05-08-2009, 09:46 AM
Josh,I would think long and hard before selling my models since you are still living with your parents...
As far as getting into the business..
First its a dog eat dog world where the meanest dog wins.I was a part time train show dealer and did ok but,didn't get rich..Some shows I made lots of money while other shows I barely broke even.You are facing 3 establish model train shops plus the e-tailers...Count those other 2 shops as competitors as well.
As far as your custom buildings..Will any of those shops take consignments? If so,sell them there..The price should be reasonable but,not cheap..Cover your cost plus some labor.
Can you weather? There seems to be a limited demand for weathered cars especially on E-bay.
As far as getting into the business..
First its a dog eat dog world where the meanest dog wins.I was a part time train show dealer and did ok but,didn't get rich..Some shows I made lots of money while other shows I barely broke even.You are facing 3 establish model train shops plus the e-tailers...Count those other 2 shops as competitors as well.
As far as your custom buildings..Will any of those shops take consignments? If so,sell them there..The price should be reasonable but,not cheap..Cover your cost plus some labor.
Can you weather? There seems to be a limited demand for weathered cars especially on E-bay.
Larry
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Engineman
Summerset Ry
Make Safety your first thought, Not your last! Safety First!