UPDATE: Sold for US$91 (3 bids).

You’d be forgiven for believing these things are rare. They are 40 years old. They didn’t sell well. And yet, there’s always another listing added to eBay almost daily. Usually being sold for a ridiculous price, regardless of condition. Oh, then. Surprise, surprise!  Here’s another one of these beat up old ugly ass toys that no one wants.  Who would’ve guessed? Currently being auctioned on eBay with a starting bid of US$99.

This action figure is missing the same four parts commonly absent from these old toys. The dome, crest and both tongue pieces are missing. There’s nothing unusual about that. Most figures are missing them, now.  Upwards of 60% can be absent, depending on which part. His arm is severed but included in the listing, which is a good thing and can be reattached relatively easily. The glow in the dark paint is a little scuffed and he could probably do with a nice warm bath with some mild kitchen detergent, an old toothbrush and a rubber duck. Other than that, he’s a fine, almost average condition sample. Figures in this state often sell for US$120 to US$150. Give or take depending on who’s bidding.

Either way, it’s a safe bet this item will sell for over US$100; even if it is broken, beat up, dirty and incomplete. Amazing.

-Windebieste.