flipper Posted April 1, 2009 Share Posted April 1, 2009 From time to time I come across MCM items in houses we buy or remodel. I usually just donate them to goodwill, because I've never had any luck guesstimating their value online. I'm sure some collectors would like some of the stuff I find though. Are there any good online retailers I can look at to help identify pieces and assess their value? In particular, I have an orange, metal cone fireplace now and I don't know what it's worth.Thanks,flipper Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goastros Posted April 1, 2009 Share Posted April 1, 2009 The best way I have found is to go to ebay and search the completed auctions--it's under the advanced search function. You can get an idea for what has sold and the going price. You can even check the date of the sale to see when the best time of the year is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flipper Posted April 1, 2009 Author Share Posted April 1, 2009 The best way I have found is to go to ebay and search the completed auctions--it's under the advanced search function. You can get an idea for what has sold and the going price. You can even check the date of the sale to see when the best time of the year is.Thanks! I had no idea you could search completed auctions. It didn't work for this particular fireplace, but I'm sure it will come in handy in the future.flipper Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stolitx Posted April 1, 2009 Share Posted April 1, 2009 Thanks! I had no idea you could search completed auctions. It didn't work for this particular fireplace, but I'm sure it will come in handy in the future.flipperFireplace? Do tell Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flipper Posted April 1, 2009 Author Share Posted April 1, 2009 Fireplace? Do tell flipper Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
apower Posted April 6, 2009 Share Posted April 6, 2009 flipper It looks like a Preway. They usually go for less than a Malm. Looks like it is in good condition. I would guess you could get $500-$600 bucks for it, but would probably be a pain to ship. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flipper Posted April 6, 2009 Author Share Posted April 6, 2009 I can only find one blemish in the finish. I'm going to try to disassemble it tomorrow. We'll see how that goes Do you know of a resale place in town that might want to buy it? flipper Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goastros Posted April 7, 2009 Share Posted April 7, 2009 Here's some sites by googling if it is a Preway:http://www.danripley.com/catalogs/oct%20mo...0_0541_0560.htmLot 553 - Orange Enamel 1970s Fireplace Mod Vintage Retro Orange enamel Preway brand 1970s free standing fireplace. 23"H with 30"pipe x 36"W x 26"D. Great Mod Retro accessory. Very good condition. Looks complete. No bolts for pipe. Sold as-is.</B> Estimate: 100-300 http://homepage.mac.com/breezahontas/1970s PREWAY free-standing fireplace, $500.00We have Metro Retro Furniture over on Washington Avenue. Their warehouse is in Pasadena. You might call them to see if they do consignments.http://www.metroretrofurniture.com/cgi-bin/Metro Retro is out of my price range--we usually just scavage off of Craigslist. If you decide to donate it, it would look lovely on my back patio!De Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flipper Posted April 7, 2009 Author Share Posted April 7, 2009 I uninstalled it this morning. I got the whole unit out in 1 piece including the gas logs. I have two of the "chimney" pipes too. I didn't bother with the pipe that goes through the attic since it is a custom length for this house.I'm wondering if it's even safe to have a wood burning fire in this thing.flipper Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Willowisp Posted April 7, 2009 Share Posted April 7, 2009 I have found the same to be true. I've never bit the bullet and bought from them. Just slightly overpriced enough to keep me away... I have seen lots of great pieces there though, and who knows, maybe I'll get the Eames ESU Modernica copy from them as an entertainment center. I've gotten my stuff from Karen Moyers, Travis Stodelle, Ebay, craigslist, and Sunset Settings (new queen bed I couldn't get vintage).Hey, you might be able to consign with Travis Stodelle at the 20th Century Market? It would be worth a shot just to try to sell it over that weekend and then if it doesn't sell to craigslist it.JasonWe have Metro Retro Furniture over on Washington Avenue. Their warehouse is in Pasadena. You might call them to see if they do consignments.http://www.metroretrofurniture.com/cgi-bin/Metro Retro is out of my price range--we usually just scavage off of Craigslist. If you decide to donate it, it would look lovely on my back patio!De Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flipper Posted April 7, 2009 Author Share Posted April 7, 2009 I'm kinda diggin the way the fireplace looks on my back porch. I don't know how long it would last out in the elements though.flipper Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rbarz Posted April 8, 2009 Share Posted April 8, 2009 I'm kinda diggin the way the fireplace looks on my back porch. I don't know how long it would last out in the elements though.flipperyou come up with a price? I'd like it... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flipper Posted April 8, 2009 Author Share Posted April 8, 2009 you come up with a price? I'd like it... You can PM me an offer, but I think I'm leaning toward keeping it on my porch.flipper Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goastros Posted April 8, 2009 Share Posted April 8, 2009 Definitely keep it on your porch. If you don't have a cover, time to build one! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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flipper Posted April 8, 2009 Author Share Posted April 8, 2009 Definitely keep it on your porch. If you don't have a cover, time to build one! You're killin me - We are too much of "sun worshipers" to have a cover over our porch. We finally just got an umbrella though. flipper Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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