Collecting RC cars and NASCAR models is both a lot of fun and potentially profitable. However, your investment can quickly become worthless if your collectible items like the 1:64 Dale Earnhardt Jr. Motorsport Editions collectables are stored improperly.
Storage issues can depreciate the value of your collectibles in a couple of ways. First of all if the item is not stored properly it can be damaged by wear, tear and abrasions. Crushed boxes, chipped paint and scratches can all lead to a lower value on your collectible. To avoid these problems you will want to keep your collectable in its original packaging. You will then pack this box into a larger box that has reinforced corners. The packing box needs to be large enough to accommodate the original packaging as well as a little padding from foam pieces or air bags.
Another storage problem that can develop is damage caused by exposure to contaminants and other hazards. For example, sun light can fade your decals and paint job and moisture can cause mold damage, decal damage and cosmetic damage. To avoid these problems you will want to store your collectibles out of direct sunlight, you will want to keep it in a moisture neutral environment and you will also want to keep your items stored in a room that has a constant mild temperature. If you live in an area that has high humidity then you can protect your investment by keeping your items stored in an air tight container with desiccant packets.
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Great advice guys! I think one of the key things about storage is to keep the models dry and store them at an even temperature in a dry environment.
I’d imagine it is moisture that will cause problems to happen?
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Great advice dudes! Yep, temperature really is an issue. I had a rusty part issue once due to improper storage.
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Great advice guys! I think one of the key things about storage is to keep the models dry and store them at an even temperature in a dry environment.
I’d imagine it is moisture that will cause problems to happen?
Dessicant dehumidifiers are another way to protect your collectibles from humidity. Keeping them in a case works, but like the post says, it needs to be air tight! Otherwise, it will still be possible for moisture to get inside and the conditions in the case (dark, moist) will make mold and rust even more likely.
Wow – great idea about collecting RC race cards. I have some old race cars from the 1950s and 60s that my dad gave me – do u know what they might be worth?
Don’t know what they can be worth.
This are so great.I am a huge collector of toys and hopes to sell my collection in the future for profit hence, this would all be useful for me to follow.
I agree. When you are collecting valuable items you should take precautions to make sure they do not get damaged. Nice post.
Thanks for the advice. I will try these methods with my collectibles.
Yes, the sun can really fade colors, and quickly too.