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<p>[QUOTE=&quot;verybrad, post: 10131419, member: 37&quot;]Can&#039;t say there is any kind of formula to use.&nbsp; Certain items have a better chance of survival than others.&nbsp; For example, sewing machines survive in large numbers due to them being expensive when new, durable, and useful.&nbsp; Many a granny sewed upon them and their heirs are reluctant to toss them out.&nbsp; On the other hand, less durable and inexpensive items are less likely to be kept.&nbsp; &nbsp; </p><p><br /></p><p>The bar cart has one thing going for it.&nbsp; It was expensive when new.&nbsp; The fact that it is made of metal probably makes it less likely to be kept.&nbsp; Metal tends to deteriorate over time (rust, pitting, etc.) and is prone to dents and dings.&nbsp; If something looks shabby due to improper care, it is more likely to be tossed.&nbsp; That said, I would think there has to be some survivors out there.</p><p><br /></p><p>If one were to come to the market in good condition, it is hard saying what it could bring.&nbsp; The first of anything always brings a premium.&nbsp; For example, a first beer can from a CA brewery from the 30s came to the market and brought over $10K.&nbsp; Little did anyone know, the seller had 5 more due to a spent 6-pack being left in an attic eaves when drank.&nbsp; The seller actually gave a second one to the buyer and the rest brought considerably less when sold. Once the market was broached, more found their way to the market eventually.</p><p><br /></p><p>Now, bar carts are not beer cans but the market principles still apply.&nbsp; The first one brought to the market with appropriate publicity will command a premium.&nbsp; Once the sale is publicized, more will come out of the woodwork.&nbsp; As of now, there really isn&#039;t the demand for them specifically and few people probably even know that they are being sought.&nbsp; I imagine some have changed hands over the years at typical bar cart values with nobody knowing what they had.&nbsp; Getting the word out here and other places should eventually spring one loose.[/QUOTE]</p><p><br /></p>

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