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In lugnet.market.buy-sell-trade, Larry Pieniazek writes:
> Let's review, class...
>
> Adam Hoekwater wrote:
> >
> > I was in one of my favorite stores yesterday, when I noticed something a
> > little strange in the Lego section; a 1789 Unitron Star Hawk II sitting
> > right
> > in front of me on the shelf. This set is from 1995, IIRC, and the seal seems
> > to have come loose with age. Then I noticed something even more strange;
> > another 1789 sitting next to it, this one STILL SEALED.
> >
> > Both were still priced at their original $29.99, but that's not bad for a
> > set
> > this old. If you've been looking for this set, feel free to email me at
> > ahoekwat@nd.edu and I'll be happy to buy them and send them to you for
> > $31.49
> > + shipping + a few bucks.
>
> What is the likelyhood that, despite the fact that these sets were
> languishing for 5 years, that when Adam goes back to the store day after
> tomorrow, armed with the solid promises to buy of 7 eager LUGNUTS, that
> these sets will still be there?
>
> Anyone? Buehler?
>
> <cough, cough, mumble>
>
> yes, Ferris, you are correct. Close to zero unless Adam is very lucky.
>
> Remember, people. If you see an old set and you are local to the store
> and they take returns BUY IT. Do NOT wait to see if people want it.
> Someone almost always does. In the rare case that no one does, take it
> back.
>
> --
> Larry Pieniazek
Sir! The condescension meter, sir! She won't hold together! She's gonna blow!!
You had plenty of pomp, Lar, but not much circumstance. I'd give ya an 8. Just
kiddin' with ya, Larry. Seriously, though, I bought both of them last night
after I got the first two offers. So they're taken, folks! Sorry. Of course,
> Adam is very lucky.
So maybe I'll find more...
:-D
-Adam
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