Thanks for the feedback!
It does look like alot, but the idea behind the site is to show new collectors that they can still build a nice collection on a limited budget over a short period of time. I only started collecting two years ago when I built the fantasy Texaco as an outdoor area for my game room. Since then I started collecting the lighted signs which led to collecting cans and other memorabilia to go with the signs. My rule of thumb is that I shop at garage sales, swap meets and flea markets and don't pay over five bucks for an item (and usually a buck or less). Obviously the light up signs usually cost more but I have bought most of them from 99 cents to around 25 bucks. There are a few exceptions on the signs, but lately, since my collection has grown, that has been my limit.
I believe that the key to making a nice impression with a collection is how it is displayed, so I have concentrated on arranging my display so that it is interesting given the space that I have.
Thanks to this website and the experienced collectors here I have learned alot in a short time and picked up some great ideas from the showcases. (Heck, I even forced myself to learn how to post pictures and build a website because of this crazy hobby).
It's hard to explain to the wife why I spend so much time online talking about GAS!
[This message has been edited by the poor mans museum (edited 10-25-2004).]
