Is this a fair deal on a CGC 3.0 JIM 85?

[jjfversion1]

Thought I would get your guys expert opinion on a deal I am about to make. Does $185 for a JIM 85 CGC 3.0 (cr/ow) sound about right? I know the price of the book has dropped off a little since Thor came out, but does it have the potential to make a jump once Loki comes back in the Avengers? Im not looking to flip this immediately (as I am a big Loki fan), but just want to make sure I am not overpaying for this specific copy. Last gpa on the book was 150, but they were selling around 225 when thor came out. What do u all think?

[JazzMan]

Seems like market value is about $210 to $220. Looks like someone got a good deal at $150.

[VintageComics]

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It could potentially save you a lot of money.

 

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[JazzMan]

He's got it, that's how he knows

Last gpa on the book was 150, but they were selling around 225 when thor came out

[VintageComics]

He's got it, that's how he knows

Last gpa on the book was 150, but they were selling around 225 when thor came out

 

Missed that.

 

(thumbs u

[jjfversion1]

Haha ya, I have GPA, but there haven't been many recent sales since the movie buzz died off, so I was wondering if the value of the book might have dropped a little. Any other thoughts? Would YOU purchase this book at that price?

[shadroch]

No, I would not. Not sure how helpful that is, but I wouldn't.

Thor prices jumped because of the movie, now they are in decline. There may be a slight bump when the Avengers come out, but you said you are not looking for a flip so what does that matter. I'd buy at $120 or less. Be patient and you'll find a similar book cheaper.

[jjfversion1]

Thanks for the advice shadroch, do you really think prices will come down that far eventually?

 

What is a good price for that book in today's market? I seem to lack patience when it comes to characters I like

[shadroch]

I doubt the prices will come down that much. I just don't buy books at market price. Market price (to me) is what a dealer sells a book for. A collector will rarely get market value for his books. If you were to offer a copy of a book that sells for $150-$175 to a dealer, he'll offer you a half to two thirds their value. So there is room for another buyer to pay more than a dealer will offer, but still get the book below market value.