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[havlicek]

... case in point, "Hong Kong Mabuchis." I'm sure I didn't "discover" these like some slot-car-Pizarro, but I was happy to learn about them after taking some apart and seeing how they could be useful. I think I got my first batch for something like a buck or two a pop... well, those days are long gone. Don Weaver and I were watching another auction of these on eBay that ended yesterday where a box of 24 went for $272!  Maybe next time I'll just keep my thoughts to myself!  

1960s FULL VENDING BOX OF 24 MABUCHI SERIES FT-16 SLOT CAR CAN MOTORS!

[B.C.]

I was watching also until it got to $70. A happy seller I would guess.

[havlicek]

I would say so, Brian!  

On the bright side, it underscores the fact that there are people who still have interest in working on old motors... and/or... old chassis they can install a good analog for an old motor into. I mean, what else would you do with these where it would be anywhere near worth paying $11.33 plus shipping for them?

[Don Weaver]

John,
 
I still have some left from our buy a year or two ago.  At $12.00+ I may just have to let some go...
 
Don

[havlicek]

Turns out to have been a good investment, Don!  
 
-john