Bionicle & Hero Factory - general discussion

[Quacs]

A question to those who have sold lots of Bionicle/Hero Factory sets in the past. I picked up a 10 lb lot recently of these. No instructions. A bunch of them are put together, but I have no clue what is complete, what isn't, etc. Is it best to just leave them as is for pictures, and post the lot that way? Or should I break them down into piece types - heads, weapons, arms/legs, etc. I have seen stuff posted both ways on eBay and am curious if people have thoughts on either approach or if it even matters. And yes, maybe not a smart buy if I am asking this question, haha, but for $20 I figured what the hey.

 

I don't know the answer to your question, but this is relatively risk-free way of expanding your resale expertise.  I applaud your open-mindedness...

[nolanfan34]

Ha, good point. I find Craigslist addicting, and I like to gamble, so there are certainly times where I just go with my gut and assume I can at least break even and learn something about a part of Lego I am not familiar with.

[azfuzz1411]

I have 26 used sets. 20 in box, w/ instructions, and 6 loose, all parts accounter for.

[ch_ris127]

Right now, the Bionicle market is only made up of fans of the series. It doesn't get any more publicity or advertisements, so it could increase a little more when the die-hard Bionicle fans get to their 20's and buy their favorite childhood sets.

 

I gotta agree with you there, the age group could really affect things, since it's mostly the kids who are fans of Bionicle, same as how kids are fans of HF now. Currently though, kids are raving about these HF sets like crazy and it sells like crazy, especially in my country. It probably has something to do with how it's cheaper than normal LEGO sets and that they aren't hard to build at all. So parents would just go "Ah, what the heck I'll just get my son one of these".

[Brick Lady]

I'm in the same boat. I have been using brickset to identify the figure by its mask. I can check to see if the set is complete via the parts list. Then I look it up here on brickpicker for average used price. You could get an idea if you have complete sets or not and then decide to sell them individually or as a lot. Hope that helps!

[Ciglione]

I have the same question you have Tony. I have some complete exoforce sets in a bulk I bought in December. I washed them but I did not get the chance yet to put them together. I want to sell them as well so I will get some money back that I spend on the bulk. Are these selling good or is it a niche market? How to sell? In a bulk or all the sets build?

[vincevaughn]

Also curious, as I have a big bag of figures and pieces now...not sure I want to mess with identifing and selling individually...

[beartrapper]

I buy a lot of bionicle & hero factory lots for my son and I. Pricing is usually the most important thing to me closely followed by confirming that the joints are intact. Many of the older bionicle pieces seem to become brittle with age.

[Huskers1236]

I have had decent luck with selling older Exo-force sets, but never Bionicle.  It is definitely a niche market within Lego.  If it was me on the Bionicle sets, I would sell as a bulk just to move it out of my sight, as I think building all the sets just to make $10 each isn't worth it.  I know there are some collectible sets in the line, but mostly they were pretty cheap.

[Sparkesy43]

Hi all,

 

I'm looking at a bulk lot of mostly Bionicle pieces with a few confirmed sets included from a local classifieds ad.  Just wondering, if I get it at the right price, should I look at parting the lot out, or selling the sets as used complete then offload any remaining parts?

 

Thoughts?

[amolisa]

Is the Vezon and Kardas set really that rare?  Just that I have a set and looking to sell. Was gonna ebay it until I saw one for high price. Can some one suggest best place to sell it?

[Locutus001]

Hey!

Sorry to bother you and I hope I didn't overlook an already existing thread.

 

I'm not really into Bionicle or Hero Factory but as they seem to be somehow popular I was wondering if they are worth the trouble.

 

I've seen the thread about rarest and most valuable sets and looking at the current price and the retail price I was not really impressed... those have been about 50$ and are around 100$ now (after about 8-10 years?)

 

As some of you might already heavily invest in those themes I'd like to ask you about your experience and opinion.

 

Thanks!

[Ed Mack]

These sets have a few standout performers, but I think the strength of the theme is that many sets are solid performers long term, similar to the Technic sets, another niche theme. Are they the best? No, but for some diversity and because they are damn cool, I would recommend some in everyone's collection.

[KShine]

These sets have a few standout performers, but I think the strength of the theme is that many sets are solid performers long term, similar to the Technic sets, another niche theme. Are they the best? No, but for some diversity and because they are damn cool, I would recommend some in everyone's collection.

 

Sorry, but I just don't see ball joints and pins as being LEGO.

[Ed Mack]

Sorry, but I just don't see ball joints and pins as being LEGO.

It's not about you...It's about the kids.  My son loves them.  

[trekgate502]

It's not about you...It's about the kids.  My son loves them.  

 

Ed,

 

While I may not like Chima I love Hero Factory and so does my son.

[Locutus001]

Okay thanks for the advice!

 

I think I will stick with other themes as for now since there is only a limited budget to spend on LEGOs...

instead of getting some of these I will get another SSD or Modular.

Maybe with the new bionicle theme 2015 there will be some sets that'll attract me as well.

[brickolodon]

Ahhh...better get my old Maori dictionary from the attic.

Edited September 20, 2014 by OlegLEGO

[justapilgrim]

I know a few stores that have stacks of HF rotting on their shelves, an I missing something? I know some are retired but haven't bothered to even look up what they may be worth

[exciter1]

I know a few stores that have stacks of HF rotting on their shelves, an I missing something? I know some are retired but haven't bothered to even look up what they may be worth

 

Yes, they are worth looking up.

[legostudmuffin]

Is the Vezon and Kardas set really that rare? Just that I have a set and looking to sell. Was gonna ebay it until I saw one for high price. Can some one suggest best place to sell it?

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ill buy the set off you for $100

[Thumper]

Though it may not be the rarest or most valuable, it's sure hard to keep in stock anytime they pop up! (an easy instant flip!)

 

#8623 Krekka

 

simply 'cause of the white hose

Edited October 7, 2014 by Thumper

[Sauromosis]

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[amussi5]

Though it may not be the rarest or most valuable, it's sure hard to keep in stock anytime they pop up! (an easy instant flip!)

#8623 Krekka

simply 'cause of the white hose

I have one for sale with box and instructions if anyone is interested

[7Z7]

Good evening,

How much I can sale this piece very rare? This is a head glow in the dark Bionicle Glatorian/Hero Factory :

http://www.servimg.com/view/19126880/1

http://www.servimg.com/view/19126880/2

Thank you for your help.