A newbie question

[Jarren]

Is a restored CGC grade worth the same as an unrestored CGC grade of the same number? if not is it close to the same value?

[nearmint]

No. And how much the book is devalued depends on the extent of the resto.

[Mr. Zipper]

In the case of higher grade books, the restored label decimates the value. A purple label will fetch a fraction of its unrestored counterpart.

 

In the case of low grade books, 3.0 and under, the purple label will detract, but not nearly as much as with high grade books (unless it's a total frankenbook).

[Jarren]

Okay thanks for answering now let me ask is restoration financially a good way to resale If the comic is worth at least how much? 500 or more? or is restoration just not the way to go period?

 

It will seem to me that a good restoration would be hard to tell if not graded by the CGC but I could be wrong

[Psiknight]

Okay thanks for answering now let me ask is restoration financially a good way to resale If the comic is worth at least how much? 500 or more? or is restoration just not the way to go period?

 

It will seem to me that a good restoration would be hard to tell if not graded by the CGC but I could be wrong

 

Well, it sounds like you wouldn't tell the buyer that it's restored and that's a BIG no-no. Not disclosing restoration is probably the worst (or one of) things you can do as a seller.

 

As a rule, restoration is not worth it for resale. A 9.0 CGC professionally restored copy will probably get around the same price as a 3.5-4.0 unrestored copy. So if you can take a 1.0 or 1.5 book and turn it into a 9.0 and still make a profit, I guess it's worth it. However, the costs involved in doing so are astronomical.

[Jarren]

Thanks I was planning on buying some 3's or less and restoring them to a 9 but I needed some info first and it doesn't seem to be worth the headache thanks again guys

[jimjum12]

You may find some isolated circumstances where restoration may result in a profit,but mainly on a low grade key or classic issue that has good gloss and page quality already.If you can turn a 3.0 into a solid 7.0,you might fetch the VG price on occasion.It definitely has to be the right book,i.e. Action 1,'tec 27,31,etc...GOD BLESS...

 

-jimbo(a friend of jesus)

 

p.s. I got $1800 for a Batman # 11 that was apparent 7.0 that started out as a 3.0.The work was done by Matt Nelson and the issue had super page quality with the main problems being crumples and tears.I didn't have the work done myself,but Matt provides a very thorough certificate of documentation with photos of the book in it's original state.He does excellent work and the end result still had the "feel" of an unrestored book.With restoration,you definitely get what you pay for,don't cut corners.

[Jarren]

Thanks for the response Thats cool to hear about the batman you made me think about it again with a pricey comic. Perhaps it will turn out allright

[Psiknight]

You may find some isolated circumstances where restoration may result in a profit,but mainly on a low grade key or classic issue that has good gloss and page quality already.If you can turn a 3.0 into a solid 7.0,you might fetch the VG price on occasion.It definitely has to be the right book,i.e. Action 1,'tec 27,31,etc...GOD BLESS...

 

-jimbo(a friend of jesus)

 

p.s. I got $1800 for a Batman # 11 that was apparent 7.0 that started out as a 3.0.The work was done by Matt Nelson and the issue had super page quality with the main problems being crumples and tears.I didn't have the work done myself,but Matt provides a very thorough certificate of documentation with photos of the book in it's original state.He does excellent work and the end result still had the "feel" of an unrestored book.With restoration,you definitely get what you pay for,don't cut corners.

 

Jim, was it profitable to do that with the Batman? After restoration fees and such?

[jimjum12]

I don't know how long you've been collecting or what you like,but I would stick to something that you love if you do decide to try resto.You might have to shop it around for a while.I'd shop around for some prices for Moderate resto and make sure that the book in it's original condition is worth at least triple the cost of the resto work.That way all you've cot to do to profit is sell the restored book for 50% more than you paid for the book originally.It can be done,especially with a book like Cap 46,Amazing Man 22,Marvel Mystery 9,etc....by the way,what books were you considering?GOD BLESS...

 

-jimbo(a friend of jesus)

 

p.s. remember that turnaround times from the best resto artists can be lengthy,so it's not a good prospect for a "quick flip".

[jimjum12]

The work had already been done to the book when I got it.I mainly brought it up to show that restored books don't automatically sell for the good price.At the time,$1800 for a Bat 11 was the VG equivalent.GOD BLESS...

 

-jimbo(a friend of jesus)

 

p.s. it was a pretty book and I sometimes miss it.I let it go back in my drinking days.A major selling point for it was the AWESOME certificate that Matt provides.Very classy and detailed.

[october]

You may find some isolated circumstances where restoration may result in a profit,but mainly on a low grade key or classic issue that has good gloss and page quality already.If you can turn a 3.0 into a solid 7.0,you might fetch the VG price on occasion.It definitely has to be the right book,i.e. Action 1,'tec 27,31,etc...GOD BLESS...

 

-jimbo(a friend of jesus)

 

p.s. I got $1800 for a Batman # 11 that was apparent 7.0 that started out as a 3.0.The work was done by Matt Nelson and the issue had super page quality with the main problems being crumples and tears.I didn't have the work done myself,but Matt provides a very thorough certificate of documentation with photos of the book in it's original state.He does excellent work and the end result still had the "feel" of an unrestored book.With restoration,you definitely get what you pay for,don't cut corners.

 

Jim, was it profitable to do that with the Batman? After restoration fees and such?

 

I asked the same question not long ago.

 

http://boards.collectors-society.com/sho...rue#Post1299407

 

I will be selling them at the Chicago Con, along with 8 or 9 more restored Timelys, for around VG to F guide. I will be interesting to see how it all pans out.

[jimjum12]

Out of curiousity,how much for the Cap 8 ?I know otherworlds33 wants one and it's also one of my favorites,behind the 7 and the 21.GOD BLESS...

 

-jimbo(a friend of jesus)

[october]

Out of curiousity,how much for the Cap 8 ?I know otherworlds33 wants one and it's also one of my favorites,behind the 7 and the 21.GOD BLESS...

 

-jimbo(a friend of jesus)

 

I am at work right now and I can't remember what I have it at. I will PM you when I get home. I also have Cap 3, 6, 7, 8, 9 and 14 (I think). Subby 5 (unrestored) and Subby 12 (burning arm cover) as well. All for sale at the upcoming Con, or before by request I guess.

[jimjum12]

Thanks,Andy.GOD BLESS...

 

-jimbo(a friend of jesus)