Joe Montana 1981 Topps RC

HoopsieDoopsie · 07-10-2018, 06:29 PM

Hey guys, Just looking for some thoughts on the 1981 Joe Montana Topps Rookie. Do you guys think these are undervalued/overvalued at current market prices? I really wanna purchase either a BGS/PSA 8 or 9 for the PC.

Is now a good time to grab one of these or do you think they will drop in value or go up in the near future?

I value and appreciate everyone's input. Thanks in advance for any thoughts on this one.

hxcmilkshake · 07-10-2018, 07:21 PM

He seems really cheap since the advent of Brees, Brady etc....I'm not sure he will go up because of all the QBs out there that will have better stats...he seems to be getting pushed down alot of lists.....certainly a legend, though, and one of the greatest QBs of all time, so go get one.

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ClickWins · 07-10-2018, 07:58 PM

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Originally Posted by hxcmilkshake

He seems really cheap since the advent of Brees, Brady etc....I'm not sure he will go up because of all the QBs out there that will have better stats...he seems to be getting pushed down alot of lists.....certainly a legend, though, and one of the greatest QBs of all time, so go get one.

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I honestly think Brady has hurt his value

gonickgo · 07-10-2018, 07:58 PM

If you’re looking for a graded RC, this is a pretty good time to buy, compared to the last few years. eBay has been saturated with them more than in recent memory. If you look you can probably get a BGS 8 for $100 or so a PSA 8 will run you closer to $135-$150. A year ago a PSA would cost $150 minimum. A PSA 9 can likely be found near $500 if you’re lucky, which is at least $100 less than they were last year.
His raw RCs are obviously based on condition. The raw cards that are in amazing shape (potential high 8s and 9s) are going for big bucks. With the amount of mint-ish raw cards dwindling rapidly, it appears people are willing to over pay right now. I know I’m guilty of it. With all the risks of trimming and recoloring that exist with that card, I would buy a nice looking 8 and hope for the best.

WilsonCollector · 07-10-2018, 08:39 PM

I'd grab one now, it's really a must have card. I think I snagged this card last year.

Bassplayah101 · 07-10-2018, 08:46 PM

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Originally Posted by WilsonCollector

I'd grab one now, it's really a must have card. I think I snagged this card last year.

jesus, that looks way better than an 8.

ClickWins · 07-10-2018, 08:46 PM

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Originally Posted by WilsonCollector

I'd grab one now, it's really a must have card. I think I snagged this card last year.

Why isn't that graded higher! Nice card

WilsonCollector · 07-10-2018, 09:01 PM

Thanks guys, I guess it caught a grader on a bad day. Good for me

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Back scan.

Bassplayah101 · 07-10-2018, 09:19 PM

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Originally Posted by WilsonCollector

Thanks guys, I guess it caught a grader on a bad day. Good for me

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Back scan.

yeah, i guess its a little too OC to be a 9, but those corners and edges look razor sharp during a time where razor sharp was rare.

nice card!

quackhead · 07-10-2018, 11:23 PM

That is a great looking 8 Montana. The back definitely knocked it down, but the front eye appeal is beautiful.

Siberian13 · 07-11-2018, 07:16 AM

I got a PSA 9. I way overpaid for it based on today’s prices. I assume they were being falsely hyped when I bought. But it’s the one card I wanted when I started collecting. If I could only choose one card in my collection, this would be it.

MJGOAT23 · 07-11-2018, 07:27 AM

They are a good buy right now. Nicely centered PSA8 or 9 like Wilson's posted above is the way to go.

Siberian13 · 07-11-2018, 07:29 AM

You can use the 15% eBay deal later today.

HoopsieDoopsie · 07-11-2018, 10:18 AM

Thanks for the input guys. I think I'm gonna grab a PSA 8 and try and find a beauty like Wilson's. These do seem reasonably priced right now like others have mentioned, haven't really followed what these have gone for years prior but if I can find a nice centered psa 8 for around or below $150 I'll be happy.

titletowncards · 07-11-2018, 10:53 AM

I have a PSA 9 and overpaid at the time. But I love the card and it's an essential piece of my PC.

HoopsieDoopsie · 07-11-2018, 11:21 AM

Ya I agree. This is an essential card for the PC. Been collecting for over 25 years and I can't understand why I am just adding one now after all these years lol.. I really do believe its cards like these that will stand the test of time and to me what make collecting cards great.

And the card looks so much better in the psa holder as well with the red/white label.. great 49ers eye appeal. Can't wait to get one in hand

Gustomania · 07-11-2018, 11:48 AM

Very strong PSA 8

Also, don't forget about the 1982 version which is one of my favorite Montana cards........looks amazing next to the 1981 card.

07-10-2018, 06:29 PM	#1
HoopsieDoopsie Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Posts: 225	Joe Montana 1981 Topps RC Hey guys, Just looking for some thoughts on the 1981 Joe Montana Topps Rookie. Do you guys think these are undervalued/overvalued at current market prices? I really wanna purchase either a BGS/PSA 8 or 9 for the PC. Is now a good time to grab one of these or do you think they will drop in value or go up in the near future? I value and appreciate everyone's input. Thanks in advance for any thoughts on this one.

07-10-2018, 08:39 PM	#5
WilsonCollector Member Join Date: Dec 2015 Posts: 1,520	I'd grab one now, it's really a must have card. I think I snagged this card last year. __________________ I am Largentcollector on other forums.

07-10-2018, 09:01 PM	#8
WilsonCollector Member Join Date: Dec 2015 Posts: 1,520	Thanks guys, I guess it caught a grader on a bad day. Good for me . Back scan. __________________ I am Largentcollector on other forums.

07-11-2018, 10:53 AM	#15
titletowncards Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Posts: 3,749	I have a PSA 9 and overpaid at the time. But I love the card and it's an essential piece of my PC. __________________ titletowncards Go Pack Go! 2020-21 NBA Champion Milwaukee Bucks

07-11-2018, 11:48 AM	#17
Gustomania Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Minneapolis, MN Posts: 3,888	Very strong PSA 8 Also, don't forget about the 1982 version which is one of my favorite Montana cards........looks amazing next to the 1981 card. Attached Thumbnails __________________ Collecting: Sandy Koufax "Left Arm of God"

07-10-2018, 07:21 PM	#2
hxcmilkshake Member Join Date: Apr 2018 Location: Apopka FL Posts: 11,395 hxcmilkshake	He seems really cheap since the advent of Brees, Brady etc....I'm not sure he will go up because of all the QBs out there that will have better stats...he seems to be getting pushed down alot of lists.....certainly a legend, though, and one of the greatest QBs of all time, so go get one. Sent from my SM-G935P using Tapatalk

07-10-2018, 07:58 PM	#4
gonickgo Member Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: Highland Park, IL Posts: 37	If you’re looking for a graded RC, this is a pretty good time to buy, compared to the last few years. eBay has been saturated with them more than in recent memory. If you look you can probably get a BGS 8 for $100 or so a PSA 8 will run you closer to $135-$150. A year ago a PSA would cost $150 minimum. A PSA 9 can likely be found near $500 if you’re lucky, which is at least $100 less than they were last year. His raw RCs are obviously based on condition. The raw cards that are in amazing shape (potential high 8s and 9s) are going for big bucks. With the amount of mint-ish raw cards dwindling rapidly, it appears people are willing to over pay right now. I know I’m guilty of it. With all the risks of trimming and recoloring that exist with that card, I would buy a nice looking 8 and hope for the best.

07-10-2018, 11:23 PM	#10
quackhead Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: CA Posts: 4,865	That is a great looking 8 Montana. The back definitely knocked it down, but the front eye appeal is beautiful.

07-11-2018, 07:16 AM	#11
Siberian13 Member Join Date: Feb 2015 Posts: 77,128 shiller13	I got a PSA 9. I way overpaid for it based on today’s prices. I assume they were being falsely hyped when I bought. But it’s the one card I wanted when I started collecting. If I could only choose one card in my collection, this would be it.

07-11-2018, 07:27 AM	#12
MJGOAT23 Member Join Date: May 2015 Posts: 2,897 djhoog23	They are a good buy right now. Nicely centered PSA8 or 9 like Wilson's posted above is the way to go.

07-11-2018, 07:29 AM	#13
Siberian13 Member Join Date: Feb 2015 Posts: 77,128 shiller13	You can use the 15% eBay deal later today.

07-11-2018, 10:18 AM	#14
HoopsieDoopsie Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Posts: 225	Thanks for the input guys. I think I'm gonna grab a PSA 8 and try and find a beauty like Wilson's. These do seem reasonably priced right now like others have mentioned, haven't really followed what these have gone for years prior but if I can find a nice centered psa 8 for around or below $150 I'll be happy.

07-11-2018, 11:21 AM	#16
HoopsieDoopsie Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Posts: 225	Ya I agree. This is an essential card for the PC. Been collecting for over 25 years and I can't understand why I am just adding one now after all these years lol.. I really do believe its cards like these that will stand the test of time and to me what make collecting cards great. And the card looks so much better in the psa holder as well with the red/white label.. great 49ers eye appeal. Can't wait to get one in hand