$100 Ponies

[Beth3346]

I agree its a good idea to look for harder to find ponies in large lots.  If you're not too picky or you're willing to give them pony spa days on a per pony basis it could be a lot cheaper.  Also you can sell the other items to offset the cost or maybe even make money.

Personally I also think its a good idea to avoid getting into bidding wars if you don't want to pay too much. Its too easy to get competitive and overpay.  Unless you have more self control than I do 

Be patient and wait for her to pop at a decent price.

Good luck with your search

[Ivy]

I paid $100 for my Ice Crystal - but that is partly because I wanted him so badly.

[hathorcat]

I don't think anyone should ever be forced to pay $100+ for what was originally a $5 toy but that's just me.

No one is ever forced to Its a personal decision to decide whether to pay what you want - a personal can sell a Mimic at $5 if they wish, as much as someone can choose to pay market value of $90 for her.

[gabumon]

right we are definilty not talking about being forced.  no one is forced to own a car or put gas in it.  no one is forced to spend money on a college education.  people choose because the expenditure is of value to them.

in my case I carefully studied and saved here and there before choosing to spend.

[Ianthe99]

I don't think anyone should ever be forced to pay $100+ for what was originally a $5 toy but that's just me.

You're not being forced to do anything. Ponies are something  to be enjoyed, not a requirement for life. If you can go out and find one of the pricy ponies for less than $5, jump on it! Me, I only shop at thrift stores now a days, so I get whatever I can find. I won't personally pay market value for things because part of the fun is finding it cheap! I also don't expect a seller to lower the price for me because I want something they have and don't want to pay that much. Lots of people sell toys to supplement their income..so they can make a better life for themselves and their families.

(Ooh.. sorry.. that turned into a mini rant.)

[DazzleKitty]

One of my grails, Nightlight, is worth over $100. I have had opportunities to buy her but I just can't justify spending that much.

Diamond Dreams is also a grail of mine and I'm even hesitant to spend more then $40 on her. :/    I'm poor and don't have a high paying job.

[Twilight Pink]

I think my followed Mimic search just showed me the previous relistings/what's already there 

Mimic in a lot with other ponies-$400 nope... (atleast NATM)
Mimic herself-$1k definitely not >.<
Mimic- $88.00 with a number of bids...nooooope sorry, you lost me at "bid"

[hathorcat]

I think my followed Mimic search just showed me the previous relistings/what's already there 

Mimic in a lot with other ponies-$400 nope... (atleast NATM)
Mimic herself-$1k definitely not >.<
Mimic- $88.00 with a number of bids...nooooope sorry, you lost me at "bid"

Thats where you are going wrong then. BINs are traditionally higher than auctions as sellers can set whatever price they want - the worth of a pony is what someone is willing to pay. If you are looking for a pony's worth you have to consider ended auction prices as well as sales prices here on the boards...not just the prices set by ebay sellers on BINs.

[Leave a Whisper]

I don't think anyone should ever be forced to pay $100+ for what was originally a $5 toy but that's just me.

No one is ever forced to Its a personal decision to decide whether to pay what you want - a personal can sell a Mimic at $5 if they wish, as much as someone can choose to pay market value of $90 for her.

touche'

[Mermaid]

Just thought I would add that the 2nd edition of adult sea ponies tend to reach $100+ with their shells. I've seen just the sea ponies too reach $100+ especially mint white sea most and white cap!

[flyawayraven]

Nightlight. I paid $120 for her five years ago. Absolutely worth it!

I'm thankful I got her when I did because there is no way I can justify that expenditure now.

Also market research does help. I was able to get one if my Greek pony grails very affordably last month due to the market dropping. How much I want a particular pony versus its current price also plays a huge role.

[Salli]

I've noticed a lot of prices drop in the last year too.

I wish Columbian Daddies were common enough to be as low as $100!

[Galactica]

Well many many Nirvanas go for waaay over $100.

Also the rarer mail order ponies (like Sweet Scoops, Scribbles, Dabble, Mother Love, Sugarcake, Lil Cupcake...)

Really well loved NRFB ponies, like the movie version of Firefly, and rainbow ponies, often go up to or over $100.

Would Nightlight be considered a Nirvana? she is often over $100.

Anyone who got Rapunzel for under $300 got a deal.  I realize Mimic regularly goes for more than $100, but she also dips to $50. She is not a rare pony, just well liked- so if you are patient you can find her for a deal. I got mine for $1 at a swap meet

[Shiverdam]

The only pony I've bought for $100 was Ice Crystal off ebay. Nowadays I hunt thrift stores and antique malls for ponies. I don't think I'd spend nearly that much on a pony now.