobucket.com/albums/r660/Zenith277/Collection/Mar%20new%20stuff/IMG_0304_zpsc608c5b8.jpg)

So, lets see what we have here....

(http://i1360.photobucket.com/albums/r660/Zenith277/Collection/Mar%20new%20stuff/IMG_0305_zpsdc56df52.jpg)

Why it's a set of damn near mint '82-'83 carded Joes only missing Snake Eye's explosives pack and and near complete Accessory Pack #1. Somebody doesn't like Cobra it seems. What other surprises to we have?

(http://i1360.photobucket.com/albums/r660/Zenith277/Collection/Mar%20new%20stuff/IMG_0306_zps5e275c5a.jpg)

Why it's most of the carded Joes from 83-85 minus Airborne, Ripcord and all the Cobras again...Wait! There's a pretty fine complete Storm Shadow with only a busted bow and one yellowed inner thigh. There's a Thunder in there too, I DO need that monocular. Spirit has a busted crotch, Snow Job's gun is missing and Mutt's mask is too. This lot is pretty crap!

Oh, he has some vehicles, lets have a looksee...

(http://i1360.photobucket.com/albums/r660/Zenith277/Collection/Mar%20new%20stuff/IMG_0307_zpsc4b1ccf3.jpg)

This Vamp has no marks on it and expertly placed stickers....BUT no steering wheel. NEXT!

(http://i1360.photobucket.com/albums/r660/Zenith277/Collection/Mar%20new%20stuff/IMG_0308_zpsc59c8aab.jpg)

This RAM also has expertly place stickers and the sidecar ACTUALLY STAYS ON! BUUUUUT the seat has some scuffs. CRAP! NEXT!

(http://i1360.photobucket.com/albums/r660/Zenith277/Collection/Mar%20new%20stuff/IMG_0310_zpsc14e7f46.jpg)

This Polar Battle Bear has no yellowing but is missing the gun control arms. I'll NEVER find that part to fix it! NEXT!

(http://i1360.photobucket.com/albums/r660/Zenith277/Collection/Mar%20new%20stuff/IMG_0314_zps37d247c2.jpg)

This SHARC has a black thumbprint on it that's easily wiped off and no Deep Six. Who cares if it's otherwise perfect. GARBAGE! NEXT!

(http://i1360.photobucket.com/albums/r660/Zenith277/Collection/Mar%20new%20stuff/IMG_0311_zps510e686f.jpg)

If I smashed the VAMP in frustration over the steering wheel why would I want this Whirlwind? How would I tow it? The Battle Bear? It can't go in the snow, it's GREEN! NEXT!

(http://i1360.photobucket.com/albums/r660/Zenith277/Collection/Mar%20new%20stuff/IMG_0312_zps2e8149ce.jpg)

Hmmm. This Sky Hawk is OK I guess.... NEXT!

(http://i1360.photobucket.com/albums/r660/Zenith277/Collection/Mar%20new%20stuff/IMG_0313_zps464d1920.jpg)

A second Sky Hawk? Now how can I choose between them? Pick neither I suppose.... NEXT!

(http://i1360.photobucket.com/albums/r660/Zenith277/Collection/Mar%20new%20stuff/IMG_0309_zps4d57fde1.jpg)

OK. This Slugger is pretty cherry. Like it's right out of the box! Wait....

THIS BOX!?

(http://i1360.photobucket.com/albums/r660/Zenith277/Collection/Mar%20new%20stuff/IMG_0315_zps643325c9.jpg)

And here are the other boxes....

(http://i1360.photobucket.com/albums/r660/Zenith277/Collection/Mar%20new%20stuff/IMG_0317_zpsac030647.jpg)
(http://i1360.photobucket.com/albums/r660/Zenith277/Collection/Mar%20new%20stuff/IMG_0319_zpsb19532ad.jpg)
(http://i1360.photobucket.com/albums/r660/Zenith277/Collection/Mar%20new%20stuff/IMG_0321_zps7e73ce4a.jpg)
(http://i1360.photobucket.com/albums/r660/Zenith277/Collection/Mar%20new%20stuff/IMG_0324_zps3f4b4e11.jpg)

Now I have to see if he ever finds all the Cobra stuff!

Title: Re: Nice score
Post by: Sundance on March 26, 2014, 09:52:15 AM

sweet.

Title: Re: Nice score
Post by: GI.Suicide on March 26, 2014, 12:26:27 PM

Jealous! !!!! awesome find!

Title: Re: Nice score
Post by: GI.Suicide on March 26, 2014, 12:28:15 PM

Ohh I have a vamp steering wheel for you.

Title: Re: Nice score
Post by: latinjoe22 on March 26, 2014, 01:14:27 PM

Loved the honest review on the Shark! That one made my day ;D

Title: Re: Nice score
Post by: grunt 4 mvp on March 26, 2014, 03:34:33 PM

What, no cardbacks? Garbage.

Seriously awesome haul. Can we ask the listed price of this cornucopia?

Title: Re: Nice score
Post by: Zenith27 on March 26, 2014, 05:25:35 PM

Quote from: grunt 4 mvp on March 26, 2014, 03:34:33 PM

What, no cardbacks? Garbage.

Seriously awesome haul. Can we ask the listed price of this cornucopia?

I know! He didn't even do me the courtesy of cutting them out of the boxes!

He was asking $600 and I negotiated him down to $450. It's a LOT I admit but those swivel arm '82 Joes are pretty valuable and these are all in awesome shape. Nicest Scarlett I've ever seen.

Title: Re: Nice score
Post by: crazylegs on April 16, 2014, 06:43:19 PM

hey man did you find the part for ambushes poles..i remember you saying they were broke or something.
I've got a 2nd pair, and in perfect condition if you are interested...if so PM me ok?

Awesome stuff keep it up!

Title: Re: Nice score
Post by: Sundance on April 17, 2014, 02:02:00 AM

i think that was me