Category Archives: Selling Tips

Shades of Gray: How to Distinguish “Gray” from “Bluish Gray” LEGO Pieces

Posted on August 14, 2014 by BrickingTips

Back in the early 2000s, LEGO tweaked the coloring of their gray pieces. Since the color change was minor adjustment rather than a major overhaul, many LEGO builders to this day cringe at the thought of distinguishing “old” grays from “new” … Continue reading →

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A Few Tips for LEGO Sellers Who Smoke or Have Pets

Posted on August 7, 2014 by BrickingTips

Smoking and pets will make your job as an eBay seller more difficult. Both smoking and pet dander can trigger allergies in some of your buyers, which is nothing to sneeze at. Seriously, though, you don’t want to be that … Continue reading →

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LEGO vs. Mega Bloks: Tips on Distinguishing Real LEGO from Knockoff Brands and Custom Pieces

Posted on July 31, 2014 by BrickingTips

Spotting non-LEGO parts isn’t always easy, but following a few simple guidelines can aid you on your quest to distinguish authentic LEGO pieces from other toy construction parts. Will the real LEGO pieces please stand up? clone: a term used to … Continue reading →

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Easy Target: Why you shouldn’t use the LEGO name or logo on outgoing packages

Posted on July 17, 2014 by BrickingTips

Over the decades LEGO toys have become hot property. Guess who also knows about LEGO’s popularity? Thieves! Keep your outer shipping box or envelope neutral and without reference to LEGO. Markings related to LEGO can attract the attention of thieves during shipping. … Continue reading →

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Examining Clustering Potential of LEGO Pieces: Will buyers want one or multiples of the same LEGO piece?

Posted on July 10, 2014 by BrickingTips

Far from being an exact science, clustering potential is a term that I use to indicate a buyer’s likelihood of desiring multiple quantities of the exact same piece. A seller can try to gauge clustering potential before choosing a new LEGO piece … Continue reading →

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Start Selling LEGO on Ebay by Buying LEGO On Ebay

Posted on July 6, 2014 by BrickingTips

Even if your ultimate goal is to sell LEGO on eBay, my first recommendation for every new eBay user is to BUY a few items. You know that expression about “following before you lead”? Think of “buying before you sell” … Continue reading →

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