If you're looking to pick up your toys, cards, or collectibles in person rather than online, and in the Southern California area, these are the best spots to do it.
Easily the best pricing and service of the SoCal collecting scene. The regular yard sales are great times to sell and find great deals from people not normally selling. I also gotta mention the awesome card tournaments that happen multiple nights a w...
Ageless Cards - Lomita, CA
Probably the best spot for Japan/Asia import collectibles. Also, awesome museum worth displays at the entrance and host to the best Gundam/Gun-pla workshop/meetups in SoCal.
ToyArena - La Puente, CA
Among the best comic book shops in SoCal. While all locations are great for your comics and collectibles, the Manhattan Beach location has the Game Bug which hosts regular tcg and table tops events, as well as wonderful and exclusive fan events.
The Comic Bug: Manhattan Beach
Another great spot for toys and collectibles. Well priced, great service, and awesome selection across brands.
Toyz In The Box
Avoid coming here if you're trying to save money as you will likely walk out with debt. The collectibles mecha. It's basically like comic-con all year round. If you need to add, start, finish, sell, your collection, this is the place.