It has definitely got more expensive to buy from Ebay in the UK, partly ridiculous prices on basic ponies and partly that the bidding has been going crazy- with lots of sniping from power sellers. I have had alot more luck on Swedish Tradera site lately - some really lovely sellers and rarer ponies, even with risk of customs charges I've been quite lucky. 

Hi everyone, I'm from Leicester and have been back into collecting since the start of this year and lock down has escalated my obsession again! I was originally collecting G1 from around 2002- 2010 but unfortunately had to let go of my collection when I could no longer house it all after a breakup. Biggest regret of my life- Literally !!!!! I will never get it back where it was but have really enjoyed replacing some key ponies and also refurbishing , so already have a growing herd again. Decided to move away from my previous focus of MIB cause I really cant afford MIB now its increased in value( Sob!!) But instead embrace the less perfect and loved pony and play sets. Already so enjoying it and some of the lovely people I've been in contact with on various auction sites , proper chuffed that we are all still collecting and appreciating ponies. One of my fav things right now is due to having gathered 50 or so I can once again enjoy the "magic pony smell" of plastic that only ponies have. Is it just me that loves this smell? Anyway that's me, have a great evening!