Christmas Vacation Chevy Chase box set
 

Chevy Chase has released a National Lampoons Christmas Vacation box set limited to 300. Looks pretty neat for any Christmas Vacation fans out there. Having all the cast autos will be a fun chase.

[url]https://officialchevychase.com/product/35th-anniversary-christmas-vacation-legacy-box-limited-edition/[/url]

Pretty neat! Always wanted to see a set of this. I guess this kind of counts. The GOAT holiday movie.

That Chevy Chase auto in the Santa hat would be the hit of the product to me. What’s up with the card of them in the pig costumes? Deleted scene or is some of this from outside Christmas Vacation?

This is very cool. I do wish the layout and content was a little different. Half of that stuff I wouldn't really want. This is more of a preference critique.

Christmas Vacation Chevy Chase box set
 

I like it, just $300…man that’s kinda steep. It does come with a Chevy Chase signed poster at least. I’m debating it but I feel like if I get a relic as the insert I’ll get clobbered.

Would these even be recognized as “official cards”, like in the sense COMC accepts them and PSA graded them etc? Kinda hard to tell.

[QUOTE=DynaEtch;19707974]Pretty neat! Always wanted to see a set of this. I guess this kind of counts. The GOAT holiday movie.

That Chevy Chase auto in the Santa hat would be the hit of the product to me. What’s up with the card of them in the pig costumes? Deleted scene or is some of this from outside Christmas Vacation?[/QUOTE]

The pig costumes are from European vacation and the golf outfit probably from caddyshack.

Christmas Vacation Chevy Chase box set
 

[QUOTE=hermanotarjeta;19708010]The pig costumes are from European vacation and the golf outfit probably from caddyshack.[/QUOTE]

Ah that explains it. So going outside of strictly this movie. Not super into those but I want that Chevy Chase in the Santa hat so bad.

It looks like the relic cards are also autographed, so that’s something. $300 is still way too much. I hate to say it but the other cast auto cards don’t look great with the autos all over the place and the cards not designed for autos.


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Christmas Vacation Chevy Chase box set
 

[QUOTE=BobCollects;19708020]It looks like the relic cards are also autographed, so that’s something. $300 is still way too much. I hate to say it but the other cast auto cards don’t look great with the autos all over the place and the cards not designed for autos.

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Thought the same thing…almost makes them look like in-person signed cards. I wonder if there’s anything to differentiate the card stock itself from the base, like “Congratulations…” language on the back…probably not.

The Blackhawk jersey patch would be pretty nuts. But it does just say “personally worn jersey” so could mean a new jersey he put on for a second and not the actual screen used one from the film. Who knows. I do like the relic auto cards.

I've spent more time than any reasonable person would looking at the "sell sheet" on the product page. There's no mention of how many cards are in the set, just that you get seven in each box and one additional insert card. The description also says "In addition each box will have either a rare signed insert card or a personally used Chevy Chase relic card."

To me that means you'll get seven cards, one additional insert card, and "either a rare signed insert card or a personally used Chevy Chase relic card."

Both the sell sheet and the description also say "Be on the hunt for rare inserts, personally used Chevy Chase relic cards, and cast autos." That's three different things: rare inserts, personally used Chevy Chase relic cards, and cast autos.

Look closely at the seven cards spread out in the sell sheet and the six cast auto cards at the bottom. Six of the seven cards spread out have red borders. The seventh card doesn't have a red border. It's the same image as the signed mini movie poster (you can see the "AS" in Christmas at the top).

Five of the six cast auto cards have red borders, the sixth has a green border. The five red bordered cards say "Christmas Vacation" at the bottom. The green bordered card says "Christmas Vacation The Griswold's" at the bottom. You can match all five red bordered cast auto cards to the seven cards spread out on the sell sheet. There's a sixth red bordered card spread out that isn't among the five red bordered cast auto cards.

There may be a "base" set of six red bordered cards plus the movie poster card in all 300 boxes. The green bordered card could be the "one additional insert card" mentioned on both the sell sheet and in the description. I sure wouldn't want to pay $300 and not have the complete set of cards. But of course this isn't a true trading card set, it's a movie memorabilia collection that includes trading cards.

The Chevy Chase auto relic cards are clearly professionally designed. Some or all appear to be serial numbered # out of ##. Someone who understands trading cards was involved in writing the sell sheet and description. Why go to such effort to make the auto relic cards and then toss them together with a bunch of other stuff? Was a full set of cards planned and never produced? Why wasn't he same time and attention spent on the cast auto cards, which appear to be the base cards with signatures on them at random?

This is why I never get anything done.

Christmas Vacation Chevy Chase box set
 

[QUOTE=BobCollects;19708048]I've spent more time than any reasonable person would looking at the "sell sheet" on the product page.[/QUOTE]

I’m deciding on a box, so the deciphering of the sell sheet is appreciated.

Franky I’m a bit confused what to expect with this. Take everything I say with a grain of salt, plus the sell sheet as confusing as it is, very well may be preliminary anyway. But given this info I feel like the “insert” you get will either be a signed Chevy Chase relic card, or a signed base card (so called ‘cast auto’). The only thing that remains is what exactly is that green border card….maybe the 7 spread out cards are not the entire base set and the green border one is also a base (as is the movie poster card, which shows some base are different than the regular red border). But then it wouldn’t be a whole base set in each box. I dunno, it’s confusing.

If it turns out the insert card could just be a non-auto insert, I wouldn’t buy. I’m leaning towards the insert is an auto card either way, but cant tell.

Heck, I may just say screw it and wait and see if a Chevy-in-Santa-hat auto surfaces on the market and buy it as a single. I’m not sure I see the value in this gamble.

Just my thoughts as someone who’s created/produced trading cards before. The entire set looks custom made. Not that it’s a bad thing as I would enjoy seeing customs become more mainstream. The relic/autos look well done despite being out of place for a NLCV set. I don’t believe Chevy would have a company at his fingertips to create a personal set.

P.S. If Brian Doyle Murray is signing customs I have a MWC card ready for him :)

[QUOTE=DynaEtch;19708086]I’m deciding on a box, so the deciphering of the sell sheet is appreciated.

Franky I’m a bit confused what to expect with this. Take everything I say with a grain of salt, plus the sell sheet as confusing as it is, very well may be preliminary anyway. But given this info I feel like the “insert” you get will either be a signed Chevy Chase relic card, or a signed base card (so called ‘cast auto’). The only thing that remains is what exactly is that green border card….maybe the 7 spread out cards are not the entire base set and the green border one is also a base (as is the movie poster card, which shows some base are different than the regular red border). But then it wouldn’t be a whole base set in each box. I dunno, it’s confusing.

If it turns out the insert card could just be a non-auto insert, I wouldn’t buy. I’m leaning towards the insert is an auto card either way, but cant tell.

Heck, I may just say screw it and wait and see if a Chevy-in-Santa-hat auto surfaces on the market and buy it as a single. I’m not sure I see the value in this gamble.[/QUOTE]
It is confusing. We may be getting tripped up by the use or overuse of "insert" on the sell sheet and in the description. The simple interpretation is that each box has either an autographed card (what I called cast auto cards) or a Chevy Chase relic card that also appears to be autographed. Those are the two types of cards showcased on the sell sheet. The complex interpretation is what I posted above that dissects the sell sheet and description with no clear answers.

300 auto cards isn't a lot, especially spread between the cast. One of the Chevy Chase relic cards looks like it says 2 of 40 (maybe 45?) and two others have unreadable # of ## on them. The fourth relic card shown (pig suit) doesn't appear to have # of ## on it, at least not on the front.

Chevy Chase has a Facebook page where there are already two posts about this legacy box:

[url]https://www.facebook.com/ChevyChase/[/url]

Someone with a Facebook account could leave a comment asking for clarification and hope Chevy or one of his people respond.

A couple years ago, Chase was selling SNL Landshark Relic Auto cards that were made by Tanner (Mouschi on BO). I wonder if he made these also. His custom work is exceptional.

[url]https://www.ebay.com/itm/326058605370?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=juTcYvi2R8q&sssrc=4429486&ssuid=ftioYEwaSaW&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY[/url]

Christmas Vacation Chevy Chase box set
 

[QUOTE=BobCollects;19708178]It is confusing. We may be getting tripped up by the use or overuse of "insert" on the sell sheet and in the description. The simple interpretation is that each box has either an autographed card (what I called cast auto cards) or a Chevy Chase relic card that also appears to be autographed. Those are the two types of cards showcased on the sell sheet. The complex interpretation is what I posted above that dissects the sell sheet and description with no clear answers.

300 auto cards isn't a lot, especially spread between the cast. One of the Chevy Chase relic cards looks like it says 2 of 40 (maybe 45?) and two others have unreadable # of ## on them. The fourth relic card shown (pig suit) doesn't appear to have # of ## on it, at least not on the front.

Chevy Chase has a Facebook page where there are already two posts about this legacy box:

[url]https://www.facebook.com/ChevyChase/[/url]

Someone with a Facebook account could leave a comment asking for clarification and hope Chevy or one of his people respond.[/QUOTE]

I like the simple interpretation of an auto per box, either cast auto or Chevy chase relic auto. For the rest of the base set, anyone’s guess.

The boxes left number was 257 at the start of the thread and is now 171. Pretty large change.

I do like the relic auto designs, and I wouldn’t be surprised if they were Tanner’s with the designs he can do on customs. The base autos though- if there’s nothing on them to differentiate from regular base, it may as well be an IP-signed auto….Id be disappointed with that at 300. Still on the fence. Big fan of this film for the cult classic it is, and always wanted a set of it, so it’s tempting.

Just like everyone I am confused as to what you actually get in the box. I bought 1 box as I am a big fan.

I think singles are going to be tough to come by. Just looking at the counter it seems boxes are going down 1-2 at a time which would suggest collectors are buying it and not speculators. Collectors will keep the cards.

When anyone gets a box in hand I would love to know what is in it. Being in Canada I had to ship mine to a friend so won't get it for a bit.

[QUOTE=DynaEtch;19708277]
The boxes left number was 257 at the start of the thread and is now 171. Pretty large change. [/QUOTE]

It was stuck at 257 all last night. If you tried to add an item to the cart it would show exactly what has left. Boxes where going down 1-2 at a time. Looks like they fixed the counter today.

Great write up BobCollects. I did not notice half the things you wrote in your post when I first looked at it. Could be a fun chase.

[QUOTE=PoPCulture;19708189]A couple years ago, Chase was selling SNL Landshark Relic Auto cards that were made by Tanner (Mouschi on BO). I wonder if he made these also. His custom work is exceptional.

[url]https://www.ebay.com/itm/326058605370?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=juTcYvi2R8q&sssrc=4429486&ssuid=ftioYEwaSaW&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY[/url][/QUOTE]

Yes, Tanner made these cards. He posted on his facebook page about it yesterday. If anything you know the relic/relic auto cards are going to look sharp.

[QUOTE=DynaEtch;19707998] Would these even be recognized as “official cards”, like in the sense COMC accepts them and PSA graded them etc? Kinda hard to tell.[/QUOTE]

I would have to assume so. It is fully licensed by the looks of it (I have to assume you need a license to use the movie title). Will be curious what the backs say on them as far as manufacture goes.

Hey guys! I did indeed design and create the auto relic cards of Chevy Chase for these boxes. I was not involved in the creation of the boxes, nor do I know anything about that side of things beyond what it says on the site, but I did want to share with you all a video showing the auto/relic cards up close before they were signed.

[url]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OohdOY2MBvc[/url]

This video isn't to say all of these have been packed out in these boxed sets, but it is meant to show you all what they look like up close.

To all who buy, I hope you all enjoy them (especially if you land a card I created! :) )

[QUOTE=mouschi;19708576]Hey guys! I did indeed design and create the auto relic cards of Chevy Chase for these boxes. I was not involved in the creation of the boxes, nor do I know anything about that side of things beyond what it says on the site, but I did want to share with you all a video showing the auto/relic cards up close before they were signed.

[url]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OohdOY2MBvc[/url]

This video isn't to say all of these have been packed out in these boxed sets, but it is meant to show you all what they look like up close.

To all who buy, I hope you all enjoy them (especially if you land a card I created! :) )[/QUOTE]Very cool ! Now go work for Leaf and give them actual good designs

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That poster looks like it's actually an 8x10.

Love the video, thanks for sharing. The relic cards look amazing. Did you get to cut up Chevy Chase’s hat and shirt and script and everything else? Or were you sent a box with the items already cut up?


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edited -- saw that Tanner posted here in the thread already

He did post this pic as well yesterday
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Alright guys! I got off the phone. So, here are the answers about the questions on the sell sheet:

Every box comes with everything shown at the top of the sell sheet. Each box gets exactly that stuff. In addition to that, either one of the cards in the 7 card set they show at the top will be signed, or you will get one of the cards shown at the bottom of the sell sheet.

Oh, and @Bobcollects, they sent me the pieces to cut up myself :)

I'm not sure if I'll be back on this page or not (up to my eyeballs in alligators at the moment) but I hope this removes any questions you all have before grabbing a box or five!

Mouschi- Awesome thanks for all the great info and video!

So breaking down the auto's then...

Hat - 40
Jersey - 50
Pig - 50
Script - 50

Total is 190 autos

That leaves the remaining 5 signers plus Chevy on card to around 20 cards each. This will be one heck of a chase set.

Only 145 boxes in stock right now. This is so tempting... as my kids have gotten older, we replaced A Christmas Story with this film for Christmas Eve viewing tradition.

The thing that's making me hesitate is that Chevy has sold these types of cards on his site before. I've looked on his site in the past year or so and he had many different custom Christmas Vacation cards signed for sale. I forget the cost of them, but there were lots of different card designs. I'm not sure if these are the same ones that are littered all over eBay right now but they might be. So what's to say these are any more different or special than those are? They're all the same type of custom cards. The only difference is the cast has signed some now vs just him alone. I want to buy these but for $300 I want to feel these are more "official" than the others he's been selling. And I just don't know that they are.

Is it possible the pig costume card is film-used? If so that's the one I'd want most. Everything else could just be from his personal wardrobe. I can't imagine he has a stash of extra pig costumes or material.

Interesting concept - could have been great if a company like Rittenhouse made it.

But the cards themselves look pretty shoddy to me. And don't know what to do with a signed poster. You guys enjoy.

Feel like an inscribed “Sh!ters Full” from Eddie would be awesome. Such a missed opp

[QUOTE=lklopfenstein;19709133]Feel like an inscribed “Sh!ters Full” from Eddie would be awesome. Such a missed opp[/QUOTE]

With a splatter of brown paint on the card too!
Maybe a fake dead cat fur relic card next time.
There are so many possibilities that would be hilarious.

Kohl's department store around me has a table in front of the store with a bunch of Christmas Vacation themed items like Eddie's RV mug, moose mugs, ornaments & clothes.
Nostalgia is strong with our generation!

There are only 87 left in stock.


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I see some people posting they have them in hand. It would be nice to see someone post what they got in the box.

I was going back and forth on getting a box, but I have decided against getting one.
This either needed to be $200 a box or boxes needed to guarantee a relic auto & another cast auto.
Breaking down the value I just don't see $300 worth of stuff IMO.

[QUOTE=jdhaugh11;19710424]I was going back and forth on getting a box, but I have decided against getting one.
This either needed to be $200 a box or boxes needed to guarantee a relic auto & another cast auto.
Breaking down the value I just don't see $300 worth of stuff IMO.[/QUOTE]

I know Chevy's been signing a lot the past few years, but there will be a day where he's no longer with us and I think you could get your $300 back easy on the mini poster alone at that time, then all the cards are essentially free. Not trying to be morbid, but for this reason if I had $300 to spare right now I'd jump on this.

Christmas Vacation Chevy Chase box set
 

[QUOTE=dd316;19711201]I know Chevy's been signing a lot the past few years, but there will be a day where he's no longer with us and I think you could get your $300 back easy on the mini poster alone at that time, then all the cards are essentially free. Not trying to be morbid, but for this reason if I had $300 to spare right now I'd jump on this.[/QUOTE]

True he’s been signing…just saw him in the new Leaf military set, and on a bunch of other Leaf sets…..even though it’s Leaf, that’s perhaps a bit more mainstream than this. On the other hand this looks nicer, is possibly in Christmas Vacation attire, and is on card vs a sticker in front of tank, so there’s that.

I decided not to get one just because it’s hard to justify 300, but it’s not that bad a purchase in the current landscape of nonsports with a guaranteed main auto and all the extras. If the guaranteed Chase auto was a card it would have been more tempting for me..I suppose I could frame the poster but I do prefer cards generally.

I don't like Chevy Chase enough to spend $300 on a chance at an auto, so I passed. Wouldn't mind a Randy Quaid auto though but the odds are not with me, I'll probably buy one off Ebay once they start hitting.

I just want to know how good the popcorn is…

60 left. Probably gone by the end of the weekend.

Spotted this for sale on eBay. Looks very similar to the one in this box. So I'm guessing the Chevy cards in this box are going to be practically the same as the ones he's been selling on his site for some time now. There's a ton of them on eBay in all sorts of design variations.

[IMG]https://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/gS4AAOSwMgxlQtLP/s-l1600.webp[/IMG]
[IMG]https://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/xa4AAOSwAktlQtK-/s-l1600.webp[/IMG]

It bugs me that they made the Griswolds possessive. It's the little things.

[QUOTE=mouschi;19708576]Hey guys! I did indeed design and create the auto relic cards of Chevy Chase for these boxes. I was not involved in the creation of the boxes, nor do I know anything about that side of things beyond what it says on the site, but I did want to share with you all a video showing the auto/relic cards up close before they were signed.

[url]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OohdOY2MBvc[/url]

This video isn't to say all of these have been packed out in these boxed sets, but it is meant to show you all what they look like up close.

To all who buy, I hope you all enjoy them (especially if you land a card I created! :) )[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Malsk;19708678]Mouschi- Awesome thanks for all the great info and video!

So breaking down the auto's then...

Hat - 40
Jersey - 50
Pig - 50
Script - 50

Total is 190 autos

That leaves the remaining 5 signers plus Chevy on card to around 20 cards each. This will be one heck of a chase set.[/QUOTE]

Starting to think not all the relic autos are packed out in these boxes like mouschi hinted at.

[QUOTE=eastbayak;19714440]Starting to think not all the relic autos are packed out in these boxes like mouschi hinted at.[/QUOTE]

Why do you say that?

I picked up a box for nostalgia, not necessarily as an investment -- which was good, since the quality of the box wasn't great.

- The auto poster was pixelated and appears to have been hand-cut. It's 8" x 11" -- not 8.5", which would have been easier to frame.
- The cards were poor quality and unnumbered. No idea how large the set is -- or if the set is really just the six cards that were included.
- Got unlucky with the hit -- an auto of Miriam Flynn (Catherine). Definitely the worst auto and, personally, I'd have preferred the hat or jersey relic, too.
- The pewter ornament ([url]https://www.danforthpewter.com/moose-mug-ornament/[/url]) is nice. The coaster is fine, but you have to know the movie to appreciate it. Deck of cards will get used this holiday season. The popcorn will not.

Thanks for the update. Makes my decision easier to just buy singles.

Strange no singles have even popped up on ebay yet.

[QUOTE=endthecurse;19714540]I picked up a box for nostalgia, not necessarily as an investment -- which was good, since the quality of the box wasn't great.

- The auto poster was pixelated and appears to have been hand-cut. It's 8" x 11" -- not 8.5", which would have been easier to frame.
- The cards were poor quality and unnumbered. No idea how large the set is -- or if the set is really just the six cards that were included.
- Got unlucky with the hit -- an auto of Miriam Flynn (Catherine). Definitely the worst auto and, personally, I'd have preferred the hat or jersey relic, too.
- The pewter ornament ([url]https://www.danforthpewter.com/moose-mug-ornament/[/url]) is nice. The coaster is fine, but you have to know the movie to appreciate it. Deck of cards will get used this holiday season. The popcorn will not.[/QUOTE]
Appreciate the honest review. Disappointing to hear the quality is lacking.

[QUOTE=endthecurse;19714540]I picked up a box for nostalgia, not necessarily as an investment -- which was good, since the quality of the box wasn't great.

- The auto poster was pixelated and appears to have been hand-cut. It's 8" x 11" -- not 8.5", which would have been easier to frame.
- The cards were poor quality and unnumbered. No idea how large the set is -- or if the set is really just the six cards that were included.
- Got unlucky with the hit -- an auto of Miriam Flynn (Catherine). Definitely the worst auto and, personally, I'd have preferred the hat or jersey relic, too.
- The pewter ornament ([url]https://www.danforthpewter.com/moose-mug-ornament/[/url]) is nice. The coaster is fine, but you have to know the movie to appreciate it. Deck of cards will get used this holiday season. The popcorn will not.[/QUOTE]

Any chance you can show the back of the autograph card? Is it just one of the base cards signed or is there something to differentiate it? Thanks.

[QUOTE=Malsk;19714475]Why do you say that?[/QUOTE]

First, we're seeing autographed cards used in past drops (not unique to this box set).

Second, how mouschi worded it: "[B]This video isn't to say all of these have been packed out in these boxed sets[/B], but it is meant to show you all what they look like up close." Probably going to see these auto relics pop up (as chase hits) in other drops.

Third, there's nothing that states all auto relics produced by mouschi would even be used for this box set.

Who knows, I could be wrong. Just a feeling I have. Need to see some boxes ripped to get a better idea.

They really should have used a proofreader when making that card.

If I were considering buying, that would be an instant turn-off.

[QUOTE=jrosales;19715133]They really should have used a proofreader when making that card.

If I were considering buying, that would be an instant turn-off.[/QUOTE]

The back also says it's autographed by Chevy AND Beverly.

I bought 3 sets and opened one just now.

The good...

Deck of playing cards
Trading cards not bad and I hit a Randy Quaid auto
Ornament
Coaster
Popcorn (full review to come later)

The bad...

Sticker?

The ugly...

Signed mini poster (cheap, flimsy, no COA, packaged poorly)

[QUOTE=endthecurse;19714540]I picked up a box for nostalgia, not necessarily as an investment -- which was good, since the quality of the box wasn't great.

- The auto poster was pixelated and appears to have been hand-cut. It's 8" x 11" -- not 8.5", which would have been easier to frame.
- The cards were poor quality and unnumbered. No idea how large the set is -- or if the set is really just the six cards that were included.
- Got unlucky with the hit -- an auto of Miriam Flynn (Catherine). Definitely the worst auto and, personally, I'd have preferred the hat or jersey relic, too.
- The pewter ornament ([url]https://www.danforthpewter.com/moose-mug-ornament/[/url]) is nice. The coaster is fine, but you have to know the movie to appreciate it. Deck of cards will get used this holiday season. The popcorn will not.[/QUOTE]

So is there only one auto a box? I got two Chevy script autos numbered to 50 and thought there was one more auto per box.

Looks like they are finally sold out. Still nothing showing up on ebay.

Just want to say it was really awesome to receive to boxes with no auto in them. Outstanding quality control.

[QUOTE=Kingofkings1281;19730768]Just want to say it was really awesome to receive to boxes with no auto in them. Outstanding quality control.[/QUOTE]

Unless you are referring to the mini-poster not being included I'm pretty sure these weren't guaranteed 1 auto per box -- it was 1 auto or 1 relic.

[QUOTE=Kingofkings1281;19730768]Just want to say it was really awesome to receive to boxes with no auto in them. Outstanding quality control.[/QUOTE]

The auto's for the base cards are in with the regular base cards...did you flip through them?

[QUOTE=Kingofkings1281;19716686]So is there only one auto a box? I got two Chevy script autos numbered to 50 and thought there was one more auto per box.[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Kingofkings1281;19730768]Just want to say it was really awesome to receive to boxes with no auto in them. Outstanding quality control.[/QUOTE]

Were those different boxes?

So I ended up breaking down and buying 5 boxes total. I was not seeing any singles pop up so thought it might be my best way to complete the set. Here is my breakdown...

5 boxes:

4 pig autos and 1 Randy Quaid. The 4 extra boxes I ordered all had the pig auto. Not sure what to think about that. I bought them for the Christmas Vacation cards so that is disappointing. The good thing though is the pig costume is screen used so those should do well. Will put the money toward trying to buy the other cards.

Randy Quaid auto is not numbered or different in any way. You could easily take a base card and have him sign it. Or anyone else in the set for that matter.

Of the 5 boxes the sealing sticker was coming off two of them. Be careful ordering sealed boxes if you choose to do so.

I did not get any extra autos or anything extra in the 5 as an fyi

Seems like a set ripe for counterfeiting as far the signed base go. I don't think I'd buy any of the base autos unless they were certified by JSA/BAS/PSA.

I was initially upset I missed out on this release. Christmas Vacation is a staple in our house during Christmas. But I’m done with unlicensed stuff. This seemed like a money grab by Chevy & those involved. Also the boxes should have been plastic wrapped. The authenticity sticker used to seal the box can be easily pulled off and resealed. It would upset me greatly to find out the seller looked at the auto hit. I’ll wait for a Marquee release.

Hi All,

Thought as my first post I would share my results as well.

I ordered two boxes, and pulled a Miriam Flynn auto and hat relic /40. There is no differences between the auto’d base cards versus plain base cards as mentioned above.
No extras either of any kind in my boxes, it was exactly what was stated on the sell sheet.

I personally thought it was a fun open since I am a fan of the movie. Although I was hoping to hit one of the Christmas Vacation relics, but still happy with the one I hit. Also hoping some single relics start to show up for sale would like to pick a couple up.

Just got these in today!

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I got some more boxes in today, and decided to open two more.

Pulled a Beverly D’Angelo and a Randy Quaid so a couple of nice autos.

Opened my last two boxes on Christmas Day, and got a Beverly D’Angelo and Brian Doyle Murray auto.

In the end got 4 of the 5 autos I wanted from the cast (only need Juliette now), and one relic so did pretty well on not getting doubles.
At least my double auto was Beverly, and one of hers has a fingerprint in the auto so assuming it’s hers but who knows.

Wanted to pull a script page relic to match the theme but no luck, still happy to have pulled one relic.

New 2025 Edition of the Chevy Xmas box available on his site for $250:

[url]https://officialchevychase.com/product/40th-anniversary-fletch-legacy-box-limited-edition/[/url]

Johnny Galecki and Dana Barron included in the list of signers this time.

And he's also selling an auto/relic card from Christmas Vacation featuring an actual piece of his pajama pants from the film. #'d to 60 on the back. Very cool card but pricey at $500.

[url]https://officialchevychase.com/product/limited-edition-christmas-vacation-pj-relic-card/[/url]

[QUOTE=StevieV;20090153]New 2025 Edition of the Chevy Xmas box available on his site for $250:

[url]https://officialchevychase.com/product/40th-anniversary-fletch-legacy-box-limited-edition/[/url]

Johnny Galecki and Dana Barron included in the list of signers this time.

And he's also selling an auto/relic card from Christmas Vacation featuring an actual piece of his pajama pants from the film. #'d to 60 on the back. Very cool card but pricey at $500.

[url]https://officialchevychase.com/product/limited-edition-christmas-vacation-pj-relic-card/[/url][/QUOTE]

This time each order is guaranteed to have a Chevy signed card PLUS another card signed by a cast member. It seems they listened to some feedback from here.

[QUOTE=PZero;20090376]This time each other is guaranteed to have a Chevy signed card PLUS another card signed by a cast member. It seems they listened to some feedback from here.[/QUOTE]

this is the signed chevy item

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