THE HORRORS OF IT ALL: The Great Garloo (VIDEO)

Friday, March 28, 2008

The Great Garloo (VIDEO)

Who can stop him? Who can control this monstrous creature?! You can kids!

7 comments:

Anonymous said...: WHAT A FUN TOY, THEY SURE DONT MAKE THEM LIKE THIS ANYMORE! ITS ALSO NICE TO SEE A TOY COMMERCIAL THAT ENTERTAINS AND DOESN'T ANNOY THE HELL OUT OF YOU LIKE THEY ALL DO NOWADAYS.; 3/28/2008
Anonymous said...: I actually just saw one of these at the antique mall and beat to hell it was still priced at $250!; 3/28/2008
Jeff Victor said...: That was totally awesome! I want one!
But...one question. What was that weird look the boy gave to his sister when she kissed his toy on the cheek?; 3/28/2008
Anonymous said...: I still have one!,i really gotta get an up to date price guide...; 3/28/2008
Anonymous said...: Very cool. Reminds me of the old remote control Frankenstein.; 3/28/2008
Mr. Karswell said...: >beat to hell it was still priced at $250!

I've seen these sell for double and even triple that price on ebay... probably more if they're mint in the box.; 3/28/2008
Anonymous said...: This is my "Rosebud"! My favorite toy as a kid.; 10/30/2008

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