Toy Hunting has Changed over the Last 10 Years...

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Toy Hunting at Thrift Stores Has CHANGED! What Happened? | Pixel Dan Toy Hunts

Over the past 10 years, toy hunting in thrift stores has completely transformed, and today, we’re diving into why it's harder than ever to score vintage toy treasures at Goodwill, Salvation Army, and local thrift shops! If you’ve been in the toy-hunting game for a while, you probably remember a time when finding classic '80s and '90s toys on the cheap was part of the thrill—but in 2025, it’s a different world!

👀 What’s Changed in Toy Thrifting?

🔎 Less Vintage Toys on the Shelves – A decade ago, it wasn’t uncommon to find loose Masters of the Universe figures, TMNT, G.I. Joe, Star Wars, and Power Rangers toys sitting in bins for a couple of bucks. But today, thrift store toy sections are mostly filled with modern toys, plushies, and broken parts.
💰 Price Increases & eBay Resellers – With the rise of online marketplaces like eBay, Mercari, and Facebook Marketplace, thrift store employees are more aware of toy values. Instead of ending up in the toy bin for 99 cents, rare action figures and collectibles are often sent to Goodwill Auctions or marked up at retail prices.
🏪 Stores Holding Back Valuable Items – Many thrift stores now handpick collectibles for in-house auctions or send them to their online storefronts, bypassing local shoppers entirely.
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Different Donors, Different Toys – The wave of ‘80s and ‘90s nostalgia fueled by reboots like MOTU Origins, Classified Series G.I. Joes, and TMNT reissues has kept vintage collections in the hands of collectors instead of being donated.
🔹 Is Toy Thrift Hunting DEAD?
Not at all! While finding grail pieces in thrift stores is tougher than before, it’s not impossible! Today, toy thrifters have to be more strategic, knowing what to look for and where to go. We’ll break down the best modern toy-hunting strategies, including:
✔️ Thrift Chains vs. Independent Stores – Why small, locally owned thrift stores often yield better finds than major chains.
✔️ How to Spot Hidden Gems – Some toy collectibles slip through the cracks—learn how to spot undervalued items that resellers overlook.
✔️ Toys Worth Grabbing Today – Which modern toy lines might become future collectibles in the next 10 years?
✔️ Alternative Hunting Spots – Garage sales, flea markets, and estate sales might be the new thrift stores!

🔹 Does Anyone Still Find Vintage Toys at Thrift Stores?
YES! While it’s rarer than before, you’ll still hear stories of collectors finding MOTU, Kenner Star Wars, and even TMNT figures in random thrift shops—but you have to put in the work. It’s all about knowing the right locations, networking with store employees, and timing your hunts correctly.

🏆 Have YOU Found Any Good Toys in Thrift Stores Lately?
Let us know in the comments! What’s the best toy thrift find you’ve scored? Are thrift stores still worth visiting, or are the golden days of toy thrifting over?

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