What must it feel like to find a buried treasure right before your eyes?
OnStorage Wars, finding valuable treasuresmixed with the trash can be like finding a diamond in the rough.
But sometimes, one of those lockers makes it all worth it.
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Storage Warsis the hitA&Eseries that began entertaining audiences since 2010.
With multiple spin-offs, the show watches a group of treasure seekers who bid on various storage units.
After getting their finds appraised, viewers are eager to see what’s worth what!
It’s time to explore some ofthe biggest finds in the history ofStorage Wars.
Known as “The Collector,” Weiss has turned his hobby into something more.
Often the eager beaver, Weiss doesn’t always turn a profit from his unit finds.
But when he does find success, he hits the jackpot.
And it was an absolute delight.
He eventually sold the collection for $10,000.
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In the end, Weiss played a happy melody.
But forDarrell Sheets, his locker had a lot of items that helped him net a great payday.
The Gambler purchased a locker for $2,800 knowing that the antiques inside had potential.
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This was a locker you absolutely did not want to sit on.
There were certified legends and veterans, and in the beginning, there were the Young Guns.
CoupleJarrod SchulzandBrandi PassantewereStorage Wars’ fan-favortites.
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The eager hunters were known for their hilarious bickering and polar opposite opinions on bidding.
What was purchased for $1,700 ended up having a value of $12,800.
The Mogul, known for his signature “yuuup,” rarely had a miss.
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Even if you wished he would fail, the man nevertheless would prevail.
Hester had a knack for sniffing out the treasures from the trash.
Hester’s cocky attitude may be grating, but when he knows, he knows.
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And he knew during Season 2 when he picked up a locker filled with old, vintage vending machines.
Known as The Bargain Hunters, the Nezhodas loved lockers with great potential.
Such was the case with their infamous antique collection find.
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When it comes to antiques,Storage Warshas proven it can be a hit or a miss.
Just because it’s old doesn’t mean it has value.
During Season 10, Nezhoda took a massive risk by purchasing a locker with cardboard boxes and plastic tubs.
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you’re free to only look from the outside.
So, if a box is locked, you’re taking a gamble.
It’s what makes the show special.
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In this particular locker, once inside,Rene Nezhoda found a plethora of vintage and antique video games.
After consulting YouTuberPhillip Braden, Rene Nezhoda discovered that his newfound collection had an approximate value of $50,000.
What a tremendous find!
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After winning a locker with newspapers and magazines, Hester hoped there would be a small victory inside.
It was a risk he was willing to take.
The day thatElvis Presleypassed away.
2Toy and Comic Collection
Toys are always hit or miss onStorage Wars.
ForDarrell Sheetsin Season 3, The Gambler exclaimed he found the Holy Grail of toys!
This locker was a complete jackpot for Sheets.
Assumed to be the inventory of a comic shop, Sheets hit the jackpot witha collection of G.I.
Now, who would want to part with a collection like that?
Maybe a print or a recreation, but the authentic originals?
What are the chances?
Since the airing of the episode,there have been disputes regarding its value.
Granted, the dispute comes from Sheets’ bitter rival,Dave Hester.
Take that for what it’s worth!
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