Don't assume everyone worries about their budget. We live in a world of 6-figure cars as commonplace, families of 3 in 6000 foot homes, and why not? Isn't it beautiful? Most earned it, and there's nothing wrong with a person taking pride in their possessions. These aren't for me, but I'm sure some folks will buy them and love them - isn't that the point? Don't assume everyone worries about their budget. We live in a world of 6-figure cars as commonplace, families of 3 in 6000 foot homes, and why not? Isn't it beautiful? Most... » Read More Don't assume everyone worries about their budget. We live in a world of 6-figure cars as commonplace, families of 3 in 6000 foot homes, and why not? Isn't it beautiful? Most earned it, and there's nothing wrong with a person taking pride in their possessions. These aren't for me, but I'm sure some folks will buy them and love them - isn't that the point? « Show Less
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Obviously you don't live in Miami...6 figure cars are certainly commonplace here.
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I live in los gatos, CA and 6 figure cars ARE commonplace actually. I've seen identical Ferrari modenas pull up next to each other at stop lights.
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You heard the prediction here first. Before the end of 2009, you will see this puppies sold at a discontinued prize of less than $199.99. Being rich has nothing with being stupid. Both rich and poor will be footing money for these (cubic zirconias?). Again is not a matter of how much disposable money you afford, is just a matter of stupidity blinded by vanity.
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its liek the saying goes. "A fool and his money are soon parted"Enough said. Good day to you sir!
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Even if I did have 1000 burning a hole in my pocket, I couldn't justify spending it on computer speakers. I balked at spending 100 on Bose computer speakers. When I saw them at the factory outlet for 59 I went for it. Not sorry I did. They sound great even if they're not as sexy looking as the Harmon Kardon's. They're definitely an improvement over the 20 speakers I had to begin with. 1000 for sexy glass speakers? I don't think so.
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Rob T your right! He said world, sounds like John McCain's world were fokes own 7 homes and 13 cars! I've toured the good ole USA on my cheap Honda motorcycle. From NY to Fl to Ca back to NY. I don't think they are common place in this world. Yes Miami, Beverly Hills, some parts of NYC and Chicago but commonplace...give me a break! And I do agree with the other guys too. If I had millions and a Crystal computer and monitor these would go with my Liberace collection!
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ummmm.....ok...6-figure cars commonplace ... right, and which world exactly do you live in?
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Are you looking at it for a child or adult because it will suit both If you want to buy the grave digger truck Kmart have them for twenty dollars I bought one for my partner .it is hard to explane but it is bigger than match box cars my partner put his together it was big .that is all i can tell you please Sarah Answer my response I would like to know how you went . Regards amy
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I agree with Victoria Adam's post 100%. What everyone must realize is that Fisher Price is a fabulous company who makes fantastic toys... they are not the cause of this sudden price leap. They retailed the toy for approximately $40... greedy !@#)$ bought large numbers of the toy as Victoria mentioned, before the general public could get their hands on them. This is unethical. It puts strain on the company to produce more... can inevitably cause the market to be "flooded" at Christmas due to the apparently high demand... and still children who want this toy won't stand a snowball's chance in hell of getting one for Christmas... Merry Christmas! I agree with Victoria Adam's post 100%. What everyone must realize is that Fisher Price is a fabulous company who makes fantastic toys... they are not the cause of this sudden price leap. They retailed the toy for approximately $40... greedy !@#)$ bought large numbers of the toy as Victoria mentioned, before the general public could get their hands on them. This is unethical. It puts strain on the company to produce more... can inevitably cause the market to be "flooded" at Christmas due to the apparently high demand... and still children who want this toy won't stand a snowball's... » Read More I agree with Victoria Adam's post 100%. What everyone must realize is that Fisher Price is a fabulous company who makes fantastic toys... they are not the cause of this sudden price leap. They retailed the toy for approximately $40... greedy !@#)$ bought large numbers of the toy as Victoria mentioned, before the general public could get their hands on them. This is unethical. It puts strain on the company to produce more... can inevitably cause the market to be "flooded" at Christmas due to the apparently high demand... and still children who want this toy won't stand a snowball's chance in hell of getting one for Christmas... Merry Christmas! « Show Less
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Seriously? Do you not realize how many people make or lose more in an hour than what this TV costs? If you had purchased 100 shares of Amazon in May, 1997 (for about $1785) then you'd have the money for this TV now. So what did you spend the $1785 on that was so important? Would it really have been so hard to save that much up? If not, then why are you even shopping for this? Sheesh! Why do so many people refuse to be rich these days?
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It's a collector's item. That's part of the reason why it costs so much. There are also probably a limited number of these being made. Limited supply + demand = a higher price.
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After doing a full car last year I can tell you it's hard to buy to much. There are so many places to put it that you will use what you buy. I used a 72 square foot pack on a 66 Mustang which sounds like a lot but by time you do the wheel wells, doors and trunk it goes fast.
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I also agree that you should buy toys for children based on their interests. My girls are 4 and 6 and I am sure that they would enjoy playing in the house. However, my concern is the height of the house. I read that the house is 42 inches high. My youngest daughter is 44 inches and the 6 year old is 50 inches. I cannot imagine that they would like to play on their knees or hunched over all the time. I guess this means that it is not a practical gift for them, despite the use they would get out of it.
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You can build a lot of the stuff, but not everything. I think you can make the house, tree, and snack table at the same time or just the car.
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I don't have the one that I bought in front of me but this similar to what is on it. People are often unreasonable, illogical and self-centered; Forgive them anyway. If you are kind, people may accuse you of selfish ulterior motives; Be kind anyway. If you are successful, you will win some false friends and true enemies; Succeed anyway. If you are honest and frank, people may cheat you; Be honest anyway. What you spend years building, someone could destroy overnight; Build anyway. If you find serenity and happiness, they may be jealous; Be happy anyway. The good you do today, people will often forget tomorrow; Do good anyway. Give the world the best you have, and it may never be enough; Give the world the best you've got anyway. You see, in the final analysis, it is between you and God; It was never between you and them anyway.
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It's not. Don't let one simple word ruin your day or prevent a purchase that might make your daughter very happy to own.Get past it and move on. You can do it. I believe in you.My child still LOVES this bed set and we bought it last Christmas.The padding had stayed in place very well in the comforter afterapprox. a wash each month or so which was the only valid concern. Overall the set has held up great and we are still using it.
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I am having my husband measure it when he gets home, but I can't answer right now. I am responding because I CAN tell you that it is not as huge as some reviewers said. I am also answering because it is the best furniture value for the money/quality I've ever purchased. Lastly, I'm answering because if you are putting it in a townhouse or home built after 1970, the assembly part is a GIFT! Nothing else would fit in that part of my home when delivered (moderate sized family room in older, non-walk out basement.) I've never answered one of these things, but am really impressed by how well this purchase worked out for me. I would not put it in an average apartment, though. I am having my husband measure it when he gets home, but I can't answer right now. I am responding because I CAN tell you that it is not as huge as some reviewers said. I am also answering because it is the best furniture value for the money/quality I've ever purchased. Lastly, I'm answering because if you are putting it in a townhouse or home built after 1970, the assembly part is a GIFT! Nothing else would fit in that part of my home when delivered (moderate sized family room in older, non-walk out basement.) I've never answered one of these things, but am really impressed by how well... » Read More I am having my husband measure it when he gets home, but I can't answer right now. I am responding because I CAN tell you that it is not as huge as some reviewers said. I am also answering because it is the best furniture value for the money/quality I've ever purchased. Lastly, I'm answering because if you are putting it in a townhouse or home built after 1970, the assembly part is a GIFT! Nothing else would fit in that part of my home when delivered (moderate sized family room in older, non-walk out basement.) I've never answered one of these things, but am really impressed by how well this purchase worked out for me. I would not put it in an average apartment, though. « Show Less
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Everything is relative. You could go to a home depot store and buy the same thing or something similar but I think it would cost about the same. It is nothing out of this world most definitely.
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Consipracy theory isn't necessary to explain this , just basic economics ... Have you considered that the college boys just finished final exams in June and are free to devote themselves to upgrading their PCs (thus increasing demand , and driving up the price , of this item) ? As I write , in September , kids are just getting back to college , and the same dynamics seem to be playing out ... with the item price jumping above (the stable-demand price of about) $100 as supplies are depleted . Am I not correct ?
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There are a lot of expenses that go into selling merchandise on Amazon or anywhere else. There is the shipping to Amazon, selling fees, stocking fees not to mention gasoline expense along with wear and tear on my vehicle and lots of miles. Not everyone will pay over $40 for this item but some will which will enable us not to loose money selling this item. I hope you understand our position. Thanks and take care.
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The dealer who is selling for $1.93 on Amazon is charging $4.99 shipping. So, it looks like a better deal but it might not be. If you were buying 6 of them at $6.92 that would be $41.52. It does cost more to ship 6 separately than together most times, so we can give a break on selling quantities, and that is why buying 6 together you can actually save almost $4 by buying the larger quantity. You have to look at the shipping costs also in order to see if you are getting a better deal or not. Sellers are really not trying to rip off customers. They are usually trying to give you the convenience of in home shopping and make a little income also. Personally, with the price of transportation right now, I would much rather put my gas money into paying someone to deliver it to my door rather than go from store to store to store, trying to find what I want.
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We have over 400 on it right now, but it is way overloaded. We love and plan on buying one as soon as we can. I think 250-300 is a safer bet. I think in the description somewhere it tells you how many you can get.
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Happens every year, right? Whether it's Tickle Me Elmo, Playstation 3, Nintendo Wii, or a kid's digital camera, there will be a couple of super popular gifts in short supply every year, and some people are perfectly willing to take advantage of that. I think it would be much better if people just left those items unbought on web stores where the prices are inflated so much, and got their kid something else. If the sellers ended up having to keep the 4 Playstation 3's that they bought just to sell online, and lose the $2400 that they paid for them, I guarantee the price gouging would quit very quickly. Happens every year, right? Whether it's Tickle Me Elmo, Playstation 3, Nintendo Wii, or a kid's digital camera, there will be a couple of super popular gifts in short supply every year, and some people are perfectly willing to take advantage of that. I think it would be much better if people just left those items unbought on web stores where the prices are inflated so much, and got their kid something else. If the sellers ended up having to keep the 4 Playstation 3's that they bought just to sell online, and lose the $2400 that they paid for them, I guarantee the price gouging would quit... » Read More Happens every year, right? Whether it's Tickle Me Elmo, Playstation 3, Nintendo Wii, or a kid's digital camera, there will be a couple of super popular gifts in short supply every year, and some people are perfectly willing to take advantage of that. I think it would be much better if people just left those items unbought on web stores where the prices are inflated so much, and got their kid something else. If the sellers ended up having to keep the 4 Playstation 3's that they bought just to sell online, and lose the $2400 that they paid for them, I guarantee the price gouging would quit very quickly. « Show Less