TL;DR: For a big collection, send us the whole picture first and the standouts second. One submission takes up to 100 photos, or a link to an album you already made. We price from real sold prices, send you a private offer page, and once you accept you pick a drop-off day - we check everything at the counter and pay there.
Start with the whole collection, not every piece
The most common mistake with a large collection is trying to photograph every item before asking anyone. It takes days, and it usually is not what an evaluation needs first. What helps most is a clear view of the whole thing: the shelves, the bins, the boxes, spread out the way it actually sits. That tells us the size of the collection, how it has been stored and what kind of condition most of it is in.
Then take close-ups of the pieces that stand out. Anything boxed, sealed, graded, signed, numbered, a chase or a limited edition is looked at individually - never folded into a bulk number - so those are the photos that matter most. Get the front of the package, any grading label, and anything that shows damage honestly. Wear does not scare us off; surprises at drop-off are what slow a deal down.
Up to 100 photos, or just send the album
One submission on our seller form takes up to 100 photos. If you have more than that, split them across two submissions, or skip the upload entirely: if your photos are already in an album - Google Photos, Imgur, a Reddit post, a shared Google Drive folder - paste the album link into the form. You did the photography once; you should not have to do it twice.
You will also need a mobile number. That is where the code for your private offer page is texted, so use one you can receive texts on.
Organise before you photograph (ten minutes that pay off)
- Group like with like: cars with cars, figures with figures, cards with cards.
- Pull the sealed, boxed and graded pieces into their own group - they get their own photos.
- Put anything damaged, loose or incomplete together too, and say so in the notes.
- If there is a count, or an old inventory list, mention it. A rough number is fine.
A collection that arrives sorted is quicker to evaluate, and quicker to check at the counter later.
What happens after you submit
We research what comparable items have actually sold for. Asking prices on listings are not evidence of anything - plenty of items sit unsold at the price someone hoped for - so they never set a number. If you want to see how big that gap can be, our guide on sold prices versus asking prices walks through it.
When the evaluation is done you get a private offer page. It is protected by a code texted to your phone. It shows the offer, and for item-by-item offers, the sold prices behind each number. From there you can accept, or send a counter-offer if you think we have missed something. Large collections are usually priced as a lot rather than item by item; why a collection is worth less than the sum of its parts explains the arithmetic honestly.
Drop-off, after you accept
Once you accept, you pick one of the days we offer. Drop-offs happen between 2 and 6 PM at the showroom, 1302 Monte Vista Ave #21, Upland, CA 91786. Bring the items and a photo ID. We check the collection against what the offer was based on, then pay.
If what arrives is noticeably different from what was described - a smaller count, a different mix, missing standout pieces - we show you the difference, and any adjusted amount needs your explicit acceptance before anything is paid. Photos that match the collection make this step quick.
Every showroom visit is by appointment only - there are no walk-ins, Tuesdays and Wednesdays 2-6 PM Pacific (closed all other days). A collection drop-off also needs more than an appointment: it is scheduled only after we have evaluated the collection and agreed on a plan, so the time is always one that works for both of us. Questions? Call or text (909) 870-7095.
Related guides
- How to sell a large die-cast collection - the die-cast specifics.
- How to price a whole inherited collection - if the collection came to you.
- Selling locally versus shipping it yourself.
Frequently asked questions
How many photos can I upload at once?
Up to 100 photos in one submission. If your photos already live in an album, paste the album link instead of uploading them again.
Do I need to photograph every piece in a large collection?
No. Overall photos of the whole collection plus close-ups of the standout pieces are enough to start.
What happens after I submit?
We research what comparable items actually sold for - never asking prices - and send you a private offer page protected by a code texted to your phone. You can accept or counter there.
How does drop-off work after I accept?
You choose one of the days we offer and bring the items and a photo ID between 2 and 6 PM. We check the collection against the offer, then pay.
Ready when you are: start your submission.