HD Poker Chips
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I, too, am a collector of "stuff". When on road trips I usually stop by local dealerships to get restaurant suggestions etc. (I've gotten some great recommendations that I wouldn't have found on my own.) And, I used to buy T-shirts when I stopped. But since HD T's are now made out of a much lighter weight cotton that doesn't hold up after a few washings, I won't buy them anymore. Instead, I started collecting dealership chips as souvenirs. Got 'em from all over the states.
One thing I've found interesting, though, is the pricing variation between dealerships for the chips. I've seen the price range from $1 to $4 per chip. My experience is that $1.50 to $2.00 is most typical, but it isn't uncommon to see $3.00+ chips. My theory is that the chip price is a pretty good predictor of the kind of dealership you are in. If they are going to charge me $3+ for a chip, I'm looking elsewhere for anything more significant I might need.
One thing I've found interesting, though, is the pricing variation between dealerships for the chips. I've seen the price range from $1 to $4 per chip. My experience is that $1.50 to $2.00 is most typical, but it isn't uncommon to see $3.00+ chips. My theory is that the chip price is a pretty good predictor of the kind of dealership you are in. If they are going to charge me $3+ for a chip, I'm looking elsewhere for anything more significant I might need.
Last edited by GaJayhawk; Mar 1, 2016 at 05:37 PM.
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I, too, am a collector of "stuff". When on road trips I usually stop by local dealerships to get restaurant suggestions etc. (I've gotten some great recommendations that I wouldn't have found on my own.) And, I used to buy T-shirts when I stopped. But since HD T's are now made out of a much lighter weight cotton that doesn't hold up after a few washings, I won't buy them anymore. Instead, I started collecting dealership chips as souvenirs. Got 'em from all over the states.
One thing I've found interesting, though, is the pricing variation between dealerships for the chips. I've seen the price range from $1 to $4 per chip. My experience is that $1.50 to $2.00 is most typical, but it isn't uncommon to see $3.00+ chips. My theory is that the chip price is a pretty good predictor of the kind of dealership you are in. If they are going to charge me $3+ for a chip, I'm looking elsewhere for anything more significant I might need.
One thing I've found interesting, though, is the pricing variation between dealerships for the chips. I've seen the price range from $1 to $4 per chip. My experience is that $1.50 to $2.00 is most typical, but it isn't uncommon to see $3.00+ chips. My theory is that the chip price is a pretty good predictor of the kind of dealership you are in. If they are going to charge me $3+ for a chip, I'm looking elsewhere for anything more significant I might need.
Not sure if it is any indication of the type of dealership, but I have noted a wide range of prices. As stated from $1 up to $4.95. Same with the Dip Dots, I have on multiple occasions had the girl at the counter just pull one out of the drawer and give it to me, and I have also paid for them. I guess prices will vary with location.
To me they are just a remembrance of a trip. Usually when passing through an area I stop into the local dealership, in the old days I would usually purchase a Tshirt. But like many have said Tshirts get old and turn into shop rags. Personally I think its a great idea for the company, not many souvenir items available anywhere for a buck or two.
They take up very little room and can be displayed in various ways in garage/man cave if you so desire.
They take up very little room and can be displayed in various ways in garage/man cave if you so desire.
This right here for me. Work sends me all over the country so when I'm in an area that has dealers around, I try to hit all that I can for at least a chip and possibly a shirt. Also grab some when the wife and I are on a cruise if the island has a dealer. Just a simple reminder of a trip.
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Never thought of that but sticking a magnet on and displaying them on the beer fridge or even on your tool chest is a good idea