Thomas Ebay Listings That Make No Sense.

Have you ever stumbled upon an eBay listing for a vintage Thomas the Train toy and been astounded by the exorbitant price tag? Maybe it was a rare dealer's sign or a set of motorized trains that were supposedly new but untested. The prices can be outrageous, and it's hard to believe that anyone would actually pay such exorbitant amounts for plastic toys. Yet, these listings exist, and there seems to be a market for them.

In this article, we'll take a lighthearted and humorous look at some of the most absurd Thomas the Train collectibles on eBay. Before we begin, though, it's important to note that this is all in good fun. We don't actually believe these items are worth their asking prices, and we certainly don't endorse any abusive or disrespectful behavior towards sellers. So, let's dive in and marvel at the madness!

The Pricey Sign

One listing catches our eye right from the start: a vintage Thomas the Train dealer toy store lighted sign. The seller claims that it's rare and wants a whopping $460 for it, with an additional $150 for shipping. Now, a sign as a night light sounds cool, but seriously, who needs a sign for that kind of money? We're pretty sure there are cheaper options out there. Plus, have you ever seen a Drag Master sign? Yeah, neither have we.

Contradictory Listings

Another jaw-dropping listing features a mishmash of Trackmaster trains being sold as a set, claiming they are vintage and new. The seller is asking for $500 or best offer, with $50 for shipping. But here's the catch – the listing contradicts itself by stating that the trains are untested and pre-owned. So, essentially, you're paying a small fortune for a mystery box of potentially broken toys. The broken Percy in the background is just the cherry on top.

The Snowplow Scam

Next up, we have a dubious listing for a motorized Japanese Donald and Douglas with genuine Tommy Thomas TrackMaster snowplows. The asking price? A staggering $700. We're at a loss for words as to why these snowplows make the trains so expensive. Couldn't you just 3D print them for a fraction of the cost? Unless those snowplows are made from the same wildfire-plagued plastic burning up in East Palestine, we're not buying it.

The Overpriced Roundhouse

Moving on, we find a listing for a 2004 Sodor roundhouse and expansion pack. The seller wants a mind-boggling $720 for it, with a relatively meager $15 for shipping. Now, we get that the original Sodor roundhouse is rare, especially with the box, but $720 rare? That seems excessive. We've seen the expansion set sell for a fraction of that price. It's just plastic, people!

Wooden Railway Folly

Oh, here's a listing that really makes us scratch our heads. It's a brand new Wooden Deluxe Knapford Station and figure eight set expansion pack, priced at a hefty $750, with $328 for shipping. We can't comprehend why anyone would pay that much for a Thomas product, or any Thomas product for that matter. Even the iconic white face truck that everyone goes crazy for doesn't come close to this price. At least this one has a microphone, so you can yell at your engine, but still, $750? Seriously?

To Toodle, or Not to Toodle

Now, here's an intriguing listing: a wooden railway Toodle the Train toy. It's listed at a staggering $999. While we're aware of the beloved Toodle the Train books, we had no idea that they made Toodle the Train merchandise. Maybe this is a super rare and limited toy line that slipped under our radar. If anyone has any insights, please enlighten us. Although it does have "Side Raw" (side door), that still doesn't quite justify the thousand-dollar price tag.

The Ultimate Thomas Set

Finally, we reach the pinnacle of absurdity – a Thomas and Friends train ultimate set from 2006. This was once sold in stores for a reasonable $70, but now it's listed for a mind-boggling $999.99. We remember how excited we were to finally get our hands on this set, with Mighty Mac and the suspension bridge. But who in their right mind would pay a thousand dollars for it now? It's just heartbreaking to see how far the Thomas resale market has come.

A Tower of Ridiculousness

Just when we thought we couldn't be more astounded, we stumble upon a listing for a replacement tower for a cave collapse set. The price? A mind-numbing $1,700. You read that right – just the tower, not even the entire set. So, if your kid breaks their cave collapse set, you better be ready to shell out some serious cash for a replacement tower. We can only hope that the turn tunnel it comes with is made of solid gold.

The Lesson in Thomas Resale

As we wrap up this journey into the absurd world of Thomas the Train collectibles, we can't help but reflect on the lessons learned. The Thomas resale market can be utterly nonsensical, and spending hours scrolling through eBay can be a truly depressing endeavor. But hey, at least it's still better than investing in NFTs or cryptocurrencies, right?

So, there you have it – a glimpse into the bizarre realm of Thomas the Train collectibles. Remember, this article is all in good fun, and we don't actually endorse spending outrageous sums on plastic toys. Unless you're a die-hard Thomas fan with money to spare, it's probably best to approach these listings with a healthy dose of humor and skepticism.