Johnny Lightning, Matchbox, Hotwheels

[Mysterion]

Does anyone collect these?

I have a customer who owns an Antique store, he is cleaning out what I was told is a large collection from an estate. He is not trying to get rich off of these, just to find a home for them and to get a little money for the family. I was told they would probably be about wholesale prices.

I'm going to meet him on Thursday morning to see what is there. I thought some of my friends here might be interested, hopefully it's some good stuff.

[ironheadchopper]

I collect redlines.

[donculley]

I collect redline hotwheels too and my brother in law may be interested in the matchboxes depending on year, condition, etc .

[Mysterion]

Holy Crap! there is tons of cars. I'm guessing 800-1000 Johnny Lightnings alone.

From what I understand the guy who collected these got about 50 grand in debt on collecting stuff, then his mother mortgaged the house to clear his debt, he paid nothing back and went another 50G's in debt. The mother died and then he suddenly died of a heart attack. The surviving sister is trying to sell off the collections to pay off the money owed so she doesn't lose the house.

As trying to go through all of these cars, would take forever, I asked if there was a list of what he had. Supposedly there is a list that I will have soon.

The first two cars I saw when I opened the first tub was a Boothill Express and a Mysterion, so at least there are some cool ones in the lot.

There are also tons of Lego's, some models and a few sets of HO setups, both Aurora and Tyco. There's a handfull of models, a lot of comic books and I think he said a buch of Dungeon and Dragon type stuff. There was also a bunch of Todd McFarlane figures.

I'll put some pics up later, I just got home and want to warm up and relax a bit.

[HTBomb]

Feb 16, 2012 15:16:49 GMT -6 Mysterion said:

Holy Crap! there is tons of cars. I'm guessing 800-1000 Johnny Lightnings alone.

The first two cars I saw when I opened the first tub was a Boothill Express and a Mysterion, so at least there are some cool ones in the lot..

Those are JLs from the 90s. Likely not much collector value there.

If there are any Hot Wheels redlines from the 60s I'm interested, too.

[mrtc4w]

I'd be interested in the HO slot cars.

Marty
Marysville, OH
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[Mysterion]

Here's some pics.







All of these boxes are packed full, the grey tubs are all JL's in the factory packaging.















Almost all of the cars that are not in factory packaging are either in blister packs or wrapped in thin foam.

[Mysterion]

Slot car sets,





There are also some models available, pics to come.

[mrtc4w]

I am also interested in the Richard Petty stuff.

Marty
Marysville, OH
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[barten]

WOW what a job there is going through all that! ! ! ! !

Crazy!

But what fun! ! ! To find all those hidden treasures packed away so many years ago. I wish I could be there to help you guys!

GB
barten

[Mysterion]

I spoke to Larry (the Antique Dealer) today, the list is supposed to be in his hands tonight, keep your fingers crossed.

I offered to help him categorize the cars so when someone asks, he'll be able to find them. Now we just need to find a night to do it.

I'm still on this guys and will keep you up to date as things progress.

[Deleted]

for what its worth the Johnny Lightnin sets look orignal. I too had an old store find a few years ago. Good luck with this one!

[mrtc4w]

Feb 20, 2012 9:39:53 GMT -6 Mysterion said:

Slot car sets,

Are there any individual cars?

Thanks,
Marty
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[Mysterion]

Larry got the list, but it's not much help. I helped him sort through the JL's as we hopefully have a buyer for most of them.

Out of what we sorted, the only thing I saw that was on a request list was some VW stuff. I set them aside and asked for a pic of them, I forgot my camera that night.

I think the Hotwheels will be next. I will keep my eye out for the Redlines, VW and Petty stuff. Did I forget anyone's request?

As for single HO cars, there are none from this collection, but he does have a few stragglers on consignment, old AFX's IIRC. I'll try to get a pic for you.

[mrtc4w]

Mar 1, 2012 8:42:39 GMT -6 Mysterion said:

Petty stuff.

As for single HO cars, there are none from this collection, but he does have a few stragglers on consignment, old AFX's IIRC. I'll try to get a pic for you.

Thanks,
Marty
Marysville, OH

[Deleted]

I am interested in the johnny lightning indy sets. Please emailme about the prices.

[Mysterion]

I still haven't got to the Hotwheels yet, but for those asking for Redlines, please hang on.

Sorry if I don't remember who asked for what.

The email has been sent about the Indy 500 sets.

Someone inquired about VW stuff.








Someone inquired about HO cars. These are not part of the estate deal. They are on commission from another individual. The Hop up Boxes are empty other than the booklet and decals.


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[Mysterion]

HO Sets.





A few metal models,



A couple of xmods, plus there are extra motor/gear and tire sets.

[Mysterion]

If I missed any requests, please PM me.

[donculley]

Update , the slot cars have all been sold.