SMR vs. VCP

[BobbyVCP]

I just checked out SMR for the very first time online now since it is free. And wow your right they really missed the boat on the T207 Donlin, bet now the PSA5.5 in Clean Sweep is really going to jump up in price.

[ls7plus]

Blair's comment was excellent. PSA's philosophy with regard to extremely rare cards is to be very conservative in their prices. It was also good to hear from Bobby re some of what he's got planned, as I find VCP a very informative tool, although just one in the tool box, rather than the be-all and end all. As I've stated before, I believe ebay continues to reflect largely wholesale prices, and not much more, attracting a much smaller percentage of collectors who might have a real interest in a truly significant item, than do the major auction houses. It's always been the case that the quicker you want to sell, the less you usually get. The venue you choose for your sale simply reflects what your needs are.

Best regards always,

Larry

[Exhibitman]

I like the analogy David but it is flawed. The SMR is more like the Kelly Blue Book in that it says what the cars are supposedly worth. A sticker is the dealer ask price--you don't expect that to be an accurate reflection of value.

I simply do not see the efficacy of a price guide that is wrong.

But it is definitely worth what they are charging for it now.

[Edwolf1963]

Originally Posted by BobbyVCP

I just checked out SMR for the very first time online now since it is free. And wow your right they really missed the boat on the T207 Donlin, bet now the PSA5.5 in Clean Sweep is really going to jump up in price.

I keep coming back to "if it's free, how good is it then?"

[E93]

I am a big fan of VCP. It has been an incredibly valuable resource for me as both a buyer and occasional seller.
JimB