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23.04.2023 - 07:39 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
If you grew up in the 1980s, there's a chance you may still have some classic toys boxed away that could be worth thousands.
The '80s was one of the greatest decades for children's toys. Who can forget the excitement of seeing those all action TV adverts and picking out that year's hottest toy from a home catalogue - ah, heady days.
But as we've become adults, any toys from that magical era have either been tucked away in a dusty loft, or much worse, chucked out. But if you're one of those that couldn't quite bear to part with that bit of your childhood, you might be in luck.
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According to specialist toy auctioneers, Wessex Auction Rooms, "1980s toys are currently creating the biggest bidding wars." So if you've still got any toys from the era hidden away, they could be worth a mint.
The price they fetch, of course, would depend on factors including the toy's rarity, condition, popularity and particularly if they are unopened in their original box. But even if the original box has long gone by the wayside and those action figures have a few scuffs, all is not lost.
Tim Weeks, toy specialist at Wessex Auction Rooms said: "It’s amazing to think how many of these classic toys are still tucked away people’s lofts and could be worth a small fortune. It’s not just boxed and carded examples that make money, even loose figures and vehicles in play-worn condition have value".
So your well loved Skeletor or Luke Skywalker action figures that have seen a few intergalactic battles in the back garden down the years might still get you a nice sum.
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