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Expert: - 12/2/2009


Question

Star Wars
Please can you tell me the name of the Star Wars vehicle (picture attached) as i no longer have the box and i am looking to sell it.

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Answer
Happy to.  You have 1982 'Rebel Transport" from the Empire Strikes Back.  It appears to be in pretty nice shape.  A little dusty/yellowed which is common.  I see it has the rotating laser cannon on top (does it still twist/lock in place to hold the item shut?)  Also see the front and back hatches are here.  Does it have the 2 cannons and seat in the back?  Inside there should be a tray with room for 24 figures.  These could and were used for storage as well as play.  They came with 4 gas masks and 5 Hoth packs.  Are they inside?  It originally sold for $29.99 in 1982.  Sorry for all the questions back but if you can answer yes to most of those its current value is between $20 to $35 depending on condition.  Thank you for the question....Dave

David Michael

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I am a graduate and self studied/taught expert in answering specific questions about vintage Star Wars and GI Joe figures, vehicles and misc. collectables. The reference to Star Wars 'vintage', to me, refers to the items which appeared from 1977 to 1985. Notice this also refers to the elusive items which were produced for the two cartoon series productions. 'Vintage' GI Joe items include only the 12 inch / 1:6 height variety produced proir to 1980. In most cases I should be able to identify an item by description. For approximates on value I of course would need some decent photos.

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I have been a collector, buyer, seller and general fan, of vintage toys, for the last 30 years. My schooling and self study has included years of research and travel to various events. I have owned/still own numerous examles of many collections for study, research and comparison. I am still an avid trader, buyer and seller of these and several other high quality items.

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