What is THE lebron rc?

ExAreSee · 05-30-2015, 10:07 AM

I do not own 1 single lebron cars, time to change that. If I were to be spending in the 800-1100 range what is THE rc to have?

I want something simple and sexy. I don't want to re-enter into the "this is a hobby not an investment" convo that comes up once a month, that being said I'm looking for something for my pc, the same pc I will want to sell one day 10-30 years down the road and I want what I sell to gain value and at the very least get my money back for it. I'm born in 80s raised in 90s so I'd love a card the looks the most "90s-esque".

So taking all that into consideration, what lebron rookie card should I be chasing? What lebron rookie would you buy with 1000 bucks? Thanks in advance.

Wings · 05-30-2015, 10:09 AM

Sp Authentic Auto /500

or

Topps Chrome Black Refractor /500

Dwade Collector · 05-30-2015, 10:12 AM

SP Authentic /500, preferably graded 8.5/10 or 9/10

-From a guy who ran threw tons of Lebron high end

AbraCalabro · 05-30-2015, 10:17 AM

If we don't answer you to satisfaction, are you going to throw more cards off the balcony / set cards on fire?

Jblaw1 · 05-30-2015, 10:39 AM

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Originally Posted by AbraCalabro

If we don't answer you to satisfaction, are you going to throw more cards off the balcony / set cards on fire?

Ok. Need a callback in this.

rats60 · 05-30-2015, 11:12 AM

SP Authentic or SPX.

dapro · 05-30-2015, 11:19 AM

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Originally Posted by Dwade Collector

SP Authentic /500, preferably graded 8.5/10 or 9/10

-From a guy who ran threw tons of Lebron high end

What does the SP Authentic /500 look like?

JMarchand1981 · 05-30-2015, 11:20 AM

Money will be worth less 10-30 years from now. Spend away and rely on inflation.

Dwade Collector · 05-30-2015, 11:57 AM

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Originally Posted by dapro

What does the SP Authentic /500 look like?

The one I sold you lol

BostonNut · 05-30-2015, 12:05 PM

If I ever refer to a card as 'sexy' I give you all permission to take me out behind the shed and shoot me...

Bostonsports1 · 05-30-2015, 12:25 PM

Heres the SPA, I really like this one, hence why I own it. But also LOVE the Ultimate one, just such a clean simple look. Exquisite /99 might is the "high roller" ultimate one.

Dwade Collector · 05-30-2015, 12:32 PM

High roller for an exquisite is an understatement, you could literally buy 30x SP Authentics for the price of an Exquisite /99. Ridiculous for a sports card

Bostonsports1 · 05-30-2015, 12:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Dwade Collector

High roller for an exquisite is an understatement, you could literally buy 30x SP Authentics for the price of an Exquisite /99. Ridiculous for a sports card

Agreed, it makes it completely unattainable for 99% of collectors.

My vote is Ultimate or SPA, both awesome cards. Non-auto would be Chrome Ref

ExAreSee · 05-30-2015, 12:50 PM

What's your opinion on a Topps chrome graded 10 bgs?

Bostonsports1 · 05-30-2015, 12:53 PM

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Originally Posted by ExAreSee

What's your opinion on a Topps chrome graded 10 bgs?

Meh, i'd rather spend the money on a SPA. BGS 10s are cool and all, but I would rather pay more a get a SPA.

Or even a Chrome Ref 9.5 for close to the same price, assuming your limit is around the price of a BGS 10 chrome.

dapro · 05-30-2015, 01:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Dwade Collector

The one I sold you lol

Right on! I forgot I even have this card.

Dwade Collector · 05-30-2015, 01:42 PM

I'd ALWAYS take the autographed rookie over the topps chrome rookie, that's just me

dapro · 05-30-2015, 01:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dwade Collector

I'd ALWAYS take the autographed rookie over the topps chrome rookie, that's just me

If not sure, get both!

Dwade Collector · 05-30-2015, 02:08 PM

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Originally Posted by dapro

If not sure, get both!

The story of my life.....

rauchand · 06-02-2015, 10:58 AM

What about the EX credentials? I like that one

What were raw SPAs going for at the beginning of the year? I have a chance at getting a raw one that looks pretty solid for $1100

elee712 · 06-02-2015, 11:26 AM

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Originally Posted by Bostonsports1

Agreed, it makes it completely unattainable for 99% of collectors.

My vote is Ultimate or SPA, both awesome cards. Non-auto would be Chrome Ref

also the fact only 99 are in existence and the majority of people who have it, do not want to sell it...

CardsFan7 · 06-02-2015, 11:33 AM

I like the spa and spx the best.

Whodey14 · 06-02-2015, 11:36 AM

I would think the most 90s feel would be a nice insert. I would get the chrome black refractor or one of the chrome refractors you prefer most in your budget.

rauchand · 06-02-2015, 12:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Whodey14

I would think the most 90s feel would be a nice insert. I would get the chrome black refractor or one of the chrome refractors you prefer most in your budget.

Yea the EX has the 90s feel. I can't decide on the BGS 9.5 EX credentials /102, SPA raw (both around same price) or a BGS 9 SPA (would cost me more).

I already have a BGS 9 Topps Chrome Black Ref and BGS 9 regular refractor, but I want one more nice one.

cp3fan · 06-02-2015, 01:52 PM

Based on the budget, my vote would be for an SPA

05-30-2015, 10:07 AM	#1
ExAreSee Banned Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Flushing, NY Posts: 757 ExAreSee ExAreSee	What is THE lebron rc? I do not own 1 single lebron cars, time to change that. If I were to be spending in the 800-1100 range what is THE rc to have? I want something simple and sexy. I don't want to re-enter into the "this is a hobby not an investment" convo that comes up once a month, that being said I'm looking for something for my pc, the same pc I will want to sell one day 10-30 years down the road and I want what I sell to gain value and at the very least get my money back for it. I'm born in 80s raised in 90s so I'd love a card the looks the most "90s-esque". So taking all that into consideration, what lebron rookie card should I be chasing? What lebron rookie would you buy with 1000 bucks? Thanks in advance.

05-30-2015, 10:17 AM	#4
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05-30-2015, 12:25 PM	#11
Bostonsports1 Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Boston Posts: 2,269	Heres the SPA, I really like this one, hence why I own it. But also LOVE the Ultimate one, just such a clean simple look. Exquisite /99 might is the "high roller" ultimate one. __________________ I collect graded HOF RCs, rare Troy Browns and other Brady/Patriot items that catch my eye.

06-02-2015, 11:33 AM	#22
CardsFan7 Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Posts: 1,127	I like the spa and spx the best. Last edited by CardsFan7; 05-01-2016 at 01:24 PM.

05-30-2015, 10:09 AM	#2
Wings Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Omaha Posts: 5,397	Sp Authentic Auto /500 or Topps Chrome Black Refractor /500

05-30-2015, 10:12 AM	#3
Dwade Collector Banned Join Date: Jun 2012 Posts: 4,200	SP Authentic /500, preferably graded 8.5/10 or 9/10 -From a guy who ran threw tons of Lebron high end

05-30-2015, 11:12 AM	#6
rats60 Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Posts: 10,165	SP Authentic or SPX.

05-30-2015, 11:20 AM	#8
JMarchand1981 Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Posts: 34,438	Money will be worth less 10-30 years from now. Spend away and rely on inflation.

05-30-2015, 12:32 PM	#12
Dwade Collector Banned Join Date: Jun 2012 Posts: 4,200	High roller for an exquisite is an understatement, you could literally buy 30x SP Authentics for the price of an Exquisite /99. Ridiculous for a sports card

05-30-2015, 12:50 PM	#14
ExAreSee Banned Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Flushing, NY Posts: 757 ExAreSee ExAreSee	What's your opinion on a Topps chrome graded 10 bgs?

05-30-2015, 01:42 PM	#17
Dwade Collector Banned Join Date: Jun 2012 Posts: 4,200	I'd ALWAYS take the autographed rookie over the topps chrome rookie, that's just me

06-02-2015, 10:58 AM	#20
rauchand Banned Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Detroit, Michigan Posts: 4,303	What about the EX credentials? I like that one What were raw SPAs going for at the beginning of the year? I have a chance at getting a raw one that looks pretty solid for $1100

06-02-2015, 11:36 AM	#23
Whodey14 Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Kentucky Posts: 9,769	I would think the most 90s feel would be a nice insert. I would get the chrome black refractor or one of the chrome refractors you prefer most in your budget. __________________ thesportcardking on IG

06-02-2015, 01:52 PM	#25
cp3fan Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Santa Ana, CA Posts: 1,872	Based on the budget, my vote would be for an SPA __________________ My bball card collection--->http://mnault23.imgur.com/ IG: @row0_cards