Lego Christmas Train 10173

I missed this set when it first came out and after failing on an auction that ended at £420, I decided to try another source.
So I went to Bricklink.com, found a shop in Ohio who had a previously built set with box and instructions for $200.
Although the shop didn't ship to the UK I asked if they would make an exception for the one set and they agreed.
Post and Packing was $40 and I ended up also having to pay £30 in Import Duty Tax thingy - despite this being 2nd hand good that are not available in this country - they get you all ways!

I still think this was a bargain