With Christmas in the air, our minds drift back to our dreams of toys under our trees in the 1980s. During this decade, the toy industry quickly moved to release some of the most defining toy lines. Some of these lines are still with us even today. Some, like He-Man, created such intense waves of […]
Wheeljack’s Lab – Vintage Toy Blog
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The Best Way to Sell Ghostbusters Toys and Action Figures
Trying to figure out how to sell your old toys can sometimes be a headache. Apart from dealing with the several options available, you might not be so sure about the value you will get in return. That is why, in this post, we share 6 ideas on the best way to sell Ghostbusters Action […]
2024 Star Wars May the 4th Deals Starting at $0.54 – $20,000 Value
Attention, Star Wars enthusiasts! Brace yourselves for an intergalactic savings event unlike any other. We are proud to announce our upcoming May the 4th auction hosted on eBay, featuring 12 incredible Star Wars items starting at a light saber shattering 54 cents. But that’s not all – these auctions aren’t your ordinary sales; they’re a […]
Where Can I Sell My G.I. Joe Toys for Cash?
An amazing way to make money is to sell your G.I. Joe toys. You are probably thinking, “Where can I sell my G.I. Joe toys?” This post will guide you through everything involved in selling your old toys. G.I. Joe toys are America’s number one action figures. And buying them from their previous owners is […]
The Top 10 Toys Based on Horror Movies
Both adults and youths enjoy the visceral experience brought on by horror movies. So, it is no wonder that the fantastical icons have made their way onto toys and action figures. So, rather than relegating themselves to watching their favorite films, they can reenact the scenes with their favorite characters and monsters. With access to […]
Who Buys ThunderCats Toys for Cash?
Do you know who buys ThunderCats toys, or which of these places will give you the best deal? Putting up your old toys for sale is a fantastic idea. You get to pass on cartoon toys from your childhood to other cool vintage toy lovers out there. At Wheeljack’s Lab, we aim to make it […]
The Top Ten Most Expensive GI Joe Toys
Step back in time and dive into the captivating world of vintage G.I. Joe toys, where action figures come to life with a rich history that sparks nostalgia in collectors’ and enthusiasts’ hearts. Introduced by Hasbro in 1964, G.I. Joe revolutionized the toy industry by presenting articulated, poseable action figures, each representing a different military […]
The Top Ten Most Expensive He-Man Toys
Step into a nostalgic realm where childhood memories come to life: the world of vintage He-Man toys. These action figures, released in the 1980s, ignited the imaginations of countless youngsters, becoming an iconic part of pop culture. With their bold colors, muscular physiques, and distinctive accessories, He-Man and his cohorts transported kids to the fantastical […]
The Ten Most Expensive Shogun Warriors Toys
Mattel introduced the Shogun Warriors to America in 1977. Unlike most of Mattel’s catalog, the American toy maker did not develop this toy line. Instead, they saw a popular trend from Japan, the love for giant robots in Tokusatsu, and felt that America would also embrace the robots. So, they licensed several popular toy brands […]
Ten Memorable Toys that We Longed for Christmas in the 90s
Even as “extreme” defined the 90s, Christmas brought things down to life as we all longed for the toys of our dreams under the tree. This decade saw the emergence of more and more electronic toys in the market. Likewise, the video game industry had moved far last the crash in the 80s, actively competing […]