2007-09-24 08:18:29 · 17 answers · asked by Sean R 1 in Sports ➔ Auto Racing ➔ NASCAR
As with any investment, you need to do your homework first. Some brands mass produce, and others make limited editions. The lower the numbers, the more your car is going to be worth. A good way to gage which brands are worth more is on E-Bay. Go to E-bay, then on the left hand side, click on "toys and hobbies" then click on "die-cast toy vehicles" then click on "cars, trucks - diecast" then under vehicle type click on NASCAR.
Just an opinion, I would not try to retire on a die-cast car collection.
2007-09-24 09:22:22 · answer #1 · answered by Crazy Ant 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, I don't think they are a good investment at all. They are so many of each piece produced that after the initial hype of a release wears off or a new paint scheme comes out that value tends to drop quite a bit.
That being said, I have quite a few diecasts in my collection. But, I know when I sell any of them I will lose money.
2007-09-24 08:26:17 · answer #2 · answered by ShawnP 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
They are a decent investment. Buy low sell high. You have to hold onto them for 10-12 years to make any big bucks off of them. Unfortunately a driver has to retire of get killed for them to pay off Example-----Dale Earnhardt diecast --Racing Champions 1989 1/64 scale could be bought for $1.27 at Walmarts-K Marts anywhere when he died they started going for $100.00 apiece on Ebay. Same thing for his 1/24 bought for 8.99 went for $250.00 a piece. Depends of they Maker of diecast the limited production run and the Driver. Another Exmple a 4.99 Adam Petty car brought $55.00- 60.00 after he got killed. Its speculation as most investments are
2007-09-26 15:59:29 · answer #3 · answered by Ed P 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's only a good investment if you get one of the special finishes like Gold or Platinum, then it has to be for a high profile driver like Jr or Gordon and others. Then it should be autographed. Now, it'll only really pay off if you buy it originally at a bargain price. I bought 12, 2000 Dale Jr 24Kt Gold cars and the person selling them had no idea what he had. He sold them for 30 bucks and they were worth 250.00 each. I had them all autographed by Jr and sold all but one (for myself) for over 400.00 bucks each. It can pay but i wouldn't put too much into it.
2007-09-24 14:49:27 · answer #4 · answered by salsero_borincano 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In my experience it's best to find a local retailer so you can see the car and packaging before you buy. Action Authentics is probable the best but once in a while you can find the Winners Circle cars with all the sponsor decals. Good luck and have fun. My wife and I really enjoy it.
2016-05-17 11:05:17 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Certain diecast are and will be more valuable than some. All diecast are not created equal.
2007-09-24 11:33:39 · answer #6 · answered by Racer20 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I quit collecting a few years ago when I realized buying a model that was number 1,850 out of 2,000 produced at $119 was a farce. Remember, if you want to sell, you must find an avid collector. He ain't going to offer you much either.
2007-09-24 10:13:01 · answer #7 · answered by WooleyBooley again 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ya know to eachs own, I don't think it's a bad investment, I have been to many tracks, and I see some of the cars that my husband has and we also have the Becket magazine, and if you know what your doing you'll make a lot of money, Trust me, You have to know what to look for.
2007-09-26 08:05:43 · answer #8 · answered by 48's biggest fan 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Historically no. But there will be some that will increase in
value. It's all in the law of supply and demand. If you want
to collect them, buy the ones you like and just enjoy them.
It will be well worth it to you. Just don't expect to make any
money off of them.
2007-09-24 18:24:44 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
What about signed diecasts?
2007-09-24 10:44:51 · answer #10 · answered by Debbie Ratliff 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋