Need help from the "big spenders" on this board; rare card $

[hive17]

I have patiently played the waiting game for a card that I have desperately wanted to show up in auction format (**** Burbank and Evolution Sports Marketing). Now, I'm nervous as to how much the card will go for.

I'm so nervous in fact, that I don't even want to post the card. If some of you "SP chasers" or "rare" card collectors could PM me and give me your opinions, I'd be greatful.

Basically, I need to know if I need to raise more funds in the next few days.

Thanks.

 

[hive17]

PMs returned. Thanks guys. I'll be interested in your thoughts.

 

[Jays_Cards]

Just like any other card buying decision, decide the absolute maximum price you will pay and put that number in the gixen snipe box!

 

[starwarsfan2003]

Ive had that happen to me before, and it all depends on rarity and/or how often they come up on Ebay.

If this is going to be a centerpiece card, ie one of your top 5, then go for it full force;

If its something that will eventually show up again, bid accordingly.

I have no idea what the card in question is, but if your sure you wont see it again for a while, bite the bullet and pay that premium to get it.

 

[Jeff D]

I think it goes without saying that there should be a follow-up/update post when the auction is over.

Also if it's Brewer's or vintage related and you want to shoot me a PM with the details, I promise not to bid. Probably.

 

[Exposfan]

Hive - are you going to the Labor Temple show on Sunday?

 

[hive17]

Exposfan- nope, i'm working a mission at the Indy car race in Milwaukee

 

[Codasco07]

I was in a similar situation last month, there was a card I was waiting for ages to pop up. I figured it would go for about 400 but I put in a bid of just over 600 in case. I won it for about 570, so I would recommend bidding as high as you possibly can.

 

[JEA2880]

As always, contact the seller before you let the auction run it's course. The worst he can do is say he won't end it early.